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ALFA ROMEO GENUINE SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIESPERFECT FOR YOUR VEHICLE, RIGHT DOWN TO THE SMALLEST DETAILThe Alfa Romeo Genuine Spare Parts and Accessories follow the rigid component engineering and manufacturing speciﬁcations
used in the assembly line to meet the technical speciﬁcations of your new Alfa Romeo and to enhance its style and performance. They
undergo strict approval tests and quality controls to ensure they comply with safety and environmental standards.
All of the components on your new Alfa Romeo, from the smallest bulb to the most complex mechanical, electrical and electronicsystems, are designed to work in harmony and guarantee you a comfortable and safe drive, in full respect for the environment. The
Genuine Accessories fully enhance the style of your new vehicle.
Entrust the experience and quality of Alfa Romeo Dealerships to ﬁnd the full range of Alfa Romeo Genuine Spare Parts andAccessories.

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This Owner Handbook illustrates the operating instructions of the car.
Alfa Romeo provides a dedicated section available in electronic format forenthusiasts who want insights, curiosities and detailed information about the features and functions of the car.
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Dear Customer,
We would like to congratulate and thank you for choosing an Alfa Romeo.
We have written this handbook to help you get to know all the features of your vehicle and use it in the best possible way. This vehicle
is intended for daily use as well as for specific uses. Please take your time to familiarise with all the dynamic features of your car.
Here you will find information, advice and important warnings regarding use of your vehicle and how to achieve the best performancefrom the technical features of your Alfa Romeo.
You are advised to read it right through before taking to the road for the first time, to become familiar with the controls and above allwith those concerning brakes, steering and gearbox; at the same time, you can understand the vehicle behaviour on different roadsurfaces.
This document also provides a description of special features and tips, as well as essential information for the safe driving, care andmaintenance of your Alfa Romeo over time.
After reading it, you are advised to keep the handbook inside the vehicle, for an easy reference and for making sure it remains onboard the vehicle should it be sold.
In the attached Warranty Booklet you will also find the description of the Services that Alfa Romeo offers to its customers, theWarranty Certificate and the detail of the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity.
We are sure that these will help you to get in touch with and appreciate your new car and the service provided by the people at Alfa
Romeo.
Enjoy reading. Happy motoring!
IMPORTANTThis Owner Handbook describes all vehicle versions. Optional contents, equipment meant for specific Markets or particularversions are not identified as such in the text: you need to consider only the information related to the version you own. Anycontent introduced throughout the production of the model, outside the specific request of options at the time of purchase, willbe identified with the wording (where provided).
All data contained in this publication are intended to help you use your vehicle in the best possible way. Alfa Romeo S.p.A. aims
at a constant improvement of the vehicles produced. For this reason it reserves the right to make changes to the model
described for technical and/or commercial reasons.
For further information, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

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READ THIS CAREFULLYREFUELLING

Do not use petrol containing methanol or ethanol E85. Using these mixtures may cause misfiring and driving issues, as well as damage vital
components of the supply system.
For further details on the use of the correct fuel see the "Refuelling the vehicle" paragraph in the "Starting and driving" chapter.

STARTING THE ENGINE
Make sure that the electric parking brake is engaged and that the transmission is in P (Park) or N (Neutral), press the brake pedal and then press theignition device button.

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 flammablematerial: fire hazard.

RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The vehicle is fitted with a system that carries out a continuous diagnosis of the emission-related components in order to help protect theenvironment.

ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after buying the vehicle, you decide to add electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually draining the battery), contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the vehicle's electric system can support the required load.

SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance of the car is essential for ensuring that it maintains its performance and its safety features, its environmental friendliness andlow running costs for a long time to come.

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USE OF THE OWNER HANDBOOKOPERATING INSTRUCTIONSEach time direction instructions (left/right or forwards/backwards) about the vehicle are given, these must be understood asregarding an occupant in the driver's seat. Special cases not complying with this rule will be specified as appropriate in the text.
The figures in the Owner Handbook are provided by way of example only: this might imply that some details of the image do notcorrespond to the actual arrangement of your vehicle. In addition, the Handbook has been conceived considering vehicles withsteering wheel on the left side; it is therefore possible that on vehicles with steering wheel on the right side, the position orconstruction of some controls is not exactly mirror-like with respect to the figure.
To identify the chapter with the information needed you can consult the index at the end of this Owner Handbook.
Chapters can be rapidly identified with dedicated graphic tabs, at the side of each odd page. A few pages further there is a key forgetting to know the chapter order and the relevant symbols in the tabs. There is in any case a textual indication of the current chapter
at the side of each even page.
PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
While reading this Owner Handbook you will find a series of WARNINGS to prevent procedures that could damage your vehicle.
There are also PRECAUTIONS that must be carefully followed to prevent incorrect use of the components of the vehicle, which could
cause accidents or injuries.
Therefore, all WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS must always be followed carefully.
WARNINGS and PRECAUTIONS are recalled in the text with the following symbols:
personal safety;
vehicle safety;
environmental protection.

NOTE These symbols, when necessary, are indicated besides the title or at the end of the line and are followed by a number. That
number recalls the corresponding warning at the end of the relevant section.

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SYMBOLS
Some car components have coloured labels whose symbols indicate precautions to be observed when using this component. See
below for a brief description of each symbol summarising the contents herein. Always take great care to all warnings herein.

READ THE USER'SMANUALDO NOT TOUCH WITH
HANDS

IT CAN STARTAUTOMATICALLY ALSO
WITH ENGINE OFF

PROTECT YOUR EYESDO NOT OPEN THE CAP
WHEN THE ENGINE IS
HOTDO NOT OPEN: HIGHPRESSURE GASKEEP CHILDREN AT ADISTANCE

BURSTING

MOVING PARTS KEEP PARTSOF YOUR BODY AND
CLOTHES AWAY

DO NOT APPROACH
FLAMES

CORROSIVE LIQUIDHIGH VOLTAGE

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VEHICLE CHANGES / ALTERATIONSIMPORTANT Any change or alteration of the vehicle might seriously affect its safety and road holding, thus causing accidents, inwhich the occupants could even be fatally injured.
IMPORTANT The use of these devices inside the passenger compartment (without an external aerial) may cause the electricalsystems to malfunction. This could compromise the safety of the vehicle in addition to constituting a potential hazard forpassengers' health.
IMPORTANT If mobile phones/laptops/smartphones/tablets are inside the vehicle and/or close to the electronic key, reduced
performance of the Keyless Start system may occur.

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KNOWING YOUR CARKNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANELSAFETYSTARTING AND DRIVING
IN AN EMERGENCYSERVICING AND CARETECHNICAL DATAMULTIMEDIA
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INDEX

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INSTRUMENT PANEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
THE KEYS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
IGNITION DEVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
ENGINE IMMOBILIZER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
ALARM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
DOORS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
SEATS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
HEAD RESTRAINTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
STEERING WHEEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
REAR VIEW MIRRORS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
EXTERNAL LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
INTERIOR LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
WINDSCREEN WIPER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
WINDOW WINDERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
ELECTRIC SUNROOF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
BONNET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TAILGATE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

In-depth knowledge of your new vehicle starts here.
The handbook that you are reading simply and directly explains
how it is made and how it works.
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so that you can see immediately what is described for you.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

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1. Light switch; 2. Air diffusers; 3. Left stalk; 4. Steering wheel controls; 5. Instrument panel; 6. Steering wheel; 7. Right
stalk; 8. Connect; 9. Automatic dual-zone climate control system; 10. Glove compartment; 11. Passenger side
airbag. 12. Bonnet release lever.

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10THE KEYS

direction indicators (if activated from
Connect system).
button twice to
Rapidly press theopen the tailgate remotely. The direction
indicators will flash twice to indicate thatthe tailgate has been opened.

ELECTRONIC KEY
1)
1)

The vehicle is equipped with an electronic
key with the Keyless Start fig. 2 function,
provided in duplicate.

Automatic window opening/closing
function(where provided): all
Prolonged pressing of button
windows open.
Prolonged pressing of button: allwindows closed.

IMPORTANT
1) Used batteries may be harmful to theenvironment if not disposed of correctly.
They must be disposed of as specified by law
in the special containers or taken to an Alfa
Romeo Dealership, which will take care of
their disposal.

REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL KEYS
If you need a new electronic key, go to an
Alfa Romeo Dealership, taking an ID
document and the car ownership
documents.
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button: unlocking of
Briefly press thedoors and tailgate, timed switching-on ofinternal lights and single flashing of
direction indicators (if activated from theConnect system).
The doors can always be unlocked byputting the metal insert inside the driverside door lock.
button: locking of
Briefly press thedoors and tailgate, timed switching-off ofinternal lights and double flashing of

IMPORTANT
1) The electronic components inside the key
may be damaged if the key is subjected tostrong shocks. In order to ensure complete
efficiency of the electronic devices inside thekey, it should never be exposed to direct
sunlight.

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IGNITION DEVICEOPERATION
1) 2) 3) 4) 5)

To activate the starter switch fig. 3, theelectronic key must be inside thepassenger compartment.

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The ignition device has the following
possible states:
STOP: engine off, steering locked.
Some electrical devices (e.g. central door
locking system, alarm, etc.) are stillavailable;
ON (single button press): all electricaldevices are available. This state can beselected by pressing the ignition device
button once, without pressing the brake
pedal;
AVV: engine starting. This state can beselected by pressing the starter button

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once with the brake pedal pressed.
NOTE With the starter switch ON, if
30 minutes pass with P (Park) mode
engaged and the engine stopped, thestarter switch will automatically move to
the STOP position.
NOTE With the engine running, it ispossible to go away from the car taking
the electronic key with you. The engine
will still be running. The vehicle will
indicate the absence of the key on board
when the door is closed.
For more information on the engine
start-up, see the description in the"Starting the engine" paragraph, in the"Starting and driving" chapter.

IMPORTANT If the battery was
disconnected, do not start the engine
immediately after reconnecting theterminals, but press the start button,
without operating the pedals, to turn on
the instrument panel and then start theengine.
Thesymbol on the instrument panel
will remain on, indicating that thesteering must be initialised. To do this,turn the steering wheel from one end tothe other and bring it back to the centre
position within 30 seconds from starting
the engine. If any red warning lights on
the instrument panel remain lit, stop the

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engine, wait for at least 5 seconds andrepeat the starting procedure describedabove.
STARTING WITH FLAT KEY BATTERY
If the remote control battery is flat,proceed as follows to start the vehicle:
lift the front armrest;
lay the key over the profile at thebottom of the compartment.
STEERING LOCK
(where provided)
Activation
The steering lock is engaged when thedriver door is opened with the ignition
device button at STOP.
Deactivation
The steering lock disengages when theignition device is pressed and theelectronic key is recognised.

WARNING
1) Always take the key with you when you
leave your vehicle to prevent someone from
accidentally operating the controls.
Remember to engage the electric parking
brake. Never leave children unattended in
the vehicle.

2) It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any
after-market operation involving steeringsystem or steering column modifications(e.g. installation of anti-theft device) that
could adversely affect performance,
invalidate the warranty, cause SERIOUS
SAFETY PROBLEMS and also result in the
car not meeting type-approvalrequirements.
3) Before leaving the vehicle, ALWAYS
engage the handbrake. On versions
equipped with automatic transmission,
activate mode P (Park) and press the ignition
device to set it to STOP. When leaving thevehicle, always lock all the doors by pressing
the button on the handle.
4) For versions equipped with the KeylessStart system, do not leave the electronic key
inside or near the car or in a place accessible
to children. Do not leave the vehicle with theignition device in ON position. A child could
activate the electric window winders, othercontrols or even start the vehicle.
5) If the ignition device has been tamperedwith (e.g. an attempted theft), have it
checked over by the Alfa Romeo Dealership
before driving again.

ENGINE IMMOBILIZERThe Engine Immobilizer system prevents
unauthorised use of the vehicle
preventing to start the engine.
The system does not need to beenabled/activated: operation is
automatic, regardless of the fact that thevehicle's doors are locked or unlocked.
When the ignition device is set to ON, theEngine Immobilizer system identifies thecode transmitted by the key. If the codeis recognised as valid, the Engine
Immobilizer system enables engine
starting.
When the ignition device is brought backto STOP, the Engine Immobilizer system
deactivates the control unit controllingthe engine, thus preventing its starting.
For the correct engine starting
procedures, see the instructions in the"Starting the engine" paragraph,"Starting and driving" chapter.

ignition device to STOP and then to ON; if
it is still blocked, try with the other keys
provided. If it is still not possible to start
the engine, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
icon is displayed while driving,If thethis means that the system is running aself-diagnosis (e.g. due to a voltage drop).
If the display persists, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.

Irregular operationIf, during starting, the key code is noticon iscorrectly recognised, thedisplayed on the instrument panel (seethe instructions in the "Warning lights andmessages" paragraph, "Knowing the
instrument panel" chapter). Thiscondition leads to theengine switching
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ALARM

DOORS

(where provided)

LOCKING/UNLOCKING DOORS FROM
THE INSIDE

Activation of the alarm triggers theacoustic warning and the direction
indicators.

IMPORTANT The alarm is adapted tomeet requirements in various countries.
SWITCHING ON THE ALARM
With the doors, bonnet and tailgate
closed and the ignition device turned to
STOP, point the electronic key towards
the vehicle and press and release button.
Except on some versions for specificmarkets, the system produces a visualand acoustic warning and enables door
locking.
With the alarm on, the warning lights on
the front door handle trims flash fig. 4.

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Press thebutton.

IMPORTANT The alarm does not switch
off when the central opening is activatedusing the metal insert in the key.

Central locking/unlocking
If all doors are closed properly, they willautomatically be locked once the vehicle
has exceeded about 12 mph (20 km/h)("Auto Relock" function active).
button on the driver side,
Press thepassenger side or rear (where provided)
door panel trims fig. 5 to lock the doors.
With doors locked, press the
buttonon the front door panel trims to unlock
them.

DISABLING THE ALARM
To completely disable the alarm (e.g.
during a long period of car inactivity), lockthe doors by turning the metal insert,
found inside the electronic key, in thedoor lock.

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LOCKING/UNLOCKING DOORS FROMTHE OUTSIDE
Locking from the outside
With the doors closed, press the
button on the key.
In any case, the doors can be locked withall the doors closed and the tailgate open.
on the key is
When the buttonpressed, all the locks are closed, includingthat of the open tailgate. The latter will
be locked when it is closed.
2)

Door unlocking from the outside
on the key.
Press button

the handle of the driver's door unlocks
the driver's door only, or all the doors,
depending on the mode set in theConnect system.

The car doors and tailgate can be locked
button on
in any case by pressing thethe electronic key or on the car’s innerdoor panel.

Door locking
To lock the doors, proceed as follows:
make sure that you have theelectronic key and are close to the driveror passenger side door handle;
press the "door lock" button fig. 6 on
the handle: this will lock all the doors andthe tailgate. Door locking will activate thealarm as well (where provided).

Driver side door emergency opening
If the electronic key does not work, e.g.
because its battery is flat or the vehicle
battery is flat, the emergency metal
insert inside the key can anyway be used
to operate the lock, unlocking the driverside door.
To extract the metal insert, proceed asfollows:
Pressing in the points indicated in
fig. 7 extract the cover pulling
downwards;
remove the key insert from its housing
fig. 8;insert the metal insert in the driverside door lock and turn it to unlock thedoor.

PASSIVE ENTRY(where provided)
3)

The Passive Entry system can identify
the presence of an electronic key near
the doors and the tailgate.
The system enables the doors (or the
tailgate) to be locked/unlocked withoutpressing any buttons on the electronic
key.
The key is detected only after the system
recognizes the presence of a hand in oneof the front handles. If the detected key
is valid, the doors and the tailgate areunlocked (the elements that open dependon the Connect system settings).
Where the function is provided, grasping

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IMPORTANT After pressing the "doorlocking" button, you need to wait two
seconds before the doors can be
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POWER LOCK
(where provided)
6)

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Do not simultaneously push thelock/unlock door button fig. 6 and pull thehandle, (see fig. 9 ).

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This safety device inhibits the operationof the interior door handles and the door
locking/unlocking button.
It thereby prevents the opening of thedoors from inside the passenger
compartment, serving as an obstacle tobreak-in attempts (e.g. broken window).
We recommend that you activate thedevice each time you park your vehicle.
Activating the device
The device is enabled on all the doors by
button on the key twicepressing thequickly.
The direction indicators flash 3 times to
let you know that the device is active.
If one or more of the doors are not closed
correctly, the device will not activate,thus preventing a person from getting
stuck inside the passenger compartment
by entering the vehicle through, and thenclosing, the open door.
Deactivating the device
The device disengages automatically:
when the doors are unlocked (pressing
on the key with remotebuttoncontrol);
when the ignition device is set to ON.

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CHILD SAFETY DEVICE
7) 8)This system prevents the rear doors frombeing opened from the inside.
This device fig. 10 can be engaged onlywith the doors open:

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position: device engaged (doorlocked);position: device not engaged (doormay be opened from the inside).
The device remains engaged even if thedoors are electrically unlocked.

IMPORTANT The rear doors cannot be
opened from the inside when the childsafety device is engaged.
UNLOCKING THE DOORS WITH A FLATBATTERY
Proceed as follows to unlock the doors if
the vehicle battery is flat.

Rear doors and passenger door
Proceed as follows:
insert the metal insert of theelectronic key in the release device
housing fig. 11;

carried out, operating the internal handle
will not open the door but will only realignthe lock release device. To open the door,
the outside handle must be used. The
door central locking/unlocking buttons
are not deactivated when the emergency
lock is engaged.
WARNING

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turn the key clockwise for the rightdoor locks or anticlockwise for the left
door locks;
remove the key from the housing.
Proceed as follows to realign the door
lock device (only when the battery charge
has been restored):press thebutton on the electronic
key;press thebutton on the door panel;
open by inserting the key insert in thedriver's door lock;
operate the internal door handle.

IMPORTANT For the rear doors, if thechild lock device was engaged and thepreviously described locking procedure3) The operation of the recognition systemdepends on various factors, such as, forexample, any electromagnetic wave
interference from external sources (e.g.
mobile phones), the charge of the battery in
the electronic key and the presence of metal
objects near the key or the car. In thesecases it is still possible to unlock the doors
by using the metal insert in the electronic key(see description on the following pages).

6) Once the Power Lock system is engaged,
it is impossible to open the doors from inside
the vehicle. Before getting out of the car,please therefore check that there is no-one
left inside.
7) NEVER leave children unattended inside
the car, let alone leave the car with the doors
unlocked in a place that children can accesseasily. Children may seriously, or evenfatally, injure themselves. Also ensure thatchildren do not inadvertently operate theelectric parking brake, the brake pedal or thetransmission lever.
8) Always use this device when carrying
children. After engaging the child lock on
both rear doors, check for effective
engagement by trying to open a door with
the internal handle.

IMPORTANT
2) Make sure to take the key with you once adoor or the tailgate is locked, to prevent
locking the same key inside the vehicle. If the
key has been locked in, it can only berecovered using the second provided key.

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KNOWING YOUR CARSEATSFRONT SEATS WITH MANUAL
ADJUSTMENT
9)
4)

Longitudinal adjustment
Lift lever 1 fig. 12 and push the seat
forwards or backwards.
10)

Backrest angle adjustment
Move lever 3 fig. 12 to adjust thebackrest angle, accompanying it with the
movement of the torso (operate the leveruntil the desired position is reached, thenrelease it).
Folding the backrest forward(where provided)
The front passenger seat can be folded
forward by operating lever 3 fig. 12.
During this operation, accompany the
backrest down with your free hand.
Folding the backrest down further
increases the size of the load
compartment.

ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE FRONT
SEATS
5)

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IMPORTANT Carry out the adjustment
while sitting on the seat involved (driverside or passenger side).

The buttons for electrical seatadjustment are on the outer side of theseat, near the floor.
These buttons can be used to adjust theheight, the lengthwise position in relation
to the vehicle and the angle of thebackrest.

Height adjustment
Adjust lever 2 fig. 12 upwards or
downwards to obtain the required height.

IMPORTANT Carry out the adjustment
while sitting on the seat involved (driverside or passenger side).

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Height adjustment
Use the rear part of switch 1 fig. 13 tomodify the height and/or the angle of theseat cushion.
Longitudinal adjustment
Push switch 1 forwards or backwards tomove the seat in the corresponding
direction.
Backrest angle adjustment
Push switch 2 forwards or backwards toadjust the backrest in the corresponding
direction.
Electric lumbar adjustment
Use the joystick 3 to operate the lumbar
support device to obtain maximum
driving comfort.
Press the following parts of the joystick:
top: inflates the cushion;bottom: deflates the cushion;front: inflates the upper part of thecushion;rear: inflates the lower part of thecushion.

IMPORTANT The electrical adjustment isonly allowed when the ignition device isturned to ON and for about 60 seconds
after it is turned to STOP. The seat canalso be moved for about 60 seconds
after opening/closing the door,
locking/unlocking the vehicle orswitching the front central courtesy lighton.
Seat angle adjustment (tilting)(where provided)
The seat angle can be set to four
positions. Lift or push the front part ofthe control 1 to move the front part ofthe seat in the corresponding direction.
Release control 1 when the seat hasreached the desired position.
Backrest width adjustment(where provided)
Push the switches 4 to regulate the widthof the backrest through the lateralpaddings.

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Memorising driver’s seat positions
Buttons 5 fig. 14 allow you to store andrecall three different driver’s seatpositions. Storing and recalling ispossible with the ignition device in the
ON position, for 3 minutes after having
opened the driver's side door or until thedoor is closed, even with the ignition
device in the STOP position. To memorisea seat position, adjust it with the various
controls, then press the button where youwant to memorise the position for
1.5 seconds. To recall a memorised
position, press the relevant button
briefly.

FRONT SEAT ELECTRIC HEATING(where provided)
With ignition device at ON, press the
buttonsfig. 15 on the dashboard.

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You can select three heating levels:“minimum heating”: one white LED lit
on the buttons;“average heating": two white LEDs liton the buttons.
“maximum heating”: three white LEDs
lit on the buttons.
Press the buttons for a few seconds toactivate the "fast maximum heating"function or to turn it off.
After selecting one heating level, youneed to wait for a few minutes until warm
air flows into the compartment.

IMPORTANT To preserve the battery
charge, this function cannot be activatedwhen the engine is off.
REAR SEATS
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stage of tilting.

Repositioning the backrests
Move the seatbelts to the side, making
sure that they are correctly extended andnot twisted and that they are not trappedbehind the backrests of the seats, thenlift the backrests pushing them back until
you hear the locking click on both
attachment mechanisms.
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Partial extension of the luggage
compartment (1/3 or 2/3)
6)

Extending the right side of the luggage
compartment (1/3 of the rear seat)allows you to carry two passengers on
the left part of the rear seat, while
extending the left side (2/3 of the rearseat) allows you to carry one passenger.
Proceed as follows:completely lower the rear seat headrestraints;
place the seat belt so that it doesn't
impede the movement of the backrest
while tilting it;
operate the left-hand lever 1
fig. 17 (inside the luggage compartment)
to fold down the left side, or the mirror
image right-hand lever to fold down theright side of the backrest. It will foldforwards automatically. If necessary,
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It is also possible to disengage sectionsof the rear seat from inside the luggage
compartment using one of the two levers
located under the rear seat fig. 18. Eachlever folds down the section of thebackrest on the same side.

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WARNING
9) All adjustments must be made with the
car stationary.
10) Once you have released the adjustment
lever, always check that the seat is locked on
the guides by trying to move it back andforth. If the seat is not locked into place, it
may unexpectedly slide and cause the driver
to lose control of the car.
11) Always make sure that all those on
board the car are seated and are wearing
their seat belts correctly.
12) Make sure the backrests are properly
secured at both sides to prevent them frommoving forward, in the event of sharp
braking, with possible impact with of thepassengers.

HEAD RESTRAINTSHEAD RESTRAINTS (removal)

IMPORTANTADJUSTMENTS
4) The fabric upholstery of the seats has
been designed to withstand long-term wear
deriving from normal use of the car. Some
precautions are however required. Avoid
prolonged and/or excessive rubbing against
clothing accessories such as metal buckles
and Velcro strips which, by applying a highpressure on the fabric in a small area, could
cause it to break, thereby damaging theupholstery.
5) Do not place any kind of items under theelectrically adjusted seats as they could
impede their movement or otherwise
damage the controls.
6) Before tilting the backrest, remove any
objects on the seat cushion.

13)

They are height-adjustable: to adjust
them operate as follows.
Upward adjustment: raise the headrestraint until it clicks into place.
Downward adjustment: press button 1
fig. 19 (front head restraints) or 1
fig. 20 (side head restraints) and lower
the head restraint.

Proceed as follows to remove the headrestraints:
raise the head restraints to theirmaximum height;
press button 1 to lift the headrestraint, then press device 2
fig. 19 (front head restraint) or 1 and 2
fig. 20 (rear head restraint) to remove it.

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IMPORTANT To permit maximum
visibility for the driver, if the headrestraints are not used, they are moved
to the rest position: fully down.

13) Head restraints must be adjusted sothat the head, rather than the neck, rests onthem. Only in this case they can protect yourhead correctly. Any removed head restraints
must be repositioned correctly, in order toprotect the occupants in the event of impact:
follow the instructions above.

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1 to position B again.

14) 15)ADJUSTMENTS
The steering wheel can be adjusted bothin height and in depth.

ELECTRIC STEERING WHEEL HEATING(where provided)
With ignition device at ON, press thefig. 22 button on the air conditioner
control panel.

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When the function is enabled, the LED on
the button switches on.

IMPORTANT If this function is activatedwith the engine stopped the battery may
run down.

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To adjust the position bring the lever 1
fig. 21 down to position A, after which thesteering wheel can be adjusted to themost suitable position and subsequently
locked in this position by bringing lever

2214) All adjustments must be carried out onlywith the car stationary and engine stopped.

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any after-market operation involving
steering system or steering column
modifications (e.g. installation of anti-theft
device) that could adversely affectperformance, invalidate the warranty, cause
SERIOUS SAFETY PROBLEMS and also
result in the car not meeting type-approvalrequirements.

REAR VIEW MIRRORS

device in position A: left mirror
selected;device in position B: right mirror
selected.
To adjust the selected mirror, use device
1 in the four directions.
IMPORTANT Once adjustment iscomplete, rotate device 1 to position D
to prevent accidental movements.

INTERIOR MIRROR
Operate lever fig. 23 to adjust the mirror
into two different positions: normal oranti-glare.

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When reverse gear is engaged, the mirror
is automatically set for daytime use.

Manual folding
To fold the mirrors, move them from theopen position to the closed position
fig. 26.

DOOR MIRRORS

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The mirror is fitted with a safety device
that causes its release in the event of aviolent impact with the passenger.

ELECTROCHROMIC INTERIOR MIRROR(where provided)
On some versions, an electrochromic
mirror is available, that can automaticallymodify its reflecting action to prevent
dazzling the driver fig. 24.
The electrochromic mirror has an
ON/OFF button to activate/deactivate
the electrochromic anti-glaring function.

Electric adjustment
The mirrors can only be adjusted with theignition device at ON.
Select the desired mirror using device 1
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Electric folding(where provided)
With device 1 in position D, move it toposition C fig. 25. Turn the device 1 again
to position C to return the mirrors to thedriving position.
If device 1 is turned again during door
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position and vice versa), their movement
direction is reversed.
Automatic activation
Activating the central door locking
system from outside the vehicle
automatically folds the mirrors, they
return to the driving position when theignition switch is turned to the ON
position.
If the door mirrors were folded in using
device 1, they can only be returned to thedriving position by means of a newcommand on the same device.
IMPORTANT The mirrors must always be
open while driving and should never befolded.
ELECTROCHROMIC EXTERIORMIRRORS(where provided)
As well as an inside mirror, anelectrochromic mirror is also available onsome versions, which automaticallymodifies its reflecting properties toprevent dazzling the driver. The
anti-glare electrochromic enable/disable
button fig. 24 is the same for all rear view
mirrors.

WARNING
16) As door mirrors are curved, andtherefore they may slightly alter theperception of distance.

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EXTERNAL LIGHTS
LIGHT SWITCH
The light switch fig. 27, located on theleft side (left hand drive versions) or on
the right side (right hand drive versions)of the dashboard, controls operation ofheadlights, side lights, daytime runninglights, dipped beam headlights, front andrear fog lights.

AUTO FUNCTION (Dusk sensor)
This is implemented by an infrared LED
sensor on the windscreen that works inconjunction with the rain sensor. It is able
to detect variations in the outside lightlevel based on the light sensitivity set
through the Connect system.
The higher the sensitivity, the lower theamount of external light needed toswitch the lights on.
Function activation
Turn the light switch to theposition.

IMPORTANT The function can only be
activated with the ignition device at ON.
Function deactivation
To deactivate the function, turn the light.
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The external lights can be activated only
when the ignition device is in position ON,
except for the parking lights. See the"Parking lights" paragraph, in this chapter
for more information.
The instrument panel and the various
controls on the dashboard will be lit up
when the exterior lights are switched on.

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DIPPED HEADLIGHTS
Turn the light switch toto switch on
the side lights, the lights on the
instrument panel and the dipped beam
headlights.
warning light switches on in theThe
instrument panel.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL) AND
SIDE LIGHTS (Daytime Running Lights)(where provided)17) 18)With the ignition device turned to ON andthethe light switch turned to position
daytime running lights are automaticallyactivated; the other lights and interior
lighting remain off.
Where provided, when the direction
indicators are activated, thecorresponding DRL will be dimmed (on35W Bi-Xenon Headlamps, the DRL will
be turned off), until the direction
indicators are deactivated.
Where provided, the DRL can be
activated/deactivated from Connect
system, by selecting the following
functions in sequence on the main MENU:"Settings", "Lights" and "Daytime Running
Lights".

IMPORTANT For markets where DRL use
is not required, these lights work as side
lights and they are switched on and off
jointly with the main beam headlights.
FRONT FOG LIGHTS(where provided)
The fog light switch is integrated with thelight switch.
Press thebutton to turn on the fog
lights with side lights and dipped beam
headlights on.
To turn off the fog lights, press the
button again or turn the switch to theposition.
The fog lights are switched on with thedipped beam headlights or DRL on (thelatter work as side lights) and areswitched on when switching on the main

beam headlights but not when the main
beam headlights are flashed only.
If the fog lights are not switched off
before stopping the engine, the next timethe engine is started they will switch on
again.
Cornering lights(where provided)
The fog lights perform corneringfunction. This function allows toilluminate the road or a corner better bylighting the corresponding fog light.
The cornering function can bedeactivated on the Connect system byselecting the following functions insequence on the main menu: "Settings","Lights" and "Cornering Lights".

REAR FOG LIGHT
The rear fog light switch is integrated
with the light switch.
Press thebutton to switch the lighton/off.
The rear fog light switches on only when
the dipped beam headlights or fog lights
are switched on. The light can bebuttonswitched off by pressing theagain or by switching off the dippedbeam headlights.
When the engine is stopped with the rear
fog lights on, the next time the engine isstarted the lights will,
however, be off.
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PARKING LIGHTS
They are switched on if, within a few
seconds from stopping the engine, thepositionlight switch is put first in theposition. All side lights
and then theswitch on, if you want to leave only thoseon one side (right/left) switched on, youneed to move the direction indicators
control on the position on the side you
wish to leave on.
warning light switches on in theThe
instrument panel.
IMPORTANT Turning the ignition switch
to ON turns off the parking lights, whichwere on only on one side.
HEADLIGHTS OFF TIMER
The "Follow Me" function delays theswitching off of the headlights after the
car has been stopped.
The function can be enabled from theConnect system by selecting thefollowing functions from the main menu
in sequence: "Settings", "Lights" and"Follow me"; the side lights and thedipped beam headlights stay on for atime that can be set between 30, 60 and
90 seconds.
Function activation
With the headlights on, take the ignition
device to the STOP position: the timer
starts when the light switch is turned toposition.
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IMPORTANT To activate this function theheadlights must be deactivated within
2 minutes after the ignition device has
been taken to STOP.

The first time the main beam headlights
are activated (pushing the left lever), thefunction is activated (the warning lightor thesymbol comes on in the
instrument panel).
If the main beam headlights are actually
will
on, the blue icon/warning lightalso come on in the instrument panel.

Function deactivation
This function is deactivated by switchingon the headlights, the side lights orbringing the ignition device to ON.

AFS FUNCTION (Adaptive Frontlight
System)(where provided)
This is a system combined with Xenon
headlights (Bi-Xenon Headlamps 35W
version) which directs the main lightbeam, horizontally and vertically, andcontinuously and automatically adapts itto the driving conditions roundbends/when cornering.
The system directs the light beam to lightup the road in the best way, taking into
account the speed of the car, thebend/corner angle and the speed ofsteering.
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
To activate the fixed main beam
headlights push the left lever towards
the instrument panel fig. 28. The lightor.
switch must be turned toWith main beam headlights on, thewarning light/icon on the instrument
panel will come on at the same time.

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DIRECTION INDICATORS
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The main beam headlights are switched
off by pushing the left stalk forward
switches off
again. Warning light/iconin the instrument panel.
Flashing the headlights
The flashing of the main beam headlights
is activated by pulling the left stalktowards the steering wheel, the lights
remain on while you are operating thelever.
Automatic high beam headlights(where provided)
In order not to dazzle other road users,
the lights are automatically deactivatedwhen approaching cars travelling in the
opposite direction or when following a
car travelling in the same direction.
This function is enabled using theConnect system and with the light switch
position.
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theMove the left stalk fig. 28 to the end of
its travel (unstable position):up: right direction signal activated, theflashes on thewarning light
instrument panel;
down: left direction signal activated,flashes on thethe warning light
instrument panel.
The direction indicators are switched off
automatically when the steering wheel isstraightened.
"Lane Change" function
When you want to signal the change ofthe driving lane, move the lever until thefirst impulse (about half stroke).
The direction indicator on the side
selected will flash five times and thenswitch off automatically.

HEADLIGHT ALIGNMENT ADJUSTMENT
Headlight alignment corrector(where provided)
This device is not available on vehicles

equipped with Xenon headlights(Bi-Xenon Headlamps 35W version), as
they require an automatic alignment
correction system.
It only operates with the ignition device
at ON.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROLBUTTON GRAPHIC BRIGHTNESSADJUSTMENT
With side lights or headlights on, turn thering fig. 30 upwards to increase thebrightness of the instrument panel andcontrol button graphics lighting, or turnthe ring downwards to decrease it. The
control operates with pulses, so evertime it is activated, the brightness
increases/decreases by one level, up to a
maximum of seven.

18) Daytime running lights cannot replace
dipped beam headlights when driving atnight or through tunnels. The use of daytime
running lights is governed by the highway
code of the country in which you are driving.
Comply with legal requirements.

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To adjust it, rotate the ring fig. 29.
Position 0: one or two people on thefront seats;
Position 1: 4 or 5 passengers;
Position 2: 4 or 5 passengers + load in
the luggage compartment
Position 3: driver + maximum
admissible load stowed only in theluggage compartment

IMPORTANT Check the headlightalignment each time the weight of theload transported changes.

3004126V0016EMWARNING17) The daytime running lights are analternative to the dipped headlights fordriving during the daytime in countries
where it is compulsory to have lights on
during the day; where it is not compulsory,
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INTERIOR LIGHTSWINDSCREEN WIPERFRONT CEILING LIGHT

SCREEN WIPER/WASHER

Switch 1 fig. 31 switches on/off thelight 8.
Switch 2 is used to switch the rearceiling lights on/off.
Switch 3 switches on/off all lights
inside the ceiling lights (front and rear) in
the passenger's compartment.
Switch 4 activates or deactivates theceiling light 6, 7, 8 switching on/off upon
opening/closing the doors. Lights switch
on/off progressively.
Switch 5 switches on/off light 6.

31This operates only with the ignition
device at ON.
The ring fig. 32 can be set to thefollowing positions:windscreen wiper off.
rotating the ring nut to the first
position activates the firstsensitivity level of the rain sensor.
rotating the ring nut to the second
position activates the second
sensitivity level of the rain sensor.
rotating the ring nut to the third
position activates the firstcontinuous speed level of thewindscreen wipers in manual mode.
rotating the ring nut to the fourth
position activates the second
continuous speed level of thewindscreen wipers in manual mode.

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Ceiling light timing
On certain versions, to facilitate getting
in/out of the vehicle at night or in
poorly-lit areas, two timed modes havebeen provided.

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Move the stalk upwards (it only has
unstable positions) to activate the MIST
function. It only operates while the stalkis held in this position. When released, thestalk will return to its default position
and the windscreen wiper will be
automatically stopped. This function isuseful to remove small deposits of dust
from the windscreen, or morning dew.
IMPORTANT This function does not
activate the windscreen washer;windscreen washer fluid will nottherefore be sprayed onto thewindscreen. To spray windscreen washer
fluid onto the windscreen, the washing
function must be used.
or, theWith ring nut in position
windscreen wiper will automatically
adapt its operating speed to the speed of
the vehicle.

“Smart washing” function
Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel(unstable position) to activate a washingcycle.
Hold the stalk pulled to activate both thewindscreen washer jet and thewindscreen wiper with a single
movement, until the stalk is released.

REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER
Engaging reverse gear with thewindscreen wiper operating activates asingle cycle of the rear window wiper.
Moving the stalk fig. 32 (it only has
unstable positions):
towards the instrument panel controls
rearscreen washing (a short pushactivates a washing cycle, holding thestalk pushed controls continuous
washing until it is released);
downwards activates/deactivatescontinuous rearscreen wiper operation.
With the windscreen wiper already inoperation, the rearscreen wiper blade
movement will be synchronised with thewindscreen wipers.
RAIN SENSOR
This is located behind the interior rear
view mirror, in contact with thewindscreen and can detect the presenceof rain and, consequently, manage thecleaning of the windscreen in accordancewith the amount of water on the screen.

Activation/deactivation
9) 10)

Rotating the ring nut fig. 32 to positionor
activates the rain sensor.
The activation of the sensor is signalled
by a flick of the wiper (indicating that thecommand has been acquired).
To deactivate the system, use ring nut
fig. 32 or turn the ignition device to STOP.
If the ignition device is moved to STOP
position, leaving the ring nut fig. 32 inor, when the vehicle is next
started (ignition device at ON), no wiping
cycle occurs even if it rains.

8) Do not operate the windscreen wiper withthe blades lifted from the windscreen.
9) Do not activate the rain sensor when
washing the car in an automatic car wash.
10) Make sure the device is switched off if
there is ice on the windscreen.

19)

WARNING
19) Make sure the device is switched off
whenever the windscreen must be cleaned.

IMPORTANT7) Never use the windscreen wipers toremove layers of snow or ice from thewindscreen. In such conditions, thewindscreen wiper may be subjected toexcessive stress and the motor cut-out
switch, which prevents operation for a few
seconds, may intervene. If operation is not
subsequently restored, even after restarting
the engine, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.

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CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEMAUTOMATIC DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
2)Controls

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1. Driver side temperature adjustment knob; 2. Driver side AUTO function activation button (automatic operation); 3. Driver's
side air distribution selection button; 4. MAX-DEF function activation button (rapid defrosting/demisting); 5. Fan speed
adjustment knob; 6. Heated rear window on/off button; 7. Passenger side air distribution selection button; 8. Passenger side
AUTO function activation button (automatic operation); 9. Passenger side temperature adjustment knob; 10. Driver/passenger
SYNC function activation button (alignment of set temperatures); 11. Passenger side seat heater activation button; (where
provided, see chapter on seats); 12. Climate control compressor on/off button; 13. Steering wheel heater activation button;(where provided, see chapter on steering wheel); 14. Driver side seat heater activation button; (where provided, see chapter on"Seats"); 15. Internal air recirculation and automatic operation on/off button.

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Air flow to the windscreen and front
side window vents todemist/defrost them.
Air flow at central and side
dashboard vents to ventilate thechest and the face during the hot
season.
Air flow to the front and rear
footwell vents. This air distribution
setting heats the passenger
compartment most quickly, giving a
prompt sensation of warmth.
Air flow distributed between
footwell vents (hotter air) andcentral and side dashboard vents(cooler air). This air distribution
setting is useful in spring andautumn on sunny days.
Air flow distributed between
footwell vents and windscreen andfront side window defrosting/demisting vents. This distribution
setting allows the passenger
compartment to be warmed
effectively and prevents thewindows from misting.

Air flow distribution between
windscreen demisting/defrostingvents and side and central
dashboard vents. This allows air tobe sent to the windscreen in
conditions of strong sunlight.
Air flow distribution to all diffusers
on the vehicle.
In AUTO mode, the air conditioner
automatically manages the air
distribution. When set manually, the air
distribution is indicated by the respective
symbols on the Connect system display
switching on.

START & STOP EVO
The automatic dual zone climate control
system manages the Start&Stop Evo(engine off when the vehicle speed is
0 mph (0 km/h)) to ensure adequate
comfort inside the vehicle.
In particular, the climate control system
turns off the Stop & Start Evo if:
the climate control system is in AUTO
mode (LED on the button switched on)
and the temperature conditions inside
the car are far from a comfort
temperature;
the climate control system is in LO
maximum cooling;
the climate control system is in HI
maximum heating;the climate control system is in the
MAX-DEF status.
With Stop & Start Evo on (engine off andvehicle speed equal to 0 mph (0 km/h)),the flow is reduced as much as possible,
to maintain the passenger compartment
comfort conditions for longer.

IMPORTANT2) The system uses R1234yf coolant gas,
which does not pollute the environment in theevent of accidental leakage. Under nocircumstances use R134a and R12 fluids,
which are incompatible with the componentsof the system.

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WINDOW WINDERSELECTRIC WINDOWS
20)They work with the ignition device in the
ON position and for about 3 minutes
after the ignition device has been turnedto the STOP position. When one of thefront doors is opened this operation isdisabled.
Driver side front door controls
The buttons are located on the door
panel trim. All windows can be controlledfrom the driver side door panel fig. 34.

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1: front left window opening/closing.
"Automatic continuous" operation duringwindow opening/closing and anti-pinch
system activated.

2: front right window opening/closing.
"Automatic continuous" operation duringwindow opening/closing and anti-pinch
system activated.
3: rear right window opening/closing.
"Automatic continuous" operation duringwindow opening/closing and anti-pinch
system activated.
4: enabling/disabling of rear door
electric window controls;
5: rear left window opening/closing.
"Automatic continuous" operation duringwindow opening/closing and anti-pinch
system activated.
Window opening
Push the buttons to open the desired
window.
When any of the opening buttons on frontor rear doors is pressed once briefly, thewindow moves in stages; while pressing
the button for a second time, the"continuous automatic" operation is
activated.
If the button is pressed again, the window
will stop in the desired position.
Window closing
Lift the buttons to close the desired
window.
The window closing stage occurs
following the same logic described forthe opening stage both of the front door
windows and the rear door windows.

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Window anti-pinch safety device
This safety system can recognise thepresence of any obstacle during thewindow closing movement. If this occurs,
the system stops the window's
movement and reverts it, depending on
its position.
The anti-pinch safety function is
activated both during the manual and theautomatic operation of the window.
Electric window system initialisation
If power supply is interrupted, theelectric window automatic operationmust be reinitialised.
The initialisation procedure described
below must be carried out with the doors
closed and for each door:
fully close the window to be initialised,with manual operation;
after the window has reached theupper end of travel, hold the up button
down for at least 3 seconds.

WARNING20) Incorrect use of the electric windows
may be dangerous. Before and during
operation, always check that nobody is
exposed to the risk of being injured either
directly by the moving window or throughobjects getting caught or hit by it.

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CLOSING

ANTI-PINCH DEVICE(where provided)

From the position of complete opening
symbol:press button 1 next to thethe roof will close completely.
The automatic motion can be interrupted
in any position by pressing button
1 again.

The sun roof has an anti-pinch safetysystem capable of detecting thepresence of an obstacle during theclosing movement: if this happens, thesystem intervenes and the movement of
the roof is immediately reversed into
opening.

21)

The electric sunroof comprises two glass
panels (the front one is mobile and therear one fixed) and is fitted with anelectrically operated sun blind.
Operation of the sunroof is only possible
with the ignition device at AVV.

OPENING
Press button 1 fig. 35 near thesymbol: to open the roof completely.
11)

The automatic motion can be interrupted
in any position by pressing button
1 again.

SWIVEL OPENING
To bring the roof into swivel position,press and release the specific button 2
fig. 35.
This type of swivel opening can be
activated irrespective of the position of
the sun roof. When starting with the roof
in closed position, pressing the button
automatically causes its swivel-opening.
If the roof is already open, the buttonmust be held until the roof reaches theswivel-opening position.
Pressing button 2 again during automatic
movement of the roof will stop it.

BLIND MOVEMENT

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The sun blinds are electrically operated.
Press button 3 fig. 35
symbol: toopen the sun blinds.
Press button 3
symbol: to close thesun blinds.
The automatic motion can be interrupted
in any position by pressing button
3 again.

INITIALISATION PROCEDURE
Automatic operation of the sunroof must
be initialised again in case of faulty
sunroof operation.
Proceed as follows:press button 1 next to thesymbolto bring the roof into completely closed
position;bring the ignition device to STOP and
wait at least 10 seconds;
set the ignition device to AVV;
hold button 1 down for at least
10 seconds, then you should hear themechanical stop of the roof motor;
within 5 seconds hold button 1 down:
the roof will perform a complete
automatic opening and closing cycle (toindicate that the initialisation procedure
has been successful). If this does notoccur, the procedure must be restarted
from the beginning.

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BONNETWARNINGOPENING22) 23)21) When leaving the vehicle, always makesure you have the key with you to avoid therisk of injury to those still inside the car due
to accidental operation of the sun roof.
Improper use of the roof can be dangerous.
Before and during operation, always checkthat no-one is exposed to the risk of being
injured by the moving sunroof or by objects
getting caught or hit by it.

Proceed as follows:
inside the passenger compartment,
pull the release lever, fig. 36;

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raise the bonnet completely: theoperation is facilitated by the presenceof two gas shock absorbers which hold it
the all open position.

IMPORTANT
11) Do not open the sun roof if a roof rack or
crossbars are fitted. Do not open the sunroof if there is snow or ice on it: you may
damage it.

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go to the outside of the vehicle andposition yourself in front of the grille;
lift the bonnet slightly from right toleft as indicated by the arrow on releasedevice fig. 37;

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Do not tamper with the shock absorberand accompany the bonnet while lifting it.
CLOSING22) 24)

To close, lower the bonnet toapproximately 16 in (40 cm) from theengine compartment then let it drop.
Make sure that the bonnet is completely
closed and not only fastened by thelocking device by trying to open it. If it is
not perfectly closed, do not try to press
the bonnet down but open it and repeat
the procedure.

IMPORTANT Always check that thebonnet is closed correctly to prevent itfrom opening while the vehicle istravelling. Since the bonnet is equippedwith a double locking system, one foreach side, you must check that it is closed
on both its side ends.
WARNING
22) Perform these operations only when the
car is stationary.
23) Use both hands to lift the bonnet. Before
lifting, check that the windscreen wiper arms
are not raised from the windscreen or inoperation, that the vehicle is stationary andthat the electric parking brake is engaged.
24) For safety reasons, the bonnet must
always be properly closed while the car istravelling. Therefore, make sure that thebonnet is properly closed and that the lock is
engaged. If you discover that the bonnet is
not perfectly closed during travel, stop
immediately and close the bonnet in thecorrect manner.

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENTTAILGATE
The tailgate is operated electrically, so
pay the utmost attention before
activating its movement.
Safe opening and closing of the tailgate isguaranteed by a protection system that
can automatically stop its movement
when it encounters an obstacle while
opening or closing.
When the car is moving, tailgate
unlocking and movement are disabled.
To avoid difficulties in tight spaces, you
can set the height at which to block the
tailgate open.
Customising the tailgate opening height
To customise the tailgate opening
position, proceed as described below:
open the tailgate;
manually move it to the position thatyou want to store;
press one of the closing buttons 2 or 3
fig. 43 for at least 5 seconds (successfulacquisition is indicated by the direction
indicators flashing three times).
The tailgate is now programmed to open
to the set position.
This function can be selected on theConnect system fig. 38 (where provided).

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Setting the tailgate opening height to apreset position (where provided)
To set the tailgate opening height to oneof the four preset positions, proceed as
described below:
on the Connect system, press the
MENU button to activate the main menu
and select the following functions insuccession: “Settings”, “Doors & Locks”
and “Electric tailgate”. Select andactivate them by turning the Rotary Pad
fig. 39 and pressing it;

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button on the remote control
thetwice.

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turn the Rotary Pad to select one of
the four preset positions and press it toactivate the selected position fig. 40.

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CLOSING
Closing from outside
It is possible to close the tailgate bypressing:
the button 2 fig. 43 on the tailgate
interior trim;
the button 3 on the tailgate interior
trim, (all the doors, including the tailgate,
will be locked);thebutton on the remote control
twice quickly;
the button fig. 41 on the tailgate,
between the number plate lights.

Opening from the inside
When it is locked, the tailgate can be
opened from inside the car by lifting the
button 1 fig. 42 on the driver’s door panel
trim.

IMPORTANT You can stop the tailgate
moving by pressing the same button
again.
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Opening from the outside
When unlocked, the tailgate can be
opened from outside the vehicle bypressing the electric opening button
fig. 41 located between the number plate
lights, for about one second until you hear
the unlocking click, or by quickly pressing

IMPORTANT It is possible to stop thetailgate moving with any of the close
buttons.

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Closing from inside
Press the button 1 fig. 42 on the driver’s
door panel trim and hold it down until theoperation is complete.

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IMPORTANT It is possible to stop thetailgate moving by releasing the button.

You can activate/deactivate theautomatic tailgate opening and closing
function in “Hand Free” mode on theConnect system by pressing the MENU
button to select the Main menu, andselecting the following items insuccession: “Settings”, “Doors & Locks”
and “Automatic tailgate opening”. Selectthem by turning the Rotary Pad andpressing it.

AUTOMATICALLY OPENING AND
CLOSING THE ELECTRICALLYOPERATED TAILGATE IN “HANDS FREE”
MODE(where provided)25)

To operate the system in “Hands free”
mode:
if the doors are locked, the system
must detect the electronic key near the
tailgate;
if the doors are unlocked, the systemdoes not have to detect the electronic
key near the tailgate;
go to the rear of the car, in the centre
and about 1.6 ft (50 cm) from thetailgate;move your foot under the bumper,
simulating a kick. When you have done
this movement, withdraw your leg. To
activate the movement, both sensors
must detect your leg fig. 44.

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If it is closed, the electricallyoperated/Hands free tailgate:unlocks and opens completely;with another movement of the foot, it
stops;
a further movement of the footreverses the direction and closes thetailgate completely, if you do not stop it
again.
If it is open, with a movement of the foot,the electrically operated/Hands freetailgate:closes completely;
another movement of the foot before
it closes completely will stop it;
if the tailgate was stopped, anothermovement of the foot reverses the
direction and opens it completely.

TAILGATE INITIALISATIONIMPORTANT If the battery is
disconnected or the protection fuseblows, the tailgate opening/closing
mechanism must be reinitialised asfollows:
close all the doors and the tailgate;press thebutton on the remotecontrol;press thebutton on the remotecontrol.
WARNING
25) Before lifting the foot off the ground,make sure that you are in stable position. Do
not touch any part of the vehicle. There is arisk of injury from touching, for example, thevery hot exhaust system.

IMPORTANT To conserve the battery
charge, avoid performing this operation
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WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

This section of the handbook gives you all the information you
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANELCONTROL PANEL AND ON-BOARD INSTRUMENTS
3.5” TFT DISPLAY

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1. Rev counter 2. Digital engine oil temperature gauge with overheating warning light 3. TFT Display 4. Digital fuel level
gauge (the triangle on the left side of the symbol indicates the side of the vehicle with the fuel filler) 5. Speedometer (speed
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1. Rev counter 2. Digital engine oil temperature gauge with overheating warning light 3. TFT Display 4. Digital fuel level
gauge (the triangle on the left side of the symbol indicates the side of the vehicle with the fuel filler) 5. Speedometer (speed
indicator)
Apart from the instrument panel display size, there may be small differences according to the version or the end market destinationof the car.

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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANELDISPLAYDESCRIPTION
The vehicle can be equipped with a 3.5" or 7" TFT Display.

RECONFIGURABLE TFT DISPLAY
During operation, the display is divided into multiple sections which show driving data, warnings and failure indications. fig. 47 shows
the display layout, identifying the various sections.

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1 Gearbox Information
Automatic transmission
Displays the following information
regarding the gearbox operation:
gearbox operation mode (M, P, R, N, D).
If the gear is changed using the steering
wheel lever (where provided), In D modeor manual M mode, it also displays theengaged gear. In M mode, it also shows
when to shift gear up or down.
2 Front, side anti-collision systems,
Cruise Control
Displays the operation the following
modes:
Forward Collision Warning (FCW);
Lane Departure Warning (LDW);
Cruise Control (CC) or Active Cruise
Control (ACC) (where provided).
For further information, see relevant
paragraphs.
3 Speed limit warning lightShows information regarding the Speed
Limiter function.
For further information, see relevant
paragraph.
4 Reconfigurable main area
Can display the following screens:Home.
Trip A.
Trip B (can be activated/deactivatedby the Connect system)
Performance.

The screens can be selected, on rotation,by pressing the button shown in fig. 48.

Outside temperature (on the 3.5" FT
display shown only if the Phone function
repeat mode has not previously been
activated).
Current speed (shown if the repeat
modes of the Phone and Navigation
functions have not been previously
activated).
Range (on the 3.5" FT display shown if
the Radio and Media functions repeat
mode have not been previously
activated).

483.5” TFT Display

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Depending on the chosen driving mode
(Dynamic, Normal, Advanced Efficiency),
which can be selected through the “Alfa
DNA™” system, the screens may begraphically different. The navigation
instructions and call information can be
repeated on the Connect system display
and also in this area of the display. These
functions can be set on the Connect
system.

4905036S0003EMHome
The parameters shown on the display, forthe modes: Dynamic, Normal andAdvanced Efficiency are:Time fig. 49 or fig. 50 (on the 3.5" FT
display, it is shown only if the Phone
function fig. 51 repeat mode has notpreviously been activated).

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7” TFT Display

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7” TFT Display

3.5” TFT Display

To reset the values, press and hold down
the button on the right stalk fig. 54.

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Trip A and B
The "Trip computer" can be used todisplay, for all driving modes (Dynamic,
Normal, Advanced Efficiency) and with
the ignition device ON, themeasurements regarding the operatingstate of the vehicle. This function ischaracterised by two separate records,
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be deactivated by the Connect system),
where the car’s “complete missions”(journeys) are recorded in a reciprocallyindependent manner.
“Trip A” and “Trip B” are used to display
the values relating to:
Distance travelled
Average fuel consumption
Average speed
Active trip
Fuel consumption indicator (7" TFT
Display only)

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Performance
The displayed parameters are different
in function from the active mode, and themodes can be selected through the “Alfa
DNA™” system and are as follows:
Normal,3.5” TFT Display

3.5” TFT Display

The globe (7" TFT Display) lights up
gradually according to lower
consumption.
Dynamic,3.5” TFT Display

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7” TFT Display

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7” TFT Display
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7” TFT Display

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The screen graphically reproduces someparameters closely linked to theefficiency of the driving style, with a viewto limiting consumption.
Advanced Efficiency,

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The three central icons on the screen
indicate the effectiveness of the drivingstyle, linked to the following parameters:
acceleration, deceleration and gear
shifts, with a view to limiting
consumption. The bar below the icons
shows current consumption and the
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green line represents the optimal area.

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The displayed parameters are related tovehicle stability, the graphs illustrate thetrend of the longitudinal/lateral
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considering gravity acceleration as areference unit.
Lateral acceleration peaks are also
indicated.

PARAMETERS SET BY USER

5 CompassViews the position indicating the cardinalpoint.
6 Milometer
Indicates the total kilometres (or miles)
travelled.
7 Failure warning lights
Area dedicated to displaying failures, thefollowing symbols could be displayed on
rotation:
Low criticality symbols (yellow amber).
High criticality symbols (red).
8 Car range (7" TFT Display only)
Indicates the kilometres (or miles) left
before the fuel tank is empty.
9 Warning lights (7" TFT Display only)
Displays the warning light related to theactive mode among the following:
low beam headlights;
main beam headlights;
Auto low beam headlights;
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A series of functions programmable by
the user can be set using the Connect
system, this paragraph describes only thebasic settings, such as:
Units & Language;
Clock and Date;
Control panel.
To access the list with theaforementioned items, proceed asfollows: from the main menu, activatedby pressing the MENU button fig. 62,
select the function "Settings", by turningand pressing the Rotary Pad.
Turn the Rotary Pad to choose thedesired option and press to activate it.

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Units & Language

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The following settings can be modified
when this mode is selected fig. 63:
Measure units (by selecting this item
you can choose between the metric,
imperial or custom systems; this last
option lets you set the measure unit foreach individual size).
Language (by selecting this item you
can choose the system viewing language).

Restore Settings (allows you to delete
the settings from this menu and restore
the default settings).
To access and adjust the various settings,
turn and press the Rotary Pad to selectand confirm the selection.

Restore Settings (allows you to delete
the settings from this menu and restore
the default settings).
To access and adjust the various settings,
turn and press the Rotary Pad to selectand confirm the selection.

Clock and Date

Control panel

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The following settings can be modified
when this mode is selected fig. 64:
Sync with GPS Time (activates/
deactivates the clock synchronization
through the GPS; if the function isdeactivated, the options Set Time andSet Date are enabled).
Set time (allows to manually set thetime).
Time format (allows to choose thetime format between a 12-hour and a
24-hour clock).
Set date (to set the date manually).

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on the instrument panel display as well).
Nav Repeat (allows you toactivate/deactivate repetition of thenavigator function screens also on the
instrument panel display).
Restore Settings (allows you to delete
the settings from this menu and restore
the default settings).
To access and adjust the various settings,
turn and press the Rotary Pad to selectand confirm the selection.

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The following settings can be modified
when this mode is selected fig. 65:
Warning buzzer Volume (allows you to
set the volume of the warning buzzer toseven levels).
Trip B (allows you to activate/
deactivate the function).
Phone repeat (allows toactivate/deactivate the repetition of thephone function screens on the instrument
panel display as well).
Audio repeat (allows toactivate/deactivate the repetition of the
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANELWARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGESIMPORTANT The warning light switches
on together with a dedicated message
and/or acoustic signal when applicable.
These indications are indicative andprecautionary and as such must not be
considered as exhaustive and/or
alternative to the information containedin the Owner Handbook, which you areadvised to read carefully in all cases.
Always refer to the information in thischapter in the event of a failure
indication.
IMPORTANT The failure indicators
appearing on the display are divided into
two categories: very serious and lessserious faults. Serious faults areindicated by a repeated and prolonged
warning "cycle". Less serious faults areindicated by a warning "cycle" with ashorter duration. You can stop thewarning cycle in both cases by pressing
the button located on the windscreen
wiper lever. The instrument panel
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Possible detailed messages and/or acoustic signalling can be matched to a few warning lights and symbols.

Red warning lights
Warning
light

What it means
INSUFFICIENT BRAKE FLUID / ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE ON
The warning light switches on when the ignition device is brought to ON, but it should switch off after a few seconds.
Low brake fluid level
The warning light turns on when the level of the brake fluid in the reservoir falls below the minimum level, possibly due to a leak inthe circuit.
Go to an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the system checked as soon as possible.
Electric parking brake on
The warning light switches on when the electric parking brake is engaged.
Release the electric parking brake, then check that the warning light has switched off.
If the warning light stays on, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
IMPORTANT If the car is parked on a gradient of more than 30% and/or the brake temperature is greater than 350°C (662°F),
when the parking brake is engaged, the warning light will flash to indicate a potentially unsafe condition.
EBD FAILURE
The simultaneous switching on of the(red) and(amber) warning lights with the engine on indicates either a failure of the
EBD system or that the system is not available. In this case, the rear wheels may suddenly lock and the vehicle may swerve whenbraking sharply.
Drive very carefully to the nearest Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the system inspected immediately.

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Warning
light

What it means
AIR BAG FAILURE
The warning light switches on when the ignition device is brought to ON, but it should switch off after a few seconds. If thewarning light switches on constantly, this indicates a failure in the airbag system.
26)
FRONT SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED
The warning light switches on constantly if the car is stationary and the driver side or passenger side seat belt, with thepassenger seated, is not fastened. The warning light flashes and an acoustic warning will sound if the car is in motion and thedriver side or passenger side seat belt, with the passenger seated, is not correctly fastened.
Fasten or check correct fastening of the front occupants' seat belts.
Using the Connect system, you can activate/deactivate the SBA (Seat Belt Alert) system buzzer. To access the function, on themain menu select the following items in sequence: "Settings", "Safety" and "Seat belt reminder".
EXCESSIVE ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE
The warning light switches on in the case of engine oil overheating.
If the problem persists, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
12)

WARNING
26) The fault of thewarning light is signalled by the switching on of theicon on the instrument panel. In this case, the warning light may notindicate any faults with the restraint systems. Before proceeding, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the system checked immediately.
27) If thewarning light does not switch on when the ignition device is moved to ON or if it stays on when driving (together with the message on
the display), there might be a fault in the restraint systems; in this case, the airbags or pretensioners may not deploy in the event of an accident or,
in a lower number of cases, they could deploy erroneously. Before proceeding, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the system checked
immediately.

IMPORTANT
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Amber warning lights
Warning
light

What it means
ABS FAILURE
The warning light switches on when the ignition device is brought to ON, but it should switch off after a few seconds.
The warning light switches on to indicate an ABS fault. In this case the braking system maintains its efficiency unaltered but
without the advantage of the ABS system.
Drive carefully and contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
TPMS FAILURE
The warning light switches on when a failure is detected in the TPMS. Should one or more wheels be fitted without sensors, thedisplay will show a warning message until initial conditions are restored.
Do not continue driving with one or more flat tyres as handling may be compromised. Stop the car, avoiding sharp braking andsteering. Immediately restore the correct inflation pressure using the Tire Repair Kit (see "Repairing a wheel" paragraph in the "Inan emergency" chapter) and contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
Low tyre pressure
The warning light switches on to indicate that the tyre pressure is lower than the recommended value and/or that slow pressure
loss is occurring. In these cases, optimal tyre duration and fuel consumption may not be guaranteed.
In any situation in which the message on the display is "See manual", it is ESSENTIAL to refer to the contents of the "Wheels andrims" paragraph in the "Technical data" chapter, strictly complying with the indications that you find there.
ESC SYSTEM
When the ignition device is brought to ON, the warning light switches on, but should switch off as soon as the engine is started.
ESC system intervention: Intervention by the system is indicated by the flashing of the warning light: it indicates that the car is in
critical stability and grip conditions.
ECS system failure: If the warning light does not switch off, or if it stays on with the engine running, a failure was found in the ESC
system.
In these cases, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
Hill Start Assist system failure: the switching on of the warning light indicates a Hill Start Assist system failure.
In these cases, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
PARTIAL / TOTAL DEACTIVATION OF ACTIVE SAFETY SYSTEMS
When the ignition device is brought to ON, the warning light switches on, but should switch off as soon as the engine is started.
The warning light switches on to indicate that some active safety systems have been partially or totally deactivated.
For further details about the active safety systems see the "Active safety systems" paragraph in the "Safety" chapter. When theactive safety systems are reactivated, the warning light switches off.

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Warning
light

What it means
FUEL RESERVE / LIMITED RANGE
The warning light (or the icon on the display) switches on when there are about 2 UK gal (9 litres) of fuel for petrol versions.
28)

EOBD/INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE
In normal conditions, when the ignition device is brought to ON, the warning light switches on, but it should switch off as soon as
the engine is started.
The operation of the warning light may be checked by the traffic police using specific devices. Comply with the laws andregulations of the country where you are driving.
13)
Injection system failure
If the warning light remains on, or it switches on while driving, the injection system is not working properly. The warning light on
constantly signals a malfunction in the supply/ignition system which could cause high exhaust emissions, a possible loss of
performance, poor driveability and high consumption.
The warning light switches off if the malfunction disappears, but the warning is still stored by the system.
Under these conditions, the vehicle can continue travelling at moderate speed but without demanding excessive effort from theengine or high speed. Prolonged use of the car with the warning light on fixed may cause damage. Contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership as soon as possible.
Catalytic converter damage
If the warning light flashes, it means that the catalytic converter may be damaged.
Release the accelerator pedal to lower the speed of the engine until the warning light stops flashing. Continue the journey atmoderate speed, trying to avoid driving conditions that may cause further flashing and contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon
as possible.

WARNING28) If the warning light (or the icon on the display) flashes whilst driving, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

IMPORTANT

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does not turn on or if it turns on steadily or flashing when travelling (on some versions
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light

What it means
FORWARD COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM (FCW) (where provided)
This warning light informs the driver that the frontal collision alarm function is not enabled.
REAR FOG LIGHT
The warning light switches on when the rear fog light is activated.

Green warning lights
Warning
light

What it means
SIDE LIGHTS AND DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS
The warning light switches on when the side lights or dipped headlights are turned on.
"Follow me" function engaged
This function allows the headlights to remain on for 30, 60 or 90 seconds after the ignition device was placed in STOP position.
FOG LIGHTS
The warning light comes on when the front fog lights are turned on.
LEFT DIRECTION INDICATOR
The warning light switches on when the direction indicator control stalk is moved downwards or, together with the right direction
indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pressed.
RIGHT DIRECTION INDICATOR
The warning light switches on when the direction indicator control stalk is moved upwards or, together with the left direction
indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pressed.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS (on 3.5" TFT Display)
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Blue warning lights
Warning
light

What it means
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS (on 3.5" TFT display)
The symbol comes on when the main beam headlights are activated.

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Red symbols
SymbolWhat it means
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
The symbol switches on constantly when the system detects that the engine oil pressure is insufficient.
Do not use the vehicle until the failure has been solved. When the symbol turns on, it does not indicate the amount of oil in theengine: the oil level can be checked on the display upon entering the vehicle and also by activating the "Oil level" function on theConnect system.
14)
ALTERNATOR FAILURE
The switching on of the symbol with engine on corresponds to an alternator failure.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
POWER STEERING FAILURE
If the symbol remains on, you could not have steering assistance and the effort required to operate the steering wheel could be
increased; steering is, however, possible.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
ALFA™ SYSTEM STEERING TORQUE (AST) FAILURE
The switching on of the symbol signals a failure in the automatic steering correction system.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the system checked.

IMPORTANT
14) If thesymbol switches on when driving, stop the engine immediately and contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

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SymbolWhat it means
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH
The symbol lights up when the engine has overheated.
In normal driving conditions: stop the car, switch off the engine and check that the coolant level in the reservoir is not below theMIN mark. In this case, wait for the engine to cool down, then slowly and carefully open the cap, top up with coolant and check thatthe level is between the MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir itself. Also check visually for any fluid leaks. Contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership if the symbol comes on when the engine is started again.
If the vehicle is used under demanding conditions (e.g. in high-performance driving): slow down and, if the warning light stays on,stop the vehicle. Stop for 2 or 3 minutes with the engine running and slightly accelerated to facilitate better coolant circulation,then turn the engine off. Check that the coolant level is correct as described above.
IMPORTANT Over demanding routes, it is advisable to keep the engine running and slightly accelerated for a few minutes
before turning it off.
DOOR OPEN
The symbol switches on when one or more doors are not completely shut. An acoustic signal is activated with the doors open andthe car moving.
Close the doors properly.
BONNET NOT PROPERLY SHUT
The symbol turns on when the bonnet is not properly closed, along with the icon, an image of the vehicle with an open bonnet
appears on the display.
A buzzer is heard when the bonnet is open and the vehicle is moving.
Close the bonnet properly.
TAILGATE NOT PROPERLY SHUT
The symbol turns on when the tailgate is not properly closed, along with the icon, an image of the vehicle with an open tailgate
appears on the display.
an acoustic warning is heard with open tailgate and car moving.
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Symbol

What it means
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE
The symbol switches on, together with a buzzer warning, to indicate that the automatic transmission is faulty.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
15)
INSUFFICIENT ENGINE OIL LEVEL
The symbol switches on, along with the related message on the display, to indicate low engine oil level.
OIL OVER MAXIMUM LEVEL
The symbol switches on, along with the respective message on the display, to indicate that the engine oil level is too high.
Go to an Alfa Romeo dealership as soon as possible to have the correct level restored. Run the engine under 3000 rpm during thistime.
BRAKE DISC TEMPERATURE
When it turns on, it indicates an excessive temperature of the brake discs.
Let the braking system cool down by reducing the speed.
SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED(only SASO version)
The symbol switches on when the speed limit of 75 mph (120 km/h) is exceeded.

IMPORTANT
15) Driving the vehicle with this symbol on may severely damage the gearbox, with resulting breakage. The oil may also overheat: contact with hot
engine or with exhaust components at high temperature could cause fires.

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Amber symbols
SymbolWhat it means
ENGINE IMMOBILIZER FAILURE / BREAK-IN ATTEMPTEngine Immobilizer system failure
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the Engine Immobilizer system.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
Break-in attempt
The symbol switches on when the ignition device is moved to ON position, to indicate a possible break-in attempt detected by thealarm system.
Electronic key not recognised
The symbol switches on when the engine is started and the electronic key is not recognized by the system.
Alarm system failureThis symbol switches on to report an alarm system failure.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM OPERATIONThe symbol switches on in the event of fuel cut-off system intervention.
For reactivating the fuel cut-off system, refer to the description in the "Fuel cut-off system" section in the "In an emergency"
chapter. If it is not possible to restore the fuel supply, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED(where provided)
The symbol is displayed only for a limited time.
IMPORTANT After the first indication, each time the engine is started the symbol will continue to switch on as described above
until the oil is changed.
If the symbol flashes, this does not mean that there is a fault on the vehicle, rather it simply reports that it is now necessary tochange the oil as a result of regular use of the vehicle. The deterioration of engine oil is accelerated by using the vehicle for shortdrives, preventing the engine from reaching operating temperature.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
16)

IMPORTANT
16) Deteriorated engine oil should be replaced as soon as possible after the symbol is switched on, and never more than 500 km after it firstswitches on. Failure to observe the above may result in severe damage to the engine and invalidate the warranty. When this symbol comes on, it
does not mean that the level of engine oil is low, so if it flashes you do not need to top up the engine oil.

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Symbol

What it means
GLOW PLUG PREHEATING (Diesel versions)This warning light comes on when the ignition device is brought to ON and will switch off when the glow plugs have reached thepreset temperature. The engine can be started as soon as the warning light switches off.
IMPORTANT In mild or high ambient temperature conditions, the warning light comes on for a very short time only.
GLOW PLUG PREHEATING FAILURE (Diesel versions)
The warning light will flash to indicate a failure in the glow plug preheating system.
In this case, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of engine oil pressure sensor failure.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of engine oil level sensor failure.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the case of failure of the Forward Collision Warning system.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
START & STOP EVO SYSTEM FAILURE
This symbol switches on to report a Stop & Start Evo system failure.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to have the failure eliminated.
RAIN SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the case of failure of the automatic windscreen wiper.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
DUSK SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the case of failure of the automatic low beam alignment.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
BLIND SPOT MONITORING SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol comes on in the event of a Blind Spot Monitoring system failure.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel level sensor failure.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.

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SymbolWhat it means
EXTERIOR LIGHTS FAILURE
The symbol switches on to indicate a failure on the following lights: daytime running lights (DRLs) / parking lights / trailer
direction indicators (if present) / trailer lights (if present) / side lights / direction indicators / rear fog light / reversing light / brakelights / number plate lights.
The failure may be caused by a blown bulb, a blown protection fuse or an interruption of the electrical connection.
Replace the bulb or the relevant fuse. Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
KEYLESS START SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of Keyless Start system failure.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel cut-off system failure.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM (LDW) FAILURE
The symbol comes on also in the case of a fault to the Lane Departure Warning system.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS FAILURE(where provided)
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the automatic main beam headlights.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to have the failure eliminated.
WATER IN DIESEL FILTER (Diesel versions)
The symbol switches on constantly when driving, along to indicate the presence of water in the diesel filter.

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IMPORTANT17) The presence of water in the fuel system circuit may cause severe damage to the injection system and irregular engine operation. If thesymbol is displayed contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to bleed the system. If the above indications come on immediately
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What it means
DPF CLEANING (particulate trap) in progress (diesel versions with DPF only)
The symbol comes on when the ignition device is brought to ON, but it should switch off after a few seconds.
The symbol switches on constantly to indicate that the DPF system needs to eliminate the trapped pollutants (particulate)
through the regeneration process.
The symbol does not switch on during every DPF regeneration, but only when driving conditions require that the driver is notified.
To turn off the symbol, keep the vehicle in motion until the regeneration process is over. On average, the process lasts
15 minutes. Optimal conditions for completing the process are achieved by travelling at 37 mph (60 km/h) with engine speed
above 2000 rpm.
When this symbol switches on, it does not indicate a fault and thus it should not be taken to a workshop.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID OVERHEATINGThe symbol switches on in the case of transmission overheating, after a particularly demanding use. In this case an engine
performance limitation is carried out.
Wait for the symbol to disappear with the engine off or idling.
TRAILER LIGHT CONTROL UNIT FAILURE
The symbol turns on to warn of failure in the control unit that manages the trailer lights.
Check that the trailer light is correctly connected to the socket. If the fault persists the next time you start the engine, contact
the Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to have the system checked.
AUDIO SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the audio system.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to have the failure eliminated.
SPEED LIMITER SYSTEM FAILURE
While driving, the symbol switches on to signal a Speed Limiter system failure.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to have the failure eliminated.
INSUFFICIENT ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL
If the symbol switches on, it indicates a low engine coolant level condition.
Top up, as described in the "Servicing and Care" chapter
FUEL TANK PLUG
Lights up if the fuel tank cap is open or not properly closed.
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SymbolWhat it means
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
The switching on of the symbol and the message on the display signal a failure in the electric parking brake system.
This failure may partially or completely block the car because the parking brake could remain activated even if automatically or
manually disengaged using the relevant controls. In these circumstances, you can disengage the parking brake following the
emergency disengagement procedure described in the "In an emergency" chapter.
If you are still able to drive the car (parking brake is not engaged), drive to the nearest Alfa Romeo Dealership and remember,when executing any manoeuvres/commands, that the electric parking brake is not operational.
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WARNING29) If a failure is present with sharp braking, the rear wheels may lock and the vehicle may swerve.

SymbolWhat it means
GENERIC INDICATION
Signals information and failures.
The accompanying messages describe the failure.
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE
This symbol switches on to report a four wheel drive system failure.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to have the failure eliminated.
AFS SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol appears to indicate the automatic directional light system failure.
Go to an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the system checked.
DYNAMIC DRIVE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURE
The switching on of the warning light signals a failure in the dynamic drive control system.
SOFT SUSPENSION CALIBRATION INSERTION (where provided)
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What it means
SHOCK ABSORBERS FAILURE (ADC)(where provided)
While driving, if the symbol switches on, it signals a failure in the suspension system.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the system checked.
TAILGATE ELECTRIC OPENING/CLOSING FAILURE
The symbol turns on to indicate a tailgate electric opening/closing system failure.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to have the failure eliminated.
ELECTRIC TOW HOOK FAILURE
The symbol turns on to indicate an electric towing hook extraction/closing system failure.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to have the failure eliminated.
WINDSCREEN WASHER LIQUID LEVEL
The symbol appears for some seconds to indicate that the level of the windscreen and headlight washing fluid (if any) is low.
Refill the liquid: to do this, please consult the "Level check" section in the "Service and care" chapter. Always use liquid with thefeatures indicated in the "Liquids and lubricants" section in the "Technical information" chapter.
ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURE
While driving, if the warning light switches on it signals a failure in the Adaptive Cruise Control system.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the system checked.
WEAR ON BRAKE PADS
Lights up when the brake pads have reached their wear limit.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
IMPORTANT Always use genuine parts or similar because the Integrated Brake System (IBS) could detect anomalies.
PARK SENSORS SYSTEM FAILURE
Lights up when the system has failed or is not available.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the system checked.
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
The symbol turns on when the outside temperature falls to or below 37 °F (3°C).
WINDSCREEN WIPER FAILURE
Signals a windscreen wiper failure.
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SymbolWhat it means
LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS (on 7" TFT display)
The warning light switches on when the dipped beam headlights are turned on.
AUTOMATIC DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS (on 7" TFT display)
The symbol lights up when the automatic dipped beam headlights are on.
START & STOP EVO OPERATION
The warning light comes on in the event of Start & Stop Evo system intervention (stopping the engine).
When the engine is restarted, the warning light switches off (for the engine restarting modes see the "Start & Stop Evo"paragraph in the "Starting and driving" chapter).
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM
The symbol comes on when the Cruise Control system is activated.
ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM
The symbol comes on when the Active Cruise Control system is activated.
HILL DESCENT CONTROL HDC SYSTEM
The symbol lights up when the HDC system intervenes.

Blue symbols
SymbolWhat it means
AUTOMATIC MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS (on 7" TFT display)
The symbol comes on when the automatic main beam headlights are activated.
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS (on 7" TFT display)
The symbol comes on when the main beam headlights are activated.

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ACTIVE SAFETY SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
DRIVING ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70
OCCUPANT PROTECTION SYSTEMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79
SEAT BELTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
SBA (Seat Belt Alert) SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81
PRE-TENSIONERS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
CHILD PROTECTION SYSTEMS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85
SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) - AIRBAG . . . . . .96

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ACTIVE SAFETY SYSTEMS
The vehicle may be equipped with thefollowing active safety devices:
ABS (Anti-Lock Brakes);
DTC (Drive Train Control);ESC (Electronic Stability Control);TC (Traction Control);PBA (Panic Brake Assist);
HSA (Hill Start Assist);
AST (Alfa™ Steering Torque);HDC (Hill Discent Control)
For the operation of the systems, see thefollowing pages.

ABS (Anti-lock Braking System)
This system, which is an integral part ofthe braking system, prevents one or more
wheels from locking and slipping in allroad surface conditions, irrespective of
the intensity of the braking action,
ensuring that the vehicle can becontrolled even during emergency
braking and optimising stopping
distances.
The system intervenes during braking
when the wheels are about to lock,typically in emergency braking or
low-grip conditions, when locking may be
more frequent.
The system also improves control andstability of the vehicle when braking on asurface where the grip of the left andright wheels varies, or on corners.

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The Electronic Braking Force Distribution(EBD) system completes the systemallowing the brake force to be distributed
between the front and rear wheels.

When the road and environmental
conditions require better traction, thevehicle automatically goes to AWD mode.

System intervention
The ABS equipped on this vehicle isprovided with the "Brake by wire"(Integrated Brake System - IBS) function.
With this system, the brake pedal
command given by pressing the brake
pedal is not transmitted hydraulically but
electronically, therefore, the light
pulsation that could be felt on the pedal
with the traditional system is no longer
perceptible.

The driving mode, RWD or AWD, is shownon the instrument panel display.

30) 31) 32) 33) 34) 35)

DTC (Drive Train Control) SYSTEM(where provided)
Some versions of this vehicle are
equipped with a four-wheel drive system(AWD), activated on request, which offers
an optimal drive for countless driving
conditions and road surfaces. The system
reduces the slipping of the tyres to aminimum, automatically redistributing
the torque to the front and rear wheels,
as needed.
To maximize fuel savings, the vehicle withAWD automatically passes to rearfour-wheel drive (RWD) when the roadand environmental conditions are suchthat they Alfawiki.nl
wouldn't cause the tyres to slip.

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IMPORTANT If the system failure symbol
switches on, after starting the engine orwhile driving, it means that the AWD
system is not working properly. If thewarning message activates frequently, it
is recommended to carry out themaintenance operations.
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ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
SYSTEM
The ESC system improves the directional
control and stability of the car in various
driving conditions.
The ESC system corrects the car’s
understeer and oversteer, distributing
the brake force on the appropriate
wheels. The torque supplied by theengine can also be reduced in order tomaintain control of the vehicle.
The ESC system uses sensors installedon the car to determine the trajectorythat the driver intends to follow andcompares it with the car’s effective
trajectory. When the real trajectory
deviates from the desired trajectory, theESC system intervenes to counter thevehicle’s understeer or oversteer.
Oversteer: occurs when the car isturning more than it should according to
the angle of the steering wheel.
Understeer: occurs when the vehicle isturning less than it should according to
the angle of the steering wheel.
System intervention
The intervention of the system isindicated by the flashing of the ESC
warning light on the instrument panel, toinform the driver that the vehicle
stability and grip are critical.
38) 39) 40) 41) 42)

TC (Traction Control) SYSTEM
The system automatically operates in theevent of slipping, loss of grip on wet
roads (aquaplaning) and acceleration onslippery, snowy or icy roads, etc. on one
or both drive wheels. Depending on theslipping conditions, two different control
systems are activated:
if the slipping involves both drive
wheels, the system intervenes, reducing
the power transmitted by the engine;
if the slipping only involves one of thedrive wheels, the BLD (Brake Limited
Differential) function is activated,
automatically braking the wheel which isslipping (the behaviour of a self-locking
differential is simulated). This will
increase the engine torque transferred to

the wheel which isn't slipping.
System intervention
The intervention of the system isindicated by the flashing of the ESC
warning light on the instrument panel, toinform the driver that the vehicle
stability and grip are critical.
43) 44) 45) 46) 47)

PBA (Panic Brake Assist) SYSTEMThe PBA system is designed to improvethe vehicle’s braking capacity during
emergency braking.
The system detects emergency braking
by monitoring the speed and force withwhich the brake pedal is pressed, andconsequently applies the optimal brakepressure. This can reduce the braking
distance: the PBA system therefore
complements the ABS.
Maximum assistance from the PBA
system is obtained by pressing the brake
pedal very quickly. In addition, the brake
pedal should be pressed continuously
during braking, avoiding intermittent
presses, to get the most out of thesystem. Do not reduce pressure on thebrake pedal until braking is no longer
necessary.
The PBA system is deactivated when thebrake pedal is released.
48) 49) 50)

HSA (Hill Start Assist) SYSTEM
This is an integral part of the ESC systemand facilitates starting on slopes,
activating automatically in the following
cases:
uphill: vehicle stationary on a roadwith a gradient higher than 5%, engine
running, brake pressed and transmissionin neutral or gear other than reverse
engaged;downhill: vehicle stationary on a roadwith a gradient higher than 5%, engine
running, brake pressed and reverse gear
engaged.
When setting off, the ESC system control
unit maintains the braking pressure on
the wheels until the engine torquenecessary for starting is reached, or inany case for a maximum of 2 seconds,
allowing your right foot to be moved
easily from the brake pedal to theaccelerator.
When two seconds have elapsed, without
starting, the system is automaticallydeactivated, gradually releasing thebraking pressure. During this releasestage it is possible to hear a typicalmechanical brake release noise,indicating the imminent movement of thecar.
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AST (Alfa™ Steering Torque) SYSTEM
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The AST function integrates the ESC
system with the electric power steering
to increase the safety level of the wholevehicle.
In critical situations (braking on surfaces
with different grip conditions), throughthe AST function, the ESC system
controls the steering to implement anadditional torque contribution on thesteering wheel, to suggest the mostcorrect manoeuvre to the driver.
The coordinated action of the brakes andsteering increases the sensation ofsafety and control of the vehicle.

HDC (Hill Descent Control) SYSTEM(where provided)
On vehicles equipped in this way, thisfunction is an integral part of the ESC
system and is aimed at keeping thevehicle at a constant speed during adescent, operating autonomously and indifferent ways on the brakes.
In this way the vehicle stability andcompletely safe driving are guaranteed,
above all in poor grip conditions andsteep descents.
The system has three different modes:
Off: the system is deactivated;
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conditions are met;
Active: the system actively controls
the vehicle speed.
Enabling the system
To enable the system, press the button
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The system is enabled if the following
condition is met:
the vehicle speed is below 22 mph(35 km/h);
System activation is indicated by thewhiteicon on the display
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Activation of the system
Once enabled, the HDC system will
activate automatically if the vehicle isdriven on a downhill slope with sufficient
gradient, greater than 10%.
The speed set for the HDC system can be
adjusted using the SET switch fig. 68 (inthe range from 4 mph (6 km/h) to 13 mph(25 km/h)). Once the desired speed has
been reached, release the SET switch andthe HDC system will maintain the set
speed.
It is also possible to reduce the set speedwith the brake pedal. The system will
acquire the current speed when the pedal
is released as the reference.

Cruise Control / Active Cruise Control
is activated.
37 mph (60 km/h) is exceeded.
System deactivation is shown by the iconon the display turning off.
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If the car speed exceeds 6 mph(10 km/h), but remains below 37 mph(60 km/h) and the accelerator pedal isreleased, as soon as the car gets close to
the set speed, the HDC system will braketo bring the car to the set speed.
The driver can cancel HDC systemintervention at any time by pressing theaccelerator pedal.
System deactivation
The HDC system is deactivated, but
remains available, if one of the following
conditions is met:
the car is on a downhill slope withinsufficient gradient, less than 10%, or alevel surface, or is going uphill;
P (Park) mode is engaged.
Disabling the system
The system is disabled if one of thefollowing conditions is met:
fig. 66 button pressed;30) For maximum efficiency of the braking
system, a bedding-in period of about 500 km(310 miles) is required: during this period it
is advisable to avoid sharp, repeated andprolonged braking.
31) If the ABS intervenes, this indicates thatthe grip of the tyres on the road is nearing its
limit: you must slow down to a speed
compatible with the available grip.
32) The ABS cannot overrule the naturallaws of physics, and cannot increase the grip
available according to the condition of theroad.
33) The ABS cannot prevent accidents,
including those due to excessive speed on
corners, driving on low-grip surfaces oraquaplaning.
34) The capability of the ABS must never betested irresponsibly and dangerously, insuch a way as to compromise personalsafety and the safety of others.
35) For the correct operation of the ABS, thetyres must of necessity be the same makeand type on all wheels, in perfect condition
and, above all, of the prescribed type anddimensions.
36) There may be a brief delay in shifting to
AWD mode after a tyre slipping event.

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appears, the driver must be aware of thedifferent driving reaction and therefore
reduce the speed. The symbol
warns thedriver not to drive in areas that require
four-wheel drive or on snow-covered roads.
38) The ESC system cannot alter the naturallaws of physics, and cannot increase grip,
which depends on the condition of the road.
39) The ESC system cannot prevent
accidents, including those due to excessive
speed on corners, driving on low-grip
surfaces or aquaplaning.
40) The capability of the ESC system mustnever be tested irresponsibly anddangerously, in such a way as to compromise
personal safety and the safety of others.
41) For the correct operation of the ESC
system, the tyres must necessarily be of thesame make and type on all wheels, in perfectcondition and, above all, of the prescribed
type and size.
42) ESC performance features must not
induce the driver to take unnecessary or
unwarranted risks. Your driving style must
always be suited to the road conditions,visibility and traffic. The driver is, in any
case, responsible for safe driving.
43) For the correct operation of the TC
system, the tyres must of necessity be thesame make and type on all wheels, in perfectcondition and, above all, of the prescribed
type and dimensions.
44) TC performance features must not
induce the driver to take unnecessary or
unwarranted risks. Your driving style must
always be suited to the road conditions,visibility and traffic. The driver is, in any
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45) The TC system cannot overrule thenatural laws of physics, and cannot increase
the grip available according to the conditionof the road.
46) The TC system cannot prevent
accidents, including those due to excessive
speed on corners, driving on low-grip
surfaces or aquaplaning.
47) The capability of the TC must never betested irresponsibly and dangerously, insuch a way as to compromise personalsafety and the safety of others.
48) The PBA system cannot overrule thenatural laws of physics, and cannot increase
the grip available according to the conditionof the road.
49) The PBA system cannot prevent
accidents, including those due to excessive
speed on corners, driving on low-grip
surfaces or aquaplaning.
50) The capability of the PBA system mustnever be tested irresponsibly anddangerously, in such a way as to compromise
the safety of the driver, the other occupantsof the vehicle or any other road user.
51) The HSA system is not a parking brake;
therefore, never leave the vehicle without
having engaged the electric parking brake,
turned the engine off and engaged first gear,so that it is parked in safe conditions (forfurther information read the "Parking"paragraph in the "Starting and driving"
chapter).
52) There may be situations on small
gradients (less than 8%), with vehicle laden,in which the Hill Start Assist system may not
activate, causing a slight reversing motion
and increasing the risk of collision withanother vehicle or object. The driver is, in any
case, responsible for safe driving.

7053) The AST system is an aid for driving anddoes not relieve the driver of responsibility
for driving the vehicle.
54) The performance of a vehicle with HDC
must never be tested in imprudent or
dangerous ways, with the possibility of
putting the safety of the driver or otherpeople at risk.

DRIVING ASSISTANCESYSTEMSThe vehicle can feature the following
driving assistance systems:
BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring);
FCW (Forward Collision Warning);
TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring
System).
For the operation of the systems, see thefollowing pages.

BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring) SYSTEM
The BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring) system
uses two radar sensors, located in therear bumper (one for each side - see
fig. 69 ), to detect the presence ofvehicles (vehicles, trucks, motorbikes,etc.) in the rear side blind spots of yourvehicle.

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The system warns the driver about thepresence of vehicles in the detection

area by lighting up, on the relevant side,
the warning light located on the door
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When the engine is started the warning
light turns on to signal the driver that thesystem is active.
Sensors
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The sensors are activated when any
forward gear is engaged at a speed
higher than about 6mph (10 km/h), or
when reverse is engaged.
The sensors are temporarily deactivatedwhen the vehicle is stationary and the P(Park) mode active.
The detection area of the system covers
about a lane on both sides of the vehicle(around 120 in (3 metres)).
This area begins from the door mirror andextends for about 240 in (6 metres)
towards the rear part of the vehicle.
When the sensors are active the systemmonitors the detection areas on bothsides of the vehicle and warns the driverabout the possible presence of vehicles
in these areas.
While driving the system monitors thedetection area from three different input
points (side, rear and front) to check
whether a signal needs to be sent to thedriver. The system can detect thepresence of a vehicle in one of thesethree areas.

IMPORTANT The system does not signal
the presence of fixed object (e.g. safetybarriers, poles, walls, etc.). However, insome circumstances, the system may
activate in the presence of these objects.
This is normal and does not indicate asystem malfunction.
IMPORTANT The system does not warn
the driver about the presence of vehicles
coming from the opposite direction, in
the adjacent lanes.
Important notes
If a trailer is hitched to the vehicle, thesystem automatically deactivates.
For the system to operate correctly, therear bumper area where the radar

sensors are located must stay free fromsnow, ice and dirt gathered from the roadsurface.
Do not cover the rear bumper area where
the radar sensors are located with any
object (e.g. adhesives, bike rack, etc.).
If, after purchasing the vehicle, you wish
to install the tow hook, you need todeactivate the system via the Connect
system. To access the function, on themain menu select the following items insequence: "Settings", "Safety" and "Blind
Spot Alert".
Rear view
The system detects vehicles coming fromthe rear part of your vehicle on both sides
and entering the rear detection area witha difference in speed of less than 30 mph(50 km/h) with respect to your vehicle.
Overtaking vehicles
If another vehicle is overtaken slowly(with a difference in speed of less thanabout 15 mph (25 km/h)) and this stays inthe blind spot for about 1.5 seconds, thewarning light on the door mirror of thecorresponding side lights up.
If the difference in speed between thetwo vehicles is greater than about
15 mph (25 km/h), the warning light does
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RCP (Rear Cross Path detection) system
This system helps the driver during
reverse manoeuvres in the case of
reduced visibility.
The RCP system monitors the reardetection areas on both sides of thevehicle, to detect objects moving
towards the sides of the vehicle at aminimum speed between about 0.6 mph(1 km/h) and 2 mph (3 km/h) and objects
moving at a maximum speed of 22 mph(35 km/h), as generally happens inparking areas.
The system activation is signalled to thedriver by means of a visual and acoustic
warning.

IMPORTANT If the sensors are coveredby objects or vehicles, the system will not
warn the driver.
Operating mode
The system may be activated/deactivated via the Connect system. To
access the function, on the main menu
select the following items in sequence:"Settings", "Safety" and "Blind Spot
Alert".
"Blind spot alert", "Visual" mode
When the system is enabled, a visual
warning is sent to the door mirror on theside of the detected object.
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indicators, thus indicating the intention
to change lane.
The warning will be fixed if the driver
stays on the same lane.
"Blind spot alert" function deactivation
When the system is deactivated ("Blind
Spot Alert" mode at "OFF"), the BSM or
RCP systems will not emit neither
acoustic warnings.
The BSM system will store the operating
mode running when the engine wasstopped. Each time the engine is started,
the operating mode stored previously will
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FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW)SYSTEM55) 56) 57) 58) 59)
18) 19) 20) 21) 22) 23) 24) 25) 26)

This is a driving assistance systemcomposed of a radar located behind thefront bumper fig. 71 and a camera
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In the event of an imminent collision thesystem intervenes by automaticallybraking the car to prevent the impact orreduce its effects.
The system provides the driver withacoustic and visual signals throughspecific messages on the instrument
panel display.
The system may lightly brake to warn thedriver if a possible frontal accident isdetected (limited braking). Signals andlimited braking are intended to allow thedriver to react promptly, in order toprevent or reduce the effects of apotential accident.
In situations with the risk of collision, if
the system detects no intervention by
the driver, it provides automatic braking
to help slow the car and mitigate thepotential frontal accident (automaticbraking). If intervention by the driver on
the brake pedal is detected but notdeemed sufficient, the system mayintervene in order to improve thereaction of the braking system, therefore
reducing car speed further (additional
assistance in braking stage).
The system will intervene automaticallyin case of imminent collision or impact
against a pedestrian crossing the road(speed under 30 mph (50 km/h)).

IMPORTANT For safety reasons, when
the car has stopped, the brake callipers
may remain blocked for about 2 seconds.
Make sure you press the brake pedal if
the car moves slightly forwards.
On/off
The Forward Collision Warning system
can be deactivated (and then reactivated)
via the Connect system. To access thefunction, on the main menu select thefollowing items in sequence: "Settings","Safety", "Forward Collision Warning" and"Status".
The system can be turned off even with
the ignition device ON.

IMPORTANT The system status can bechanged with car at a standstill only.
Activation/deactivation
The Forward Collision Warning system is
activated whenever the engine is started
regardless of the Connect systemsetting.
After deactivation, the system will not
warn the driver about a possible collision
with the vehicle ahead, regardless of thesetting selected with the Connect
system.

IMPORTANT Each time the engine isstarted, the system is activatedregardless of where was when it waspreviously switched off.
This function is not active at a speed
lower than 4 mph (7 km/h) or higher than
125 mph (200 km/h).
The system is active when:each time the engine is started;is active (ON) in the Connect system;
the ignition device is at ON;
the car speed is between 4 and125 mph (7 and 200 km/h);
the front seat belts
are fastened;
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Changing the system sensitivity
The sensitivity of the system can bechanged through the Connect systemmenu, choosing from one of the following
three options: "Near", "Med" or "Far". See
the description in the Connect system
supplement for how to change thesettings.
The default option is "Med". With thissetting, the system warns the driver of a
possible accident with the vehicle in front
when that vehicle is at a standard
distance, between that of the other two
settings.
With the system sensitivity set to "Far",
the system will warn the driver of a
possible accident with the vehicle in front
when that vehicle is at a greater distance,thus providing the possibility of acting on
the brakes more lightly and gradually.
This setting provides the drivers with the
maximum possible reaction time toprevent a potential accident.
With the option set to "Near", the system
will warn the driver of a possible accident
with the vehicle in front when that vehicle
is close. This setting offers the driver alower reaction time compared to the"Med" and "Far" settings, in the event of apotential accident, but permits more
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The system sensitivity setting is kept in
the memory when the engine is switched
off.
System limited operation warning
If the dedicated message is displayed, acondition limiting the system operation
may have occurred. The possible reasonsof this limitation are something blocking
the camera view or a fault.
In this condition it will still be possible todrive the car normally, but automaticbraking will not be available in the eventof an impending collision.
If an obstruction is signalled, clean thearea of the windscreen shown in fig. 72.
When the conditions limiting the system
functions end, this will go back to normal
and complete operation. Should the fault
persist, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
System failure warning
If the system switches off and a
dedicated message is shown on thedisplay, it means that there is a failure on
the system.
In this case, it is still possible to drive thecar, but you are advised to contact an
Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as
possible.

Radar warning not available
If conditions are such that the radarcannot detect obstacles correctly, thesystem is deactivated and a dedicatedmessage appears on the display. This
generally occurs in the event of poor
visibility, such as when it is snowing or
raining heavily.
The system can also be temporarily
dimmed due to obstructions such as mud,dirt or ice on the bumper. In such cases, a
dedicated message will be shown on thedisplay and the system will bedeactivated. This message cansometimes appear in conditions of highreflectivity (e.g. tunnels with reflective
tiles or ice or snow). When the conditions
limiting the system functions end, thiswill go back to normal and complete
operation.
In certain particular cases, this dedicatedmessage could be displayed when theradar is not detecting any vehicles orobjects within its view range.
If atmospheric conditions are not the realreason behind this message, check if thesensor is dirty. It may be necessary toclean or remove any obstructions in thearea shown in fig. 71.
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contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership for asensor alignment check.
In the absence of visible obstructions,cleaning the radar surface, by manually
removing the decorative cover trim,
could be required. Have this operation
performed at an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

IMPORTANT It is recommended that you
do not install devices, accessories oraerodynamic attachments in front of thesensor or darken it in any way, as this cancompromise the correct functioning of
the system.
Frontal collision alarm with active
braking(where provided)
If this function is selected, the brakes areoperated to reduce the speed of the carin the event of potential frontal impact.
This function applies an additional
braking pressure if the braking pressure
applied by the driver does not suffice toprevent potential frontal impact.
The function is active with speed above
4 mph (7 km/h).
Driving in special conditions
In certain driving conditions, such as, forexample:driving close to a bend;
the vehicle ahead is leaving aroundabout;vehicles with small dimensions and/or
not aligned in the driving lane;
lane change by other vehicles;
vehicles travelling at right angles tothe vehicle.
system intervention might be
unexpected or delayed. The driver must
therefore be very careful, keeping
control of the car to drive in complete
safety.

The vehicle ahead is leaving aroundabout.
On a roundabout, the system could
intervene when it detects a vehicle aheadthat is leaving the roundabout fig. 74.

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IMPORTANT In particularly complex
traffic conditions, the driver candeactivate the system manually throughthe Connect system.
Driving close to a bend
When entering or leaving a wide bend, thesystem may detect a vehicle that is in
front of you, but that is not driving in thesame lane fig. 73. In cases such as these,
the system may intervene.

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Lane change by other vehicles
Vehicles suddenly changing lane to enter
the same lane as your car within theoperating range of the radar sensor, maycause the system to intervene fig. 76.

Vehicles with small dimensions and/or
not aligned in the driving lane
The system cannot detect vehicles infront of the car if they are outside therange of the radar sensor or may notreact to small vehicles, such as bicycles
or motorcycles fig. 75.

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regarded as faults.
The system has been designed forroad use only. If the vehicle is driven on a
track, the system must be deactivated to
avoid unnecessary warnings. Automatic
deactivation is signalled by the dedicatedwarning light/symbol switching on in the
instrument panel (see the instructions in
the "Warning lights and messages"
paragraph, "Knowing the instrument
panel" chapter).
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Important notes
The system has not been designed toprevent impacts and cannot detect
possible conditions leading to an
accident in advance. Failure to take into
account this warning may lead to serious
or fatal injuries.
The system may be activated,assessing the trajectory of the car, incase of reflecting metal objects different
from other cars, such as safety barriers,
road signs, barriers before parking lots,
tollgates, level crossings, gates, railways,
objects near road constructions sites orhigher than the car (e.g. a flyover). In thesame way, the system may intervene
inside multi-storey car parks or tunnels,or due to a glare on the road surface.
These possible activations are aconsequence of the real driving scenario
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TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring
System)60) 61) 62) 63) 64) 65) 66)
27)

The car is equipped with Tyre Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS), which canadvise the driver in the event of
insufficient tyre pressure on the basis of
the pressure when cold indicated in the"Technical specifications" chapter.
The system consists of a radio-frequency
transmitter sensor fitted to each wheel(on the rim inside the tyre), which cansend information on the inflationpressure of each tyre to the control unit
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The inflation pressure varies, dependingon the temperature, of about 0.07 bar
every 6.5°C. This means that a decreaseof the external temperature corresponds
to a decrease of the tyre pressure.
Always adjust the tyre inflation pressure
when cold. This is defined as the tyrepressure after at least 3 hours of car
inactivity or travel of less than 1.6 km
after the 3 hour interval.
The cold tyre inflation pressure must notexceed the maximum pressure indicatedon the shoulder of the tyre: for further
details see the instructions in the "Rimsand tyres" paragraph, in the "Technical
data" chapter.
Tyre pressure increases when the car isdriven. This is normal, and no adjustmentof the pressure is required.
The TPMS signals the driver a possible
insufficient pressure if this falls below

the warning limit for any reason, including
the effects of low temperature andnormal loss of pressure from the tyre.
The TPMS will stop indicating insufficienttyre pressure when it is equal to or
greater than the prescribed cold inflationpressure. Therefore, if insufficient tyrewarning lightpressure is indicated (on instrument panel on), increase theinflation pressure up to the prescribed
cold inflation value.
The system automatically updates andswitches off each time
warning lightthe system receives the updated
inflation pressures. The car might need tobe driven at a speed higher than about
25 km/h up to 20 minutes for the TPMS
to receive this information.
Operating example
Supposing that the prescribed cold
inflation pressure (i.e. car stationary forat least 3 hours) is 2.3 bar, if the ambient
temperature is 20°C and the detected
tyre pressure is 1.95 bar, a temperature
reduction of −7°C results in a decrease intyre pressure, bringing it toapproximately 1.65 bar. This pressure issufficiently low to activate thewarning light.
Heating of tyres due to driving thevehicle may increase tyre pressure up to
approximately 1.95 bar, but thewarning light will stay on. In thissituation, the warning light will switch off
only after the tyres are inflated to theprescribed cold pressure value for thecar.

IMPORTANT The TPMS is designed fororiginal tyres and wheels. The prescribedpressures and consequent alarm
thresholds set in the TPMS are based on
the dimensions of the tyres fitted on thecar. Using spare wheels of a size, type
and/or design different from the originalones may cause an irregular operation of
the system and damage the sensors.
Aftermarket fitted wheels may damage
the sensors. Using aftermarket tyresealants may damage the Tyre Pressure
Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor. If
aftermarket tyre sealant is used it isrecommended to go to an Alfa Romeo
Dealership to have the sensors checked.
After checking or adjusting the tyre
inflation pressure, always refit the valve
cap to prevent humidity and dirt fromentering, these may damage the Tyre
Pressure Monitoring System sensor.
LOW TYRE PRESSURE WARNING
If an insufficient pressure value isdetected on one or more tyres, thewarning light on the instrument panel
switches on and the dedicated messages
are shown on the display. The system also
highlights the tyre or
tyres with
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insufficient pressure graphically. An
acoustic warning is also emitted.
In this case, stop the car, check the
inflation pressure of each tyre and inflatethem to the correct cold inflationpressure value, shown on the display or in
the dedicated TPMS menu.
TPMS TEMPORARILY DISABLED
TPMS check message
If a system failure is present, thewarning light flashes for about
75 seconds and then stays on solid. An
acoustic warning is also emitted.
A dedicated message and dashes "– –"instead of the pressure value are shownon the display, to indicate that detection
is impossible.
When the ignition device is set to STOP
and then back to ON, the warning
sequence repeats provided that the
failure is still resent.
warning light switches off whenThe
the failure condition disappears and thepressure value is displayed again in placeof the dashes.
A fault in the system could occur in thefollowing cases:
intense radio-frequency interference
may prevent the correct operation of the
TPMS. This condition will be indicated bya dedicated message on the display. The
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soon as the radio-frequency interferenceceases to affect the system;
aftermarket application of coloured
films on the windows that interfere withthe radio waves emitted by the TPMS;
accumulation of layers of snow or ice
on the wheels or the wheel arches;using snow chains;use of rim/tyre assemblies without
sensors for TPMS;
After the punctured tyre has been
repaired with the original tyre sealantcontained in the TireKit, the previous
condition must be restored, so that thewarning light is off during normal
driving.
Deactivating TPMS messages(for markets where provided)
When replacing the standard wheels withothers that do not have TPMS sensors(for example when substituting the
rim/tyre assembly for the winter season)and depending on the country of sale, themessages only can be disabled
automatically at the next start-up after
the fault.
The TPMS will emit an acoustic warning,warning light will flash for about
the
75 seconds, then it will stay on
continuously and the instrument panel
will display the "TPMS check" message
with dashes (– –) instead of the pressure
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From the following ignition cycle, theTPMS will not emit any acoustic warningand the display will not show themessage "TPMS check", but the dashes
will be still displayed instead of thepressure value.
The system will only resume normal
operation when all the pressure sensors
have been detected again.

IMPORTANT If wheels without pressure
sensors (e.g. wheels with winter tyres)have been installed on the vehicle and thestandard wheels (with sensors) arestored close the vehicle, the system
could detect the pressures of the latterand consequently display the fault cycle
again once its has left the sensitive area.
WARNING55) The system is an aid for vehicle driving,it DOES NOT warn the driver about incoming
vehicles outside of the detection areas. The
driver must always maintain a sufficientlevel of attention to the traffic and roadconditions and for controlling the trajectoryof the vehicle.
56) The system is an aid for the driver, whomust always pay full attention while driving.
The responsibility always rests with thedriver, who must take into account thetraffic conditions in order to drive incomplete safety. The driver must always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle infront.

Alfawiki.nl57) If the driver depresses the brake pedal
fully or carries out a fast steering duringsystem operation, the automatic braking
function may stop (e.g. to allow a possible
manoeuvre to avoid the obstacle).
58) The system intervenes on vehicles
travelling in the same lane. People, animals
and things (e.g. pushchairs) are not taken
into consideration.
59) If the car must be placed on a roller
bench for maintenance interventions or if it
is washed in an automatic roller washingtunnel with an obstacle in the front part (e.g.
another car, a wall or another obstacle), thesystem may detect its presence andactivate. In this case the system must be
deactivated through the settings of theConnect system.
60) The presence of the TPMS does not
permit the driver to neglect regular checksof the tyre pressure, including for the sparetyre, and correct maintenance: the system is
not used to signalling a possible tyre fault.
61) Tyre pressure must be checked withtyres rested and cold. Should it become
necessary for whatever reason to checkpressure with warm tyres, do not reducepressure even though it is higher than theprescribed value. Repeat the check when thetyres are cold.
62) Should one or more wheels be fitted
without sensors, the system will no longer beavailable and a warning message will beshown on the display, until wheels withsensors are fitted again.
63) The TPMS cannot indicate sudden tyrepressure drops (e.g. if a tyre bursts). In thiscase, stop the vehicle, braking with caution
and avoiding abrupt steering.

64) Changes in outside temperature may
cause tyre pressures to vary. The system
may temporarily indicate insufficientpressure. In this case, check the tyrepressure when cold and, if necessary,
restore the inflation values.
65) Replacing standard tyres with wintertyres and vice versa requires TPMS system
adjustment that must only be performed by
Alfa Romeo Dealerships.
66) When a tyre is removed, it is advisable
to replace the rubber valve seal as well:contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership. The
fitting/removal of the tyres and/or rims
require special care. To avoid damaging or
fitting the sensors incorrectly, tyre and/or
rim fitting/removal operations should only
be carried out by specialised staff. Contact
an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

IMPORTANT18) The system may have limited or absent
operation due to weather conditions such as:
heavy rain, hail, thick fog, heavy snow.
19) The section of the bumper before thesensor must not be covered with adhesives,
auxiliary headlights or any other object.
20) System intervention might be
unexpected or delayed when other vehicles
transport loads projecting from the side,
above or from the rear, with respect to thenormal size of the vehicle.
21) Operation can be adversely affected byany structural change made to the vehicle,
such as a modification to the front geometry,tyre change, or a heavier load than thestandard load of the vehicle.

22) Incorrect repairs made on the front partof the vehicle (e.g. bumper, chassis) may alter
the position of the radar sensor, andadversely affect its operation. Go to an Alfa
Romeo Dealership for any operation of thistype.
23) Do not tamper with nor carry out any
intervention on the radar sensor or on thecamera on the windscreen. In the event of asensor failure, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
24) Do not wash with high-pressure jets inthe bumper lower area: in particular do not
operate on the system's electrical connector.
25) Be careful in the case of repairs and new
paintings in the area around the sensor(panel covering the sensor on the left side of
the bumper). In the event of a frontal impact
the sensor may automatically deactivateand display a warning to indicate that thesensor needs to be repaired. Even without amalfunction warning, deactivate the system
operation if you think that the position of theradar sensor has changed (e.g. due tolow-speed frontal impact as during parking
manoeuvres). In these cases, go to an Alfa
Romeo Dealership to have the radar sensor
realigned or replaced.
26) When towing a trailer, a vehicle or duringloading manoeuvres on a vehicle transporter(or in vehicle for transport), the system must
be deactivated via the Connect system.
27) The Tire Repair Kit, provided with thevehicle, is compatible with the TPMS
sensors. Using sealants different from thatin the original kit may compromise its
operation. If sealants not equivalent with theoriginal ones are used, it is recommended tohave the TPMS sensor operation checked bya qualified repair centre.

OCCUPANT PROTECTIONSYSTEMSThe following protection systems areamong the vehicle’s most importantsafety equipment:seat belts;
SBA (Seat Belt Alert) system;
head restraints;
child restraint systems;
Front airbags and side bags.
Read the information given the following
pages with the utmost care. It is offundamental importance that theprotection systems are used in thecorrect way to guarantee the maximum
possible safety level for the driver andthe passengers.
For the description of the head restraint
adjustment see the "Head restraints"
paragraph in the "Knowing your vehicle"
chapter.

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SEAT BELTS
All the seat belts have three anchor
points and a retractor.
The retractor mechanism operates
locking the belt in the event of sharp
braking or strong deceleration due to an
impact. This allows the belt strap to slide
freely and to adapt to the body of theoccupant. In the event of an accident, thebelt will lock reducing the risk of impact
inside the passenger compartment andof being projected outside the vehicle.
The driver is responsible for respecting,and ensuring that all the other occupantsof the vehicle also respect, the local laws
in force in relation to the use of the seatbelts.
Always fasten the seat belts before
setting off.

USING THE SEAT BELTS
The seat belt should be worn keeping thechest straight and rested against thebackrest.
To fasten the seat belts, hold the tongue
1 fig. 79 and insert it into the buckle 2,
until it clicks into place.

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On removal of the belt, if it jams, let it
rewind for a short stretch, then pull it out
again without jerking.
To unfasten the seat belts, press button
3 and guide the seat belt with your hand
while it is rewinding, to prevent it fromtwisting.
67)

The retractor may lock when the vehicle
is parked on a steep slope: this isperfectly normal. Furthermore, the reelmechanism locks the belt if it is pulled
sharply or in the event of sudden braking,collisions and high-speed bends.
Wear the rear seat belts as shown infig. 80 and fig. 81.

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68)

ADJUSTING THE SEAT BELT HEIGHT
Four different adjustments in height are
possible.
To adjust the window height, from the top
downwards, press the button 4
fig. 82 and slide the handle downwards.
The height adjuster moves upwards even
without pressing the button.

Always adjust the height of the seat belts
to fit the person wearing it: thisprecaution could greatly reduce the riskof injury in the event of collision.
Correct adjustment is obtained when thebelt passes approximately half way
between the shoulder and the neck.

70) After height adjustment, always checkthat the cursor to which the ring is fastened
is locked in one of the preset positions. To dothis, with the adjustment button released,exert further pressure downwards to allow
the locking device to click if the grip has notbeen released in one of the possible
positions.

SBA (Seat Belt Alert) SYSTEMThe SBA system warns the passengers in
the front and rear (where provided) seats
if their seat belt is not fastened.
The system signals unfastened seat belts
with visual warnings (warning lights on in
the instrument panel and icons on thedisplay) and an acoustic signal (see thefollowing paragraphs).
NOTE Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealershipto deactivate the acoustic warning. The
acoustic warning can be reactivated at
any time through the Connect system.

FRONT SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT
BEHAVIOUR
82

When the ignition key is turned to ON, the(see fig. 83 ) lights up for
warning lighta few seconds, regardless of the statusof the front seat belts.
With vehicle at a standstill, if the driverside seat belt or the passenger side seatbelt (with occupant seated) is
unfastened, the warning light stays on
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69) 70)WARNING67) Never press button 3 when travelling.
68) Remember that, in the event of an
accident, the rear seat passengers notwearing seat belts are exposed to a very
serious risk and also represent a serious
danger for the front seat occupants.
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REAR SEAT BELT ICON BEHAVIOUR

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As soon as the threshold of 5 mph(8 km/h) is exceeded for a few seconds(variable according to the vehicle
conditions) with driver or passenger side(with passenger seated) seat belts
unfastened, an acoustic warning is
activated together with the flashing of
warning light for approximately
the105 seconds.
When this cycle of warnings is activatedit will stay on for its entire length(regardless of the vehicle speed) or until
the seat belts are fastened again.
When the reverse is engaged, during thecycle of warnings, the acoustic signal iswarning lightdeactivated and theturns on constantly. The cycle ofwarnings will be reactivated as soon as
speed exceeds 5 mph (8 km/h) again.

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The icons are shown on the display(fig. 84 ) after a few seconds after theignition device is turned to ON anddisappear after approximately
30 seconds.
After a door closes, or following a change
in belt fastening status, the icons areshown again for approximately
30 seconds before disappearing.
The icons shown on the display indicate:
1 - rear left seat belt;
2 - rear central seat belt;
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The icons are displayed according to thecorresponding seat belts in the rearseats, and stay on for about 30 seconds
from the last seat belt status change:
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if the seatbelt is fastened thecorresponding icon will be green;
if the seat belt is unfastened thecorresponding icon will be red.
If a rear seat belt is unfastened, an
acoustic warning (3 "beeps") will be
activated along with the relevant icon
lighting up in the display.
Furthermore the icons will light up again
for 30 seconds each time one of the reardoors is closed.
The visual indication (flashing red) will
start and stop independently for eachwarning light if several seat belts areunfastened.
The icon will turn green after thecorresponding seat belt has been
fastened.
The rear seat icons will go out, regardlessof the state of the belt (red icon or greenicon), approximately 30 seconds after
the last signal.
IMPORTANT NOTESAs far as the rear seats are concerned,
the SBR system will only indicate
whether the seat belts are unfastened(red icon) or fastened (green icon), notthe presence of any passengers.
The warning lights/icons all stay off if allseat belts (front and rear) are fastenedwhen the ignition device is set to ON.
For the rear seats, the icons will activate
a few seconds after the ignition device

has been turned to ON, regardless of thestatus of the seat belts (even if the seatbelts are all fastened).
All the warning lights/icons will come onwhen at least one belt changes fromfastened to unfastened status or viceversa.

PRE-TENSIONERSThe car is equipped with front and rearlateral seat belt pretensioners, which
draw back the seat belts by several
centimetres in the event of a strong
frontal impact. This guarantees theperfect adherence of the seat belts tothe occupant's bodies before theretention action begins.
It is evident that the pretensioners havebeen activated when the belt withdraws
toward the retractor.
This car is also equipped with a second
pretensioner on the front seat belts(fitted in the kick plate area). Its
activation is signalled by the shorteningof the metal cable.
A slight discharge of smoke may be
produced during the activation of thepretensioner which is not harmful anddoes not involve any fire hazard.
The pretensioner does not require any
maintenance or lubrication: any changes
to its original conditions will invalidate its
efficiency.
If, due to unusual natural events (floods,
sea storms, etc.), the device has been
affected by water and/or mud, contact an
Alfa Romeo Dealership to have it
replaced.

IMPORTANT To obtain the highest
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degree of protection
from the action of

the pretensioner, wear the seat belt tightto the torso and pelvis.
LOAD LIMITERS
71)
28)

To increase safety in the event of an
accident, the front and rear lateral seatbelt retractors contain a load limiter
which controls the force acting on thechest and shoulders during the belt
restraining action in the event of ahead-on collision.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USINGTHE SEAT BELTS
72) 73) 74)

Respect and ensure that all the otheroccupants of the vehicle comply with thelocal laws in force regarding the use ofseat belts. Always fasten the seat belts
before setting off.
Seat belts must also be worn by pregnant
women: the risk of injury in the event ofan accident is reduced for them and theunborn child if they are wearing a seatbelt.
Pregnant women must position the lower
part of the belt very low down so that it
passes over the pelvis and under theabdomen fig. 85. While pregnancy
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steering wheel must be easy to access).
The maximum clearance should be kept
between the abdomen and the steering
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The seat belt must not be twisted. The
upper part must pass over the shoulder
and cross the chest diagonally. The lower
part must adhere to the pelvis fig. 86, notto the abdomen of the occupant. Neveruse devices (clips, clamps, etc.) that holdthe seat belt away from your body.

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Each seat belt must be used by only one
person. Never travel with a child sitting
on the passenger's lap and a single belt toprotect them both fig. 87. In general, do
not place any objects between the person
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SEAT BELTS MAINTENANCE
For keeping the seat belts in efficientconditions, carefully observe thefollowing warnings:
always use the seat belt wellstretched and never twisted; make surethat it is free to run without obstructions;check seat belt operation as follows:
attach the seat belt and pull it hard;
replace the belt after an accident of acertain severity even if it does not appear
to be damaged. Always replace the seatbelt if the pretensioners were deployed;
prevent the retractors from getting
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guaranteed if water does not get inside;
replace the seat belt when it shows
wear or cuts.

WARNING71) The pretensioner may be used only once.
After its activation, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership to have it replaced.
72) Removing or otherwise tampering withpretensioner and seat belt components isstrictly prohibited. Any intervention on thesecomponents must be performed by qualified
and authorised technicians. Always contact
an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
73) For maximum safety, keep the backrest
upright, lean back into it and make sure theseat belt fits closely across your chest andpelvis. Always fasten the seat belts for boththe front and rear seats! Travelling withoutwearing seat belts will increase the risk ofserious injury and even death in the event ofan accident.
74) If the belt has been subjected to highlevels of stress, for example after an
accident, it should be changed completely
together with the attachments, attachment
fixing screws and the pretensioner. In fact,even if the belt has no visible defects, it may
have lost its resilience.

CHILD PROTECTION SYSTEMSIMPORTANTCARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY75) 76) 77) 78)

28) Operations which lead to impacts,
vibrations or localised heating (over 100°C
for a maximum of six hours) in the areaaround the pretensioner may cause damage
or make it deploy. Contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership should intervention be necessaryon these components.

For optimal protection in the event of an
impact, all occupants must be seated andwearing adequate restraint systems,
including newborn and other children!
This prescription is compulsory in all EC
countries according to EC Directive
2003/20/EC.
Children below the height of 59 in(1.50 metres) and up to 12 years must be
protected with suitable restraint
systems and be seated on the rear seats.
Statistics on accidents indicate that therear seats offer greater safety forchildren.
Compared with an adult, a child's head islarger and heavier in proportion to theirbody and the child's muscular and bone
structures are not fully developed.
Therefore, correct restraint systems
other than adult seat belts are necessary,
to reduce as much as possible the risk of
injuries in the event of an accident,
braking or sudden manoeuvre.
Children must be seated safely andcomfortably. Depending on thecharacteristics of the child restraint
systems used, you are advised to keep
children in rearward facing child restraint
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until 3-4 years old), since this is the mostprotected position in the event of an
impact.
The choice of the most suitable child
restraint system depends on the weightand size of the child. There are various
types of child restraint systems, which
can be secured to the vehicle by means of
the seat belts or with the ISOFIX/i-Sizeanchorages.
It is recommended to always choose therestraint system most suitable for thechild; for this reason always refer to the
Owner Handbook provided with the child
restraint system, to be sure that it is of
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In Europe the characteristics of child
restraint systems are ruled by theregulation ECE-R44, dividing them into
five weight groups:
Group

Weight groups

Group 0

up to 22 lb (10 kg)
in weight

Group 0+

up to 29 lb (13 kg)
in weight

Group 122 - 40 lb(9 - 18 kg)Group 233 - 55 lb(15 - 25 kg)Group 348 - 80 lb(22 - 36 kg)

The ECE-R44 standard was recently
paired with the ECE R-129 regulation,
which defines the characteristics of the
new i-Size child restraint systems (seethe "Suitability of passenger seats for
i-Size child restraint system use"paragraph for more information).
All restraint devices must bear thecertification data, together with thecontrol mark, on a label solidly fixed tothe child restraint system which mustnever be removed.
Lineaccessori includes child restraint
systems for each weight group. These
devices are recommended having been
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FITTING A CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM
WITH SEAT BELTS
The Universal child restraint systems
installed with the seat belts only are
type-approved on the basis of the ECE
R44 standard and are divided into
various weight groups.
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The child restraint system is secured by
the vehicle seat belts, as shown infig. 88 and it must restrain the child inturn with its own belts.
Group 1Children weighing from 20 to 40 lb (9 to
18 kg) may be transported in forwardfacing child restraint systems fig. 89.

IMPORTANT The figures are indicativeand provided for assembly purposes
only. Fit the child restraint system
according to the instructions, which must
be included.
Group 0 and 0+
Babies up to 29 lb (13 kg) must be
carried with a rear facing child restraint
system of a type as shown infig. 88 which, supporting the head, does
not induce stress on the neck in the eventof sudden decelerations.

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Children from 33 to 55 lb (15 to 25 kg)
may be restrained directly by the car seatbelts fig. 90.

90Group 3For children between 48 lb (22kg) and
80 lb (36kg), there are dedicatedrestraint systems that allow the seat belt
to be worn correctly.
The fig. 91 shows the correct childpositioning on the rear seat.

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In this case, the child restraint system isused to position the child correctly withrespect to the seat belts so that the
diagonal belt section crosses the child’s
chest and not the neck, and the lower partis snug on the pelvis not the abdomen.

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PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON UNIVERSAL CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM USE
According to the European Directive 2000/3/EC the suitability of each passenger seat position for the fixing of universal child
restraint systems is shown in the following table:
Positioning the “Universal” child restraint system
Front passenger
Group

Weight groups

Rear passengers

Passenger airbags
onPassenger airbags
off

Rear central passenger

Rear sidepassengers

Group 0

up to 22 lb (10 kg)

X

U

U

U

Group 0+

up to 28.7 lb (13
kg)

X

U

U

U

Group 120 - 39.7 lb (9 18 kg)

X

U

U

U

Group 233 - 55 lb (15 - 25
kg)

U

U

U

U

Group 348.5 - 79.4 lb (22 36 kg)

U

U

U

U

X = Restraint system not suitable for children in this weight category.
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INSTALLING AN ISOFIX CHILD CARSEAT83) 84) 85) 86) 87)

The rear side seats of the vehicle are
equipped with ISOFIX attachments, forfitting child restraint systems quickly,
simply and safely.
The ISOFIX system lets you install the
ISOFIX child restraining system without
using the car seat belts but connecting
them directly to the carseat with threeanchors in the car.
Traditional child restraint systems can be
fitted alongside ISOFIX child restraint
systems on different seats in the samevehicle.
To install an ISOFIX child restraint
system, attach it to the two metal
anchors fig. 92. They can be reached bylifting the flaps 2 located behind the rearseat cushion, at the point where it meetsthe backrest. Then fix the upper hook(available with the child restraint system)to the dedicated "top tether" anchor
fig. 93 located behind the seat backrest.

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NOTE When a Universal ISOFIX child
restraint system is used, only ECE R44"ISOFIX Universal” (R44/03 or further
upgrades), type-approved child restraint
systems can be used (see fig. 95 ).
The other weight groups are covered by
specific ISOFIX child restraint systems,
which can be used only if specificallytested for this vehicle (see list of vehicles
provided with the child restraint system).

As an example, fig. 94 shows a Universal
Isofix child restraint system for weightgroup 1.

IMPORTANT The fig. 94 is indicative andfor assembly purposes only. Fit the child
restraint system according to the
instructions, which must be included.

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ISOFIX POSITIONS ON THE CAR
Weight categories

Size category

DeviceFront passenger

Rear sidepassengers

Rear central
passenger

Group 0 (up to 22 lb(10 kg))E

ISO/R1

X

IL

X

E

ISO/R1

X

IL

X

D

ISO/R2

X

IL

X

C

ISO/R3

X

IL

X

D

ISO/R2

X

IL

X

C

ISO/R3

X

IL

X

B

ISO/F2X

IUF –IL

X

B1

ISO/F2XX

IUF –ILX

A

ISO/F3X

IUF –IL

X

Group 2 (from 33 up to
55 lb)(from 15 up to 25 kg)

X

IL

X

Group 3 (from 48 up to
80 lb)(from 22 up to 36 kg)

X

IL

X

Group 0+ (up to 29 lb(13 kg))Group 1 (from 20 up to
40 lb)(from 9 up to 18 kg)

X ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child protection systems for this weight and/or size category.
IL Suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems of the "Specific for the vehicle", "Restricted", or "Semiuniversal" categories, approved for this type of
vehicle.
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SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS
FOR i-Size CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMUSE
The rear side seats of the vehicle are
type-approved to house thestate-of-the-art i-Size child restraint
systems.
These child restraint systems, built andtype-approved according to the i-Size(ECE R129) standard, ensure better
safety conditions to carry children on
board a vehicle:
the child must be transported
rearward facing until 15 months;
child restraint system protection isincreased in the event of a side collision;
the use of the ISOFIX system is
promoted to avoid faulty installation of
the child restraint system;
efficiency in the choice of the child
restraint system, which isn't madeaccording to weight anymore but
according to the child's height, isincreased;compatibility between the vehicleseats and the child restraint systems is
better: the i-Size child restraint systems
can be considered as "Super ISOFIX"; thismeans that they can be perfectly fitted in
type-approved i-Size seats, but can also
be fitted in ISOFIX (ECE R44)
type-approved seats.

NOTE The vehicle seats, i-Sizetype-approved, are marked by thesymbol shown in fig. 96.

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The following table, according to European standard ECE 129, indicates the possibility of i-Size child restraint system installation.
i-Size POSITIONS ON THE VEHICLE

i-Size child restraint systems

DeviceFront passenger

Rear sidepassengers

Rear central
passenger

ISO/R2

X

i-U

X

ISO/F2

X

i-U

X

i-U: suitable for Universal i-Size child restraint systems, both rearward facing and forward facing.
X: seat not suitable for Universal i-Size child restraint systems.

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CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEMS RECOMMENDED BY ALFA ROMEO FOR THE STELVIO
Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo includes a complete range of child restraint systems to be fixed using the seat belt with three anchorage
points or the ISOFIX anchorages.

IMPORTANT Alfa Romeo recommends fitting the child restraint system according to the instructions, which must be included.

Weight groupChild restraint system

Type of child restraint
system

PEG-PEREGO
Primo Viaggio SL

Group 0+: frombirth to 13 kgfrom 40 to 85 cm

ISOFIX Basic 0+1 K

Child restraint system installation

Universal/ISOFIX child restraint
system.
It must be installed rearward facing,using the car seat belts only, or the
dedicated ISOFIX K base (which canbe purchased separately) and thecar ISOFIX anchorages.
Alfa Romeo recommends using thespecific ISOFIX K base (which canbe purchased separately) and the
ISOFIX anchorages of the car to
install it.
With the base it must be fitted on
the rear outer seats.

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Weight group

Type of child restraint
systemChild restraint system

Fair G0/1SGroup 1: from 9 up
to 18 kgfrom 67 to 105 cm

Reference 1: Fair ISOFIX
RWF platform
orReference 2: Fair ISOFIX
FWF platform

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Child restraint system installation

Universal/ISOFIX child restraint
system.
It can be fitted using the vehicle
seat belts (forward facing only) or
using the ISOFIX anchorages of thevehicle.
Alfa Romeo recommends fitting it
using the rear facing ISOFIX
platform (A RWF type - to bepurchased separately) or theforward facing ISOFIX platform (G- FWF type - to be purchased
separately), the rigid headrestraint (to be purchased
separately) and the ISOFIX
anchorages for the car.
With the base it must be fitted on
the rear outer seats.

Main recommendations to carrychildren safely
Install the child restraint systems on
the rear seat, which is the most protected
position in the event of an impact.
Keep children in rearward facing child
restraint systems for as long as possible,
until 3–4 years old if possible.
If a rear facing child restraint system isinstalled on the front seat, passenger'sside, it is recommended to remove thehead restraint (refer to the proceduredescribed in "Head restraint" paragraph,"Knowing your vehicle" chapter). The headrestraint must be repositioned properly if
no child restraint system is to betransported.
If the front passenger airbag has been
deactivated, always check that thewarning light on the courtesy light is on
continuously to make sure that it iseffectively deactivated.
Carefully follow the instructions
supplied with the child restraint system.
Keep the instructions in the vehicle alongwith the other documents and thishandbook. Do not use second-hand child
restraint systems without instructions.
Only one child is to be strapped into
each restraint system; never carry twochildren using one child restraint system.
Always check that the seat belts do
not rest on the child’s neck.

Always check that the seat belt is well
fastened by pulling on it.
While travelling, do not let the child sit
incorrectly or unfasten the belts.
Never allow a child to put the belt's
diagonal section under an arm or behind
their back.
Never carry children on your lap, evennewborns. No one can hold a child in thecase of an accident.
In the event of an accident, replace thechild restraint system with a new one.

WARNING75) SEVERE DANGER When a front
passenger airbag is fitted, do not install
rearward facing child restraint systems on
the front passenger seat. Deployment of the
airbag in an accident could cause fatal
injuries to the child regardless of theseverity of the collision. It is advisable toalways carry children in a child restraint
system on the rear seat, which is the mostprotected position in the event of a collision.
76) On the sun visor there is a label withsuitable symbols reminding the user that it iscompulsory to deactivate the airbag if arearward facing child restraint system isfitted. Always comply with the instructions
on the passenger side sun visor (see the"Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) Airbag" paragraph).

77) Should it be necessary to carry a child on
the passenger side front seat in a rear facing
child restraint system, the passenger side
front airbag and side bag must be
deactivated through the Connect systemmain menu (see the Supplementary
Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag"
paragraph), verifying deactivation bychecking whether the
OFF LED has
illuminated on the front ceiling light. Movethe passenger's seat as far back as possible
to avoid contact between the child seat andthe dashboard.
78) Do not move the front or rear seat if achild is seated on it or on the dedicated child
restraint system79) Incorrect fitting of the child restraint
system may result in an inefficient
protection system. In the event of an
accident the child restraint system may
become loose and the child may be injured,
even fatally. When fitting a restraint system
for newborns or children, strictly comply
with the instructions provided by the
Manufacturer.
80) When the child restraint system is not
used, secure it with the seat belt or with the
ISOFIX anchorages, or remove it from thevehicle. Do not leave it unsecured inside thepassenger compartment. In this way, in thecase of sudden braking or an accident, it will
not cause injuries to the occupants.
81) After installing a child restraint system,
do not move the seat: always remove thechild restraint system before making any
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82) Always make sure that the chest sectionof the seat belt does not pass under thearms or behind the back of the child. In theevent of an accident the seat belt will not beable to secure the child, with the risk of
injury, including fatal injury. Therefore thechild must always wear the seat belt
correctly.
83) Do not use the same lower anchorage toinstall more than one child restraint system.
84) If a Universal ISOFIX child seat is not
fixed to all three anchorages, the child seat
will not be able to protect the child correctly.
In a crash, the child could be seriously or
fatally injured.
85) Fit the child restraint system when the
car is stationary. The child restraint system
is correctly fixed to the brackets when you
hear the click. Follow the instructions for
assembly, disassembly and positioning that
the Manufacturer must supply with the child
restraint system.
86) If the vehicle was involved in an accidentof a certain severity, have the ISOFIX
anchorages and the child restraint system
replaced.
87) If the vehicle was involved in an accidentof a certain severity, have both the child
restraint system and the seat belt it was
attached to replaced.

SUPPLEMENTARY RESTRAINTSYSTEM (SRS) - AIRBAG
The vehicle is equipped with:front driver airbag;
front passenger airbag;
driver and passenger front side bags
for pelvis, chest and shoulder protection(Side bags);
side bags for head protection of front
seat passengers and rear side seatpassengers (window bag).
The location of the airbags on the vehicle
is marked by the word "AIRBAG" underthe Alfa Romeo emblem on the steering
wheel, on the dashboard, on the side trimor on a label placed next to the airbag
deployment area.

FRONT AIRBAGSThe front (driver and passenger) airbags
protect the front seat occupants in theevent of head-on crashes of medium-highseverity, by placing the cushion between
the occupant and the steering wheel ordashboard.
Therefore non-activation of airbags inother types of collisions (side impacts,
rear shunts, roll-overs, etc.) does notindicate a system malfunction.
Driver and passenger front airbags are
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worn, as specified by law in Europe andmost non-European countries.
In the event of impact, those not wearing
a seat belt are projected forwards andmay come into contact with the bag
which is still inflating. The protection
offered by the bag is compromised inthese circumstances.
Front airbags may not activate in thefollowing situations:frontal impacts against highly
deformable objects not involving thefront surface of the vehicle (e.g. wing
collision against guard rail, etc.);
vehicle wedging under other vehicles
or protective barriers (e.g. trucks or
guard rails).
Failure to activate in the conditions
described above is due to the fact thatthey may not provide any additional
protection compared with seat belts, so
their activation would be inappropriate.
In these cases, non-deployment does notindicate a system malfunction.

Front airbag driver's sideThis consists of an instantly inflating bag
contained in a special compartment in thecentre of the steering wheel fig. 97.

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Passenger side front airbag and child
restraint systems
Rearward facing child restraint systems
must NEVER be fitted on the front seatwith an active passenger side airbag
since in the event of an impact the airbag
activation may cause fatal injuries to thetransported child.
ALWAYS comply with the instructions on
the label on the passenger side sun visor
fig. 99, and shown in table fig. 102.

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Passenger side front airbag
This consists of an instantly inflating bag
contained in a special recess in thedashboard fig. 98. This bag has a larger
volume than that of the driver's.

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99

98

selected by turning and pressing theRotary Pad. The system informs you of
the activation/deactivation status of the
airbags and asks for confirmation of thestatus change. Press the Rotary Pad if
you want to proceed.

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Deactivating/activating the passenger
side airbags: front airbag and side bag(where provided)
To deactivate the front and sidepassenger side airbag, use the Connect
system. Select the following functions insuccession from the main Menu, andactivate them by pressing the MENU
fig. 100 button: “Settings", "Safety",
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On the dashboard are the ON and OFF
LED status. Moving the ignition device toMAR, the two LEDs switch on for a few
seconds. If not, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership. During the first seconds, theactivation of the LEDs does not actuallyshow the passenger protection status,
but only checks its correct operation.
After a test of a few seconds, the LEDs
will indicate the status of the passenger
airbag protection.

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Passenger protection activated: the ON
LED fig. 101 switches on fixed.
Passenger protection deactivated: theOFF LED turns on fixed.

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SIDE AIRBAGS
To help increase occupants protection in
the event of side impact collisions, thevehicle is equipped with front side bags
and window bags.
Side bag
These consist of two bags located in thefront seat backrests fig. 103 that protect
the occupants’ pelvis, chest and shoulder
area in the event of a side impact of
medium/high severity.
They are marked by the "AIRBAG" label
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The deployment of side bags in the eventof side impacts of low severity is not
required.
In the event of a side impact, the systemprovides best protection if the passenger
sits on the seat in a correct position,
allowing the window bag to inflate
correctly.
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Window bag
This consists of a "curtain" bag housed
behind the roof side linings and coveredby special trims fig. 104.
They are designed to protect the head offront and rear occupants in the event of aside collision, thanks to the wide cushion
inflation surface.

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Important notes
Do not wash the seats with water orpressurised steam (wash by hand or at
automatic seat washing stations).
The front and/or side airbags may
activate in the event of sharp impacts tothe underbody of the vehicle (e.g. impact
with steps, pavements, potholes or roadbumps etc.).
When the airbag deploys it emits a small
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dust: the dust is harmless anddoes not indicate the beginning of a fire.

The dust may irritate the skin and eyes
however: in this case, wash with neutralsoap and water.
Airbag checking, repair and replacement
must be carried out at an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
If the car is scrapped, have the airbag
system deactivated at an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
Pretensioners and airbags are deployed
in different ways on the basis of the typeof collision. Failure to activate one ormore of the devices does not indicate asystem malfunction.

WARNING88) Do not apply stickers or other objects on
the steering wheel, on the dashboard in thepassenger side airbag area, on side
upholstery on the roof or on the seats. Never
put objects (e.g. mobile phones) on thepassenger side of the dashboard since they
could interfere with correct inflation of thepassenger airbag and also cause serious
injury to the passengers.
89) Always drive with your hands on the rimof the steering wheel so that the airbag can
inflate freely if required. Do not drive withyour body bent forward. Keep your backstraight against the backrest.
90) The passenger airbag can bedeactivated on the Connect system byselecting the following functions in sequenceon the main menu: “Settings”; “Safety”;“Passenger airbag” and “Deactivation”.

91) Do not affix rigid objects to the garment
hooks or support handles.
92) Do not rest your head, arms or elbows on
the door, windows or the area in which theWindow bag is located to avoid possible
injury during airbag inflation.
93) Never lean your head, arms or elbows
out of the window.
94) If, when the ignition device is turned toON, thewarning light does not switch on
or stays on whilst driving, a fault may haveoccurred in the restraint systems. In thiscase the airbags or pretensioners may not
be deployed in an impact or, in a lower
number of cases, they may be deployed
accidentally. Before continuing, contact an
Alfa Romeo Dealership immediately to havethe system checked.
95) In case of a LED
OFF failure (locatedon the front courtesy light), thewarning
light appears on the instrument panel.
96) On cars with side bags, do not cover thefront seat backrests with extra covers.
97) Do not travel carrying objects in yourlap, in front of your chest or between yourlips (pipe, pencils, etc.): they could cause
severe injury if the airbag is deployed.
98) If the car has been subject to theft,attempted theft, vandalism, or flooding,have the airbag system inspected at an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
99) Malfunction of the airbag failure
warning light is indicated by the activationof an airbag failure icon and a dedicatedmessage on the instrument panel display.
The pyrotechnic charges are not disabled.
Before continuing, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership immediately to have the system
checked.

100) The airbag deployment threshold ishigher than that of the pretensioners. For
collisions in the range between the two
thresholds, it is normal for only thepretensioners to be activated.
101) The airbag does not replace seat belts
but increases their efficiency. Because front
airbags are not deployed for low-speed
crashes, side collisions, rear-end shunts or
rollovers, occupants are protected, in
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STARTING AND DRIVINGSTARTING THE ENGINE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104
PARKING THE VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107
"ALFA DNA™" SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
START & STOP EVO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
SPEED LIMITER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
CRUISE CONTROL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115
PARK SENSORS SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW) SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . .124
REAR BACK-UP CAMERA / DYNAMIC GRIDLINES . . . . . . . . .125
REFUELLING THE VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127
TOWING TRAILERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129

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STARTING AND DRIVINGSTARTING THE ENGINEPROCEDURE FOR DIESEL VERSIONS
31)

STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting the engine, adjust theseat, the interior rear view mirrors, thedoor mirrors and fasten the seat belt
correctly.
Never press the accelerator pedal forstarting the engine.
If necessary, messages indicating thestarting procedure can be shown on thedisplay.

Proceed as follows:
engage the parking brake and set thegear lever to P (Park) or N (Neutral);fully depress the brake pedal without
touching the accelerator;
briefly press the ignition button;
if the engine doesn't start within a few
seconds, you need to repeat theprocedure.
If the problem persists, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.

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ENGINE STARTING FAILURE

29) 30) 32)

Starting the engine with electronic key
battery (Keyless Start) run down or flat
If the ignition device does not respondwhen the relevant button is pressed theelectronic key battery might be run downor flat. Therefore, the system does notdetect the presence of the electronic key
on board the vehicle and displays adedicated message.

Proceed as follows:
engage the electric parking brake andset the gear lever to P (Park) or N
(Neutral),fully depress the brake pedal without
touching the accelerator;
briefly press the ignition button;
if the engine doesn't start within a few
seconds, you need to repeat theprocedure.
if the problem persists, contact an Alfa
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STOPPING THE ENGINE32)

To stop the engine, proceed as follows:park the vehicle in a position that is notdangerous for oncoming traffic;
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If the vehicle speed is above 5 mph(8 km/h), it is still possible to stop theengine if a gear operating mode otherthan P (Park) is selected. To switch off theengine in this situation, hold down theignition device button for a while or press
it 3 times in a row within a few seconds.

WARNING102) It is dangerous to run the engine in
enclosed areas. The engine takes in oxygen
and releases carbon dioxide, carbon
monoxide and other toxic gases.
103) The electro-hydraulic braking system
is not active until the engine starts running.
So, the brake pedal travel will be longer thannormal. This does not indicate a fault.
104) Do not start the engine by pushing,
towing or driving downhill. These
manoeuvres may damage the catalytic
converter.

IMPORTANT
29) We recommend that during the initialperiod, or during the first 1600 km(1000 miles), you do not drive to full car
performance (e.g. excessive acceleration,
long journeys at top speed, sharp braking,etc.).

30) When the engine stopped never leave
the ignition device in the ON position toprevent useless current draw from draining
the battery.
31) Warning lightwill flash after startingor during prolonged cranking to indicate afault with the glow plug heating system. If
the engine starts, the vehicle can be regularly
used, but an Alfa Romeo Dealership must be
contacted as soon as possible.
32) A quick burst on the accelerator before
turning off the engine serves absolutely nopractical purpose; it wastes fuel and isdamaging for the engine.

PARKING THE VEHICLE105) 106) 107)

IMPORTANT In addition to parking thevehicle with the parking brake always
engaged, the wheels turned, chocks orstones positioned in front of the wheels(when on a steep slope), you must always:
engage P (Park) mode;
always take the key with you whenleaving the vehicle.
IMPORTANT Always engage the electric
parking brake before leaving the vehicle.
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE
The vehicle is equipped with electric
parking brake to guarantee better use
and optimal performance compared to amanually operated parking brake.
The electric parking brake features aswitch, located on the central tunnel
fig. 105, a motor with caliper for eachrear wheel and an electronic control
module.

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The electric parking brake can be
engaged in two ways:
manually, by pulling the switch on thecentral tunnel;
automatically in "Safe Hold" or "AutoPark Brake" conditions.

IMPORTANT Normally, the electric
parking brake is engaged automaticallywhen the engine is stopped. This function
can be deactivated/activated on theConnect system by selecting thefollowing items in sequence on the main
menu: "Settings", "Driver assistance" and"Automatic parking brake".
IMPORTANT Should the vehicle battery
be faulty, to unlock the electric parking
brake the battery must be replaced.

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Engaging the parking brake manually
Briefly pull the switch located on thecentral tunnel to manually engage theelectric parking brake when the vehicle isstationary.
Noise may be heard from the rear of thevehicle when engaging the electric
parking brake.
A slight movement of the brake pedal
may be detected when engaging theelectric parking brake with the brake
pedal pressed.
With the electric parking brake engaged,on the instrument
the warning light
panel and the LED on the switch
fig. 105 turn on.

IMPORTANT With the Electronic Parking
Brake failure warning light on, somefunctions of the electric parking brakeare deactivated. In this case the driver is
responsible for brake activation andvehicle parking in complete safety
conditions.
If, under exceptional circumstances, theuse of the brake is required with thevehicle in motion, keep the switch on thecentral tunnel pulled as long as the brakeaction is necessary.
warning light may switch on withThe
the hydraulic system temporarily
unavailable; in this case braking iscontrolled by the motors.

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The brake lights (stop) will also
automatically switch on in the same way
as for normal braking with the use of thebrake pedal.
Release the switch on the central tunnel
to stop the braking action with thevehicle in motion.
If, through this procedure, the vehicle isbraked until a speed below 2 mph(3 km/h) is reached and the switch is kept
pulled, the parking brake will definitively
engage.

IMPORTANT Driving the vehicle with theelectric parking brake engaged, or using
it several times to slow down the vehicle,
may cause severe damage to the braking
system.
Disengaging the electric parking brakemanually
In order to manually release the parking
brake, the ignition device should be at ON
position. Moreover, you need to press thebrake pedal, then press the switch on thecentral tunnel briefly.
Noise may be heard from the rear of thevehicle and a slight movement of thebrake pedal may be detected during
disengagement.
After disengaging the electric parking
warning light on thebrake, theinstrument panel and the LED on the
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fig. 105 switch
turn off.

warning light on the instrument
If thepanel remains on with the electric parking
brake disengaged, this indicates a fault:
in this case contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.

IMPORTANT Never use gear position P(Park) instead of the electric parking
brake. Always engage the electric
parking brake when parking the vehicle toprevent injury or damage caused by theunexpected movement of the vehicle.
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE OPERATINGMODES
The electric parking brake may operate
as follows:"Dynamic operating mode": this modeis activated by pulling the switch
repeatedly whilst driving;"Static engagement and releasemode": with the vehicle stationary, theelectric parking brake can be activatedby pulling the switch on the central tunnel
once. On the other hand, press the switch
and the brake pedal at the same time todisengage the brake;"Drive Away Release": (where
provided) the electric parking brake willautomatically disengage with the driverside seat belt fastened and the detectionof an action performed by the driver tomove the vehicle (forward gear orreverse gear);"Safe Hold": if the vehicle speed islower than 2 mph (3 km/h), the gear leveris not in P (Park) position and the driver's
intention of leaving the vehicle isdetected, the electric parking brake willautomatically engage to hold the vehicle
in safety conditions;"Auto Park Brake": if the vehicle speed
is below 2 mph (3 km/h), the electric
parking break will automatically engage
when the gear lever is in P (Park) position.
When the parking brake is engaged andapplied to the wheels, the LED on theswitch located on the central tunnel
fig. 105 switches on together with theon the instrument
warning light
panel. Each automatic parking brakeengagement can be cancelled by pressing
the switch on the central tunnel and at
the same time moving the gear lever forthe transmission to position P (Park).

SAFE HOLD
It is a safety function that automaticallyengages the electric parking brake in theevent of a dangerous condition for thevehicle.
If:
the vehicle speed is below 2 mph(3 km/h);a transmission mode other than P(Park) is activated;the driver's seat belt is not fastened;
the driver side door is open;

no attempts to apply pressure on thebrake pedal have been detected.
the electric parking brake engages
automatically to prevent vehicle
movement.
The Safe Hold function can be
temporarily disabled by pressing theswitch located on the central tunnel andthe brake pedal at the same time, withthe vehicle stationary and the driver side
door open.
Once disabled, the function will activate
again when the vehicle speed reaches
12 mph (20 km/h) or the ignition device is
moved to STOP and then to ON.

WARNING105) In the case of parking manoeuvres onroads on a gradient, the front wheels must
be steered towards the pavement (whenparking downhill), or in the opposite
direction if the vehicle is parked uphill. Block
the wheels with a wedge or a stone if the car
is parked on a steep slope.
106) Never leave children alone in an
unattended vehicle; make sure that when
you move away from the vehicle, you havethe key with you.
107) The electric parking brake must
always be engaged when leaving the vehicle.

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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
The vehicle is equipped with an 8-speed
automatic transmission.
The transmission can operate in two
different modes: “Automatic” or“Sequential”.

GEAR LEVER
108) 109) 110)33) 34)

Gearbox operation is controlled by theshift lever 1 fig. 106, which can have thefollowing operating positions:
P = Park
R = Reverse
N = Neutral
D = Drive, (automatic forward speed)
AutoStick: + shifting to higher gear insequential driving mode; – shifting tolower gear in sequential driving mode.

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The positions diagram is illustrated on
the top of the lever.
The letter corresponding to the selectedmode lights up and can be seen on the
instrument panel display.
To select one of the operating modes,
move the lever forwards or backwards
and press the brake pedal at the sametime.
To engage R (Reverse) mode, press thebrake pedal and the button 3
fig. 107 together.
To pass from P (Park) mode directly to D
(Drive) mode, in addition to pressing thebrake pedal, it is also necessary to press
button 3.
To pass from R (Reverse) mode directly
to D (Drive) mode and vice versa, in
addition to pressing the brake pedal, it isnecessary to press button 3.
The P (Parking) mode can be enabledpressing the P (Parking) 2 button fig. 106.

It is not possible to select N (Neutral)mode from P (Park) mode.
P (Park) mode is automatically activated
if the following conditions are met
simultaneously:
D (Drive) or R (Reverse) mode is active;
the car’s speed is close to 0;
the brake pedal is released;
the driver’s seat belt is not fastened;
the driver’s door is open.
If using the gear shift in "sequential"mode. you can activate it by moving thelever from D (Drive) to the left and thenforward towards the - symbol or backtowards the + symbol and the gear isshifted.
To exit position P (Park), or to pass fromposition N (Neutral) to position D (Drive)
or R (Reverse) when the vehicle isstopped or is moving at a low speed, thebrake pedal must also be pressed.

IMPORTANT DO NOT accelerate while
shifting from position P (or N) to anotherposition.
IMPORTANT After selecting a gear, waita few seconds before accelerating. This
precaution is particularly important witha cold engine.

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AutoStick - Manual (sequential)
shifting mode
In the caseof frequent gearshifting (e.g.
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for sport driving, when the vehicle isdriven with a heavy load, on slopes, withstrong headwind or when towing heavy
trailers), it is recommended to use theAutostick (sequential shifting) mode to
select and keep a lower fixed ratio.
In these conditions, the use of a lower
gear improves vehicle performance,
preventing overheating.
It is possible to shift from D mode (Drive)
to sequential mode regardless of vehicle
speed.
Activation
Starting from D (Drive) mode, to activate
the sequential drive mode, move thelever to the left (– and + indication of thetrim). The gear engaged will be shown on
the display.
Gearshifting is made by moving the gear
lever forwards, towards symbol – orbackwards, towards symbol +.
Steering wheel stalks(where provided)
The gear can also be manually shifted byusing the levers behind the steering
wheel. Pull the right shift lever (+)
towards the steering wheel and release it
to engage a higher gear; perform thesame operation with the left lever (-) toengage a lower gear fig. 108.
To engage N (Neutral): pull
simultaneously both levers.
To activate D (Drive) mode, from N

(Neutral), P (Parking) and R (Reverse):
push the brake pedal and the right lever
(+).

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IMPORTANT If only one manual shift isnecessary, the letter D will remain on thedisplay with the engaged gear next to it.
Deactivation
To deactivate the sequential driving
mode, bring the gear lever back inposition D (Drive) ("automatic" drivingmode).

TRANSMISSION EMERGENCY
FUNCTION(where provided)
Transmission operation is constantly
monitored to detect any fault. If a
condition that might damage thetransmission is detected, the"transmission emergency" function is
activated.

In this condition, the transmission stays
in 4 th gear, regardless of the selected
gear. The P (Parking), R (Reverse) and N(Neutral) modes continue to work.
symbol might light up in theThedisplay.
In the event of a "transmission
emergency" immediately contact thenearest Alfa Romeo Dealership.
Temporary failure
If the warning light turns on, the failure
may be temporary, in which case, proceed
as follows to restore correcttransmission operation:
stop the vehicle;
engage P (Park) mode;bring the ignition device to STOP;
wait for about 10 seconds, thenrestart the engine;
select the desired gear: if the problem
is not detected anymore thetransmission correct operation isrestored.

IMPORTANT In the event of a temporary
failure it is in any case recommended tocontact an Alfa Romeo Dealership assoon as possible.

GEAR ENGAGEMENT DISABLINGSYSTEM WITHOUT BRAKE PEDALPRESSED
This system prevents you from moving
the gear lever from position P (Park) if
the brake pedal has not been previously
depressed.
To bring the gear lever to a position otherthan P (Park), the ignition device must be
in position AVV (engine on or off) and thebrake pedal must be pressed.

WARNING108) Never use position P (Park) instead ofthe electric parking brake. Always engage
the electric parking brake when parking thevehicle to avoid the accidental movement of
the vehicle.
109) If the P (Park) position is not engaged,
the vehicle could move and injure people.
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure thatthe gear lever is in position P and that theelectric parking brake is engaged.
110) Do not shift the gear lever to N
(Neutral) and do not stop the engine whendriving on a downhill road. This type ofdriving is dangerous and reduces thepossibility of intervening in the case ofvariation of the road traffic or surface. You
risk losing control of your vehicle andcausing accidents.

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IMPORTANT33) Before selecting P (Park) mode, bring theignition device to position ON and press thebrake pedal. Otherwise, the gear lever may
get damaged.
34) Engage reverse only with the car
stationary, engine at idling speed andaccelerator fully released.

“Alfa DNA™” SYSTEM (car dynamic
control system)
By operating the selector (on the central
tunnel) fig. 109, this device allows you toselect different car response modes
according to your driving style and theroad conditions:

Engagement/disengagement
It is activated by rotating the selector to
the letter "n", the displays light up in blue.
To deactivate the Normal mode, movethe selector to another mode ("d" or "a").
"Dynamic" Mode
Engagement/disengagement
It is activated by rotating the selector to
the letter "d", the displays light up in red.
To deactivate the Dynamic mode, movethe selector to "n", Normal mode.
"Advanced Efficiency" Mode

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d = Dynamic (sports driving mode)n = Normal (mode for driving in normal
conditions)a = Advanced Efficiency (ECO driving
mode for maximum fuel savings).
On the instrument panel display, thedifferent modes are characterised bydifferent colours:
Normal - Blue,
Dynamic - Red
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Advanced
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Engagement/disengagement
It is activated by rotating the selector to
the letter "a", the displays light up ingreen.
To deactivate the Advanced Efficiency
mode, move the selector to "n", Normal
mode.
IMPORTANT NOTESWhen the engine is next started, the"Advanced Efficiency", "Dynamic" and"Normal" mode selected previously isretained. The system will reactivate in"Advanced Efficiency", "Dynamic" or"Normal" mode, depending on whichmode was selected before the engine
was stopped.

It is not possible to go directly from
"Dynamic" mode to "Advanced
Efficiency" mode and vice versa. You
must always activate the “Normal” mode
first and then select the other mode.

START & STOP EVOThe Stop/Start Evo automatically stops
the engine each time the vehicle isstationary and starts it again when thedriver wants to move off.
In this way, the vehicle efficiency is
increased, by reducing consumption,
dangerous gas emissions and soundpollution.

OPERATING MODE
Stopping the engine
With vehicle at a standstill and brake
pedal pressed, the engine switches off if
the gear lever is in a position other thanR.
The system does not operate when thegear lever is in R, for making parking
manoeuvres easier.
In the event of stops uphill, engine
switching off is disabled to make the "HillStart Assist" function available (works
only with running engine).
NOTE The engine can only be
automatically stopped after having run atabout 6 mph (10 km/h). After an
automatic restart, to stop the engine you
only need to move the vehicle (exceed aspeed of 0.3 mph (0.5 km/h)).

Engine stopping is signalled by thesymbol lighting up on the instrument
panel display.
Restarting the engine
To restart the engine, release the brake
pedal.
With brake pressed, if the gear lever is in
automatic mode - D (Drive) - the engine
can be restarted by moving the lever to R
(Reverse) or N (Neutral) or "AutoStick".
With brake pressed, if the gear lever is in"AutoStick" mode, the engine can berestarted by moving the lever to "+" or"–", or R (Reverse) or N (Neutral).
When the engine has been stopped
automatically, keeping the brake pedal
pressed, the brake can be released
keeping the engine off by quickly shifting
the gear lever to P (Park).
To restart the engine, just move the leverout of a position other than P.

SYSTEM MANUAL ACTIVATION/
DEACTIVATION
111)
35)

To manually activate/deactivate thesystem, press the button inserted in thecontrol panel on the left of the steering
wheel, fig. 110

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SPEED LIMITERIMPORTANTDESCRIPTION
35) If the climate comfort is to be favoured,
the Start&Stop system can be deactivated,
for a continuous operation of the climate
control system.

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LED off: system activated;
LED on: system deactivated.

SAFETY FUNCTIONSWhen the engine is stopped through theStart & Stop Evo system, if the driver
releases their seat belt, opens thedriver's or passenger's door or releases
the engine bonnet from inside the vehicle,
the engine can be restarted only by using
the ignition device.
This condition is indicated to the driverboth through a buzzer and a message on
the display.

ACTIVATING THE DEVICE
The function can be activated/deactivated on the Connect system.
Activating the device
To access the function, on the main menu
select the following items in sequence:"Settings", "Safety", “Speed Limiter” and“on”.
The activation of the device is signalledby the displaying of the green symbol
along with the last speed set.

WARNING111) When replacing the battery, always
contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership. Replace
the battery with one of the same type
(HEAVY DUTY) and with the same
specifications.

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This device allows the speed of thevehicle to be limited to values which canbe set by the driver.
The maximum speed can be set both withvehicle stationary and in motion. The
minimum speed that can be set is 20 mph(30 km/h).
When the device is active, the vehicle
speed depends on the pressure at theaccelerator pedal, until the set speed
limit is reached.

SPEED LIMIT PROGRAMMING

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To access the function, on the main menu
select the following items in sequence:"Settings", "Safety" and "Speed Limiter
Set Speed".

By turning the Rotary Pad, the speed
increases by 5 mph (5 km/h), from aminimum of 20 mph (30 km/h) to a
maximum of 110 mph (180 km/h).

DEACTIVATING THE DEVICE
Deactivating the device
To access the function, on the main menu
select the following items in sequence:"Settings", "Safety", “Speed Limiter” and“off”.
Automatic deactivation of the device
The device deactivates automatically inthe event of fault in the system. In thiscase, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

CRUISE CONTROLThis is an electronically controlled driving
assistance device that allows the desired
vehicle speed to be maintained, without
having to press the accelerator pedal.
This device can be used at a speed above
25 mph (40 km/h) on long stretches ofdry, straight roads with few variations(e.g. motorways).
It is therefore not recommended to use
this device on extra-urban roads withtraffic. Do not use it in town.
Travelling downhill, the system could
brake the vehicle to keep the set speed
unvaried.

ACTIVATING THE DEVICE112) 113) 114)

To activate the device press button
fig. 111.
The activation of the device is signalledby the switching on of the white warningon the display.
light
The Cruise Control function can remain
active concurrently with the Speed
Limiter system. If a speed limit below the
one indicated in the Cruise Control isselected, the Cruise Control speed will belowered to that of the Speed Limiter.

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The device cannot be engaged in 1 st or
reverse gear: it is advisable to engage it
in 3 rd gear or higher.

IMPORTANT It is dangerous to leave thedevice on when it is not used. There is arisk of inadvertently activating it andlosing control of the vehicle due to
unexpected excessive speed.
SETTING THE DESIRED SPEED
Proceed as follows:
activate the device;when the vehicle has reached thedesired speed, raise/lower the SET
switch and release fig. 111 to activate
the device. When the accelerator isreleased, the vehicle will keep theselected speed automatically.
If needed (when overtaking for instance),
you can accelerate simply by pressing the

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accelerator; when you release the pedal,
the vehicle goes back to the speed stored
previously.
When travelling downhills with the device
active, the vehicle speed may slightly
exceed the stored one.

IMPORTANT Before raising/lowering theSET switch the vehicle must be travellingat a constant speed on a flat surface.
INCREASING/DECREASING SPEED
Once the Cruise Control has been
activated, the speed can beincreased/decreased by lifting the SET
switch fig. 111.
Keeping the button pressed, the set
speed will increase until the button isreleased, then the new speed will be
stored.
Accelerating when overtaking
Depress the accelerator pedal: when thisis released the vehicle will gradually goback to the stored speed.

IMPORTANT The device keeps the speed
stored even uphill and downhill. A slightvariation in the speed on slight rises iscompletely normal.

SPEED RETURN
For versions with automatic transmission
operating in D mode (Drive - automatic),press and release the RES
fig. 111 button to recall the previously
set speed.
For versions with manual gearbox orautomatic transmission in Autostick(sequential) mode, before recalling thepreviously set speed you should
accelerate until getting close to it, thenpress and release the RES button.

DEACTIVATING THE DEVICE
Lightly pressing the brake pedal
deactivates the Cruise Control without
deleting the stored speed.
The Cruise Control may be deactivatedalso by applying the electric parking
brake or when the braking system isoperated (e.g. operation of the ESC
system).
The stored speed is deleted in thefollowing cases:
pressing the on/off button or
switching off the engine;
if there is a malfunction in the Cruise
Control.

DEACTIVATING THE DEVICEThe Cruise Control is deactivated bypressing the system on/off button or by
putting thestarter switch in the STOP
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position.

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WARNING112) When travelling with the device active,
never move the gear lever to neutral.
113) In case of a malfunction or failure of
the device, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
114) The Cruise Control can be dangerous if
the system cannot keep a constant speed. In
specific conditions speed may be excessive,
resulting in the risk of losing control of thevehicle and causing accidents. Do not use thedevice in heavy traffic or on winding, icy,snowy or slippery roads.

ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL(where provided)115) 116) 117) 118) 119) 120)
36) 37) 38) 39) 40) 41) 42)

The Active Cruise Control (ACC) is adriver assist device which combines the
Cruise Control functions with one forcontrolling the distance from the vehicle
ahead.
The device allows to hold the vehicle atthe desired speed without needing topress the accelerator. It also allows to
hold a given distance from the vehicle
ahead (the distance can be set by thedriver).
The Active Cruise Control (ACC) uses aradar sensor, located behind the front
bumper fig. 112 and a camera, located in
the middle area of the windscreen
fig. 113, to detect the presence of avehicle close ahead.

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The device further enhances driving
comfort provided by the electronic
Cruise Control when on the motorway orout of town with light traffic.
Important notes
If the sensor does not detect any vehicle
ahead, the device will maintain a fixed set
speed.
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device automatically intervenes bybraking (or accelerating) slightly in order
not to exceed the original set speed, sothat the vehicle keeps the preset
distance, seeking to adapt to the speedof the vehicle ahead.
In the cases described below, the system
performance is not guaranteed, it istherefore advisable to turn the device on
fig. 114 button:
by pressing thedriving in fog, heavy rain, snow, heavy
traffic and in complex driving situations(e.g. on motorways with roadworks inprogress);
driving near a bend (winding roads), icy,snowy, slippery roads or with steep
climbs and descents;
entering a turn lane or on a slip road;towing a trailer;
when circumstances do not allow safe
driving at a constant speed.

ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROLACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION
The device may have four operatingstates:Enabled (speed not programmed);
Activated (speed programmed);
Paused;Deactivated.
Enabling / Activation
To enable the device, press and releasefig. 114 button.
the

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There is a risk of inadvertently activating
it and losing control of the vehicle due to
unexpected excessive speed.

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With the device enabled and ready for
operation, the display shows the white
icon with dashes fig. 115 in place of the
speed.

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Pausing / DeactivatingWith the device enabled (speed not set),
button.
press theWith the device activated (speed set),press thebutton to enter the Paused
state. The display shows the white iconwith the speed in brackets. Press the
button again to deactivate the device
completely.

SETTING THE DESIRED SPEED
The speed can be programmed from aminimum of 20 mph (30 km/h) to a
maximum of 110 mph (180 km/h).
When the vehicle reaches the desired
speed, raise/lower the SET switch
fig. 116 and release it to activate thedevice. When the accelerator is released,
the vehicle will keep the selected speed
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Setting a speed activates the system.
The displays shows the green icon withthe set speed.

IMPORTANT It is dangerous to leave thedevice activated when it is not used.

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While the accelerator pedal is pressed:
the device will not be able to control
the distance between the vehicle and theone ahead. In this case the speed will be
determined only by the position of theaccelerator pedal.
The device will return to normal
operation as soon as the accelerator
pedal is released.
The system cannot be set:when pressing the brake pedal;
when the brakes are overheated;when the electric parking brake isengaged;when it is in P (park), R (reverse) or N
(neutral) mode;
when the engine speed is above amaximum threshold;when the vehicle speed is not within
the settable speed range;
when the ESC (or ABS or otherstability control systems) are operating

or have just operated;when the ESC system is off;
during automatic braking by the
Forward Collision Warning Plus system(where provided);in the event of device failure;
when the engine is off;
in case of obstruction of the radar
sensor (in this case the bumper area
where it is located must be cleaned).
In case of system set, the conditions
described above also cause acancellation or deactivation of thesystem with times that may vary
according to the conditions.

IMPORTANT The device does notdeactivate on reaching speeds higher
than those that can be set (180 km/h or
110 mph for instrument panels set tomph) with the accelerator pedal pressed.
In these conditions, the device may notwork correctly and it is advisable todeactivate it.
CHANGING SPEED
Increasing speed
Once the device has been activated, you
can increase the speed by lifting the SET
switch. Each time it is operated, thespeed increases by 1 mph (1 km/h).
By holding the button up, the set speed
will increase in steps of 6 mph (10 km/h)

until the button is released, then the new
speed will be stored.
Decreasing speed
Once the device has been activated, you
can decrease the speed by lowering theSET switch. Each time it is operated, thespeed decreases by 1 mph (1 km/h).
By holding the button down, the set
speed will decrease in steps of 6 mph(10 km/h) until the button is released,
then the new speed will be stored.

IMPORTANT Moving the SET switch
allows you to adjust the speed according
to the selected unit of measurement("metric" or "imperial") set on theConnect system (see dedicatedsupplement).
Important notes
By keeping the accelerator pedal
depressed, the vehicle can continue toaccelerate beyond the set speed. In thiscase, use the SET switch to set the speed
to the vehicle’s current speed.
When you press the SET button to reduce
the speed, the braking system intervenes
automatically if the engine brake does
not slow the vehicle down sufficiently toreach the set speed. The device holds theset speed uphill and downhill; however aslight variation is entirely normal,
particularly on slight gradients.
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The automatic transmission could change

to a lower gears when driving downhill or
when accelerating. This is normal andnecessary to maintain the set speed.
The device is switched off while driving if
the brakes overheat.

ACCELERATING WHEN OVERTAKING
When driving with the device active andfollowing a vehicle, the device provides
additional acceleration to facilitate
overtaking, when travelling over a given
speed and switches on the left direction
indicator (of the right indicator for
right-hand drive versions).
In left-hand traffic, the overtaking assist
function is only active when the left-handlane is used for overtaking the vehicle
ahead (the opposite activation logic isused in right-hand traffic countries).
The device detects the direction of
traffic automatically when the vehicle
passes from left-hand traffic toright-hand traffic. In this case, theovertaking assist function is only active
when the reference vehicle is overtakenon the right. The additional accelerationis activated when the driver uses theright direction indicator.
In this condition, the device no longer
provides the overtaking assist function
on the left-hand side until it determinesthat the vehicle has returned to left-handtraffic conditions.

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Once the system has been cancelled but
not deactivated, if a speed waspreviously set simply press the RES
button and remove your foot from theaccelerator to recall it.
The system will be set to the last stored
speed.

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Before returning to the previously set
speed, bring the speed close to thatvalue, then press the RES button andrelease it.

IMPORTANT The recall function must
only be used if the road and traffic
conditions so allow. Recalling an
excessively high or low speed for thecurrent traffic and road conditions could
cause an acceleration or a decelerationof the vehicle. Failure to comply withthese precautions may cause serious
accidents and fatal injuries.

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SETTING THE DISTANCE BETWEENVEHICLES
The distance between your vehicle andthe vehicle ahead may be set to 1 bar(short), 2 bars (medium), 3 bars (long) or
4 bars (maximum) fig. 118.

To decrease the distancePress and release the fig. 119 button to
decrease the distance setting. The
distance setting decreases by one bar(shorter) every time the button ispressed.

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The distances from the vehicle ahead areproportional to speed.
The interval of time with respect to thevehicle ahead remains constant andvaries from 1 second (for the shortdistance 1-bar setting) to 2 seconds (forthe maximum distance 4-bar setting).
The set distance is shown on the display
with a dedicated symbol.
The setting is 4 (maximum) the first timethe device is used. After the distance has
been modified by the driver, the new
distance will be stored also after thesystem is deactivated and reactivated.

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The set speed is held if there are novehicles ahead. Once the shortest
distance has been reached, a furtherpress of the button will set the longest
distance.
If a vehicle is detected in the same lane ata lower speed, the symbol on the display
turns from grey to white. The device
automatically adjusts the car’s speed tomaintain the set distance, regardless ofthe set speed.
The vehicle holds the set distance until:
the vehicle ahead accelerates to a
speed higher than the set speed;

the vehicle ahead leaves the lane or
the detection field of the Active Cruise
Control sensor;
the distance setting is changed;
Active Cruise Control isdeactivated/paused.

IMPORTANT The maximum breaking
applied by the device is limited. The
driver may apply the brakes in all cases if
needed.
IMPORTANT If the device predicts thatthe level of braking is not sufficient tomaintain the set distance, the word
“BRAKE!” or a dedicated message on thedisplay warns the driver that the vehicle
ahead is too close. An acoustic signal isalso emitted. In this case, it is advisable
to brake immediately as necessary to
hold a safe distance from the vehicle
ahead.
IMPORTANT The driver is responsible for
ensuring that there are no pedestrians,
other vehicles or objectives along thedirection of the vehicle. Failure to comply
with these precautions may cause
serious accidents and injuries.
IMPORTANT The driver is fully
responsible for holding a safe distancefrom the vehicle ahead respecting the
highway code in force in the respective
country.

“STOP AND GO” STRATEGYThe “Stop and Go” operating strategy
allows you to maintain a safe distancefrom the vehicle ahead until the car has
completely stopped. It will also restart
the car automatically if the vehicle ahead
moves off within two seconds, otherwise
it is necessary to press the accelerator
pedal or the RES button to restart.

or a fault. If an obstruction is signalled,clean the area of the windscreen
indicated in fig. 113 and check that themessage has disappeared.
When the conditions limiting the system
functions end, this will go back to normal
and complete operation.
Should the fault persist, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.

DEACTIVATIONPRECAUTIONS WHILE DRIVING

The device is deactivated and the set
speed is cancelled if:
thebutton on the Active Cruise
Control is pressed (with the device on orpaused);the starter switch is in the STOP
position;
The device is cancelled (the set speed
and distance are stored):when the device is paused (see the“Active Cruise Control Activation /Deactivation” paragraph);when the conditions shown in the“Setting the desired speed” paragraphoccur;The device may not work correctly insome driving conditions (see below): thedriver must control the car at all times.
Towing a trailer
Use of the device is not recommended
while towing a trailer.

SYSTEM LIMITED OPERATIONWARNING

VEHICLE not aligned
The device may not detect a car travellingon the same lane but which is not aligned
along the same direction of travel or a carwhich is cutting in from a side lane.
Sufficient distance from the cars ahead
may not be guaranteed in these cases.
The non-aligned car can weave in and outof the driving direction causing the car tobrake or accelerate unexpectedly.

If the dedicated message is shown on thedisplay, a condition limiting the system
operation may have occurred.
The possible reasons of this limitation
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are something blocking the camera view

Steering and bends
When cornering fig. 120 with the device
set, it could limit speed and acceleration
to guarantee vehicle stability even if novehicles are detected ahead.

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When leaving the bend, the device resets
the previously set speed.

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IMPORTANT In case of narrow curves,the performance of the device could be
limited. In this case, it is advisable todeactivate the device. Moreover,remember that the device only limits the
speed DURING a bend and not BEFORE
it, so always take great care.
Using the device on gradient
When driving on roads with variable
gradient, the device may not detect thepresence of a vehicle on the lane. Device
performance could be limited according
to speed, load, traffic conditions andgradient steepness.

06016V0007EMIn this case, sufficient distance from thevehicle which is changing lane may not be
guaranteed: it is advisable to pay theutmost attention at all times and bealways ready to press the brakes if
needed.
Small cars
Some narrow vehicles (e.g. bicycles andmotorcycles fig. 122 ) travelling near theouter edges of the lane or that enter thelane from the kerbside are not detecteduntil they are fully in the lane.

Lane change
The device may not detect the presenceof a vehicle until it is fully in your lane.

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Sufficient distance from the cars ahead
may not be guaranteed in these cases.
Stationary objects and cars
The device cannot detect the presence ofstationary cars or objects. For example,
the device will not operate if the vehicle
ahead leaves the lane and a vehicle aheadof that one is standing on the lane. Pay
the utmost attention at all times and bealways ready to press the brakes if
needed.
Objects and cars moving in opposite or
crosswise direction
The device cannot detect the presence ofobjects or vehicles travelling in the
opposite direction or at right-angles andfig. 123 consequently will not intervene
for them.

119) The device does not always fullyrecognise complex driving conditions that
could cause it to determine the safe distanceto be held incorrectly or not at all.
120) The device cannot apply the maximum
braking force: the car will not be stopped
completely.

IMPORTANT
123

06016V0008EMWARNING115) Pay the utmost attention while driving
at all times and be always ready to press thebrakes if needed.
116) The system is an aid for the driver, whomust always pay full attention while driving.
The responsibility always rests with thedriver, who must take into account thetraffic conditions in order to drive incomplete safety. The driver must always
maintain a safe distance from the vehicle infront.
117) The device is not activated in presenceof pedestrians, oncoming vehicles in the
opposite direction of travel or moving in the
crosswise direction and stationary objects(e.g. a vehicle standing in a queue or a broken
down vehicle).
118) The device cannot take account ofroad, traffic and weather conditions, andconditions of poor visibility (e.g. fog).

36) The system may have limited or absent
operation due to weather conditions such as:
heavy rain, hail, thick fog, heavy snow.
37) The section of the bumper before thesensor must not be covered with adhesives,
auxiliary headlights or any other object.
38) Operation can be adversely affected byany structural change made to the vehicle,
such as a modification to the front geometry,tyre change, or a heavier load than thestandard load of the vehicle.
39) Incorrect repairs made on the front partof the vehicle (e.g. bumper, chassis) may alter
the position of the radar sensor, andadversely affect its operation. Go to an Alfa
Romeo Dealership for any operation of thistype.
40) Do not tamper with nor carry out any
intervention on the radar sensor or on thecamera on the windscreen. In the event of asensor failure, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
41) Do not wash with high-pressure jets inthe bumper lower area: in particular do not
operate on the system's electrical connector.

42) Be careful in the case of repairs and new
paintings in the area around the sensor(panel covering the sensor on the left side of
the bumper). In the event of a frontal impact
the sensor may automatically deactivateand display a warning to indicate that thesensor needs to be repaired. Even without amalfunction warning, deactivate the system
operation if you think that the position of theradar sensor has changed (e.g. due tolow-speed frontal impact as during parking
manoeuvres). In these cases, go to an Alfa
Romeo Dealership to have the radar sensor
realigned or replaced.

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automatically reactivated when the
trailer's cable plug is removed.

(where provided)

VERSIONS WITH 8 SENSORSThe parking sensors, located in the front(fig. 126 ) and rear (fig. 127 ) bumpers,
warn the driver of any obstacles throughan acoustic signal and, where provided,and visual indications on the instrument
panel display.

121)43) 44) 45)

VERSIONS WITH 4 SENSORSThe parking sensors, located in the rear
bumper fig. 124, detect the presence of
any obstacles and warn the driver about
them, through an acoustic signal and,
where provided, visual indications on the
instrument panel display.

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Engagement/disengagement
To disengage the system, press button
fig. 125.
The LED in the button will light up or not
when the system switches from on to off(and vice versa).

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LED off: system activated;
LED light on steady: system
deactivated;
If the button is pressed with a system
failure, the LED flashes for about
5 seconds, then it stays on constantly.
When the ignition device is set to ON the
Park Sensors system keeps the last state
when the engine was stopped (activatedor deactivated) in its memory.

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System activation/deactivation
The system, when engaged, is
automatically activated by engaging thereverse gear, while it is deactivated byengaging another gear.
Operation with a trailer
The operation of the sensors is
automatically deactivated when the
trailer's electric plug is inserted in the
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hook socket. The sensors areEngagement/disengagement
To disengage the system, press button
fig. 125 .
The LED in the button will light up or not
when the system switches from on to off(and vice versa).
LED off: system activated;
LED light on steady: system
deactivated.
If the button is pressed with a system
failure, the LED flashes for about
5 seconds, then it stays on constantly.
When the ignition device is set to ON the
Park Sensors system keeps the last state
when the engine was stopped (activatedor deactivated) in its memory.
System activation/deactivation
When the reverse gear is engaged andthe system is on, the front and rear
sensors are activated. If a different gearis engaged, the rear sensors aredeactivated, while the front sensors
remain active until 10 mph (15 km/h) areexceeded.
Operation with a trailer
The operation of the rear sensors is
automatically deactivated when the
trailer's electric plug is inserted in thevehicle's tow hook socket, while the front
sensors stay active and can provide
acoustic and visual warnings. The rear

sensors are automatically reactivatedwhen the trailer's cable plug is removed.
Important notes
Some conditions may influence theperformance of the parking system:
reduced sensor sensitivity and areduction in the parking assistancesystem performance could be due to thepresence of: ice, snow, mud, thick paint,on the surface of the sensor;
the sensor may detect a non-existentobstacle ("echo interference") due tomechanical interference, for example
when washing the vehicle, in rain (strongwind), hail;the signals sent by the sensor can also
be altered by the presence of ultrasonicsystems (e.g. pneumatic brake systemsof trucks or pneumatic drills) near thevehicle;parking assistance system
performance can also be influenced by
the position of the sensors, for example
due to a change in the ride setting(caused by wear to the shock absorbers,
suspension), or by changing tyres,
overloading the vehicle or carrying out
specific tuning operations that require
the vehicle to be lowered;
the presence of a tow hook without
trailer, which may interfere with thecorrect operation of the parking sensors.
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Before using the Park
Sensors system, it

is recommended to remove the tow hookball assembly when the vehicle is not
used for towing. Failure to comply withthis prescription may cause personal
injuries or damage to vehicles or
obstacles since, when the continuous
acoustic signal is emitted, the tow hookball is already in a position that is muchcloser to the obstacle than the rear
bumper. If you wish to leave the tow hookfitted without towing a trailer, it isadvisable to contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership for the Park Sensors system
update operations because the tow hook
could be detected as an obstacle by thecentral sensors.
the presence of adhesives on thesensors. Therefore, take care not to placeadhesives on the sensors.

WARNING
121) Parking and other potentially
dangerous manoeuvres are, however,always the driver’s responsibility. Whenperforming these operations, always makesure that there are no other people(especially children) or animals on the route
you want to take. The parking sensors are an
aid for the driver, but the driver must neverallow their attention to lapse duringpotentially dangerous manoeuvres, eventhose executed at low speeds.

123STARTING AND DRIVINGIMPORTANT43) The sensors must be clean of mud, dirt,snow or ice in order for the system tooperate correctly. Be careful not to scratch
or damage the sensors while cleaning them.
Avoid using dry, rough or hard cloths. The
sensors should be washed using clean waterwith the addition of car shampoo ifnecessary. When using special washingequipment such as high pressure jets or
steam cleaning, clean the sensors very
quickly keeping the jet more than 10 cm
away.
44) Have interventions on the bumper in thearea of the sensors carried out only by an
Alfa Romeo Dealership. Interventions on the
bumper that are not carried out properly
may compromise the operation of theparking sensors.
45) Only have the bumpers repainted or any
retouches to the paintwork in the area of thesensors carried out by an Alfa Romeo
Dealership. Incorrect paint application could
affect the operation of the parking sensors.

LANE DEPARTURE WARNING(LDW) SYSTEMDESCRIPTION
46) 47) 48) 49) 50) 51)

The Lane Departure Warning system
makes use of a camera located on thewindscreen to detect the lane limits andcalculate the position of the vehicle
within such limits, in order to make surethat it remains inside the lane.
When one or both lane limits aredetected and the vehicle passes over one
without the driver's say-so (direction
indicator not turned on), the systememits an acoustic signal.
If the vehicle continues to go beyond theline of the lane without any intervention
from the driver, the surpassed line willlight up on the display (left or right) tourge the driver to bring the vehicle backinto the limits of the lane.

SYSTEM ON/OFF
The system is activated/deactivated bypressing the button, fig. 128
Each time the engine is started, thesystem maintains the operating modethat was selected when it was previously
switched off.

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Activation conditions
Once switched on, the system becomes
active only if the following conditions aremet:
the car speed is above 37 mph(60 km/h);
the lane limit lines are visible at least
on one side;
there are suitable visibility conditions;the road is straight or with wide radiusbends;
a suitable distance is kept from thevehicle in front;
the direction indicator (for leaving thelane) is not active.

IMPORTANT
46) Projecting loads on the roof of thevehicle may interfere with the correct
operation of the camera. Before starting
make sure the load is correctly positioned, inorder not to cover the camera operating
range.
47) If the windscreen must be replaced due
to scratches, chipping or breakage, contact
exclusively an Alfa Romeo Dealership. Do not
replace the windscreen on your own, risk ofmalfunction! It is advisable to replace thewindscreen if it is damaged in the area of thecamera.
48) Do not tamper with nor operate on thecamera. Do not close the openings in theaesthetic cover located under the interiorrear view mirror. In the event of a failure of
the camera, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
49) Do not cover the operating range of thecamera with stickers or other objects. Also
pay attention to other objects on the bonnet(e.g. a layer of snow) and make sure they do
not interfere with the camera50) The camera may have limited or absent
operation due to weather conditions such as:
heavy rain, hail, thick fog, heavy snow,
formation of ice layers on the windscreen.

51) Camera operation may also becompromised by the presence of dust,
condensation, dirt or ice on the windscreen,by traffic conditions (e.g. vehicles that are
driving not aligned with yours, vehicle driving
in a transverse or opposite way on the samelane, bend with a small radius of curvature),by road surface conditions and by driving
conditions (e.g. off-road driving). Make surethe windscreen is always clean. Use specificdetergents and clean cloths to avoid
scratching the windscreen. The camera
operation may also be limited or absent insome driving, traffic and road surface
conditions.

REAR BACK-UP CAMERA /DYNAMIC GRIDLINESDESCRIPTION
The Rear Back-up Camera is located on
the tailgate, near the opening button,fig. 129.

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Camera activation/deactivation
The function can be activated/deactivated on the Connect system.
Activating the device
To access the function, on the main menu
select the following items in sequence:"Settings", "Driver assistance" and "Rear
Back-up Camera". The following
sub-menu appears:
View

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Switch-off delay;
Camera Guidelines.
Select "View" to activate the camera
view on the Connect system display.
Every time reverse is engaged, thedisplay of the Connect system, fig. 130,shows the area around the vehicle, as
seen by the Rear Back-up Camera.

The table below shows the approximate
distances for each area fig. 130:

Area

Distance from therear of the vehicleRed

0 – 11.8 in(0 – 30 cm)

Yellow

11.8 in – 3.3 ft(30 – 100 cm)

Green

3.3 ft (1 m) or more

IMPORTANT When parking, take theutmost care over obstacles that may be
above or under the camera range.

WARNING
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SYMBOLS AND MESSAGES ON THE
DISPLAY
If activated, the grid is positioned on theimage to highlight the width of thevehicle and the expected reversing pathin accordance with the steering wheel
position.
A superimposed central broken line
indicates the centre of the vehicle tofacilitate parking manoeuvres or tow
hook alignment. The various coloured
areas indicate the distance from the rearof the vehicle.

126122) Parking and other potentially
dangerous manoeuvres are, however,always the driver’s responsibility. While
carrying out these manoeuvres, always
make sure that no people (especiallychildren) or animals are in the area
concerned. The camera is an aid for thedriver, but the driver must never allow
his/her attention to lapse during potentially
dangerous manoeuvres, even those
executed at low speeds. Always keep a slow
speed, so as to promptly brake in the case of
obstacles.

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IMPORTANT52) It is vital, for correct operation, that thecamera is always kept clean and free fromany mud, dirt, snow or ice. Be careful not toscratch or damage the camera while cleaning
it. Avoid using dry, rough or hard cloths. The
camera must be washed using clean water,
with the addition of car shampoo ifnecessary. In washing stations which use
steam or high-pressure jets, clean thecamera quickly, keeping the nozzle morethan 10 cm away from the sensors. Also, do
not apply stickers to the camera.

REFUELLING THE VEHICLE
Always stop the engine before refuelling.
PETROL ENGINES
Only use unleaded petrol with a numberof octanes (R.O.N.) not lower than 95(EN228 specification).
DIESEL ENGINES
Only use automotive diesel fuel(EN590 and EN16734 specifications).
123) 124) 125)

REFUELLING PROCEDURE
The fuel flap is unlocked when the central
door locking system is released, while it
is automatically locked when the central
locking system is applied.
Opening the flap
To refuel proceed as follows:
open flap fig. 131 pressing on the
point shown by the arrow;
remove the closing cap;
put the cap back in position fig. 132;
introduce the dispenser in the filler
and refuel;131

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after refuelling, before removing thedispenser, wait for at least 10 seconds inorder for the fuel to flow inside the tank;then remove the dispenser from thefiller, close the cap and then close theflap.
The refuelling procedure describedabove is illustrated on the label (where
provided) located inside the fuel flap.
PETROL ENGINES
Inside the flap there is also the fuel type
(UNLEADED FUEL = petrol) and thesymbol (where provided) that certifies
compliance with the EN228 (petrol)
standard fig. 132.

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The symbols, shown below, make it easierto recognise the correct fuel type to use
with your car.
Before refuelling, check the symbols(where provided) inside the fuel filler flap
and compare them with the symbols
shown on the fuel pump (where provided).

E5: unleaded petrol containing up to
2.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum
5.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with theEN228 specification.
E10: unleaded petrol containing up to
3.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum
10.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with theEN228 specification.

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DIESEL ENGINESThe fuel cap shows the type of fuel
(DIESEL - diesel fuel) fig. 133, whileinside the fuel flap there is the symbol(where provided) that certifies
compliance with the EN590 and
EN16734 (diesel) standards.

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The symbols, shown below, make it easierto recognise the correct fuel type to use
with your car.
Before refuelling, check the symbols(where provided) inside the fuel filler flap
and compare them with the symbols
shown on the fuel pump (where provided).

B7: diesel containing up to 7% (V/V) of
FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters)
compliant with the EN590 specification.
B10: diesel containing up to 10% (V/V)
of FAME (Fatty Acid Methyl Esters)
compliant with theEN16734 specification.
Emergency diesel engine refuelling
Proceed as follows:
open the luggage compartment andtake out the dedicated adapter, locatedunder the load platform fig. 134;
open flap fig. 131 pressing on the
point shown by the arrow;
remove the closing cap;
put the cap back in position;
insert the adapter into the filler;
when you have finished refuelling,
remove the adapter, close the cap andthen close the flap;
finally put the adaptor back in theluggage compartment.

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Emergency fuel flap opening
In the event of an emergency the fuel flap
can be opened by operating from inside
the luggage compartment.
Proceed as follows:
open the tailgate and reach the
emergency opening cable placed on theside of the fuel filler;
pull the cord to unlock the fuel flap,
open the fuel flap by pressing on it(see the previous instructions).

IMPORTANT If the filler compartment iswashed with a high-pressure jet, keep it
at a distance of at least 7.9 in (20 cm).
WARNING123) Do not apply any object/plug to theend of the filler which is not provided for thecar. The use of non-compliant objects/plugs
could cause a pressure increase inside thetank, resulting in dangerous situations.
124) Do not bring naked flames or lit
cigarettes near to the fuel filler: fire risk.
Keep your face away from the fuel filler toprevent breathing in harmful vapours.
125) Do not use a mobile phone near therefuelling pump: risk of fire.

TOWING TRAILERS
126) 127)

TOW HOOK SETUP
Instructions for using the removableball head tow hook
IMPORTANT NOTE Before setting off,
check that the removable ball head tow
hook is locked correctly. To do this, checkthe following conditions:the green mark on the knob mustcoincide with the green mark on the tow
hook fixing bracket;
the knob must be at the end of its
travel, resting on the tow hook fixing
bracket (no crack);
the lock on the knob must be lockedwith the key removed. The knob cannot
be removed;
the tow hook fixing bracket must be
firmly attached to the mounting pipe on
the car. Check by shaking with a hand.
The installation procedure must be
repeated if any of these requirements is
NOT met.
If even only one of the requirements is
not met the tow hook must not be used,since there is risk of causing accidents.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
The ball head tow hook can be
fitted/removed manually without theneed for specific tools.

IMPORTANT Never use cars or work
tools: the mechanism may be damaged.
IMPORTANT NOTE Do not release thetow hook when it is attached to a trailer
or cargo-carrier.
IMPORTANT NOTE When driving without
trailer (or without a cargo-carrier), theball head tow hook must be removed andthe closing cap must always be inserted
in the hook mounting pipe. This applies
particularly if the tow hook reduces
visibility of the number plate or thelighting system.
For the electrical connection, a 13 pin
12 V DC connection is to be used
(CUNA/UNI and ISO/DIN Standards).
Follow the instructions provided by thevehicle Manufacturer and/or the tow
hook Manufacturer.
Installing the tow hook
Before inserting the tow hook, you must
remove the access cover to the tow hookfixing position under the rear bumper.
Remove the protection cap from thetow hook mounting pipe fig. 135;
get the tow hook from the luggage
compartment.

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When you take out the tow hook, it is). Youusually in the released position (can recognise this position by a crack ofabout 0.2 in (5 mm) between the knob
and the tow hook fixing bracket. In
addition, the red mark on the knob shouldline up with the green mark on thebracket, see fig. 136.
Only install the tow hook in these
conditions.

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If the tow hook locking system is NOT
pretensioned before installation, or if it is), pretension it
in the locked position (by following the “Hook pretensioning”
procedure described at the end of thisparagraph.
The tow hook is in the locked position
when the knob is resting on the bracket(no crack) and the green mark on the knoblines up with the green sign on thebracket fig. 137.

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Use the supplied key to close themechanism:
insert the key into the lock on theknob, turn it fully anticlockwise andremove it;
fasten the protection cap onto the
lock.

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Position the tow hook so that the delta
inserts on the tow hook fixing bracket arealigned with the crack between the lower
edge and the mounting pipe on the car
fig. 138;
push the tow hook upwards and thepretensioned mechanism willautomatically fasten itself in position.
128)

130

IMPORTANT The key can only beremoved when the locking mechanism isclosed ().

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once you have lowered the protection
cover, insert the trailer’s plug into thesocket on the car. To make sure that thetwo connectors fit together perfectly,
check that the tab on the plug is alignedwith the notch on the socket fig. 140;
insert the plug fully into the socket andenable the safety lock, if provided.

IMPORTANT To prevent losing the key
while towing, DO NOT leave it in the lock.
Remove the ball protection cover fromthe tow hook and attach the trailer.
Connecting the electrical system
To connect the trailer’s electrical system,
proceed as described below:
turn the connector mounting bracket
downwards. The bracket is to the left of
the tow hookmounting pipe fig. 139;
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Removing the tow hook
When the tow hook is no longer needed,disconnect the electrical connections andremove it from its position as described
below:
remove the protection cap and insert
the key into the lock fig. 141;
open the lock by turning the key fully
clockwise;

fasten the cover onto the electricalconnector and push the mount upwards;
fit the cover onto the rear bumper.

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remove the tow hook from its position
fig. 143;
insert the protection cap into the tow
hook mounting pipe on the car;141

Pretensioning the tow hook
If necessary, pretension the locking
mechanism as described below:
remove the cap from the lock on theknob and insert the key provided;
turn the key fully clockwise fig. 144;
pull the knob out in the direction
indicated by the arrow A;
turn the knob fully clockwise B. The
locking mechanism will remain
pretensioned even when the knob isreleased.
The tow hook, with pretensioned locking), is now
mechanism (knob position
ready to be installed on the car.

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grab the tow hook and move the knob
away from the fixing bracket by pulling itin the direction indicated by the arrow A
fig. 142;
to release the hook, turn the knob
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clean the tow hook and remove any
residues, especially from the ends;
fit the protection cover onto the ball;insert the tow hook into its case andput it back inside the luggage
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compartment;

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ELECTRICALLY DRIVEN TOW HOOK
The tow hook and the socket forconnecting the trailer lights are fixed toeach other and are located behind therear bumper when they are not in use.

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During operation, the position of thewhole device (hook plus electrical socket)
is controlled by button 1 fig. 146 on theright-hand luggage compartment trim.

Its status can be changed from unused tooperational only if:
the handbrake is engaged or the shift
lever is in the P position;
the engine is off;
the tailgate is open.
There is a LED on the button 1, which may
be in one of the following states:
LED off: indicates that at least one of
the above conditions is not met, or the
trailer light wiring is connected to thesocket.
LED flashing: indicates that the tow
hook is moving or that the system must
be initialised;
LED on fixed: indicates that the tow
hook can be moved.
Safe opening and closing of the tow hookis guaranteed by a protection systemthat can stop and reverse its movement
when it encounters an obstacle while
opening or closing.
The system must be initialised after thebattery has been disconnected, themovement has been blocked by aphysical obstacle or if the safety system
has intervened three times
consecutively.

IMPORTANT When the tow hook is not inuse, put it in the closed position.
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System initialisation
In the conditions of movement describedabove, press the movement button 1 forat least 10 seconds. The LED will turn on
to confirm the initialisation.

ASSEMBLY SCHEDULE
The tow hook structure must be secured to the body in the points shown in the fig. 147.

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IMPORTANT Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to install a tow hook.

WARNING126) The ABS with which the car is equippedwill not control the braking system of thetrailer. Particular caution is required onslippery roads.

127) Do not, under any circumstances,modify the vehicle's braking system tocontrol the trailer breaking system. The
towing braking system must be completely
independent of the vehicle's hydraulicsystem.
128) To avoid damage to your hands, keepthem away from the knob while inserting the
tow hook into position on the car bracket.

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IN AN EMERGENCYHAZARD WARNING LIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
REPLACING A BULB . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
REPLACING FUSES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141
CHANGING A WHEEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .147
TIRE REPAIR KIT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
JUMP STARTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155
BROKEN-DOWN VEHICLE TOWING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155
TOWING THE VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .155

A punctured tyre or a burnt-out bulb?
At times, a problem may interfere with our journey.
The pages on emergencies can help you to deal with criticalsituations independently and with calm.
In an emergency we recommend that you call the freephone
number found in the Warranty Booklet.
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number to find your nearest Alfa Romeo Dealership.

IN AN EMERGENCYHAZARD WARNING LIGHTSCONTROL
53)

Press the fig. 148 button to switch thehazard warning lights on/off.
When the hazard warning lights are on,
the and warning lights flash.
When you need to move away from thevehicle to look for help, the hazard
warning lights will continue flashing even
if the ignition device is in the STOP
position.

Emergency braking
The hazard lights are switched on andwarning lights and appear on the
instrument panel in case of emergency
braking and according to the mode
selected by the “Alfa DNA™” selector.
When the "Alfa DNA™" selector is in
position "n" or "a", the activationthreshold of the hazard warning lights ishigher; on the other hand, in position "d"the sensitivity of the activation is lower
than that in the "n" and "a" modes.
The lights switch off automatically when
emergency braking ceases.

IMPORTANT53) A prolonged use of the hazard warning
lights may discharge the battery.

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IMPORTANT The use of hazard warning
lights is governed by the highway code of
the country you are driving in: comply
with legal requirements.

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REPLACING A BULB129) 130) 131)
54)

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONSBefore replacing a bulb check thecontacts for oxidation;
replace blown bulbs with others of thesame type and power;
after replacing a headlight bulb,
always check its alignment;
when a light is not working, check thatthe corresponding fuse is intact beforechanging the bulb. For the location offuses, refer to the paragraph "If a fuseblows" in this chapter.
IMPORTANT In some particular climate
conditions such as low teperature,humidity or after washing the car, a thincondensation layer may form on theinternal surfaces of the front and rearheadlights. This phenomenon will
disappear after switching on theheadlights.

TYPES OF BULBS
The vehicle is equipped with the following bulbs
Glass bulbs (type A): they are press-fitted. Pull to extract.

Bayonet-type bulbs (type B): to remove them from their holder, press
the bulb and turn it anticlockwise, then extract it.

Tubular bulbs (type C): release them from their contacts to remove.

Halogen bulbs (type D): to remove the bulb, turn the connector to theside and pull it out.

Halogen bulbs (type E): to remove the bulb, turn it anticlockwise.

Xenon gas discharge bulb (type F): to remove the bulb, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.

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Light bulbs

Type

Power

Figure reference

Main beam headlights, front side lights/daylight running lights(DRL) (*)

H15

55/15W

D

Dipped beam headlights (*)

H7

55W

D

Front direction indicators (*)

PY24W

24W

B

Fog lights(*)

H11

55W

E

Main beam/dipped beam headlights (Xenon gas discharge)

D3S

35W

F

Sun visor light

1.5CP

2.1W

C

Glove compartment light

W5W

4W

A

Boot ceiling light

W5W

5W

A

Puddle lights (under door panel)

W5W

5W

A

(*) Only for basic version headlight with halogen main beam/dipped beam headlights

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remount the lid and cover, tightening
the fixing bolts.

IMPORTANT Only replace the bulb whenthe engine is off. Also ensure that theengine is cold, to prevent the risk ofburns.

Main beam headlights
To change the bulb of these lights,
proceed as follows:
working inside the engine
compartment fig. 152;

Front light cluster with main
beam/dipped beam halogen headlights
Dipped beam headlights
To change the bulb of these lights,
proceed as follows:
working inside the engine
compartment fig. 149;

150

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remove the bulb/connector assemblyfrom the headlight body fig. 151;

152

08026V0023EM

remove the cover fig. 153;

149

remove the cover fig. 150;

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151

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remove the bulb by sliding it off theconnector;
install the new bulb, making sure it iscorrectly inserted in the connector;
then insert the bulb/connector
assembly in the housing on the headlightbody and make sure that it is locked
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correctly;

153

08026V0004EM

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turn the bulb, bulb holder andconnector assembly anticlockwise andthen slide it off the headlight body
fig. 154;

155

08026V0023EM

remove the cover by turning it fig. 156;
154

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remove the bulb by sliding it off thebulb holder;install the new bulb, making sure it iscorrectly inserted in the bulb holder;then insert the bulb, bulb holder andconnector assembly in the housing on theheadlight body and turn it clockwise,
making sure that it is locked correctly;
refit the protective cover.
Direction indicators
To change the bulb of these lights,
proceed as follows:
working inside the engine
compartment fig. 155;

156

08026V0006EM

release the bulb, bulb holder andconnector assembly and then slide it off
the headlight body fig. 157;

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remove the bulb by sliding it off thebulb holder;install the new bulb, making sure it iscorrectly inserted in the bulb holder;then insert the bulb, bulb holder andconnector assembly in the housing on theheadlight body and turn it clockwise,
making sure that it is locked correctly;
refit the protective cover.
Fog lights(where provided)
To replace the fog lights, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership
Front light cluster with main
beam/dipped beam Xenon gas
discharge headlights
To replace the bulbs of the main beam
headlights/dipped headlights contact an
Alfa Romeo Dealership

REPLACING FUSES

2: J-CASE fuse.

WARNINGINTRODUCTION
129) Before replacing the bulb, wait for theexhaust ducts to cool down: DANGER OFSCALDING!
130) Modifications or repairs to the electric
system that are not carried out properly or
do not take the system technicalspecifications into account can cause
malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.
131) Halogen bulbs contain pressurised gas,in the case of breakage they may burst
causing glass fragments to be projected
outwards.

IMPORTANT132) 133) 134) 135) 136)55) 56)

Fuses protect the electrical system: theyintervene (blow) in the event of a failure
or improper action on the system.
Fuse extracting pliers
To replace a fuse, use the pliers hooked
to the boot fusebox cover fig. 158.
Grab the pliers from the upper tabs,press them and extract the pliers pulling
upwards.

54) Halogen bulbs must be handled holding
the metallic part only. Touching thetransparent part of the bulb with yourfingers may reduce the intensity of theemitted light and even reduce the lifespan of
the bulb. In the event of accidental contact,wipe the bulb with a cloth moistened withalcohol and let the bulb dry.

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After use, refit the pliers in position,
proceeding as follows:
grasp the pliers from the upper tabs;press the pliers in their housing,pushing downwards, until they click into
place.

FUSE LOCATION
The fuses, which can be replaced by theuser, are grouped in two boxes below thepassenger side foot board and inside theboot.
CONTROL UNIT UNDER PASSENGER
SIDE FOOTBOARD
158

08036V0053EM

The pliers fig. 159 have two different
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To access the fuses, proceed as follows:
lift the upper end of the footboard 1
fig. 160 on the passenger side, pulling it
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IN AN EMERGENCYLUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX
To access the fuses, proceed as follows:
remove the cover located on the rightside of the compartment;
remove the control unit cover fig. 162;

160

08036V0010EM

remove the panel 2 fig. 161 extracting
it downward, after unscrewing the two
fixing hooks;
162

08036V0014EM

The number identifying the electricalcomponent corresponding to each fuse isshown on the cover.
After replacing a fuse, make sure thatyou have closed cover correctly.

161

08036V0011EM

the fuses are freely accessible on thecontrol unit.
The number identifying the electricalcomponent corresponding to each fuse isshown on the control unit cover.

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FUNCTION

FUSE

AMPERE

Front electric window (driver side)

F33

25

Front electric window (passenger side)

F34

25

Power supply for Connect system, Climate Control system, Alarm,Electric door mirror folding, EOBD system, USB port

F36

15

Power Lock Device (Driver side door unlocking - where
provided)/Door unlocking, Central locking

F38

20

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20

Windscreen washer pump143

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FUNCTION

FUSE

AMPERE

Rear left electric window

F47

25

Rear right electric window

F48

25

Heater rear window coil, cigar lighter

F94

15

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FUNCTION

FUSE

AMPERE

Tow hook module (TTM/TTEBM)

F01

40

Hi-Fi system

F08

30

I-Drive / USB Socket / AUX / USB Charger

F21

10

KL15/a 12V Power socket in the luggage compartment

F22

20

Trailer light control unit power supply (+30)

F1

20

Trailer light control unit power supply (+30)

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15

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FUNCTION

FUSE

AMPERE

Trailer socket (only EMEA) (+30)

F3

10

Tow bar (+15)

F410

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CHANGING A WHEELWARNING132) Never replace a fuse with another witha higher amp rating; DANGER OF FIRE.
133) Before replacing a fuse, make surethat the ignition device is at STOP and thatall devices are switched off and/or
disconnected.
134) Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership if asafety system (airbags, brakes),transmission system (engine, gearbox) or
steering system general protection fuseblows.
135) If a fuse blows again, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
136) If a general protective fuse
(MAXI-FUSE, MEGA-FUSE, MIDI-FUSE)
blows, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

IMPORTANT55) Never replace a fuse with metal wires oranything else.
56) If it is necessary to wash the engine
compartment, take care not to directly hit
the fuse box and the window wiper motors
with the water jet.

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
The car is equipped with the "Tire Repair
Kit": see the “Tire Repair Kit” paragraphfor how to use this device.
As an alternative to the “Tire Repair Kit”,
the car may be requested with aspace-saver wheel: see the instructions
on the following pages for changing thewheel.

JACK137) 138)

Please note that:the jack weighs 4.4 lb (2 kg);
the jack requires no adjustment;
the jack cannot be repaired and in theevent of a fault it must be replaced byanother genuine one;no tool other than its cranking device
may be fitted on the jack.
Jack maintenance:
prevent any dirt from depositing on
the "worm screw";
keep the "worm screw" lubricated;never modify the jack.
Conditions in which not to use the jack:temperatures below −40°C (−40°F);
on sandy or muddy ground;on uneven ground;on steep slopes in extreme weather
conditions: thunderstorms,
typhoons,
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hurricanes, blizzards, storms, etc.;
in direct contact with the engine or for
repairs under the vehicle;
on boats.

CHANGING PROCEDURE
139) 140) 141) 142) 143) 144) 145)
57) 58)Proceed as follows:
stop the car in a position that is notdangerous for oncoming traffic where
you can change the wheel safely.
The ground must be flat andsufficiently compact;stop the engine, engage the hazard
warning lights and the parking brake;
engage P (Park) mode;
wear the reflective safety jacket(compulsory by law) before getting out of
the car;open the luggage compartment and lift
up the mat using the handle;
when the situation dictates it (for yourown safety and to comply with theregulations in force in the country where
you are), take the warning triangle andposition it at a suitable distance from thecar;unscrew the locking device 1 fig. 165,
take out the space-saver wheel and theinflation compressor;

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lift the extension lever 2 on the wrench
3;

165

168

08066V0010EM

remove the damaged wheel by taking
the wrench 3 fig. 166 and loosening the
fixing bolts by about one turn; Shake the
car to help detach the rim from the wheel
hub;

167

166

08066V0012EM

position the jack 4 fig. 167 under thecar, near the wheel to be changed, taking
care not to damage the plastic
aerodynamic guard;

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turn the extension lever 2 clockwise
until the round pin on the jack engages in
the hole in the lifting block located about
15 cm from the outside edge of the body.
The lifting points 5 can be seen in, visible
fig. 167 marked by a triangle
on the aerodynamic guard fig. 168;

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warn anybody nearby that the car isabout to be raised;they should stay clear and they should
be warned not to touch the car until it isback on the ground;
turn the extension lever 2 until thewheel is a few centimetres off theground;remove the five wheel fastening bolts
and take the wheel off;
make sure the contact surfaces
between space-saver wheel and hub areclean so that the fastening bolts will notcome loose;
fit the space-saver wheel by inserting
the first bolt for two threads into the holeclosest to the valve;take the wrench 3 and fully tighten the
fixing bolts;
inflate the space-saver wheel by
removing the cap from its inflation valve
and screwing on the compressor inflation

hose fitting 6 fig. 169;
make sure that the switch 8 on thecompressor 6 is in the 0 (off) position,
open the rear hatch and insert the plug
into the power socket in the luggage
compartment or on the central tunnel andstart the engine. Put the switch 8 in the I(on) position;

wheel. Do not use it for inflating
mattresses, rafts, etc.
operate the extension lever 2 on thejack 4 to lower the car;then remove the jack 4;
use the wrench 3 to fully tighten thebolts, passing alternately from one bolt
to the diagonally opposite one.
When replacing an alloy wheel, it isadvisable to place it upside down, withthe aesthetic part facing upwards.

WARNING169

08066V0011EM

inflate the space-saver wheel to apressure of 3 bar (43.5 psi).

IMPORTANT To conserve the battery
charge, it is recommended to leave thevehicle running for the entire inflation
process.
To obtain a more accurate reading, it isadvisable to check the pressure of thespace-saver wheel on the pressure gauge
7 with the compressor off.
The compressor was designed
exclusively for inflating the space-saver137) The jack may be used to replace
wheels only on the car that it comes with orother cars of the same model. Never use thejack for other purposes, such as lifting othervehicle models. Never use it for repair
operations under the vehicle. Incorrect
positioning of the jack may cause the vehicle
to fall. Do not use the jack for loads higher
than the one shown on its label. Never installsnow chains on the space-saver wheel; if afront tyre (driving wheel) is punctured andyou need to use snow chains, use a standard
wheel from the rear axle and install the
space-saver wheel on the rear axle. In thisway, with two normal front drive wheels, it ispossible to use snow chains.

138) The jack is a tool developed anddesigned only for changing a wheel, if a tyre
gets punctured or damaged, on the vehicle
with which it is supplied or on other vehiclesof the same model. Any other use, e.g. to jackup other vehicle models or different things,
is strictly prohibited. Never use it to carryout maintenance or repairs under the vehicle
or to change summer/winter wheels and viceversa: we advise you to contact a
Dealership. Never go under the raised
vehicle: use it only in the positions indicated.
Do not use the jack for loads higher than the
one shown on its label. Never start theengine with vehicle raised. If the vehicle israised more than necessary, everything canbecome more unstable, with the risk of thevehicle dropping violently. Thus, lift thevehicle only as needed in order to access thespare wheel.
139) The space-saver wheel is specific foryour car. Do not use it on cars of different
models. Do not use space-saver wheels ofdifferent models on your car. The
space-saver wheel must only be used in theevent of an emergency. Never use it for morethan strictly necessary and never exceed
80 km/h. On the space-saver wheel there isan orange label, summarising the main
warnings regarding space-saver wheel
usage restrictions. Never remove or cover
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IN AN EMERGENCY140) Alert other drivers that the car is
stationary in compliance with local
regulations: hazard warning lights, warning
triangle, etc. Any passengers on board
should leave the car, especially if it is heavily
laden. Passengers should stay away fromon-coming traffic while the wheel is beingchanged. On hills or uneven roads, use
chocks or appropriate objects to block thewheels of the vehicle.
141) If left in the passenger compartment,
the punctured wheel and jack constitute aserious risk to the safety of occupants in theevent of accidents or sharp braking.
Therefore, always place both the jack andpunctured wheel in the dedicated housing in
the boot.
142) It is extremely dangerous to attempt
to change a wheel on the side of the vehicle
next to the driving lane: make sure that thevehicle is at a sufficient distance from theroad, to avoid being run over.
143) Alert other drivers that the car is
stationary in compliance with local
regulations: hazard warning lights, warning
triangle, etc. Any passengers on board
should leave the car, especially if it is heavily
laden. Passengers should stay away fromon-coming traffic while the wheel is beingchanged.
144) Never tamper with the inflation valve.
Never introduce tools of any kind between
the rim and the tyre. Check tyre andspace-saver wheel pressures regularly,
complying with the values given in the"Technical specifications" chapter.

145) The spare wheel must only be used inan emergency. Never use it for more thanstrictly necessary and never exceed
80 km/h. On the wheel there is an orange
sticker, summarising the main warnings
regarding wheel usage restrictions. Never
remove or cover the label. The label contains
the following indications in four languages:"Warning! For temporary use only! 80 km/h
max! Replace with standard wheel as soon
as possible. Never cover this indication."
Never apply a wheel cap on the wheel. The
driving characteristics of the car will be
modified with the wheel fitted. Avoid violent
acceleration and braking, abrupt steeringand fast cornering. Have the wheel repaired
and refitted as soon as possible. Using two
or more spare wheels at the same time isforbidden. Do not apply grease to the bolt
threads before fitting: they could comeunscrewed.

DESCRIPTION
146) 147) 148) 149) 150) 151) 152) 153) 154) 155)
59)
3)

The Tire Repair Kit is located in theluggage compartment, inside a dedicatedcontainer marked with the Alfa Romeologo.
To access the Tire Repair Kit, open theboot, lift the load platform.
The Tire Repair Kit includes also:a cannister 1 fig. 170 containing thesealant, equipped with filling hose 2;

IMPORTANT
57) When turning the jack handle make surethat it can turn freely without scraping yourhand against the ground. The moving
components of the jack ("worm screw" andjoints) can also cause injuries: avoid touchingthem. If you come into contact withlubricating grease, clean yourself
thoroughly.
58) Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership assoon as possible to have the correcttightening of the wheel bolts checked.

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a compressor 4 complete withpressure gauge, fittings and an adhesive
label 3 with the words Max. 50 mph(80 km/h)”, to be attached in a position

easily visible to the driver (e.g. on thedashboard) after repairing the tyre;a pair of protective gloves;
some adaptors, for inflating different
elements.

fitting 6. Unscrew the tyre valve cap andscrew the filler hose ring nut 2 onto thetyre valve;luggage compartment fig. 173 and start
the engine;

IMPORTANT The sealant is effective withexternal temperatures of between -40°C(-40°F) and +50°C (122 °F). The sealant
has an expiry date.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
146) 147) 148) 149) 150) 151) 152) 153) 154) 155)

Proceed as follows:
stop the car in a position that is notdangerous for oncoming traffic where
you can repair the tyre safely, as far as
possible from the side of the road;turn on the hazard warning lights;
engage the electric parking brake;
engage P (Park) mode;stop the engine and put on thereflective safety jacket (for your own
safety and to comply with the regulations
in force in the country where you are)before getting out of the car.
when the situation requires it (for yourown safety and to comply with theregulations in force in the country where
you are), take the warning triangle fromthe luggage compartment and position it
at a suitable distance from the car.
put on the gloves, connect the hose 5
fig. 171 to the cannister 1 using the

173
171

make sure that the switch 7
fig. 172 on the compressor 4 is in the 0(off) position;

172

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insert the plug into the socket in thepassenger compartment or in the

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start the compressor by putting theswitch 7 fig. 172 in the I (on) position;
inflate the tyre to a pressure of atleast 2.2 bar (32 psi). In order to obtain amore precise reading, check the pressure
value on pressure gauge 8 with thecompressor off;
if a pressure of at least 1.8 bar (26 psi)
is not reached within 15 minutes, the tyre
is too damaged to be repaired. Do notcontinue driving, but contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership;
after having driven for about 5 mi
(8 km), stop, engage the electric parking
brake and recheck the tyre pressure;if the measured pressure is unchanged(2.2 bar (32 psi)), continue driving to an
Alfa Romeo Dealership;
if the measured pressure is between
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pressure to 2.2 bar (32 psi), continue
driving to an Alfa Romeo Dealership;
if the measured pressure is lower than
1.3 bar (19 psi), the tyre is too damaged
to be repaired. Do not continue driving,
but contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

IMPORTANT Only use original tyre repair
cannisters, which can be purchased at an
Alfa Romeo Dealership.
IMPORTANT To conserve the battery
charge, it is recommended to leave thevehicle running for the entire inflation
process.

WARNING146) Punctures on the sides of the tire may
not be repaired. Do not use the Tire Repair
kit if the tyre was damaged as a result of
being used when underinflated.
147) Wear the protective gloves provided
with the Tire Repair kit.
148) Apply the adhesive label where it canbe easily seen by the driver as a reminderthat the tyre has been treated with the Tire
Repair Kit. Drive carefully, particularly on
bends. Do not exceed 80 km/h. Avoid sudden
acceleration or braking.
149) You must always indicate that the tyre
was repaired using the Tire Repair Kit.
150) Repairs are not possible in the case ofdamage to the wheel rim (bad groove
distortion causing air loss). Do not remove
foreign bodies (screws or nails) from the
tyre.

152

151) Never operate the compressor for
longer than 20 consecutive minutes. Risk ofoverheating. The Tire Repair Kit is notsuitable for definitive repairs, so therepaired tyres may only be used temporarily.
152) As required by current regulations, theinformation on chemical substances for theprotection of human health and theenvironment and on the safe use of thesealing fluid are on the cannister label.
Compliance with the indications on the label
is an essential condition to ensure the safety
and the effectiveness of the product.
Remember to carefully read the label before
use; the user of the product is responsible
for any damages caused by improper use.
The sealing fluid has an expiry date. Replace
the bottle if the sealant has expired.
153) If the pressure falls below 1.3 bar, do
not drive any further: the Tire Repair Kit
cannot guarantee proper seal because thetyre is too damaged. Contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
154) The Tire Repair Kit provide a
temporary repair, therefore the tyre must be
examined and repaired by a specialist assoon as possible. The sealant is suitable foruse at temperatures in the range from −40°C
to +50°C.
155) Indicate the presence of the stationary
car in accordance with current regulations:hazard warning lights, warning triangle, etc.
Those on board should get out of the vehicle
and wait for the wheel to be repaired awayfrom the threat posed by the traffic. If
parked on a slope or rough surface, chock
the wheels with wedges or other suitabledevices (for the correct procedure forparking the car safely, refer to the "Parking"paragraph in the "Starting and driving"
chapter).

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IMPORTANT59) In the event of a puncture caused byforeign bodies, the kit may be used to repair
tyres showing damage on the tyre tread up
to max. 6mm diameter.

IMPORTANT3) Dispose of the bottle and the sealantliquid properly. Have them disposed of incompliance with national and local
regulations.

JUMP STARTING
If the battery is flat, a jump starting canbe performed using the battery and thecables of another vehicle, or using an
auxiliary battery. In all cases, the battery
used must have a capacity equal to or alittle higher than the flat one.
Jump starting may be dangerous if
carried out incorrectly: carefully follow
the procedures described below.
60)

174

08076V0006EM

You can access the positive terminal (+)
by lifting the protective flap fig. 175.

IMPORTANT NOTES
Do not use an auxiliary battery or any
other source of external supply with avoltage above 12 V: the battery, thestarter, the alternator and the electricalsystem of the vehicle could be damaged.
Do not attempt jump starting if thebattery is frozen. The battery could breakand explode!

REMOTE BATTERY CONNECTION
POLES
To facilitate the operation, the remotepoles of the battery for the jump starting
can be found in the engine compartment:
the battery, on the other hand, is placedin the luggage compartment.
The negative terminal (-) fig. 174 fig. 8 ispositioned next to the right bonnet lock.

176

08076V0001EM

To carry out the operation, you need tohave the correct cables to connect theauxiliary battery to the remote poles ofthe flat battery. Usually, these cables
have terminals at the ends and are
identified by different sheath colours(red = positive, black = negative).

JUMP STARTING
156) 157) 158)

175

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The pole is shown in fig. 176.

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Proceed as follows:
switch off all electrical devices in thevehicle;engage the parking brake, actiate P(Park) mode and put the starter switch in
the STOP position;
should you be using the battery of
another vehicle, park the other vehicle
within the range of the cables used forthe connection, operate the parking
brake and ensure that its ignition is off.

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IN AN EMERGENCYIMPORTANT If the auxiliary battery is
installed on another vehicle, check that
there is no accidental contact of metalparts between the two vehicles, since anearth connection may result, with the riskof serious injury to any people who may
be nearby.
IMPORTANT If the procedure below iscarried out incorrectly, it can cause
severe injury to people or damage therecharging system of one or both
vehicles. Carefully follow the instructions
given below.
Cable connection
61)

Proceed as follows to carry out a jump
starting:
connect a terminal on the end of thepositive cable from the remote positivepole (+) of the car with flat battery;connect the terminal on the opposite
end of the positive (+) cable to thepositive (+) pole of the auxiliary battery;connect a negative cable end terminal
to the negative (-) pole of the auxiliary
battery;
connect the terminal on the opposite
end of the negative (-) cable to the earth
point (-) on the vehicle with the battery
flat;
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minutes at idle and then start the engineof the car with flat battery. In case a
portable battery is used, before starting
the vehicle, wait a few seconds after
completing the connection.
Cable disconnection
Once the engine is started, remove theconnection cables in reverse sequence,as shown below:
disconnect the negative cable end
terminal (-) from the earth point (-) of the
car with flat battery;disconnect the terminal on the
opposite end of the negative cable fromthe negative (-) pole of the auxiliary
battery;
disconnect the terminal on the
opposite end of the positive (+) cablefrom the positive (+) pole of the auxiliary
battery;
disconnect the terminal on the end of
the positive cable from the remote
positive pole (+) of the car with flat
battery.

WARNING
156) Do not get too close to the radiatorcooling fan: the electric fan may start;
danger of injury. Scarves, ties and otherloose clothing might be pulled by moving
parts.

Alfawiki.nl157) Remove any metal objects (e.g. rings,
watches, bracelets), that might cause an
accidental electrical contact and cause
serious injury.
158) The batteries contain acid that canburn skin or eyes. Batteries producehydrogen, which is easily flammable andexplosive. Thus keep away flames or devices
which may cause sparks.

IMPORTANT
60) Never use a fast battery-charger tostart the engine as this could damage theelectronic systems of your vehicle,
particularly the ignition and engine fuelsupply control units.
61) Do not connect the cable to the negative
terminal (–) of the flat battery. The following
spark could lead to battery explosion andcause serious harm. Only use the specificearth point; do not use any other exposed
metallic part.

FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEMDESCRIPTION
Depending on the type and violence of
the impact, the control unit of the ORC
occupant protection systems determines
whether to activate the airbags and thefront seat belt pretensioners andwhether to immediately interrupt thecurrent from the batteries to the supply
pumps and to the devices that operate
the engine. The power from the battery isinterrupted by "skipping" the pyrotechnic
fuse placed on the fusebox next to thepositive pole of the battery.
When the fuse is "skipped", only some
services, necessary for the safety of thecar (eg: door locks, anti-theft device, etc.),
remain powered.

IMPORTANT After the impact, carefully
check the car for fuel leaks, for instancein the engine compartment, under the caror near the tank area.

BROKEN-DOWN VEHICLE
TOWING
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) VERSIONS
It is recommended to tow the vehicle
with all four wheels lifted from theground on the platform of a roadsideassistance vehicle.

IMPORTANT Avoid lifting the front (orrear) wheels only, using a trailer orvehicle that allows lifting the wheels of
one axle only. Lifting the front (or rear)
wheels only while towing might damage
the transmission or the transfer unit.

TOWING THE VEHICLE
159) 160)

In order to be able to tow the vehicle,
which has been in an accident or has
broken down, on the road surface andonly for short distances, a tow hook isprovided in the tools container inside theboot.
Proceed as follows to use the tow hook:unhook the cap fig. 177 on the front orrear bumper (where provided)
fig. 178 pressing on the upper part;

IMPORTANT If a vehicle is towed withoutcomplying with the above requirements,
the transmission and/or the transfer unit
might be seriously damaged. Damage due
to incorrect towing is not covered bywarranty.

IMPORTANT Contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership to have the system checked.

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take the tow hook from its housing in
the boot and carefully clean the threaded
housing on the vehicle before using it;tighten the vehicle's tow hook in its
place for about 11 turns.

IMPORTANT The largest work angle ofthe cable to fix on the tow hook must notexceed 15°, as shown in fig. 179.

179159) Move the ignition device to ON andthen to STOP, without opening the door.
160) The brake servo and theelectromechanical power steering will notwork while the vehicle is being towed. You
will therefore need to apply more force on
the brake pedal and steering wheel. Do notuse flexible ropes when towing, and avoid
jerky movements. During towing, make surethat the trailer hitch does not damage any
components it is touching. When towing thecar, you must comply with all specific traffic
regulations and adopt an appropriate
driving behaviour. Do not start the engine
while towing the car. Before tightening thering, clean the threaded housing thoroughly.
Make sure that the ring is fully screwed into
the housing before towing the car.

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SERVICING AND CARESCHEDULED SERVICING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158
ENGINE COMPARTMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
BATTERY RECHARGING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .170
SERVICING PROCEDURES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171
LIFTING THE VEHICLE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .173
WHEELS AND TYRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174
BODYWORK. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175

Correct servicing permits the performance of the vehicle to be
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This chapter explains how.

SERVICING AND CARESCHEDULED SERVICINGPERIODIC CHECKS

Correct servicing is crucial for
guaranteeing a long life for the vehicle
under the best conditions.
For this reason, Alfa Romeo has planneda series of checks and maintenance
operations at fixed distance intervals
and, for versions/markets, where
provided, at fixed time intervals, as
described in the Service Schedule.
Before each service, it is always
necessary to carefully follow the
instructions in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan (e.g. periodically check level of
fluids, tyre pressure, etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by an Alfa
Romeo Dealership according to a set
time schedule. If, during each operation,in addition to the ones scheduled, theneed arises for further replacements or
repairs, these may be carried out with theowner's explicit consent only.
IMPORTANT Scheduled Servicing
operations are required by the
Manufacturer. Failure to have them
carried out may invalidate the warranty.
It is advisable to inform the Alfa Romeo
Dealership of any small operating
irregularities without waiting for the next
service.

Every year or 1,000 km or before long
journeys, check and top up, if necessary:engine coolant level;
brake fluid level (if insufficient, see an
Alfa Romeo dealership as soon as
possible);windscreen washer fluid level;tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system(headlights, direction indicators, hazard
warning lights, etc.);
operation of screen washing/wiping
system and positioning/wear of wiper
blades.
Every 3,000 km, check and top up if
required: engine oil level.

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DEMANDING USE OF THE CAR
If the vehicle is used in one of thefollowing conditions:
dusty roads;
short, repeated journeys (less than
3-5 mi (7-8 km)) at sub-zero outside
temperatures;
engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long periodsof inactivity;in the event of a long period ofinactivity;
the following checks must be carried out
more often than indicated in the
ScheduledService Plan:
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check front and rear disc brake pad
condition and wear;
check cleanliness of bonnet and bootlocks, cleanliness and lubrication of
linkage;visually inspect conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and hoses(exhaust/fuel system/brakes) and rubber
elements (gaiters/sleeves/bushes, etc.);
check battery charge and battery fluid
level (electrolyte);visually inspect conditions of theaccessory drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change engine
oil and replace oil filter;check and, if necessary, replace pollen
filter;check and, if necessary, replace aircleaner;check and, if necessary, replace the
Bad Fuel fuel filter (where available).

SERVICE SCHEDULE (2.0 T4 MAir petrol engine versions)
The checks listed in the Service Schedule, after reaching 90,000 mi (150,000 km)/10 years, must be cyclically repeated startingfrom the first interval, thus following the same intervals as before.
Thousands of miles

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Check battery charge status with the proper instrument

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Check quick tyre repair kit recharge conditions/expiry date
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Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, boot, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel warning
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protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel system, brakes),
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(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping up after having checked that the system is not damaged(2) If the vehicle diagnostics shows that the oil quality is lower than 20%, changing the engine oil and filter is advised.

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Thousands of miles

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Years

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and adjust jets, if necessary

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Replace Transfer Case oil (for AWD versions)●

Spark plug replacement●(4)

Replace accessory drive belt/s(3) The actual interval for changing engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signalled by thewarning light or message in the instrument panel. Anyway, it must never exceed 1 year.
(4) Areas that are not dusty: recommended maximum mileage 36,000 mi (60,000 km). The belt must be replaced every 4 years, regardless of
distance travelled. Dusty areas and/or heavy conditions (cold climates, urban driving, long periods of idling): the recommended maximum distanceis 18,000 mi (30,000 km). The belt must be replaced every 2 years, regardless of distance travelled.

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120

135

150

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Change the brake fluid
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(5) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 9,000 mi (15,000 km).
(6) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, irrespective of the mileage.
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SERVICING AND CARESCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN (2.2 JTD diesel engine versions)
The checks listed in the Service Schedule, after reaching 120,000 mi (200,000 km)/10 years, must be cyclically repeated startingfrom the first interval, thus following the same intervals as before.
Thousands of miles

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60

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96

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120

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Years

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Check quick tyre repair kit recharge conditions/expiry date
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indicators, hazard warning lights, boot, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel warning
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protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel system, brakes),
rubber elements (gaiters, sleeves, bushes, etc.)

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position/wear

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(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping
up after having checked that the system is not damaged.
Alfawiki.nl(2) If the vehicle diagnostics shows that the oil quality is lower than 20%, changing the engine oil and filter is advised.

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and adjust jets, if necessary●

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cleanliness and lubrication of linkage

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and operation of pad wear indicators

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and operation of pad wear indicators

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Change engine oil and replace oil filter●

Replace Transfer Case oil (for AWD versions)Replace engine oil centrifuge filter (blow-by)●●

Replace accessory drive belt/s(4)Replace the toothed timing drive belt

(4)(3) The actual interval for changing engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signalled by thewarning light or message in the instrument panel. In any case it must not exceed 2 years. If the car is used mainly for urban driving or fuel notstrictly compliant with European Specifications EN590 is used, it is advisable to change the oil and replace the filter every year.
(4) Areas that are not dusty: recommended maximum mileage 60,000 mi (100,000 km). The belt must be replaced every 5 years, regardless of
distance travelled. Dusty areas and/or heavy conditions (cold climates, urban driving, long periods of idling): the recommended maximum distance
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is 36,000 mi (60,000 km). The belt must be replaced every 3 years, regardlessof distance travelled.

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Thousands of miles

12

24

36

48

60

72

84

96

108

120

Thousands of kilometres

20

40

60

80

100

120

140

160

180

200

Years

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(5) If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 12,000 mi (20,000 km).
(7) If the vehicle runs on fuel with quality below the relevant European specification, this filter must be replaced every 12,000 mi (20,000 km).
(6) The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, irrespective of the mileage.
(o) Recommended operations(●) Mandatory operations

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62)

Version - 2.0 T4 MAir engine, fig. 180

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1. Engine oil filler 2. Primary engine cooling reservoir plug 3. Brake fluid reservoir cap access cover 4. Windscreen/headlights
washer fluid reservoir cap 5. Secondary engine cooling reservoir plug

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Version - 2.2 JTD engine, fig. 181

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1. Engine oil filler 2. Primary engine cooling reservoir plug 3. Brake fluid reservoir cap access cover 4. Windscreen/headlights
washer fluid reservoir cap 5. Secondary engine cooling reservoir plug

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ENGINE OIL
163)
63)

IMPORTANT It is advisable to check theoil level indication before long journeys.
The engine oil level can be seen on the
instrument panel display every time theengine is started, or on the Connect
system display by activating on the main
menu (MENU button) the following
functions in sequence: “Apps”; “My Car”
and “Oil Level”.
Check on the display using the 6 notches
that the oil level is between MIN andMAX level: 1 notch MIN level, 6 notches
MAX level. If the oil level indication
reaches the first red mark, add oil
through the filler 1, considering that eachnotch shown on the display corresponds
to approximately:
2.0 T4 MAir engine
0.055 UK gal (250 ml).
2.2 JTD engine
0.040 UK gal (150 ml).
64)

IMPORTANT Make sure not to add too
much engine oil when topping up. Engine
oil in excess may damage the engine.
Have the car checked. Never exceed the
MAX level when topping up engine oil. It

is advisable to check the oil level inintermediate steps on the display.
IMPORTANT The oil level is not refreshed
immediately on the display after topping
up. Consequently, wait for the oil level tobe refreshed on the display following toprocedure shown below.
Top-up and oil level indication update
on display
If a top-up is needed, proceed as follows
to ensure correct indication of the oillevel on the display:
2.0 T4 MAir engine
with the vehicle level, run the engine
for approximately 5 minutes(temperature higher than 176 °F (80°C))
and then stop the engine;
start the engine again and idle it for
about 2 minutes.
2.2 JTD engine
with the vehicle level, run the engine
until the second oil temperature notch
lights up on the display on the instrument
panel, then stop the engine;
wait for at least 3 minutes, turn theignition switch to ON without starting theengine and wait for 20 seconds.

IMPORTANT If the indication is notcorrect after the procedure, contact an
Alfa Romeo Dealership.

IMPORTANT The oil dipstick in the engine
compartment, on versions with 2.2 JTD
engine, must be used ONLY if the oil levelsensor is faulty. The latter condition isindicated by thesymbol which willappear on the instrument panel.
The manual engine oil level checking
procedure must be carried out, whennecessary, on a cold engine only.
Never attempt to carry out the manualengine oil checking procedure (using thedipstick) with the engine hot. Contact
with the surrounding hot engine parts
could cause burns.
This operation is permitted only for thetime actually needed to restore correct
operation of the oil level sensor at an Alfa
Romeo dealership.
Engine oil consumption
65)
4)

The maximum engine oil consumption isusually 088 lb (400 grams) every 620 mi(1000 km). When the car is new, theengine needs to be run in; therefore theengine oil consumption can only beconsidered stabilised after the first
3100 - 3730 mi (5000 - 6000 km).

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ENGINE COOLANT FLUID
164)
66)

If the level is below the MIN mark,remove the reservoir cap and top up withsuitable fluid (see the "Fluids andlubricants" paragraph in the "Technical
data" chapter), until it reaches the MAX
mark.

IMPORTANT Never attempt to remove
the cap with radiator or expansion tankhot: DANGER OF SCALDING!
WASHER FLUID FOR WINDSCREEN/
HEADLIGHTS165) 166)

The windscreen and headlights washer
fluid reservoir (where available) is
equipped with a telescopic filler.
If the level is too low, remove reservoir
cap 4 and lift the filler then add the fluid
described in the "Technical
Specifications" chapter.

IMPORTANT With a low fluid level(indicated by the dedicated symbol
appearing on the instrument panel
display), the headlight washer systemdoes not work, even though the screen
washers continue to work.

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BRAKE FLUID
Check that the fluid is at the max. level. If
the liquid level in the tank is insufficient,contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership tohave the system checked.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONACTIVATION SYSTEM OIL
5)

The transmission control oil level should
only be checked at an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.

USEFUL ADVICE FOR EXTENDING THE
LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and makeit last longer, observe the following
instructions:when you park the car, ensure that thedoors, tailgate and bonnet are closed
properly, to prevent any lights fromremaining on inside the passenger's
compartment;
switch off all roof lights inside the car:the car is however equipped with asystem which switches all internal lights
off automatically;
do not keep accessories (e.g. radio,hazard warning lights, etc.) switched on
for a long time when the engine is notrunning;
before performing any operation on
the electrical system, disconnect thenegative battery
cable.
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If, after purchasing the car, you wish to
install electrical accessories which
require permanent electrical supply (e.g.
alarm, etc.) or accessories which
influence the electrical supply
requirements, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership, whose qualified staff will
evaluate the overall electricalconsumption.

IMPORTANT If the battery was
disconnected, do not start the engine
immediately after reconnecting theterminals, but press the start button,
without operating the pedals, to turn on
the instrument panel and then start theengine.
Thesymbol on the instrument panel
will remain on, indicating that thesteering must be initialised. To do this,turn the steering wheel from one end tothe other and bring it back to the centre
position within 30 seconds from starting
the engine. If any red warning lights on
the instrument panel remain lit, stop theengine, wait for at least 5 seconds andrepeat the starting procedure describedabove.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
under 50% for a long time, the battery isdamaged by sulphation, reducing its
capacity and efficiency at start-up. The

battery is also more prone to the risk offreezing (at temperatures as high as 14°F (-10°C)).
BATTERY
167) 168) 169) 170)
6)

The battery does not require theelectrolyte to be topped up with distilledwater. A periodic check carried out at an
Alfa Romeo Dealership is, however,necessary to check efficiency.
Follow the battery manufacturer's
instructions for maintenance.

WARNING
161) Never smoke while working in theengine compartment: gas and inflammablevapours may be present, with the risk of fire.
162) Be very careful when working in theengine compartment when the engine is hot:
you may get burned. Do not get too close to
the radiator cooling fan: the electric fan may
start; danger of injury. Scarves, ties andother loose clothing might be pulled bymoving parts.
163) If the engine oil is being topped up, wait
for the engine to cool down before loosening
the filler cap, particularly for vehicles withaluminium cap (where provided). WARNING:
risk of burns!

164) The cooling system is pressurised. If
necessary, only replace the plug withanother original or the operation of thesystem may be adversely affected. Do notremove the reservoir plug when the engine ishot: you risk scalding yourself.
165) Do not travel with the windscreen
washer fluid reservoir empty: thewindscreen washer is essential for
improving visibility. Repeated operation of
the system without fluid could damage or
cause rapid deterioration of some systemcomponents.
166) Some commercial additives forwindscreen washer fluid are flammable. The
engine compartment contains hot
components which may start a fire.
167) Battery fluid is poisonous andcorrosive. Avoid contact with the skin andeyes. Keep open flames away from thebattery and do not use objects that might
create sparks: risk of explosion and fire.
168) Using the battery with insufficient
fluid irreparably damages the battery andmay cause an explosion.
169) If the vehicle must remain unused for along time at a very low temperature, remove
the battery and take it to a warm place, toavoid freezing.
170) When performing any operation on thebattery or near it, always protect your eyeswith special goggles.

IMPORTANT62) Be careful not to confuse the various
types of fluids while topping up: they are notcompatible with each other! Topping up withan unsuitable fluid could severely damage
your vehicle.
63) The oil level must never exceed the MAX
reference.
64) If the MAX mark is exceeded (last notchon the right turns red) after the top-up, go to
an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as
possible to have the oil in excess removed.
65) Do not add oil with specifications otherthan those of the oil already in the engine.
66) Use a fluid of the same type as that
already present in the reservoir for any
topping up of the engine cooling system. The
fluid cannot be mixed with other types ofantifreeze fluids. In the event of topping up
with an unsuitable product, under nocircumstances start the engine and contact
an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

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BATTERY RECHARGINGIMPORTANTIMPORTANT NOTES171) 172)4) Used engine oil and oil filters contain
substances which are harmful to theenvironment. To change the oil and filters, we
advise you to contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
5) Used transmission fluid contains
substances that are harmful to theenvironment. You are advised to contact an
Alfa Romeo Dealership for oil changes.
6) Batteries contain substances which arevery dangerous for the environment. For
battery replacement, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.

IMPORTANT Before using the charging
device, always make sure that it isappropriate for the installed battery,with constant voltage (below 14.8 V) and
low amperage (maximum 15 A).
IMPORTANT Recharge the battery in awell ventilated environment.

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remove the access cover fig. 183;

IMPORTANT Never charge or recharge afrozen battery: it may explode becauseof the nitrogen trapped inside the ice
crystals.
IMPORTANT At all times while charging
or recharging the battery, make sure thatany sparks or open flames are kept
sufficiently far away from the battery.
IMPORTANT Before using any devices tocharge or to maintain the charge of thebattery, carefully follow the instructions
provided with the device in order toproperly and safely connect it to the carbattery.
You can recharge the battery without
disconnecting the wires of the electricalsystem of the car.
To reach the battery, remove the load
platform inside the luggage
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compartment fig. 182;

170

183

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remove the protective cover 1
fig. 184 and connect the positive cableterminal of the charger (usually red) tothe positive terminal (+) of the battery;connect the negative terminal of thecharger (usually black) to nut 2 next tothe negative terminal (-) of the battery, as
shown in fig. 184;

access cover to the battery
compartment.

IMPORTANT If a "quick-type" battery
charger is used with the battery fitted on
the vehicle, before connecting it
disconnect both cables of the battery
itself. Do not use a "quick-type" battery
charger to provide the starting voltage.
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The vehicle is equipped with an IBS(Intelligent Battery Sensor), which is able
to measure the charge and discharge
voltage and calculate the charge level
and the general condition of the battery.
The sensor is placed next to the negative
terminal (-) of the battery.
For a correct charge/discharge
procedure, the charge voltage must go
through the IBS sensor.
Turn the charger on and follow the
instructions on the user's manual tocompletely recharge the battery;when the battery is charged, turn the
charger off before disconnecting it fromthe battery;first disconnect the black cableterminal of the battery charger and thenthe red cable terminal;
refit the protective cover of thepositive terminal of the battery and the

WARNING171) The process of charging or recharging
the battery produces hydrogen, a flammablegas that can explode and cause serious
injury.
172) When charging or recharging thebattery, always follow the precautions
listed.

SERVICING PROCEDURES173) 174) 175)67) 68) 69) 70) 71) 72) 73)

AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE
73) 74)

To ensure the best possible performance,
the air conditioning system must be
checked and undergo maintenance at an
Alfa Romeo Dealership at the beginningof the summer.

WINDSCREEN WIPER
Raising the windscreen wiper blades("Service position" function)
The "Service position" function allows thedriver to replace the windscreen wiper
blades more easily. It is also
recommended to activate this function
when it is snowing and to make it easierto remove any dirt deposits in the area
where the blades are normally
positioned, when washing.
Activation of the function
To activate this function disable thewindscreen wiper (ring nut fig. 185 inposition O) before setting the ignition
device to STOP.

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This function can only be activated within
2 minutes of setting the ignition device
to STOP.
To activate this function, move the lever
upwards (unstable position) for at least
three seconds.

WARNING

186

185

fit the new blade, inserting the tab in
the dedicated housing in the arm andchecking that it is locked;
lower the wiper arm onto thewindscreen.
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If, after using the function, the ignition
device is set back to ON with the blades
in a position other than rest position (atthe base of the windscreen), they will only
return to rest position following acommand given using the stalk (stalkupwards, into unstable position) or whena speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) is exceeded.
Replacing the windscreen/rearscreen
wiper blades
Proceed as follows:
lift the wiper arm, press theattachment spring tab fig. 186 andremove the blade from the arm;

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IMPORTANT Do not operate thewindscreen wiper with the blades liftedfrom the windscreen.
Windscreen/rear window washer
The screen washer jets are located on thewindscreen wiper arms, the rear screen
wiper arm and the rear spoiler. If there isno jet of fluid, firstly check that there is
fluid in the reservoir (see paragraph“Engine compartment” in this chapter).
Then check that the nozzle holes are notclogged; use a needle to unblock them ifnecessary.

Alfawiki.nl173) The air intake system (air cleaner,rubber hoses, etc.) can be a protection in thecase of blowbacks from the engine. DO NOTREMOVE this system unless you need tocarry out repair or servicing operations.
Before starting the engine, ensure that thesystem has not been removed: failure toobserve this precaution may result in serious
injury.
174) Exhaust emissions are very dangerous,
and may be lethal. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colourless, odourless gas which
can cause fainting and poisoning if inhaled.
175) The exhaust system may reach hightemperatures and may cause a fire if thevehicle is parked on flammable material. Dry
grass or leaves can also catch fire if theycome into contact with the exhaust system.
Do not park or use the vehicle in a place inwhich the exhaust system might come into
contact with flammable material.

IMPORTANT67) Incorrect servicing of the vehicle or
failure to carry out operations or repairs(when necessary) may lead to more
expensive repairs, damage to othercomponents or have a negative impact on
the vehicle performance. Have any
malfunction inspected immediately by an
Alfa Romeo Dealership.

68) The vehicle is equipped with fluids which
are optimised or protecting its performanceand life and extending service intervals. Do
not use chemicals for washing thesecomponents since they may damage theengine, the gearbox or the climate control
system. This damage is not covered by thevehicle’s warranty. If any component needs
to be washed due to malfunctioning, use only
the specific liquid for that procedure.
69) An excessive or insufficient amount of
oil inside the base is extremely damaging to
the engine. Make sure it is always at an
adequate level.
70) Vehicles equipped with catalytic
converter must be fuelled only with unleaded
petrol. Leaded petrol would permanently
damage the catalytic converter andeliminate its ability to reduce polluting
emissions, seriously compromising theengine performance, which would be
irreparably damaged. If the engine does notwork correctly, especially if it starts
irregularly or if there is a reduction of its
performance, immediately go to an Alfa
Romeo Dealership. Prolonged and faulty
operation of the engine may cause
overheating of the converter and, as aconsequence, possible damage to theconverter and the vehicle.
71) Using a gearbox fluid different from thatapproved may compromise gearshifting
quality and/or cause vibration of the
gearbox itself.

72) It is recommended to have the vehicle
serviced by an Alfa Romeo Dealership. When
carrying out normal periodic operations andsmall servicing interventions personally on
the vehicle, it is recommended to use
suitable equipment, genuine spare parts andthe necessary fluids. Do not carry out any
interventions if you don't have the necessary
experience.
73) Always require the use of only
compressor coolants and lubricants
approved and suitable for the specific air
conditioning system fitted on the vehicle.
Some non-approved coolants are flammableand may explode, with the risk of injuries. The
use of non-approved coolants or lubricants
may adversely affect system efficiency,
leading to expensive repairs.
74) The air conditioner system contains
coolant under high pressure: to avoid injuries
to people or damage to the system, any
coolant addition or repair that requires todisconnect the cables must be carried out by
an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

LIFTING THE VEHICLE
If the car needs to be jacked up, go to an
Alfa Romeo Dealership which is equippedwith shop jacks and jack arms.
The vehicle lifting points are marked onsymbols (seethe side skirts with thefig. 187 ).

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SERVICING AND CAREWHEELS AND TYRESIMPORTANT Using snow chains withtyres with non-original dimensions may
damage the vehicle.

identify the cause and correct it as soon
as possible, by contacting an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.

176) 177) 178)

SNOW CHAINS
75)

Rear Wheel Drive and All-wheel drive
versions
It is possible to fit 0.51 in (13 mm) chainson all the tyres except for R20.
We recommend using snow chainsavailable from the Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
Important notes
The use of snow chains should be incompliance with local regulations of eachcountry. In certain countries, tyres
marked with code M+S (Mud and Snow)
are considered as winter equipment;
therefore their use is equivalent to thatof the snow chains.

IMPORTANT The snow chains may be
applied only to the rear wheel tyres.
Installing them on the rear wheel tyres
could damage the suspension andtransmission.
Check the tension of the snow chains
after the first few metres have been
driven.

IMPORTANT Using different size or type
(M+S, snow, etc.) tyres between front andrear axle may adversely affect vehicle
driveability, with the risk of losing controlof the vehicle and resulting accidents.
SUGGESTIONS ABOUT THE ROTATION
OF THE TYRES
The front and rear tyres are subject todifferent loads and stress due tosteering, manoeuvres and braking. For
this reason they are subject to unevenwear.
To prevent this problem, the tyres should
be rotated at the appropriate time (6000/ 9000 mi (10000 / 15000 km)).
Inverting the tyres means moving themto different positions on the same side of
the car (front to back and vice versa).
IMPORTANT Crossing the tyres is notadvised, so placing a tyre on a different
axle on the other side of the car is
impossible.
Tyre rotation contributes to thepreservation of the grip and traction
performance on wet, muddy or snowy
roads, guaranteeing optimal driveabilityof the vehicle.
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WARNING
176) The road holding qualities of the caralso depend on the correct inflation pressureof the tyres.
177) If tyre pressure is too low, it may
overheat and be severely damaged as aresult.
178) Never submit alloy rims to repainting
treatments requiring the use of
temperatures exceeding 150°C. The
mechanical properties of the wheels could
be impaired.

IMPORTANT75) Keep your speed down when snow chainsare fitted; do not exceed 50 km/h (or theequivalent in miles). Avoid potholes, do not
drive over steps or sidewalks and do not
drive long distances over roads withoutsnow, to avoid damaging both your vehicle
and the road surface.

BODYWORKPRESERVING THE BODYWORKPaintwork
76)

7)

Touch up abrasions and scratches
immediately to prevent the formation ofrust.
Some parts of the car may be covered
with a matt paint which, in order to be
maintained intact, requires special care:see the instructions in the warning at theend of this paragraph.

transmission in a car wash that moves it,
you must do the following:
make sure that the car is on a flat
surface and that automatic engagementof the parking brake when the engine isswitched off is disabled (for how todisable it, refer to the “Electric parking
brake” section in the “Starting anddriving” chapter);with the car stationary, the gear in N
(Neutral) and the brake pedal up: press
the start button. The car will remain in N
(Neutral) for 15 minutes, after which P(Park) mode will be activated.

77)

To correctly wash the car, follow these
instructions:
if high pressure jets or cleaners areused to wash the vehicle, keep a distanceof at least 15.7 in (40 cm) from the
bodywork to avoid damage or alteration.
Build up of water could cause damage tothe car in the long term;
to make it easier to remove any dirt
deposits in the area where the blades arenormally located it is recommended toposition the windscreen wipers vertically(service position), for more information
consult the “Servicing procedures”
paragraph in this chapter.
If you want to wash a car with automatic

IMPORTANT76) In order to preserve the aesthetic
appearance of the paint abrasive products
and/or polishes should not be used forcleaning the vehicle.

77) Avoid washing with rollers and/or
brushes in washing stations. Wash thevehicle only by hand using neutral pH
detergents; dry it with a wet chamois leather.
Abrasive products and/or polishes should
not be used for cleaning the car. Bird
droppings must be washed off immediately
and thoroughly as the acid they contain isparticularly aggressive. Avoid (if at all
possible) parking the vehicle under trees;
remove vegetable resins immediately as,
when dried, it may only be possible to remove
them with abrasive products and/or polishes,
which is highly inadvisable as they could alter
the typical opaqueness of the paint. Do not
use pure windscreen washer fluid forcleaning the front windscreen and rearwindow; dilute it min. 50% with water. Onlyuse pure screen washer fluid when strictly
necessary due to outside temperature
conditions.

IMPORTANT
7) Detergents pollute the environment. Only
wash your vehicle in areas equipped tocollect and treat wastewater from this typeof activity.

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TECHNICAL DATAIDENTIFICATION DATA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178
ENGINE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179
RIMS AND TYRES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181
DIMENSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184
WEIGHTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185
REFUELLING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .189
PERFORMANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192
FUEL CONSUMPTION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .193
CO2 EMISSIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .194
PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING THE VEHICLE
AT THE END OF ITS LIFE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195

Everything you may find useful for understanding how your vehicle
is made and works is contained in this chapter and illustrated withdata, tables and graphics.
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want to know every detail of their vehicle.

TECHNICAL DATAIDENTIFICATION DATAVEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
is stamped on a plate on the front left
corner of the dashboard trim fig. 188,
which can be seen from outside thevehicle, through the windscreen.

This number is also stamped on the
chassis at the front left shock absorberand can be seen by opening the bonnet
fig. 189.

189

188

VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER(VIN) PLATE
The plate is located on the left side front
door pillar fig. 190 and shows the data
about:
1: correct value of smoke coefficient(for Diesel engines);
2: name of the manufacturer,
type-approval number of the car,identification number of the car, max.
permitted weights;
3: engine identification, type variant
version, spare part number, colour code,
additional information.

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2.0 T4 MAir engine

200 HP

280 HP

Cycle

Otto

Otto

Number and position of cylinders

4 in line

4 in line

Piston bore and stroke (mm)84 / 90

84 / 90

Total displacement (cm³)

1995

1995

10 ± 0.35

10 ± 0.35

Compression ratio
Maximum power (ECE) (kW)

148

206

Maximum power (ECE) (HP)

200

280

Corresponding engine speed (rpm)

4500

5250

Maximum torque (ECE) (Nm)

330

400

Maximum torque (ECE) (kgm)

33.6

40.8

1750

2250

Corresponding engine speed (rpm)
Fuel

Unleaded petrol 95 R.O.N. (EN228 specifications)

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2.2 JTD Engine

180 HP

210 HP

Cycle

DieselDieselNumber and position of cylinders

4 in line

4 in line

Piston bore and stroke (mm)83 / 99

83 / 99

Total displacement (cm³)

2143

2143

15.5 ± 0.4

15.5 ± 0.4

Compression ratio
Maximum power (ECE) (kW)

133

154

Maximum power (ECE) (HP)

180

210

Corresponding engine speed (rpm)

3750

3750

Maximum torque (ECE) (Nm)

450

470

Maximum torque (ECE) (kgm)

45.9

47.9

1750

1750

Corresponding engine speed (rpm)
Fuel

Automotive diesel fuel (EN590 and EN16734 specifications)

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RIMS AND TYRESRIMS AND TYRES PROVIDED
179)

Version

2.0 T4 MAir engine
2.2 JTD Engine

WheelsTyres

17 x 7.5J

225/65 R17 102V

17 x 8J

235/65 R17 104V

18 x 8J

235/60 R18 103W

19 x 8J

235/55 R19 101Y

20 x 8.5J

255/45 R20 105VSpace saver spare wheel(where provided)

195/75 R18 106P

NOTE The approved tires are given in the vehicle registration document.

IMPORTANT Using tyres of a different size, type, brand or design at the front and rear may adversely affect car driveability. We
recommend using tyres approved by the manufacturer. The manufacturer cannot determine if unapproved tyres are suitable for use
and therefore cannot guarantee vehicle safety in those conditions.
IMPORTANT It is possible to install winter tyres of the same size as those given in the registration document. We recommend wintertyres with a speed index "V" and load index equal to or greater than those of the original ones.

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TECHNICAL DATACOLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE
When the tires are warm, the inflation pressure should be + 0.3 bar (4.4 psi) in relation to the recommended figure. However, recheckthat the value is correct with the tyre cold.
If it is necessary to raise the vehicle, refer to the "Raising the vehicle" paragraph in the "In an emergency" chapter.
2.0 T4 MAir and 2.2 JTD engines
Unladen/medium load

Full load

Tyres
Front

Rear

Front

Rear

225/65 R17

2.1 (30.5 psi)

2.3 (33.4 psi)

2.3 (33.4 psi)

2.6 (37.7 psi)

235/65 R17

2.1 (30.5 psi)(*)

2.3 (33.4 psi)(*)

2.3 (33.4 psi)(*)

2.6 (37.7 psi)(*)

235/60 R18

2.1 (30.5 psi)(*)

2.3 (33.4 psi)(*)

2.3 (33.4 psi)(*)

2.6 (37.7 psi)(*)

235/55 R19

2.1 (30.5 psi)

2.3 (33.4 psi)

2.3 (33.4 psi)

2.6 (37.7 psi)

255/45 R20

2.1 (30.5 psi)

2.3 (33.4 psi)

2.3 (33.4 psi)

2.6 (37.7 psi)

195/75 18(Space-saver wheel)

3.0 (43.5 psi)(*) Suitable pressures for all types of tyres (summer and winter)

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SNOW CHAINS
78)

Rear Wheel Drive and All-wheel drive versions
It is possible to fit 0.51 in (13 mm) chains on all the tyres except for R20.
We recommend using snow chains available from the Alfa Romeo Dealership.
Important notes
The use of snow chains should be in compliance with local regulations of each country. In certain countries, tyres marked with code
M+S (Mud and Snow) are considered as winter equipment; therefore their use is equivalent to that of the snow chains.

IMPORTANT The snow chains may be applied only to the rear wheel tyres. Installing them on the rear wheel tyres could damage thesuspension and transmission.
Check the tension of the snow chains after the first few metres have been driven.
IMPORTANT Using snow chains with tyres with non-original dimensions may damage the vehicle.
IMPORTANT Using different size or type (M+S, snow, etc.) tyres between front and rear axle may adversely affect vehicle
driveability, with the risk of losing control of the vehicle and resulting accidents.
WARNING
179) If winter tyres with a lower speed rating than that indicated in the Registration Document are used, do not exceed the maximum speed
corresponding to the speed rating of the tyres used.

IMPORTANT78) Keep your speed down when snow chains are fitted; do not exceed 50 km/h. Avoid potholes, do not drive over steps or sidewalks and do not
drive long distances over roads without snow, to avoid damaging both your vehicle and the road surface.

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TECHNICAL DATADIMENSIONS
Dimensions are expressed in inches/millimeters and refer to the car equipped with its original tyres. Height is measured with anunladen vehicle, with the driver fig. 191.

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A

B

C

D

E

F

G

H

I

33.9/861

110.9/
2818

39.7/1008

185.5/
4687

65.8/1671

63.5/1613

65.1/1653

85.2/2163

74.9/1903

Small variations with respect to the reported values are possible depending on the dimensions of the rims.

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WEIGHTS
Weights (kg)2.0 T4 MAir engine
200 HP

280 HP

Unladen weight (with all fluids, fuel tank filled to 90% and without optional equipment)

1660

1660

Payload including the driver (*)

640

640

– front axle

1070

1070

– rear axle

1320

1320

– total

2300

2300

– braked trailer

2000

2300

– trailer without brakes

750

750

Maximum load on roof

75

75

Maximum load on tow hitch (trailer with brakes)

80

95

Maximum permitted loads (**)

Towable loads(*) If special equipment is fitted (trailer towing equipment, etc.) the empty weight will increase and consequently the payload will decrease in relation
to the maximum permitted loads.
(**) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or on the load platform within the
maximum permitted loads.

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Weights (kg)2.2 JTD Engine
180 HP RWD

210 HP AWD

Unladen weight (with all fluids, fuel tank filled to 90% and without optional equipment)

1604

1659

Payload including the driver (*)

671

671

– front axle

1055

1080

– rear axle

1310

1330

– total

2275

2330

– braked trailer

1700

2300

– trailer without brakes

750

750

Maximum load on roof

75

75

Maximum load on tow hitch (trailer with brakes)

64

95

Maximum permitted loads (**)

Towable loads(*) If special equipment is fitted (trailer towing equipment, etc.) the empty weight will increase and consequently the payload will decrease in relation
to the maximum permitted loads.
(**) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or on the load platform within the
maximum permitted loads.

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REFUELLING
2.0 T4 MAir engine
Fuel tank (UK gal / litres)

14 UK gal / 64 lt

including a reserve of (UK gal / litres)

2.11 UK gal / 9.6 lt

Main tank cooling system (UK gal / litres)

2.10 UK gal / 9.55 lt

Secondary tank cooling system (UK gal / litres)

1.15 UK gal / 5.25 lt

Engine sump and filter (UK gal / litres)

1.14 UK gal / 5.2 lt

Hydraulic brake circuit (UK gal / litres)

0.2 UK gal / 0.9 lt

Windscreen washer fluid reservoir (UK gal / litres)

0.9 UK gal / 4.1 lt

Automatic transmission AWD (UK gal / litres)

2.05 UK gal / 9.3 lt

Automatic transmission RWD (UK gal / litres)

2.07 UK gal / 9.4 lt

RDU 230-LSD differential (UK gal / litres)

0.2 UK gal / 0.9 lt

RDU 210-eLSD differential (if present) (UK gal / litres)

0.3 UK gal / 1.4 lt

RDU 210/215-LSD differential (UK gal / litres)

0.24 UK gal / 1.1 lt

AWD System FAD transfer case (UK gal / litres)

0.11 UK gal / 0.5 lt

AWD System TRANSFER CASE (UK gal / litres)

0.15 UK gal / 0.7 lt

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2.2 JTD Engine
Fuel tank (UK gal / litres)

12.76 UK gal / 58 lt
14 UK gal / 64 lt (*)

including a reserve of (UK gal / litres)

1.76 UK gal / 8 lt

Main tank cooling system (UK gal / litres)

1.96 UK gal / 8.9 lt

Secondary tank cooling system (UK gal / litres)

1.12 UK gal / 5.1 lt

Engine sump and filter (UK gal / litres)

0.88 UK gal / 4 lt

Hydraulic brake circuit (UK gal / litres)

0.2 UK gal / 0.9 lt

Windscreen washer fluid reservoir (UK gal / litres)

0.92 UK gal / 4.2 lt

Automatic transmission, 2.2 JTD engine (UK gal / litres)

2 UK gal / 9.1 lt

Differentials and reduction gears RDU 230-TV (UK gal / litres)-

RDU 230-LSD differential (UK gal / litres)

0.2 UK gal / 0.9 lt

RDU 210-eLSD differential (if present) (UK gal / litres)

0.31 UK gal / 1.4 lt

RDU 210/215-LSD differential (UK gal / litres)

0.24 UK gal / 1.1 lt

AWD System FAD transfer case (UK gal / litres)

0.11 UK gal / 0.5 lt

AWD System TRANSFER CASE (UK gal / litres)

0.15 UK gal / 0.7 lt(*) For markets where provided.

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FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTSYour vehicle is equipped with an engine oil that has been thoroughly developed and tested in order to meet the requirements of the
Scheduled Servicing Plan. Constant use of the prescribed lubricants guarantees the fuel consumption and emission specifications.
Lubricant quality is crucial for engine operation and duration.
79)

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONSENGINE LUBRICATION

Use

Features

Specification

Original fluids andlubricants

Replacement interval

2.0 T4 MAir engine

SAE 0W-30
ACEA C2
API SN

9.55535–GS1

SELENIA DIGITEK P.E.
0W-30
Contractual Technical
Reference No.F020.B12

According to Scheduled
Servicing Plan

2.2 JTD 180 CV Engine

SAE 0W-20
ACEA C2

9.55535–DSX

SELENIA W.R. FORWARD
0W-20
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F013.K15

According to Scheduled
Servicing Plan

2.2 JTD 210 CV Engine

SAE 0W-30
ACEA C2

9.55535–DS1

SELENIA W.R. FORWARD
0W-30
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F842.F13

According to Scheduled
Servicing Plan

If lubricants conforming to the specific request are not available, products that meet the indicated specifications can be used to topup; in this case optimal performance of the engine is not guaranteed.

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TECHNICAL DATA

Use

Features

Specification

Original fluids andlubricantsApplications

ATF Synthetic lubricant

9.55550-AV5

TUTELA TRANSMISSION
AS 8Contractual Technical
Reference No. F139.I11

Automatic transmission

SAE 75W-85 synthetic
lubricant9.55550-DA9

TUTELA TRANSMISSIONLS AXLE FLUID
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F059.N15

Differential
RDU 230-LSD RDU
210-eLSD RDU 210/215-LSD

SAE 75W-80 APL
GL-5 synthetic lubricant

9.55550-DA10

TUTELA TRANSMISSIONHYPOIDE GEAR OIL
Contractual Technical
Reference no. F060.N15

AWD System FAD
transfer case

SAE 75W synthetic
lubricant9.55550-DA11

TUTELA TRANSMISSION
TRANSFER CASE
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F061.N15

AWD System TRANSFERCASENLGI 0-1 low friction
coefficient grease forconstant velocity joints

9.55580-GRAS II

TUTELA STAR 700
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F701.C07

Differential side constantvelocity joints

NLGI 1-2 molybdenum
disulphide grease for hightemperatures

9.55580-GRAS II

TUTELA ALL STAR
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F702.G07

Wheel side constantvelocity joints

DOT 4

9.55597

TUTELA BRAKE FLUID
EXTREME HT
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F001.N15

Hydraulic brakes andclutch controls

CUNA NC 956–16
ASTMD3306

9.55523

PARAFLU UP
Contractual Technical
Reference N°F101.M01

Use rate 50% Not
mixable with different
formulation products. (*)

Lubricants and greases
for drive transmission

Lubricants and greases
for drive transmission

Brake fluid

Protective agent forradiators(*) When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh weather conditions, we recommend using a 60% mixture of PARAFLU UP and 40% demineralised
water.
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Features

Specification

Original fluids andlubricantsApplications

Windscreen washer
fluid

CUNA NC 956-11

9.55522

PETRONAS DURANCE
SC 35
Contractual Technical
Reference N° F001.D16

To be used diluted orundiluted in windscreen
washer/wiper systems

Diesel fuel additive

Antifreeze additive fordiesel fuel for diesel
engine protection

TUTELA DIESEL ART
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F601.L06

To be mixed with diesel
fuel (25 cc per 10 litres)

HVAC

R1234yf or R134a(depending on market)

Use

IMPORTANT79) The use of products with different specifications than those indicated above could cause damage to the engine that is not covered by thewarranty.

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TECHNICAL DATAPERFORMANCE
Top performance after the initial period of car usage.

Maximum speed mph (km/h)

Acceleration from 0-62 mph (100 km/h)
sec.

2.0 T4 MAir 200 HP AWD engine

134 mph (215 km/h)

7.2

2.0 T4 MAir 280 HP AWD engine

143 mph (230 km/h)

5.7

2.2 JTD 180 HP RWD engine

130 mph (210 km/h)

7.6

2.2 JTD 210 HP AWD engine

134 mph (215 km/h)

6.6

Versions

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FUEL CONSUMPTIONFUEL CONSUMPTION
The fuel consumption figures given in the table below are determined on the basis of the type-approval tests laid down by specific
European Directives.

IMPORTANT The type of route, traffic conditions, weather conditions, driving style, general condition of the car, trim
level/equipment/accessories, use of the climate control system, car load, presence of roof racks and other situations that adversely
affect the aerodynamics or wind resistance lead to different fuel consumption values than those measured.
IMPORTANT The fuel consumption will get more regular only after having driven the first 1850 mi (3000 km).
FUEL CONSUMPTION ACCORDING TO THE CURRENT EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE (litres/62mi (100 km))
Versions

Urban

Extra-urban

Combined

2.0 T4 MAir 200 HP AWD engine

8.9

5.9

7.0

2.0 T4 MAir 280 HP AWD engine

8.9

5.9

7.0

2.2 JTD 180 HP RWD engine

5.5

4.3

4.7

2.2 JTD 210 HP AWD engine

5.5

4.4

4.8

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CO2 EMISSIONSThe CO 2 emission levels given in the following table refer to combined consumption.
CO EMISSIONS2ACCORDING TO THE EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE IN FORCE (g/km)

Versions
2.0 T4 MAir 200 HP AWD engine

161

2.0 T4 MAir 280 HP AWD engine

161

2.2 JTD 180 HP RWD engine

124

2.2 JTD 210 HP AWD engine

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PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF ITS LIFE
(for markets where provided)
For years, Alfa Romeo S.p.A. has pursued a global commitment to protect and respect the environment by continually improving its
production processes and developing increasingly "eco-compatible" products. To grant customers the best possible service in termsof respecting environmental laws and in response to European Directive 2000/53/EC governing vehicles at the end of their life, Alfa
Romeo S.p.A. is offering its customers the chance to hand over their car at the end of its life without incurring any additional costs.
The European Directive sets out that when the vehicle is handed over the last keeper or owner should not incur any expenses as aresult of it having a zero or negative market value.
To hand your car over at the end of its life without extra cost, contact one of our dealerships if you are purchasing another car or an
Alfa Romeo S.p.A.-authorised collection and scrapping centre. These centres have been carefully chosen to offer high quality service
for the collection, treatment and recycling of vehicles at their end of life, respecting the surrounding environment.
You can find further information on these collection and scrapping centres either from an Alfa Romeo S.p.A. dealership or by callingthe number in the Warranty Booklet or by consulting the Alfa Romeo S.p.A. website.

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MULTIMEDIAROAD SAFETY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
RECEPTION CONDITIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
CARE AND MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .198
ANTITHEFT PROTECTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
IMPORTANT NOTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199
CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200
CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204
INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206
RADIO MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .206
MEDIA MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
Bluetooth® SOURCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
USB/iPod/AUX SUPPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .207
PHONE MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .208
NAVIGATION MODE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209
APPS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209
SETTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210
VOICE COMMANDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .212

This chapter describes the main functions of the Connect systemAlfawiki.nl(6.5” and 8.8” displays) that can be fitted on the vehicle.

MULTIMEDIAROAD SAFETY180) 181)

Learn how to use the various system
functions before setting off.
Read the instructions for the systemcarefully before setting off.

RECEPTION CONDITIONS(where provided)
Reception conditions change constantly
while driving. Reception may beinterfered with by the presence of
mountains, buildings or bridges,
especially when you are far away fromthe broadcaster.

IMPORTANT The volume may be
adjusted when receiving traffic
information and news.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
80) 81)

Observe the following precautions toensure the system is fully operational:
the display lens should not come into
contact with pointed or rigid objects
which could damage its surface; use asoft, dry anti-static cloth to clean and do
not press.
never use alcohol, petrols andderivatives to clean the display lens.
prevent any liquid from entering thesystem: this could damage it beyond
repair.

ANTITHEFT PROTECTION

IMPORTANT NOTESThe system is equipped with an anti-theftprotection system based on theexchange of information with theelectronic control unit (Body Computer)on the vehicle.
This guarantees maximum security andprevents the system from being used onother cars in the event of theft. If
necessary contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.

Look at the screen only and when it isnecessary and safe. If you need to look at
the screen for a long time, pull over to asafe place so as not to be distracted
while driving.
Immediately stop using the system in theevent of a fault. Otherwise the system
might be damaged. Contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership as soon as possible tohave the system repaired.

WARNING180) Follow the safety rules here below:
otherwise serious injuries may occur to theoccupants or the system may be damaged.
181) If the volume is too loud this can be
dangerous. Adjust the volume so that you
can still hear background noises (e.g. horns,
ambulances, police vehicles, etc.).

IMPORTANT80) Only clean the front panel and thedisplay with a soft, clean, dry, anti-static
cloth. Cleaning and polishing products may
damage the surface. Do not use alcohol orsimilar products to clean the panel or the
display.
81) Do not use the display as a base forsupports with suction pads or adhesives forexternal navigators or smartphones orsimilar devices.

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MULTIMEDIACONTROLSCONTROLS ON TUNNEL

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Tunnel control summary table
ON/OFF control and Volume (1)ActionFunction

LONG PRESS

switches the Connect system on and off.

ROTATION

clockwise to increase the volume, counter-clockwise to decrease thevolume.

SHORT PRESS

Switches the system on if it is off.
In Radio mode: activates/deactivates the Mute function.
In Media mode: activates play/pause.

MOVE TO THE SIDEIn Radio mode: to the right, selects the next radio station, to the left,
selects the previous radio station.
In Media mode: to the right, selects the next track, to the left, selects
the previous track.

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OPTION button (2)Pressing the "Option" button from within the (”RADIO”, “MEDIA”, “PHONE”, “NAVIGATOR”) modes will open the "Settings" screen of
the corresponding mode. Press it again to go back to the previously selected mode.
Rotary Pad (3)ActionFunction

ROTATION

Within the Menus: scrolls the menu items.
In Navigation mode (where provided): zoom function on the maps.

PUMP

Within the Menus: confirms the selection.

BRIEF MOVEMENT TO THE RIGHT

Within the Menus: accesses to the sub-menu of the selected function.
In Navigation mode (where provided), in the Explore map: to move tothe right on the map.

BRIEF MOVEMENT TO THE LEFT

Within the Menus: returns to the previous menu; Esc function.
In Navigation mode (where provided), in the Explore map: to move tothe left on the map.

BRIEF UPWARD MOVEMENT

Within the Menus: enter the Multitasking menu and closes thepreselection bar.
In Navigation mode (where provided), in the Explore map: to move
upwards on the map.

BRIEF DOWNWARD MOVEMENT

Activates the radio preselection.
In the Menus: enters the preselection bar and closes the Multitasking
menu.
In Navigation mode (where provided), in the Explore map: to move
downwards on the map.

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MULTIMEDIATOUCHPAD controls(where provided)
The top surface of the Rotary Pad is a touchpad device and can be used to operate some controls
Function

ActionWhere:

writingEnter letters, symbols andnumbers

Data input screens

scroll left
Data input screens

Delete lettersmovement to open and close
Map screen

Zoom

scrollDrag

Map screen

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MENU button (4)Opens the main menu.

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MULTIMEDIACONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEELDESCRIPTION
The controls for the main system functions are present on the steering wheel to make control easier.
The activation of the function selected is controlled, in some cases, by how long the button is pressed (short or long pressure) as
described in the table below.

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Button(1)
ActionFunction

SHORT PRESS

In Radio mode: selects the next radio station.
In Media mode: selects the next track.

LONG PRESS

In Radio mode: scan higher frequencies until released.
In Media mode: fast forward track.

Button(2)
ActionSHORT PRESS

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Function
In Radio mode: selects the previous radio station.
In Media mode: selects the previous track.

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Function
In Radio mode: scan lower frequencies until released.
In Media mode: fast rewind track.

LONG PRESS

Voice command button (3)ActionFunction

SHORT PRESS

Activate voice commands

LONG PRESS

Close the voice session immediately.

Phone button (4)answer/close a call or show the recent calls list.
Volume Control (5)ActionFunction

ROTATION

upwards: increases volume.
downwards: decreases volume.

SHORT PRESS

In Radio mode: activates/deactivates the Mute functions.
In Media mode: activates play/pause.
In Phone mode: activates/deactivates the microphone Mute function.

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MULTIMEDIAINTRODUCTION

RADIO MODE

The system can be controlled through theRotary Pad. By turning it, you cannavigate the menus, by pressing it, you
can activate/confirm the selections, andby pushing it left you go back to thepreceding screen.

After the desired radio station has been
selected, the following information isshown on the display fig. 200:20011056S0006EM

1 - control bar:
Favourites List;
Next;
Previous;
Stations List;
Tuner seek;
Frequency band.
2 - name of the radio being played and thefavourite symbol if the station is store in
the list;
3 - active frequency band logo;
4 - transmitted programme type;
5 - current station frequency;
6 - preset number (if the current stationis stored).

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Audio
The following settings are available in the“Audio” menu present in the Options
menu (Option button):
Bass;
Treble;Mid;
Balance/Fade;
Volume/Speed;
Surround Sound (where provided);
AUX volume comp.;
Restore settings.

MEDIA MODE

Bluetooth® SOURCE

USB/iPod/AUX SUPPORTIMPORTANT Applications used on
portable devices may be not compatible
with the Connect system.

Pairing a Bluetooth® audio device
Proceed as follows:
activate the Bluetooth® function on thedevice;press the MENU button, select the“SETTINGS” function by turning andpressing the Rotary Pad;
select “Infotainment”;
select the Bluetooth® device;select "Add device";search for the Connect system on theBluetooth® audio device (during thepairing stage a screen is displayed
showing the progress of the operation);
select the device to be paired;when requested by the audio device,enter the PIN code shown on the system
display or confirm on the device the PIN
displayed;
if the pairing procedure is completed
successfully, a dedicated screen isdisplayed;
the “Bluetooth®” can be reached also
by pressing the OPTION button in the
PHONE or MEDIA functions. The lattercan be selected by turning and pressing
the Rotary Pad in the main menu (MENU
button).

There may be up to four USB ports in thecar, two under the air conditioner control
panel, one in the glove compartment in
the central tunnel and two (recharge only)
under the air vents behind the central
tunnel. An AUX socket inside the glove
compartment in the central tunnel.

Track selection (Browse)
With MEDIAfig. 201 mode active, briefly/
buttons to play thepress the/previous/next track or keep the
buttons pressed to fast
rewind/forward the track.

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IMPORTANT If the Bluetooth® connection
between mobile phone and system islost, consult the mobile
phone handbook.
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PHONE MODE
PHONE mode can be activated from themain menu (MENU button) by turning andpressing the Rotary Pad.

IMPORTANT The mobile phone audio istransmitted through the car’s audio
system; the system automatically mutes
the system audio when the PHONE
function is used.
IMPORTANT For compatible cell phone
list and support operations, contact
Customer Service 00 800 2532 0000.

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The following control bar appears on thedisplay fig. 202:
Dial;
Recent calls;
Favourites;
Contacts;
Text messages;
End call;with call in progress:
Dial;
Recent calls;
Transfer to device;
Contacts;
Mute;
End call.

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Pairing a mobile phone
Proceed as follows:
activate the Bluetooth® function on thedevice;press the MENU button, select the“SETTINGS” function by turning andpressing the Rotary Pad;
select “Infotainment”;
select the Bluetooth® device;select "Add device";search for the Connect system on theBluetooth® audio device (during thepairing stage a screen is displayed
showing the progress of the operation);when requested by the audio device,enter the PIN code shown on the system
display or confirm on the device the PIN
displayed;when the pairing procedure iscompleted successfully, a dedicatedscreen is displayed;
the “Bluetooth®” can be reached also
by pressing the OPTION button in the
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MEDIA functions. The lattercan be selected by turning and pressing

the Rotary Pad in the main menu (MENU
button).
Making a phone call
Proceed as follows:
selecting the "Recent calls" icon;
selecting the "Contacts" icon;
selecting the "Dial" icon.

NAVIGATION MODE
(where provided)

IMPORTANT In the interest of safety andto reduce distractions while you are
driving, you should always plan a route
before you start driving.

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To plan a route, do the following:
Activate the NAVIGATION mode by
selecting it in the main menu fig. 203;
Activate the "Set destination"function;
To enter the address, select the item toadd (Country, City) on the circular keypad,choosing the keys to compose thedesired name; proceeding with keying in
the letters, the system automaticallycompletes the word and on the right ofthe display offers a list of options that
apply to the entered letters. You can now
either complete the word or go to the listof suggestions by moving the Rotary Pad

to the right or by pointing to “OK” andpressing the Rotary Pad.
Or
Select an address on the "Recent
destinations" list.
Or
Select an address on the "Favourite
destinations" list.
Once the desired destination has beenset, select "Start navigation" function.
The system suggests three alternatives
according to the set criteria (fastest, notoll routes etc.); select the preferredalternative using the Rotary Pad.
With navigation started, using the control
bar on the display, you can choose fromthe following options:Interrupt navigation: lets you interrupt
navigation;
Navigation volume: allows to set themessage volume;
Route management: lets you refine
your route choice, offering a series of
options;
Route Preview: this is used to see apreview of the planned route;
Zoom: lets you enlarge/reduce themap;
Map explore: lets you move within the
map.

APPS
APPLICATIONS mode can be activatedfrom the main menu (MENU button) by
turning and pressing the Rotary Pad.

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The display will show the following
information:"My car": lets you see a series of
information linked to the car status;"Efficient drive": this lets you see somedriving style parameters;"Use and service": lets you consult the
car's user manual.

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MULTIMEDIASETTINGS
To access the user-programmablefunctions, open the main menu bypressing the MENU button, then selectSETTINGS by turning and pressing theRotary Pad.
The following items can be found in thismenu fig. 205:
Lights;Units & Language;
Clock and Date;
Safety;Driver assistance;
Doors & Locks;
Control panel;
Infotainment;
System.

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settings can be modified when this modeis selected:
Twilight Sensor;
Follow me;
Cornering lights;
Flash Lights with Lock;
Daytime running lights;
Courtesy lights;
Interior lights;
Automatic High Beam;
Restore settings.
Units & Language
To access the "Units and Language"
function, select it by turning the Rotary
Pad and activate it by pressing on theknob itself. The following settings can be
modified when this mode is selected:
Units;
Language;
Restore settings.
Clock and Date
To access the “Clock & Date” function,
select it by turning the Rotary Pad andpress the Rotary Pad to activate. The
following settings can be modified when
this mode is selected:
Sync with GPS Time;
Set time;
Time format;
Set Date;
Restore settings.

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SafetyTo access the “Safety” function, select itby turning the Rotary Pad and press the
Rotary Pad to activate.
The following settings can be modified
when this mode is selected:
Speed Limiter
This lets you activate/deactivate thefunction warning that you have exceeded
the set speed.
Speed Limiter Speed
Lets you set the speed limit value. Byturning the Rotary Pad, the speed
increases by 5 mph (5 km/h), on rotation,from a minimum of 20 mph (30 km/h) to a
maximum of 110 mph (180 km/h).
Forward Collision Warning
Allows you to select the intervention
readiness for the anti-collision system.
Available options are:
"Status": lets you activate/deactivate
the system (where provided);"Mode": used to set the following
operating modes: Warning-brake,
warning, off (where provided);"Sensitivity": allows you to select theintervention readiness for the system
according to the distance of the obstacle(near, average, far).
Lane Departure WarningThis function can be used to select the"readiness" of the Lane Departuresystem to intervene. Available options
are:“Sensitivity": allows you to select theintervention readiness for the system(high, low).
Blind Spot Alert
This function can be used toactivate/deactivate the acoustic warning
linked to the presence of objects in theblind spot of the door mirror.
Passenger side airbag (where fitted)
Lets you activate/deactivate the front
passenger airbag function. When thefunction is accessed, the system willdetect the activation/deactivation statusof the airbags and confirm change ofstatus. Press the Rotary Pad to continue.
The air bag status is visible through the
LED next to the status icon on thedashboard.
Passenger protection activated: the ON
LED switches on with a steady light.
Passenger protection deactivated: theOFF LED switches on with a steady light.
Seat belt reminderThis function appears only if the seat belt
reminder was deactivated and allows toreactivate it.
Driver assistance
To access the “Driver assistance”
function, select it by turning the Rotary
Pad and press the Rotary Pad to activate.

This function can be used to carry out thefollowing adjustments:
ParkSense
This function can be used to select thetype of warning provided by the
ParkSense system.
Available options are:“Mode”: the following options areavailable in this function: “Sound”, thesystem notifies the driver of thepresence of an obstacle by means ofauditory signals only, by means of the
speakers in the car or “Sound andDisplay”, the system notifies the driver ofthe presence of an obstacle by means ofauditory signals (by means of the
speakers in the car) and visual signals, on
the instrument panel display.
"Audio": allows to select the volume of
the acoustic warnings provided by the
ParkSense system, the available options
are: "High", "Medium" or "Low".
Rear view camera(where provided)
This function can be used to carry out thefollowing adjustments:"View": lets you activate viewing thecamera on the display;“Switch-Off Delay": allows you to delay
switching the camera off by a few
seconds when reverse gear isdisengaged.

Alfawiki.nl"Camera Guidelines": Allows you toactivate the display of the dynamic
guidelines that indicate the route of thevehicle.
Automatic parking brake
This function allows you toactivate/deactivate the automaticparking brake engagement uponswitching off the engine.
Brake service(where provided)
This function permits the activation of
the procedure to carry out braking
system servicing.
Automatic mirror closing
This function activates/deactivates
automatic folding of the mirrors when the
doors are locked/unlocked.
Restore settings
This function allows you to delete thesettings from this menu.
Access the functions and select thesetting by turning and pressing theRotary Pad.
Doors & Locks
To access the “Doors & Locks” function,
select it by turning the Rotary Pad andpress the control to activate it. The
following settings can be modified when
this mode is selected:
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Unlock all doors on exit;
Passive entry (where provided);
Door Unlock On Entry (where
provided);Horn w/Remote Start (forversions/markets where provided);Sound Horn with Lock (where
provided);
Auto Relock (where provided);Electric tailgate (where provided);
Automatic tailgate opening (where
provided);
Restore settings.
Control panel
To access the “Cluster” function, select itby turning the Rotary Pad and press the
Rotary Pad to activate. The following
settings can be modified when this modeis selected:
Warning buzzer volume;
Trip B;Show telephone info;
Show audio info;
Show Navi info;
Restore settings.

Infotainment
To access the “Infotainment” function,
select it by turning the Rotary Pad andpress the Rotary Pad to activate. The
following settings can be modified when
this mode is selected:
Screen Off;
Splitscreen (where provided);
Audio;
Bluetooth;Radio;Media;
Phone;
Navigation (if present);
Apps.
SystemTo access the “System” function, select itby turning the Rotary Pad and press the
Rotary Pad to activate. The following
settings can be modified when this modeis selected:
Automatic activation;
Switch-off delay;
Update Software;
Map update;
Clear personal data;
Restore settings.

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VOICE COMMANDSIMPORTANT For languages notsupported by the system, voicecommands are not available.
To use the voice commands, press the
button on the steering wheel controls
and say the function you want to activate
aloud.
The following lists give the main word foreach command.
Radio functions
button lets you activate theThefollowing functions:
Tune into the station < XXX>
Tune to the frequency < XXX>
Add to favourites
Show Available StationsShow Favourite StationsFMAM
DAB (where provided)
SiriusXM (where provided)
Media function
button lets you activate theThefollowing functions:
Display Album
Play Album
Display Artist
Play Artist
Display Composer
Play ComposerDisplay GenrePlay Genre
Display Playlist
Play Playlist
Play song
Play All
Display all the albums
Display all the artists
Display all the composers
Display all the genres
Display all the playlists
View all songs
Activate shuffle
Deactivate shuffle
Change Source to Aux
Change Source to USB 1
Change Source to USB 2
Change Source to Bluetooth
NOTE These controls are valid on devices
connected to the system via USB ports
and not through the Bluetooth® system.

Navigation functions(where provided)The
button lets you activate thefollowing functions:Navigate to < address>
Favourites
Set 2D map
Set detailed 3D map
Set overhead view
Route preview
Start navigation
Stop navigation
Repeat instructionsShow map
Find the nearest < point of interest>

Telephone function
The
button lets you activate thefollowing functions:
Dial < XXX>
Call < XXX>
RedialShow contacts
Show all calls
Show missed calls
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION AND RECOMMENDATIONSWARNINGLUGGAGE COMPARTMENT
In the event of an accident or sharp braking, any object placed on the curtain may be projected into the passenger compartment, and risk hurting
the occupants.
INTERIOR FITTINGS
Do not travel with the storage compartment open: it may injure the front seat occupants in the event of an accident.
INTERIOR
Never use flammable products, such as petrol ether or rectified petrol to clean the inside of the car. The electrostatic charges which are generated
by rubbing during the cleaning operation may cause a fire.
Do not keep aerosol cans in the car: they might explode. Aerosol cans must not be exposed to a temperature exceeding 50°C. When the vehicle is
exposed to sunlight, the internal temperature can greatly exceed this value.
There must be no obstacles on the floor underneath the pedals; make sure that mats are always flat and do not interfere with the pedals.
Do not use aggressive organic substance such as: gasoline, kerosene, oil, acetone or solvents.
POWER SUPPLY
Modifications or repairs to the supply system that are not carried out correctly or do not take the system technical specifications into account cancause malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION SYSTEMSThe catalytic converter and particulate filter (DPF) reach very high temperatures during operation. Therefore do not park the vehicle on flammablematerials (e.g. grass, dry leaves, pine needles, etc.): fire hazard.

IMPORTANTLUGGAGE COMPARTMENT
To avoid damaging the blind, do not place heavy objects on it.
INTERIOR
Never use alcohol, petrols and derivatives to clean the dashboard and instrument panel lens.

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INDEX“Alfa DNA” system . . . . . . . . . . . .110
ABS (system). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Active Cruise Control . . . . . . . . . .115
Active safety systems. . . . . . . . . . .66
AFS function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
AirbagFront airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Side airbags . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Airbag (SRS supplementary
restraint system) . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Alarm. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Automatic dual-zone climate
control system . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
Automatic transmission. . . . . . . . .107
Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169
Battery recharging . . . . . . . . . . . .170
Bodywork (cleaning andmaintenance) . . . . . . . . . . . . .175
Bonnet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Brakesbrake fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . .168
Broken-down vehicle towing . . . . . .155
BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring). . . . . . .70
Carrying children safely . . . . . . . . .85
Checking levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . .165
Child protection systems . . . . . . . . .85
Child safety device. . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Climate control system . . . . . . . . . .30

CO2 emissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . .194
Control panel and on-board
instruments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200
Controls on steering wheelsummary table . . . . . . . . . . . .204
Controls on tunnel . . . . . . . . . .200
Tunnel control summary table . . .200
CONTROLS ON THE STEERINGWHEEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204
Cruise Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113
Daytime running lights (DRL) . . . . . .24
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .184
Dipped beam headlights (bulbreplacement). . . . . . . . . . . . . .139
Dipped headlights . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Direction indicators (changing abulb) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
Doors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Driving assistance systems . . . . . . .70
Driving modes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110
DTC (system) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
Dusk sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Electric parking brake. . . . . . . . . .105
Electric steering wheel heating . . . . .22
Electric sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
Electric windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .179
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engine coolant level. . . . . . . . .168

Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . .165
Engine Immobilizer (system) . . . . . . .13
Engine oil
consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167
level check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
External lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Fluids and lubricants . . . . . . . . . .189
Fog lights (bulb replacement) . . . . .140
Forward. . . . Collision. . . . . .Warning. . . . . (system). . . . . . . .72
Front ceiling light. . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Front fog lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Front light cluster with main
beam/dipped beam halogen
headlights (bulb replacement) . . .139
Front light cluster with main
beam/dipped beam Xenon gas
discharge headlights (bulbreplacement). . . . . . . . . . . . . .140
Front seat electric heating . . . . . . . .19
Front seats (electric adjustment) . . . .18
Front seats (manual adjustments). . . .18
Fuel consumption . . . . . . . . . . . .193
Fuel cut-off system . . . . . . . . . . .155
Fuse boxes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .141
Fuses (replacement) . . . . . . . . . . .141
Hazard warning lights . . . . . . . . . .136
Emergency braking . . . . . . . . . .136
HDC (system) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

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Head restraints. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Headlight alignment adjustment . . . .26
Headlight alignment corrector. . . . . .26
HSA (Hill Start Assist) system . . . . . .67
i-Size child restraint systems . . . . . .91
Identification data . . . . . . . . . . . .178
Ignition device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Important information andrecommendations . . . . . . . . . .214
Interior lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
ISOFIX child restraint system(installation) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89
Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .153

Keys

electronic key . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Lane Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
Lane Departure Warning System . . .124
Lifting the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . .173
Light bulbs
types of bulbs . . . . . . . . . . . . .137
Light switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Luggage compartment tailgate . . . . .35
Main beam headlights . . . . . . . . . .26
Automatic main beam headlights . .26
Main beam headlights (changing abulb) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .139
Occupant protection systems. . . . . .79

Paintwork (cleaning andmaintenance) . . . . . . . . . . . . .175

Park Sensors system . . . . . . . . . .122
Parking lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Parking the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . .105
Passive Entry (system) . . . . . . . . . .15
PBA (Panic Brake Assist) system . . . .67
Performance (top speed) . . . . . . . .192
Power Lock (device) . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Pre-tensioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Load limiters . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83
Prescriptions for handling thevehicle at the end of its life . . . . .195
Rain sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
RCP system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72
Rear Back-up Camera / Dynamic
Gridlines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125
Rear seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Rear view mirrors . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Rear window wiper/washer . . . . . . .29
Reconfigurable TFT display . . . . . . .42
Refuelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187
Refuelling procedure . . . . . . . . . .127
Refuelling the vehicle . . . . . . . . . .127
Replacing a bulb . . . . . . . . . . . . .136
Replacing an external bulb . . . . . . .139
Rims and tyres . . . . . . . . . . .174 ,181
Rims and tyres provided . . . . . . . .181
SBA (Seat Belt Alert) . . . . . . . . . . .81
SBA (Seat Belt Alert) system . . . . . .81
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Scheduledservicing . . . . . . . . . . .158

Scheduled servicing plan (2.2 JTD
diesel engine versions) . . . . . . . .162
Screen wiper/washer . . . . . . . . . . .28
Smart washing function . . . . . . . .29
Seat belts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80
Seats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Service schedule (2.0 T4 MAir
petrol engine versions). . . . . . . .159
Servicing procedures . . . . . . . . . .171
Side bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Side lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Snow chains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .174
Speed Limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112
SRS (supplementary restraint
system) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96
Start & Stop Evo . . . . . . . . . . . . .111
Starting the engine. . . . . . . . . . . .104
Starting with flat key battery . . . . . .12
Steering lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
TC (Traction Control) system . . . . . .67
TFT Display (3.5”) . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
TFT Display (7”). . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
The keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Tire Repair Kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150
Towing the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . .155
Towing trailers . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129
TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring
System). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76

Tyres (inflation pressure) . . . . . . . .182
Use of the Owner Handbook . . . . . . .3
Vehicle changes/alterations . . . . . . .5
Vehicle identification number . . . . .178

Warning lights and messages . . . . . .48
Washer fluid forwindscreen/headlights. . . . . . . .168
Weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .185
Wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181

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Wheels and tyres . . . . . . . . . . . . .174
Window bag . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100
Windscreen wiper . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
replacing wiper blades . . . . . . . .172

FCA Italy S.p.A. - MOPAR - Technical Services - Service Engineering
Largo Senatore G. Agnelli, 3 - 10040 Volvera - Turin (Italy)
Print no. 603.93.074- 02/2017- 1 Edition

Alfawiki.nlΓΝΗΣΙΑ ΑΝΤΑΛΛΑΚΤΙΚΑ ΚΑΙ ΑΞΕΣΟΥΑΡ ALFA ROMEO
ΙΔΑΝΙΚΑ ΓΙΑ ΤΟ ΑΥΤΟΚΙΝΗΤΟ ΣΑΣ, ΑΠΟ ΤΗΝ ΠΡΩΤΗ ΩΣ ΤΗΝ ΤΕΛΕΥΤΑΙΑ ΛΕΠΤΟΜΕΡΕΙΑ
Τα γνήσια ανταλλακτικά και αξεσουάρ της Alfa Romeo πληρούν τις αυστηρές προδιαγραφές σχεδίασης και παραγωγής τωνεξαρτημάτων που χρησιμοποιούνται στη γραμμή συναρμολόγησης για να ικανοποιήσουν τις τεχνικές απαιτήσεις της νέας σας
Alfa Romeo και να αναδείξουν το στυλ και τις επιδόσεις της. Υπόκεινται σε αυστηρές εξετάσεις έγκρισης τύπου και ποιοτικούς
ελέγχους προκειμένου να ανταποκριθούν στα πρότυπα σχετικά με την ασφάλεια και την προστασία του περιβάλλοντος.
Ολα τα εξαρτήματα της νέας σας Alfa Romeo, από το πιο μικρό λαμπάκι έως τα πιο σύνθετα μηχανικά, ηλεκτρικά και ηλεκτρονικά
συστήματα, έχουν σχεδιαστεί για να λειτουργούν σε αρμονία και να σας εξασφαλίζουν μια άνεση και ασφαλή οδήγηση,προστατεύοντας πλήρως το περιβάλλον. Τα γνήσια αξεσουάρ αναδεικνύουν στο μέγιστο βαθμό το στυλ του νέου αυτοκινήτου σας.
Εμπιστευτείτε τηνεμπειρία και την ποιότητα των εξουσιοδοτημένων κέντρων της Alfa Romeo για να βρείτε την πλήρη
γκάμα των ανταλλακτικών και των αξεσουάρ της Alfa Romeo.
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