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  • Page 2 What’s more, every single component of the Alfa 147 GTA is fully recyclable. At the end of your car’s useful lifespan, any Alfa Romeo dealer would be pleased to make arrangements for your car to be recycled.
  • Page 3 VERY IMPORTANT! FUEL CAPACITY Ronly use unleaded petrol with no less than 95 R.O.N. STARTING THE ENGINE Engines with mechanical transmission: make sure the handbrake is pulled; put the gear lever into neutral; press the clutch pedal down to the floor without touching the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine starts.
  • Page 4 If after purchasing the car you wish to install accessories that need an electrical supply (with the risk of gradually draining the battery), contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services who will assess the overall electrical absorption and check whether the car system is able to withstand the load required.
  • Page 5 Network. Warranty Booklet The Warranty Booklet is delivered together with every new vehicle and contains the regulations tied to the services given by Alfa Romeo and to the warranty conditions. Correctly carrying out the scheduled services specified by the manufacturer is the best way to maintain the performance, safety characteristics and low running costs of your vehicle.
  • Page 6 The texts, illustrations and specifications given in this booklet refer to the vehicle at the time of going to press. As part of our ongoing striving to improve our products, Alfa Romeo may introduce technical changes during production, therefore the specifications and fittings may be altered without prior notice.

  • Page 7: The Alfa Romeo Code System

    (A-fig. 2) with metal insert and re- On some of the components making up mote control function. your Alfa 147 GTA, or near to them, To increase protection against attempted special coloured labels have been attached. The key remote control operates:...
  • Page 8 (both mechanical and electronic for vided. If you need assistance please contact emergency start up). your nearest Alfa Romeo Dealer or telephone The code numbers on the CODE card must free phone 0800 717000. be kept in a safe place, not in the car.
  • Page 9 To insert the metal insert in the key grip, OPENING THE TAILGATE The metal insert (A) of the key operates: keep the button (F) pressed and turn the – the ignition switch The tailgate can be opened from outside insert in the direction shown by the arrow –...
  • Page 10 Each time the car is started turning the ig- IMPORTANT Every key has its own IMPORTANT Turning on of the Alfa nition key to MAR, the Alfa Romeo CODE code, which must be memorised by the sys- Romeo CODE warning light (Y) when trav-...
  • Page 11 – using a finely-tipped screwdriver, turn formed, the battery should be replaced by device. Contact immediately the Alfa Romeo the opening device (C) and pull out the bat- a new one of the same type to be found c/o Authorized Service to have all the keys tery holder (D);...

  • Page 12: Electronic Alarm

    It also makes it possible to cut off the vol- umetric protection. A0A0010m IMPORTANT The engine inhibitor func- tion is guaranteed by the Alfa Romeo CODE system which is activated automatically when the ignition key is removed. fig. 6...
  • Page 13 (maximum 2 min- tem operating fault. It is therefore necessary utes or until the ignition key is set to MAR) to contact Authorised Alfa Romeo Services. the following should be borne in mind: A0A0005m fig. 7...
  • Page 14 – if the led continues flashing, but at dif- WHEN THE ALARM VOLUMETRIC PROTECTION ferent intervals than normal, this means that IS TRIGGERED To make sure that the protection system different attempts to break in have occurred. works correctly the side windows and sun- When the system is on, the alarm comes Through the number of flashes it is possi- roof (if fitted) must be properly shut.

  • Page 15: Ignition Device

    HOW TO CUT OFF IGNITION DEVICE IMPORTANT If the engine fails to start move the key back to STOP and repeat. THE ALARM SYSTEM SWITCH (fig. 8) The ignition switch has a safety device To deactivate the alarm system complete- which prevents passage to AVV when the ly (for instance during prolonged inactivity The key can be turned to one of four po-...
  • Page 16 STEERING LOCK DOORS WARNING When leaving the vehicle Engaging: always remove the key WARNING – move the key to STOP or PARK, then from the ignition to prevent any oc- remove the key and turn the steering wheel cupants of the vehicle from acci- Before opening a door, al- slightly to facilitate the locking action.
  • Page 17 OPENING/CLOSING CENTRAL LOCKING FRONT SEATS FROM INSIDE This allows central locking of the door locks. To open the door, pull the handle WARNING To engage central locking, the doors must (A-fig. 10). Any adjustments are to be be perfectly shut, otherwise, locking is de- To close the door, pull it;...
  • Page 18 LENGTHWISE ADJUSTMENT DRIVER’S SEAT HEIGHT TILTING THE BACK REST (fig. 12) ADJUSTMENT (fig. 12) (fig. 12) Raise the lever (A) and push the seat To raise the seat, pull the lever (B) up- To gain access to the rear seats, pull the backwards or forwards;...
  • Page 19 CENTRAL ARMREST (fig. 13) SEAT WARMING (fig. 14) REAR POCKETS (fig. 15) (for versions/markets (optional for versions/markets The armrest is adjustable and can be raised where applicable) where applicable) or lowered to the required position. The seat warming pad can be switched on The front seats are fitted with a pocket in To adjust, slightly raise the armrest, then and off using switch (A) on the outer side...

  • Page 20: Rear Seats

    REAR SEATS Removing the rear parcel shelf Total extension Proceed as follows: Proceed as follows: – free the ends of the two rods (A-fig. – position the seat belt buckles (A-fig. EXTENDING THE 16) supporting the parcel shelf (B) pulling 19) in their housings in the cushion;...
  • Page 21 – raise the headrests to the highest posi- Partial extension To bring the seat back to its tion, press both buttons (A-fig. 20) at the normal position For partial extension, proceed as follows: side of the two supports, then remove the Proceed as follows: headrests pulling them upwards.
  • Page 22 HEADREST ADJUSTMENT LUGGAGE WARNING (fig. 23) RETAINER NET Remember that headrests The car may be fitted with two headrests should be adjusted so that Present only on certain versions, the inte- for the side seats and, depending on the trim the nape, and not the neck, rests rior fittings are completed by the luggage re- level, it may also have a third headrest in...
  • Page 23 STEERING WHEEL REAR-VIEW MIRROR WARNING ADJUSTMENTS ADJUSTMENT Any adjustment of the steering wheel position must be carried out only with the The driver can adjust the steering wheel vehicle stationary. INNER position in rake and height. The mirror, fitted with a safety device that To do this, release the lever (A-fig.
  • Page 24 OUTER Folding (fig. 31) Defrosting/demisting (fig. 32) – In the event of need (for example when The electric mirrors are fitted with heat- Electric adjustment (fig. 30) the mirror causes difficulty in narrow spaces) ing coils which come into operation with –...
  • Page 25 Alfa Romeo Autho- rised Services. IMPORTANT With the ignition key at A0A0043m...

  • Page 26: Seat Belts

    IMPORTANT After locking the doors, SEAT BELTS WARNING keeping the corresponding button of the re- Improper use of power mote control pressed for about 2 seconds USING THE SEAT BELTS windows can be danger- causes automatic closing of the windows ous.
  • Page 27 To unfasten the seat belts, press button The rear seat is fitted with inertial seat belts WARNING (C). Guide the seat belt with your hand while with three anchor points with reel for the After tilting, when reset- side seats and for the centre seat (fig. 36). it is rewinding, to prevent it from twisting.
  • Page 28 FRONT SEAT BELT HEIGHT WARNING WARNING ADJUSTMENT To offer the highest level of After adjustment, always The front seat belt ring can take different protection, the rear seat check that the slider (B- positions which make it possible to adjust belts should be fastened as shown fig.
  • Page 29 To increase the efficiency of the front seat The pretensioner can only heres snugly to wearer’s chest and hips. belts, Alfa 147 GTA is fitted with pre- be used once. After a col- tensioning devices. Front seat pretensioners activate only if...
  • Page 30 Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. to the chest and pelvis. Seat belt qualified and authorised personnel. should always be worn in both the Always contact an Alfa Romeo Au- front and rear positions! Travelling thorized Service. without seat belt increases the risk of serious injury or death in the case of accident.
  • Page 31 Seat belts are also to be worn by expec- – After a serious accident, replace the belt WARNING tant mothers: the risk of injury in the case being worn at that time, even if it does not If the seat belt has been of accident is greatly reduced for them and appear damaged.

  • Page 32: Carrying Children Safely

    CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY For the best level of protection in the event of a crash, all occupants must travel seated and secured by suitable restraint systems. WARNING This is even more important for children. SERIOUS DANGER! Never place cradle child’s seats on the According to 2003/20/EC Directive, this front passenger seats of cars equipped with passenger air prescription is compulsory for all European...
  • Page 33 A0A0389m A0A0390m view of restraint systems, children are con- sidered as adults and wear belts normally. The Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo includes seats for each weight group, which are the recommended choice because they have been designed and specifically experiment- ed for Alfa Romeo cars.
  • Page 34 GROUP 2 GROUP 3 WARNING Starting from 15 to 25 kg in weight, chil- For children from 22 kg up to 36 kg the Seats exist which are suit- dren may be restrained directly by the car child’s chest is thick enough not to need the able for covering weight seat belts.
  • Page 35 PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON CHILD’S SEAT USE Alfa 147 GTA complies with the new EC Directive 2000/3 regulating child’s seat assembling on the different car seats according to the following table: Versions rear seats Group Range of weight...
  • Page 36 Below is a summary of the safe- 4) Always pull the tape to check that the FRONT AND SIDE ty rules to be observed when car- belts are buckled. AIR BAGS rying children: 5) All restraint systems are strictly for one 1) The recommended position for in- child only: never use for two children at the The car is fitted with front Air bags for the...
  • Page 37 FRONT AIR BAGS It is formed of a cushion that inflates in- In the event of a crash a person that is not stantaneously contained in a special recess: wearing the seat belt moves forwards and Description and operation may come into contact with the cushion –...
  • Page 38 MANUAL DEACTIVATION WARNING WARNING OF PASSENGER’S FRONT Please don’t apply stickers SERIOUS DANGER: AIR BAG or other objects to the The car is fitted Should it be absolutely necessary to car- steering wheel, to the air-bag cov- with front passenger’s air bag. ry a child on the front seat, the passenger’s er on the passenger's side or on the Never place cradle child’s seats on...
  • Page 39 SIDE AIR BAGS The bags inflate instantaneously, setting WARNING themselves between the body of the front (SIDE BAG - WINDOW BAG) Use the switch only with passengers and the car door. The bags de- The side bag and window bag have the the engine off and the ig- flate immediately afterwards.
  • Page 40 Romeo Authorized Services. folding. bag and the car interior may be covered with If the car is to be demolished, Alfa Romeo dusty residue: this may irritate the skin and Authorized Services should be contacted be- eyes. In the event of exposure, wash with forehand to have the system deactivated.
  • Page 41 Stop the car contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services to have the sys- tem checked immediately. WARNING WARNING Please don’t apply stickers...
  • Page 42 WARNING WARNING WARNING Turning the ignition key to The front Air bags are de- The air bag does not re- MAR the F warning light signed to be triggered for place the seat belts, but in- heavier crashes than the preten- creases their effectiveness.
  • Page 43 STEERING Sidelights (fig. 53) Main beams (fig. 55) WHEEL LEVERS The sidelights are switched on by turning To turn main beams on, set knurled ring the knurled ring from O to 6. to position 2, push the lever towards the dashboard (stable position);...
  • Page 44 One of the warning lights (R or E) will When low beams and fog lights turned Flashing (fig. 56) on, the external light control unit (integral come on on the instrument cluster at the The headlights are flashed pulling the lever into the Body Computer) can behave ac- same time.
  • Page 45 “Follow me home” device RIGHT-HAND LEVER Windscreen wiper - washer (fig. 58) (fig. 59-60) The right-hand lever is used to operate the This function allows the illumination of the windscreen wiper-washer and rearscreen The lever can be moved to five different space in front of the car for the length of wiper-washer.
  • Page 46 “INTELLIGENT WASHING” FUNCTION” Rain sensor (fig. 61) Turning the knurled ring (F-fig. 59) it is possible to increase the sensitivity of the Pulling the lever towards the steering The rain sensor (A), fitted only on cer- rain sensor, obtaining a quicker change from wheel (instable position) operates the wind- tain versions, is an electronic device com- stationary when the windscreen is dry, to...
  • Page 47 At each start, the rain sensor automatically Rearscreen wiper-washer Turning the knurled ring (A) from position (fig. 62-63) O to ' operates the rearscreen wiper in- stabilises at a temperature of about 40°C to eliminate any condensation from the con- termittently.

  • Page 48: Cruise Control

    CRUISE CONTROL The device is disengaged automatically in Ring (B) serves for memorising and main- any one of the following cases: taining the car speed or for increasing or low- ering the speed memorised. – pressing the brake pedal; Turn the ring (B) to (+) to memorise the GENERAL –...
  • Page 49 TO MEMORISE THE SPEED TO RESET TO INCREASE THE MEMORISED SPEED THE MEMORISED SPEED Move the ring (A) to ON and take the car to the required speed normally. Turn the ring If the device has been disengaged for ex- The speed memorised can be increased (B) to (+) for at least three seconds, then ample pressing the brake or clutch pedal,...
  • Page 50 If the device is faulty or not working, turn the ring It is advisable to engage the cruise control (A) to OFF and contact Alfa Romeo only when the conditions of the traffic or Authorised Services after checking road so permit under completely safe con- that the protection fuse is intact.
  • Page 51 DASHBOARD A0A0426m fig. 66 1. Side swivel air vents - 2. Fixed side window air vents - 3. Outer light control lever - 4. Speedometer with mileage recorder and trip recorder and headlamp aiming display - 5. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light - 6. Multifunction display - 7. Engine coolant fluid temperature gauge - 8.
  • Page 52 INSTRUMENT PANEL A. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light - B. Engine coolant fluid temperature gauge with maximum temperature warning light - C. Speedometer - D. Display (mileage recorder, trip meter and headlamp position display) - E. Reconfigurable multifunction display - F.
  • Page 53 IMPORTANT Refuelling shall always be perature is too high; in this case, stop the performed with engine off and ignition key engine and contact Alfa Romeo Authorised to STOP. If the engine is off but the key Services. is to MAR, a wrong fuel level could tem- porarily be indicated.
  • Page 54 RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY The reconfigurable multifunction display is Reconfigurable multifunction TELEPHONE display menu - Activation/deactivation of the following able to display all the useful and necessary items on the display: incoming or out- information when driving and a menu allows SPEED going phone call with name and/or the following adjustments and/or settings:...
  • Page 55 CONTROL BUTTONS (fig. 69-70) To use the information the reconfigurable multifunction display is able to give (with the ignition key at MAR) you should firstly familiarise with the control buttons (on the plate at the side of the steering column and on the top of the right lever) using them as described below. Be- fore doing anything you are also advised to read this chapter in full.
  • Page 56 DESCRIPTION OF THE MENU â ã The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a “circular fashion”, which can be selected through the buttons for access to the different select operations and settings (see examples “LANGUAGE” and “DATE” below); for further details, also refer to “Access to the menu screen”...
  • Page 57 INITIAL CHECK Turning the ignition key to MAR, the reconfigurable multifunction display shows the message CHECK ACTIVE: the diagnostic phase of all the electronic systems on the car has started, this lasts for about 4 seconds. If no faults are detected when the engine has started, the display shows the OK message.
  • Page 58 ACCESS TO MENU SCREEN After the INITIAL CHECK, with the car stationary and with the standard screen, it is possible to access the menu screen: press â ã To navigate use the buttons. Setting the limit speed is also possible with the car on the move. If the waiting time (no operation) is above 10 seconds, the standard screen or the screen that was active before pressing the button is restored automatically;...
  • Page 59 SPEED Wit this function it is possible to set the car speed limit which, if exceeded, automatically sounds a buzzer to alert the driver. To set the speed limit, proceed as follows: Return See INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS to standard screen TO THE MENU SCREEN â...
  • Page 60 TRIP B (ON/OFF) With this option it is possible to turn ON or OFF the TRIP B function (partial trip) which displays the figures relating to AVERAGE CONSUMPTION B , and during a “partial mission” contained in the “general mission. For further information see AVERAGE VELOCITY B TRAVEL TIME B TRAVEL DISTANCE B...
  • Page 61 TIME To adjust the clock (hours - minutes) proceed as follows: See INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS TO THE MENU SCREEN â ã Return to standard screen Menu screen â ã Each press on the â or ã â button increases or decreases ã...
  • Page 62 DATE To correct the date (day - month - year) proceed as follows: See INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS TO THE MENU SCREEN â ã Return to standard screen Menu screen â ã â ã Each press on the â or ã button increases or decreases by one unit.
  • Page 63 DST (SUMMER TIME) To activate/deactivate the summer time function (which corresponds to + 1 hour in relation to the daylight time), proceed as follows: See INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS TO MENU SCREEN â ã Return to standard screen Menu screen â...
  • Page 64 MODE 12/24 This function is used to set the clock in the 12 hour or 24 hour mode. To adjust, proceed as follows: See INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS TO THE MENU SCREEN â ã Return to standard screen Menu screen â...
  • Page 65 RADIO In the RADIO DISPLAY ON condition, when the radio is turned on, the display repeats the display on the front panel of the radio itself. To ac- tivate/deactivate this function, proceed as follows: See INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS TO THE MENU SCREEN â...
  • Page 66 TELEPHONE In the TELEPHONE DISPLAY ON condition, when a phone call arrives, the display shows (if listed) the name and phone number of the caller. To activate/deactivate this function, proceed as follows: See INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS TO THE MENU SCREEN â...
  • Page 67 NAVIGATION In the NAVIGATION DISPLAY ON condition, during use of the radionavigator, the display repeats the display (pictograms) on the radionaviga- tor display itself. To activate/deactivate this function, proceed as follows: See INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS TO THE MENU SCREEN â...
  • Page 68 LANGUAGE To select the language required for the texts and messages shown on the display, proceed as follows: See INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS TO THE MENU SCREEN â ã Return to standard screen Menu screen â ã Return to menu screen...
  • Page 69 UNITS The display provides information in relation to the unit of measure set. To choose the units required, proceed as follows: WARNING Return See INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS The units of temperature (°C or °F) set on the to standard screen TO THE MENU SCREEN multifunction display are also shown on the displays of the two-zone climate control and navigator.
  • Page 70 BUZZER â ã The buzzer that accompanies the controls in the car and any failure signals, can be adjusted to a pre-defined scale using the and/or buttons. To switch OFF or adjust, proceed as follows: See INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS TO THE MENU SCREEN â...
  • Page 71 MAR, start- tion, proceed as follows: ing from 2,000 km (or miles) from this deadline and ã it is shown again every 200 km. This display can on- ly be reset by Authorised Alfa Romeo Services. Menu screen â â â...
  • Page 72 MENU OFF This is the last function that closes the circular setting cycle listed in the initial menu screen. See INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS TO THE MENU SCREEN â ã Menu screen Return to standard screen...
  • Page 73 GENERAL TRIP - TRIP B The TRIP COMPUTER function enables displaying on the re-configurable multifunction display the engine oil temperature and the sizes rele- vant to the car operating conditions. This function comprises the GENERAL TRIP concerning the complete mission of the car and TRIP B con- cerning the partial car mission.
  • Page 74 Continues INITIAL CHECK on next page Standard screen Reset GENERAL TRIP and TRIP B...
  • Page 75 Return to standard screen Continued from TRIP B ON? previous page Reset TRIP B WARNING Pressing the button returns automatically to the standard screen.
  • Page 76 DIMMER With this function it is possible to adjust the lighting (dimming/brightening) of the instrument cluster, mileage recorder (total, trip meter), headlamp aiming display, radio display, radio navigator display and two-zone climate control. Partial lighting ã Keeping the button pressed (on the plate at the side of the steering column) for more than 4 seconds the instrument cluster lighting is turned off with the exception of the speedometer.
  • Page 77 DISPLAYS IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE EVENT A0A0429m Display with the ignition key removed opening Standard screen: or closing a door. when the radio is The reconfigurable multifunction display turned on in the together with the mileage recorder display RADIO DISPLAY ON (total and trip) is timed, after 10 seconds it condition.

  • Page 78: Warning Lights

    If the warning light stays on together with the message + symbol on the reconfigurable multifunction display with the hand- brake off, stop the car immediately and contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services. HIGH ENGINE COOLANT FLUID TEMPERATURE Turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light on the dial turns on, but it should go off after approx.
  • Page 79 Stop the car and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to have the system checked immediately.
  • Page 80 LOW BATTERY CHARGE If the message + symbol are shown on the reconfigurable multifunction display when the engine is running, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services immediately. SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED < The warning light on the dial turns on glowing steadily when, with the ignition key turned to MAR, the driver’s seat belt is not correctly fastened.
  • Page 81 Warning Message light on dial on display BRAKE PAD WEAR The message + symbol are shown on the reconfigurable multifunction display when the front brake pads are worn; in this case have them changed as soon as possible. IMPORTANT As the car is fitted with wear sensors for the front brake pads, when changing them, also check the rear brake pads.
  • Page 82 If the warning light flashes, it is necessary to release the accelerator pedal to lower the speed of the engine until the warning light stops flashing; continue the journey at moderate speed, trying to avoid driving conditions that may cause further flashing and contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Ser- vices as soon as possible.
  • Page 83 If with the engine running, the message + symbol are shown on the reconfigurable multifunction display, this means that the car is not protected by the engine inhibitor device (see “Alfa Romeo CODE system” in this chapter). Contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services to have all the keys mem- orised.
  • Page 84 In this case the braking system keeps its effectiveness unchanged, but without the potential offered by the ABS system. Caution is advisable, particularly in all cases of less than perfect grip. It is therefore necessary to contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Ser- vices as soon as possible.
  • Page 85 4 seconds, of warning light F . In this event, warning light ¬ could be not up to indicate restraint system failures, if any. Stop the car and ontact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- vices to have the system checked The warning light turns on when the passenger’s front Air bag is deactivated.
  • Page 86 Warning Message light on dial on display LIGHT FAILURE The message + symbol are shown by the reconfigurable multifunction display when a fault to any one of the following lights is detected: - sidelights - braking lights and corresponding fuse - rear fog guards - number plate lights.
  • Page 87 Warning Message light on dial on display FUEL RESERVE The warning light on the dial turns on together with the message + symbol on the reconfigurable multifunction display, when about 7 litres of fuel are left in the tank and when autonomy is below 50 km.
  • Page 88 Warning Message light on dial on display LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR (INTERMITTENT) The warning light on the dial turns on when the direction indicator control lever is moved down wards or, together with the right indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pressed. RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR (INTERMITTENT) The warning light on the dial turns on when the direction indicator control lever is moved upwards or, together with the left indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pressed.
  • Page 89 Warning Message light on dial on display MAIN BEAMS The warning light on the dial turns on when the main beams are turned on or when the “Follow me home” device is turned on (see corresponding chapter). WARNING LIGHT FAILURE This is shown on the reconfigurable multifunction display when a fault is detected to one of the warning lights indicated.
  • Page 90 CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM A0A0430m fig. 72 1 Upper stationary vent for defrosting or demisting windscreen - 2 Upper centre adjustable vent - 3 Stationary vents for defrosting or demist- ing side windows - 4 Adjustable centre, swivel vents - 5 Side adjustable and swivel outlets - 6 Front feet area fixed vents - 7 Rear feet area fixed vents - 8 Rear adjustable swivel outlet.
  • Page 91 UPPER CENTRE VENT SIDE SWIVEL OUTLETS REAR SWIVEL OUTLET ADJUSTMENT (fig. 73) ADJUSTMENT (fig. 74) ADJUSTMENT (fig. 75) The vent (1) has an opening/closing con- To direct the flow of air, turn the knurled To direct the flow of air, turn the knurled trol (A).
  • Page 92 AUTOMATIC TWO-ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM A0A0203m To start the system (fig. 76): - turn the knob rings to set the required temperatures (driver’s side - passenger’s side). - press the button. AUTO IMPORTANT The climate control sys- tem makes it possible to personalise the temperatures required on the two sides with a maximum difference of 7°C between the driver’s side and the passenger’s side.
  • Page 93 On some versions the system is integrat- IMPORTANT The demisting procedure Air quality control is also entrusted to a ed with an incipient misting sensor installed combined particle and activated carbon fil- is enabled each time the ignition key is behind the inside rear-view mirror, capable turned to MAR or pressing the but-...

  • Page 94: Controls

    A0A0090m CONTROLS (fig. 77) 1 - Inside temperature set display (driver’s side) 2 - Inside temperature adjustment knob (driver’s side) 3 - Fan speed set and system off display 4 - Knob for adjusting the fan speed and switching the system off 5 - Inside temperature set display (pas- senger’s side) 6 - Inside temperature adjustment knob...
  • Page 95 HOW TO USE THE AUTOMATIC IMPORTANT To be able to be accept- With one or more functions engaged man- ually, the adjustment of the temperature of ed by the system, the difference in tem- TWO-ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL perature between the driver’s and passen- the air admitted to the passenger compart- SYSTEM (fig.
  • Page 96 A0A0204m AIR TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT KNOBS (fig. 78) Turning the rings of knobs (2 or 6), clock- wise or counter-clockwise, respectively high- ers or lowers the temperature of the air re- quired respectively in the left zone (knob 2) or right zone (knob 6) of the passenger compartment.
  • Page 97 A0A0218m HI function (highest heating power - fig. 79) This is turned on setting on the display a temperature above 32.5°C, and can be ac- tivated independently from the driver’s or passenger’s side or both; this setting brings the system to the “monozone” mode and is shown on both displays.
  • Page 98 A0A0219m LO function (highest cooling power - fig. 80) This is turned on setting on the display a temperature below 16.5°C; this setting is shown on both displays. This function can be engaged when re- quiring to cool the passenger compartment as quickly as possible, exploiting the maxi- mum potential of the system.
  • Page 99 A0A0207m MONO BUTTON FOR ALIGNMENT OF THE TEMPERATURES SET (fig. 81) Pressing button (12) automatically MONO aligns the the temperature on the passen- ger’s side with that on the driver’s side, therefore it is possible to set the same tem- perature between the two zones simply turn- ing the ring of knob (2) on the driver’s side.
  • Page 100 A0A0205m FAN SPEED ADJUSTMENT KNOB (fig. 82-83) Turning the ring of knob (4), clockwise or counter-clockwise, increases or decreas- es the speed of the fan, thus the amount of air admitted to the passenger compart- ment; the 16 selectable speeds are shown on a bar (in steps of 3) up to a maximum of 6 bars lit: - maximum fan speed = all bars lit;...
  • Page 101 A0A0208m AIR DISTRIBUTION SELECTION BUTTONS (fig. 84) Pressing one or more buttons (10) it is possible to manually choose one of the 5 possible air distributions to the passenger compartment: R E Flow of air to the dashboard centre and side outlets and rear outlet. R E Splitting of the air flow between the vents to the lower part of the pas- senger compartment (warmest air)
  • Page 102 A0A0210m CLIMATE CONTROL COMPRESSOR ON/OFF ENABLE √ (fig. 85) BUTTON √ Pressing button (14) enables the turn- ing on of the climate control compressor. This condition is shown by the lighting up of the led on the button itself. When the climate control compressor is turned off, the leds on buttons (13) AUTO √...
  • Page 103 A0A0212m WARNING Operation of the climate con- trol compressor is necessary for cooling and dehumidifying the air; it is advisable to keep this function always on, to prevent window mist- ing problems. INSIDE AIR RE-CIRCULATION ON/OFF BUTTON fig. 87 (fig. 87) Inside air re-circulation is controlled ac- cording to three operating logics on the air re-circulation button (8) v...
  • Page 104 A0A0209m WARNING The inside air re-circulation system makes it possible to reach the required “heating” or “cooling” conditions faster. It is however inadvisable to use it on rainy/cold days as it would con- siderably increase the possibility of the windows misting inside, espe- cially if the climate control system is off.
  • Page 105 A0A0213m QUICK FRONT WINDOW DEMISTING/DEFROSTING BUTTON function) (fig. 89) Pressing button (7) the climate con- trol automatically activates timed operation of all the functions needed to quicken demisting/defrosting of the windscreen and front side windows, i.e.: - it turns on the climate control compres- sor;...
  • Page 106 Have the conditions of the filter checked IMPORTANT The system turns on bining the mechanical filtering of the air with by Alfa Romeo Authorised Services at least rearscreen heating automatically if the tem- an electrostatic effect so that the outside air once a year, preferably at the onset of sum- perature is below 3°C.
  • Page 107 CONTROLS HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS FOG LIGHTS (fig. 91) (fig. 91) These are turned on pressing button (B) on the centre console panel, when the out- TAILGATE OPENING (fig. 91) These are switched on by pressing button (C), on the centre console panel, regardless er lights are already on, at the same time Electric tailgate release is only allowed with the led on the button itself turns on.
  • Page 108 REAR FOG GUARDS (fig. 91) INERTIAL FUEL CUT-OFF WARNING SWITCH (fig. 92) These are turned on, with the dipped beam If a smell of fuel is noted headlights or fog lights on, pressing button This is an automatic safety switch, to be following an accident, or (D) on the centre console panel, at the found on the floor next to the driver’s door...
  • Page 109 (eg.: 3 ➟ 2 ➟ 1 The wheels should be ➟ 0). locked after a few clicks of the hand brake. If this does not oc- cur contact Alfa Romeo Authorised services to have the hand brake adjusted. A0A0467m A0A0490m...
  • Page 110 To release the hand brake: GEARSHIFT LEVER (fig. 95) IMPORTANT Reverse gear may only be engaged with the car completely at a stand- – slightly lift the lever (A) and press the The position of the single gears is shown still.
  • Page 111 SELESPEED This device comprises a conventional me- There are also two stalks on the steering chanical gearbox to which an electronical- wheel spokes (fig. 97) through which, on- TRANSMISSION ly-operated electrohydraulic device has been ly with the car on the move (with speed added which automatically controls the above 2 km/h), it is possible to shift gear clutch and gear engagement.
  • Page 112 R = reverse. stays on, turn the ignition key to STOP and wait for the display to turn off, then repeat system switch on. If the fault persists, con- A0A9017g A0A9081g tact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services. fig. 99 fig. 100...
  • Page 113 OPERATION WITH – to shift downwards (–) (fig. 101) IMPORTANT Once a gear has been push the lever backwards (if the car is in changed it is necessary to immediately re- ENGINE OFF fifth gear it shifts to fourth, if in fourth it lease the gearshift control lever after mak- IMPORTANT Before using the gearshift shifts to third and so on down to first gear).
  • Page 114 AND SYSTEM DEACTIVATION The engine can be started either with a is started the Alfa Romeo CODE warning gear engaged or in neutral (N) provided Turning the ignition key to STOP the en- light (Y) may come on.
  • Page 115 IMPORTANT Reverse gear (R) can be Moving off of the car is obtained: WARNING engaged from any of the following other ra- 1) releasing the brake pedal; It is absolutely necessary tios: neutral (N), first (1) or second (2). to turn off the engine and If the car is moving, the request is not ac- 2) gradually pressing the accelerator pedal.
  • Page 116 WARNINGS When travelling downhill with a gear en- STOPPING THE CAR gaged and the accelerator released (if the – With the car stopped and a gear en- To stop the car, simply release the accel- vehicle is moving), beyond a pre-established gaged always keep the brake pedal pressed erator pedal and, if necessary press the speed, the system engages the clutch au-...
  • Page 117 OPERATION SEMIAUTOMATIC OPERATION The MANUAL operating mode is set when, with the CITY mode selected, the (MANUAL) The gearbox can work in two operating CITY button(A-fig. 106) is pressed modes: In the operating mode, the reconfigurable again, excluding the previously selected multifunction display on the cluster shows mode.
  • Page 118 – requests to change gear that would take display, contact Alfa Romeo Au- and the driving style. the engine to above maximum speed or be- thorised Services as soon as pos- low minimum speed are not accepted;...
  • Page 119 (N) (checking that the car contact Alfa Romeo Authorised brake for at least 1 second; moves if pushed) and tow as for a car with...
  • Page 120 INTERIOR FITTINGS GRAB HANDLES (fig. 109) WARNING Suitable grab handles are fitted above the Never travel with the doors and rear side windows. glovebox open: the lid GLOVEBOX might harm the passenger in the event of an accident. On the dashboard there is a glovebox with lid and light.
  • Page 121 FRONT ROOF LIGHT (fig. 110) Unlocking the doors using the remote con- IMPORTANT Turning the ignition key to trol, the roof light turns on gradually and tim- STOP turning the roof light on is only pos- The roof light comprises two courtesy lights ing is activated automatically for about 15 sible for 15 minutes;...
  • Page 122 COURTESY LIGHTS (fig. 111) REAR ROOF LIGHT (fig. 112) On the light there is a switch with three positions. IMPORTANT When a door is opened, On the back of the driver’s or passenger’s When switch (A) is in the central posi- sun visor, opening the cover (A) the roof the roof light turns on and a timing of about tion (0) the light turns on automatically...
  • Page 123 PUDDLE LIGHTS (fig. 113) DETERRENT LED (fig. 114) FRONT ASHTRAY AND CIGAR LIGHTER (fig. 115) (for versions/markets The led (A) on the instrument cluster where applicable) comes into operation when the doors are To use the ashtray open the lid (A). locked (ignition key at STOP or removed) The light (A) housed in the doors turns on To use the ashtray, with the key at MAR,...
  • Page 124 REAR ASHTRAYS (fig. 116) CARD HOLDER RECESS AND WARNING GLASS HOLDER (fig. 117/a) For the rear passengers there are two con- The cigar lighter gets ex- (for versions/markets where cealed ashtrays. tremely hot. Handle with applicable) care and prevent its use by chil- To use or remove pull in the direction of dren: danger of fire and/or burn- The interior fittings are completed by the...
  • Page 125 ODDMENT POCKETS ODDMENT RECESSES ON REAR ODDMENT POCKETS ON THE DOORS (fig. 118) CENTRE CONSOLE (fig. 119) (fig. 120) Each door has an oddments pocket (A). On the centre console, at the side of the These are at the side of the rear seats in hand brake lever, depending on the versions, the side trim (A).
  • Page 126 – Radio + cell phone dual-purpose anten- light. radionavigator with satellite antitheft, etc.) or accessories that in any case burden the electric supply, contact Alfa Romeo Autho- – Connection and supply cables with spe- rised Services, whose qualified personnel, cific connector for connecting hands-free kit.
  • Page 127 RADIO SUNROOF SLIDING FORWARDS/ BACKWARDS TRANSMITTERS With the ignition key at MAR turn the AND CELL PHONES WARNING control knob (A-fig. 122), in the direc- tion of the arrow, choosing one of the 6 Improper use of the sunroof opening positions available. Cell phones and other radio transmitter de- can be dangerous.
  • Page 128 On all versions, after releasing the doors, EMERGENCY OPERATION WARNING keeping the corresponding remote control If the electrical control device does not When leaving the vehicle button pressed for about 2 seconds, obtains work the sunroof can be operated manual- the ignition key should be opening of the roof and windows.
  • Page 129 LUGGAGE OPENING FROM INSIDE OPENING WITH REMOTE (fig. 126) CONTROL (fig. 127) COMPARTMENT Tailgate is released electrically and this can The tailgate can be opened by remote con- be performed only when the ignition key trol from outside pressing the button (A), The tailgate can be opened: is in position MAR with car at a standstill also when the electronic alarm is engaged.
  • Page 130 OF TAILGATE To lock, push in correspondence with the The loads carried may be secured straps Alfa Romeo badge to lower tailgate, until hooked to the special rings (A) in the boot. To succeed in opening the tailgate from the you feel the click of the lock.
  • Page 131 BONNET WARNING WARNING Do not load the boot above Do this only with the car the permitted maximum stationary. The bonnet opening lever is under the left (see “Technical specifications”). Al- end of the dashboard. so make sure that the objects con- WARNING To open: tained in the boot are well secured...
  • Page 132 ROOF RACK IMPORTANT Closely follow the assem- WARNING bly instructions provided in the kit. Assem- PROVISION Scarves, ties and other loose bly must be carried out by skilled personnel. clothing might be pulled by moving parts. The front hooks are in points (A- fig.
  • Page 133 Check beam aiming every drops inside the headlight shows water seep- time load carried The display (B), in the tachometer shows age, refer to the Alfa Romeo Dealership. changes. the positions while adjustment is being made. A0A0467m A0A0199m fig. 134...
  • Page 134 WARNING the driver to better see the other users on If necessary, have the sys- the edge of the road (pedestrians, cyclists tem checked and repaired and bikers). only by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
  • Page 135 In the case of a failure, the anti-lock action instrument cluster, have the car is no longer present, the braking capacity of checked immediately by Alfa Romeo the vehicle is not adversely affected at all. Authorised Services driving slow- ly, to be able to have the system re-...
  • Page 136 Alfa Romeo Authorised Service ately to the nearest Alfa Romeo with no fear; this way you will to have the system checked. Authorised Service to have the sys-...

  • Page 137: Vdc System

    VDC SYSTEM HOW THE VDC WARNING SYSTEM WORKS The performance of the (Vehicle Dynamics Control) The VDC system is engaged automatical- system, in terms of active ly when the car is started and cannot be safety should not induce the driver The VDC is an electronic system that con- switched off.
  • Page 138 Alfa Romeo Authorised Services as soon tensity and, if necessary, reducing the pow- as possible. er transmitted by the engine.

  • Page 139: Asr System

    ASR SYSTEM SWITCHING ON WARNING THE ASR FUNCTION The performance of the (Antislip Regulation) The ASR function switches on automati- system in terms of active cally each time the engine is started. safety should not induce the driver The ASR function controls the vehicle dri- to take pointless and unnecessary When travelling the device can be switched ve and cuts in automatically every time one...

  • Page 140: Eobd System

    – to keep system efficiency under control; pletely, Alfa Romeo Authorised Services are ASR system failure warning – warn when a fault causes emission lev- obliged to run a bench test and, if necessary...
  • Page 141 RADIO PRESETTING The sound system shall be installed in the Connector A proper housing occupied by the glove com- SYSTEM A1 N.C. partment that can be removed by pressing the two retaining tabs fitted in the glove A2 N.C. (for versions/markets where compartment: here are the power cables.
  • Page 142 In the event of a fault, contact Authorised INTRODUCTION ADVICE Alfa Romeo Services. The fixed radio, fitted with Compact Disc To clean the front panel only use a soft, Road safety player and parametric sound equaliser has antistatic cloth.
  • Page 143 – Never use chemical products for clean- To remove fingerprints and dust, use a soft IMPORTANT If the CD is copy-protect- ing (e.g. spray cans, antistatics or thinners) cloth starting from the centre of the Com- ed, the system may need few seconds be- as they might damage the surface of Com- pact Disc outwards.
  • Page 144 CD-R/RW sup- nection of the CD-Changer – Scan Function (scanning stored stations) apply only to Alfa Romeo ports and/or with capacity higher than 650 MB are used. Authorised Services. – Automatic Stereo/Mono switching.
  • Page 145 CAUTIONS PROTECTION AGAINST THEFT WARNING If it is very cold inside the car and the CD The radio is fitted with an antitheft pro- On multimedia CDs in addi- player is used a little after turning the heater tection system based on the exchange of in- tion to sound tracks also on, a film of damp may form on the Com- formation between the radio and the elec-...
  • Page 146 Entering the secret code If a wrong code is entered, the radio GLOSSARY sounds a “beep”, the display shows the Entry of the secret code is required to al- word “CODE” for 2 seconds and then four AF (Alternative frequency) low the radio to work after the first con- dashes “- - - -”...
  • Page 147 CLR (Clear) Distant/Local (Sens Dx/Loc) (Searching previous/next track) Function with which it is possible to clear These are the two levels of reception sen- all the tracks of the CD stored with the TPM sitivity. With this function it is possible to listen to function.
  • Page 148 RDS (Radio Data System) Scrolling TA (Traffic information) This is a radiophonic information system Function with which it is possible to receive Function with which it is possible to receive which uses the 57 kHz subcarrier of normal different programmes in the same network the traffic information broadcast by the sta- FM broadcasts.
  • Page 149 A0A0230m fig. 137 4. ¯¯ CONTROLS ON FRONT PANEL Selected sound and menu ad- 9. MENU-PS Menu and Scan func- justment and manual station tion button (hearing (fig. 137) search button stored stations in se- 1. AF-TA Function select button: quence) 5.
  • Page 150 11. 5-MIX Function select button: 17. 1-TPM Function select button: CONTROLS ON THE STEERING – Call station no. 5 – Call station no. 1 WHEEL (fig. 138) – Store station no. 5 – Store station no. 1 The main radio function controls are re- –...
  • Page 151 6. Multifunction button: Multifunction buttons (5) and (6) When the radio is turned on again it will resume with the same settings that were – Radio: call preset stations (from 6 to Multifunction buttons (5) and (6) call the working before turning off, with the excep- preset radio stations, or select the next/pre- –...
  • Page 152 The functions that cannot be selected (e.g. Volume adjustment Mute function (turning off the “CD” when the Compact Disc is not insert- volume completely) Press button “VOL+” (21) to higher the ed) are disabled automatically. If the Com- volume or “VOL-” (19) to lower it. To turn on the Mute function briefly press pact Disc is not inserted and the CD-Chang- (less than 1 second) the “z”...
  • Page 153 Soft Mute function Balance adjustment Pressing the buttons briefly the change is gradual by steps. Pressing them longer, the When the Mute function is turned on or Proceed as follows: change is fast. For a few seconds the dis- off, the volume lowers or increases gradu- –...
  • Page 154 TELEPHONE PROVISION The only buttons active during phone calls RADIO (fig. 137) are: (fig. 137) When the set is turned on the last function – “VOL+” (21), “VOL-” (19): for selected before turning off is played (Radio, If the voice kit is installed on the car, when volume adjustment a phone call is received the radio sound is Compact Disc or CD-Changer).
  • Page 155 Presetting buttons Automatic tuning Manual tuning The buttons with the symbols 1 to 6 Briefly press (less than 1 second) “▲” This allows manual station searching in the (“17”, “16”, “15”, “12”, “11”, (6) or “▼” (8) to start automatically chosen band.
  • Page 156 Station scanning (Scan function) The Scan function is interrupted in the fol- Scanning preset stations lowing cases: Keeping the “SRC” button pressed (14). Press the “MENU” (9) button for a pro- Each station found will be heard for a few –...
  • Page 157 The preset station Scan function is inter- Manual station storage During automatic storage the display will rupted in the following cases: show the wording “A-STORE”. To inter- The station being heard can be stored in rupt the storage process press the “BN” –...
  • Page 158 The behaviour of the set during Autostore Listening to stored stations AF Function is as follows: (alternative frequency search) Proceed as follows: – at the beginning of the Autostore func- Within the RDS system the radio can work – select the required frequency band (FM, tion all the other functions are disabled in two different modes: MW, LW)
  • Page 159 To turn alternative frequency search AF of TP: if tuned to a station that sends traf- The operations to be carried out for each of the three above conditions are listed be- the station chosen on/off, keep the “AF- fic information but the traffic information TA”...
  • Page 160 If the Compact Disc player is already work- IMPORTANT In certain countries radio IMPORTANT If the TA function is on ing and at the same time you want to re- stations exist which, even if the TP function and the station tuned is not able to provide ceive traffic information, briefly pressing is on (the display shows “TP”), do not traffic information or it is no longer able to...
  • Page 161 Emergency alarm reception The list of the various subjects comprises: To store the current type of programme on one of the 6 preset buttons, give a pro- NEWS In the RDS mode the radio is set to receive longed press (over 1 second) on the pre- emergency announcements in the case of AFFAIRS set button.
  • Page 162 Controlling the station’s type of Scrolling transmissions MENU (fig. 137) PTY programme It is possible to receive different pro- Functions of “MENU” button (9) To know the type of PTY programme of grammes in the same network and scroll the station heard, keep the “PTY” (2) them in FM Band only) - e.g.: NDR1, NDR2, To turn on the menu function briefly press pressed until a “beep”...
  • Page 163 – CDC (CD-Changer display setting, if in- To turn on the equalizer, select one of the Equalizer settings following with “▲” (6) or “▼” (8) : (only if the equalizer is on) stalled) – REG (Regional programmes). – “USER” (adjustment of the 7 equal- To set a personal equalizer adjustment, use izer bands that can be changed by the user) “▲”...
  • Page 164 Treble tone reduction function Allocating a name to a CD To clear all the names, turn the function (HICUT) (CD NAME) on and keep the “MENU” button pressed for about 4 seconds “MENU” (9). The set Using this function it is possible to reduce This function can be chosen only if a Com- gives two beeps and the display shows the treble tones, in accordance with the sig-...
  • Page 165 Tuner sensitivity Compact Disc data display Regional broadcast reception adjustment (SENS DX/LO) function (CD) function (REG) With this function it is possible to change With this function it is possible to choose Some national broadcasters, at determi- the sensitivity of automatic station search- the information shown by the display, when nate times of the day, transmit regional pro- ing.
  • Page 166 IGN TIME function COMPACT DISC PLAYER Display information (fig. 137) With this function it is possible to choose When the CD Player is working, the dis- if when turning the engine (or the instru- play shows information which has the fol- Selecting the Compact player ment panel) off, the sound system shall lowing meaning:...
  • Page 167 Fast forward/backward Scannning pieces on the The Scan function is interrupted in the fol- CD (Scan Function) lowing cases: Keep “˙˙” (7) pressed to move the track selected forward at high speed and keep With this function it is possible to hear all –...
  • Page 168 Repeat Random playing (MIX function) TPM Function (CD playing sequence storage) Briefly press the preset button 4 (12) to To start the random playing of tracks on listen repeatedly to the last track played: for the Compact Disc, press the preset button 5 With the TPM function (Track program about 2 seconds the display will show “RPT (11).
  • Page 169 With the CLR function it is possible to clear lack of the loader or because the loader is Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo offers two kits one or all the CD tracks stored with the TPM not inserted in the CD-Changer, the display for the CD-Changer (multiple Compact Disc function.
  • Page 170 Choosing the CD Fast forward/backward Scanning CD tracks (Scan function) Press “¯¯” (4) to select the previous CD Keep “˙˙” (7) pressed to move the track and “˙˙” (7) to select the next CD. If in selected forward at high speed and keep With this function it is possible to listen to the menu the CD time display function was “¯¯”...
  • Page 171 – pressing a preset button Pause function Random playing (Mix function) – turning Autostore on To pause the CD-Changer press the preset To start the random playing of tracks on button 3 (15). The display will show “CD- the Compact Disc, press the preset button 5 –...
  • Page 172 Maximum power: 4 x 40W. radio needs to be pulled out: therefore con- – 4 tweeters (A) (2 front and 2 rear) tact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services. with 30W power Aerial (fig. 139) – 4 speakers (B) with a diameter of 165 The aerial is located on the car roof.
  • Page 173 The BOSE HI-FI system has been accurately with 6 channels, analogue equalising in am- ameter 165 mm, two at the front and two designed for the Alfa 147 GTA, to plitude signal phase and with 130 mm di- at the back, each having a coaxial tweeter offer outstanding sound quality and repro- ameter sub-woofer.
  • Page 174 REFUELLING FUEL CAP (fig. 145) After refuelling, turn the cap clockwise un- til one or more clicks are heard; then turn The fuel cap (A) is key-lockable and has a the key clockwise to lock. Close the flap. catch to prevent misplacing it (B) that fas- IMPORTANT For your safety, before tens it to the flap (C);...
  • Page 175 ENVIRONMENTAL EMISSION REDUCING DEVICES Lambda sensors PROTECTION Lambda sensors measure the content of Trivalent catalytic converter oxygen present in the exhaust gas. The sig- (catalytic silencer) nal transmitted by the Lambda sensors is The design and construction of the vehi- used by the injection and ignition electron- The exhaust system is fitted with a cata- cle have not only been developed with the...

  • Page 176: Starting The Engine

    1) Make sure the handbrake is engaged. electronic engine lock device. If the engine Similarly, when the engine is running, the fails to start, see “The Alfa Romeo CODE sys- device prevents the key being moved from 2) Move the gear lever to neutral.
  • Page 177 IMPORTANT The electric devices WARMING THE ENGINE SWITCHING OFF that absorb a high amount of energy (cli- – Drive off slowly, at medium revs with- – Release the accelerator pedal and wait mate control, rearscreen heating etc.) are out accelerating abruptly. until the engine reaches idle speed.
  • Page 178 – Turn the front wheels so that the vehi- again with the vehicle stationary, the warn- coast start the vehicle as cle will immediately come to a halt if the ing light stays off. If not, contact Alfa Romeo this would cause fuel to handbrake slips. Authorised Services.

  • Page 179: Safe Driving

    (seats, cradles, etc.) are correctly fas- – The first rule for safe driving is care. tened on the rear seat. In designing your Alfa 147 GTA, Al- – Care also means being able to predict – Place any objects in the boot with care fa Romeo has worked thoroughly to achieve the actions of other road users.

  • Page 180: Night Driving

    NIGHT DRIVING WARNING WARNING Here are some suggestions for night dri- Always fasten the front and Make sure any mats are ving. rear seat belts including appropriate in size: even a those of any children’s seat. Trav- slight inconvenience to the braking –...

  • Page 181: Mountain Driving

    DRIVING WITH RAIN DRIVING IN FOG MOUNTAIN DRIVING Rain and wet roads can be dangerous. – If fog is very thick, avoid travelling – When travelling down hill use the en- where possible. If travelling with mist, gine braking by engaging lower gears to pre- If the road is wet, the traction between ground fog or the possibility of fog banks: vent the brakes from overheating.
  • Page 182 DRIVING ON SNOW AND ICE DRIVING WITH ABS REDUCING RUNNING COSTS AND Here are a few suggestions for driving in The ABS is a part of the braking system these conditions: which essentially offers 2 advantages: ENVIRONMENT – Drive very slowly. 1) it prevents locking, thus skidding, of the POLLUTION wheels during emergency braking and es-...
  • Page 183 Tyres Electric services DRIVING STYLE Check the pressure of the tyres routinely at Use electric devices only for the amount of Starting an interval of no more than 4 weeks: if the time needed. Rearscreen heating, addition- pressure is too low consumption levels in- al headlights, windscreen wipers and heater Do not warm the engine with the car at a crease as resistance to rolling is higher.
  • Page 184 It +15 to +30% on the urban cycle) and emis- Alfa 147 GTA. is therefore advisable to adopt a “smooth” sion of harmful substances. It is not merely by chance that its antipol-...
  • Page 185 WARNING smoothly, continue, minimising the need for REDUCING DEVICES Do not spray anything on engine performance and contact Alfa Romeo Correct operation of the anti-pollution de- the catalyst, lamda sensor Authorised Services as soon as possible. vices not only guarantees respect for the en- and exhaust pipe.

  • Page 186: Trailer Towing

    Fit the same type of tyre on all four wheels Alfa Romeo Authorised Services will be (brand and profile) to ensure higher driving pleased to advise you on the choice of the safety when braking and good handling.

  • Page 187: Snow Chains

    – Open the windows slightly. at Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo. Keep your speed down when this type of – Inflate the tyres to a pressure of 0.5 bars chains is fitted. Do not exceed 50 above normal.
  • Page 188 – Disconnect the battery negative termi- – Check the air cleaner and change it if USEFUL ACCESSORIES nal (–) from the battery and check the bat- necessary. tery charge. This check should be repeated – Check the tyre pressure and the tyres Independently of current regulations, we once a month during stowage.

  • Page 189: Emergency Starting

    IMPORTANT After emergency starting fully read the entire procedure before car- it is advisable to contact an Alfa Romeo Au- rying it out. 5) The U warning light starts to flash: af- thorised Service, because the emergency...
  • Page 190 STARTING IMPORTANT Do not directly connect the WARNING negative terminals of the two batteries: any WITH AN AUXILIARY BATTERY This starting procedure sparks may ignite the detonating gas which If the battery is flat, (for battery with op- must be carried out by could come out of the battery.
  • Page 191 STARTING BY INERTIA IN THE EVENT OF A PUNCTURE Never push, tow or coast IMPORTANT The car is equipped with WARNING start the vehicle. This could “Kit for tyre quick repair Fix&Go“, see the Should the type of wheels cause fuel to flow into the instructions contained in the following chap- used be changed (alloy catalyst damaging it irreversibly.
  • Page 192 FIX&GO KIT FOR The quick repairing kit is placed in the boot IMPORTANT In the event of a puncture inside the appropriate container (A-fig. 11). caused by foreign bodies, it is possible to fix QUICK TYRE tyres having cracks with maximum diame- The quick repairing kit includes (fig.
  • Page 193 IT IS NECESSARY WARNING WARNING TO KNOW THAT: It is not possible to fix In case of damages to the cracks on the tyre sides wheel rim (the deformation WARNING and permanent sealing of cracks on is such that there is an air leakage) the tread within 25 mm from the or the tyre outside the limit areas Do not operate the com-...
  • Page 194 (C). fig. 20) in the lighter (or current socket, move the vehicle and contact Alfa Romeo where fitted) and inflate the tyre according Authorized Services. – Unscrew the tyre valve plug, remove the to the right pressure value (see “Cold infla-...
  • Page 195 Drive care- the tyre is too much damaged. Con- cause the tyre is too much dam- fully especially in a bend. Do not tact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- aged and the quick repairing kit overcome 80 km/h. Avoid sudden vices.
  • Page 196 If the transparent ing account of the system specifi- bulb is touched with the fingers, its Drive carefully to the nearest Alfa Romeo cations may cause failures and the lighting intensity is reduced and the Authorized Service to check the tyre condi- risk of fire.
  • Page 197 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS TYPES OF BULBS (fig. 21) D.-E. Halogen bulbs To remove, free it from the clip on – When a light is not working, check that Various types of bulbs are fitted to your ve- its housing. the corresponding fuse is intact before hicle: changing a bulb.
  • Page 198 BULBS FIGURE 21 TYPE POWER High beam Low beam Front sidelights Foglight Front direction indicators H21W Side direction indicators Rear direction indicators P21W Rear sidelights - braking lights P21/5W 5W/21W Third stop (additional braking lights) W2.3W 2.3W Reversing light P21W Rear fog guards P21W Number plate light...
  • Page 199 After replacement, refit If necessary, have the sys- the covers correctly check- tem checked and repaired ing that they are properly only by Alfa Romeo Authorised secured. Services. Hereafter you will find, as information on- ly, the description of the correct procedure to replace a Xenon light.
  • Page 200 Front fog lights (fig. 23a) Xenon dipped beam Front sidelights (fig. 24a) headlights (fig. 23b) IMPORTANT When needing to change To change the bulb, proceed as follows: the left bulb, the side trim next to the light To change the bulb, proceed as follows: –...
  • Page 201 Main beam headlights HALOGEN LIGHTS The front light units contain the dipped beam, main beam and fog light bulbs. (fig. 24b) The bulbs are arranged inside the light unit To change the bulb, proceed as follows: as follows (fig. 25a): –...
  • Page 202 – Refit the protective cover correctly. (B). soon as the lights are turned on. The pres- ence of drops inside the headlight shows – Re-connect the electric connector (A). water seepage, refer to the Alfa Romeo Dealership. – Refit the protective cover correctly. A0A0161m A0A0162m fig.
  • Page 203 FRONT DIRECTION Front side lights (fig. 27a) Main-beam headlights INDICATORS (fig. 28-29) (fig. 27b) To replace the bulb, proceed as follows: To change the bulb, proceed as follows: To change the bulb, proceed as follows: – Remove the protective cover releasing –...
  • Page 204 – Remove the bulb pushing it gently and SIDE DIRECTION INDICATORS REVERSING LIGHTS turning it counter-clockwise. (fig. 30) AND REAR FOG GUARDS (fig. 31-32) – Replace the bulb. – Push the transparent cover towards the rear of the car to compress the catch (A). The reversing light and rear fog guard are –...
  • Page 205 – Withdraw the light unit outwards. REAR DIRECTION INDICATORS – Disconnect the electric connector (C). REAR SIDELIGHTS-BRAKING – Slacken the electric connector (C). – Slacken the screw (D), and remove the LIGHT (fig. 33-34) bulb holder. – Slacken the screws (D), and remove The rear direction indicators and the side the bulb holder.
  • Page 206 NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS ADDITIONAL BRAKING LIGHT – Insert the bulb holder making sure the catches click into place (E). (fig. 35) (THIRD STOP) (fig. 36-37) – Refit the transparent cover-bulb holder To change the bulbs proceed as follows: To change the bulbs, proceed as follows: (C) in the support (D).
  • Page 207 PUDDLE LIGHT (fig. 38) IF AN INTERIOR – Close the protective cover (B). (for versions/markets LIGHT GOES OUT – Refit the light unit pressing gently in cor- where applicable) respondence with the retainer catches, un- til hearing the click. To change the bulb proceed as follows: FRONT ROOF LIGHT –...
  • Page 208 REAR ROOF LIGHT COURTESY MIRROR LIGHT – Put the bulb holder correctly (C) back (fig. 41-42) (fig. 43-44) in its housing. – Refit the transparent cover (B) insert- To change the bulb proceed as follows: To change a bulb proceed as follows: ing it in its correct position firstly on one end –...
  • Page 209 GLOVEBOX LIGHT (fig. 45-46) BOOT LIGHT (fig. 47-48) – Close the protective cover again (B). – Refit the light unit inserting it in its cor- To change the bulb proceed as follows: To change the bulb proceed as follows: rect position firstly on one end and then on –...
  • Page 210 The fuse is a protective device for the elec- (C) - Fuse with damaged filament. contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised tric system: it comes into action (i.e. it cuts Service. Remove the blown fuse using the pincer pro- off) mainly due to a fault or improper action vided (D), in the control box.
  • Page 211 The fuses of the Alfa 147 GTA are A0A0493m grouped in three control boxes, to be found respectively on the dashboard, on the battery positive pole and next to the actual battery. Access is gained to the control box on the dashboard by slackening the two retainers (A-fig.
  • Page 212 A0A0494m A0A0495m fig. 53 - Control box next to battery fig. 54 - Control box on battery positive pole...
  • Page 213 FUSE SUMMARY TABLE LIGHTS FIGURE FUSE AMPERES Hazard warning light Right dipped-beam headlight Left dipped-beam headlight Main-beam headlight Foglight Braking light Reversing light +30 direction indicators SERVICES FIGURE FUSE AMPERES Selespeed transmission pump Ignition switch IGN (MAXI-FUSE) Headlight aiming device Climate control system Climate control system Climate control compressor...
  • Page 214 SERVICES FIGURE FUSE AMPERES Key-operated +30 Selespeed transmission Selespeed transmission Radio Navigator Rearscreen wiper Left rear power window Right rear power window Rearscreen heating Windscreen - rearscreen washer (two-way pump) Cigar lighter Seats with electric heating Heated wing mirrors - heated nozzles Cruise control Central door locking Headlight washer...
  • Page 215 SERVICES FIGURE FUSE AMPERES Volumetric sensors VDC system sensor Steering angle sensor EOBD system diagnosis socket Cell phone provision Driver’s door control unit supply Passenger’s door control unit supply Controls lighting Climate control system controls lighting Instrument cluster Instrument cluster Driver’s door control unit ABS control unit ABS control unit...
  • Page 216 SERVICES FIGURE FUSE AMPERES Climate control fan A/C (MAXI-FUSE) Radiator fan FAN1 (MAXI-FUSE) Radiator fan FAN2 (MAXI-FUSE) Horn Fuel pump Tailgate electric unlocking F60 (*) Electronic injection system Bose system F61 (*) Bose system F62 (*) Sunroof F63 (*) Sun roof Petrol/ignition coil injectors Services Electronic injection...
  • Page 217 This operation should be carried out – After charging, turn off the charger be- may burst. If freezing has occurred, by Alfa Romeo Authorised Services. fore disconnecting it from the battery. the battery should be checked by skilled personnel to make sure that Charging should be slow at a low amp rat- –...
  • Page 218 IF THE VEHICLE IS TO BE TOWED WARNING Do not start the engine when towing the car. Before The tow ring supplied with the vehicle is Back towing starting to tow, turn the ignition key housed in the tool box under the boot mat. To install the tow ring, just screw the ring to MAR and back to STOP again firmly in its housing (fig.
  • Page 219 IF THE VEHICLE IS TO BE LIFTED Take care when position- USING AN ARM LIFT OR ing the arms of the lift or WORKSHOP LIFT workshop lift to avoid The vehicle should be lifted only at the side damaging the side strips. setting the ends of the arms or the work- shop lift in the area shown in fig.

  • Page 220: In The Event Of An Accident

    IN THE EVENT – Signal the accident placing the triangle – If you note a smell of fuel or other chem- at regulation distance in a clearly visible ical products, do not smoke and have ciga- OF AN ACCIDENT place. rettes stubbed out.
  • Page 221 IF PEOPLE ARE INJURED FIRST AID KIT – An injured person must never be aban- It is advisable to have also a fire extin- doned. Helping is compulsory also for per- guisher and a blanket besides the first-aid sons not directly involved in the accident. kit.
  • Page 222 The Programmed Maintenance service is play will show “REFER TO SERVICE MANU- carried out by all Alfa Romeo Authorised Ser- AL” which is shown again turning the igni- vices, at pre-established times. tion key to MAR, every 200 km. For fur- ther details, see “Service”...
  • Page 223 SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE PROGRAMME Thousands of km ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if necessary Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction indicators, hazard ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●...
  • Page 224 Thousands of km ● Change timing gear drive belt (*) ● Change accessory Poly-V drive belt ● ● ● Change spark plugs ● ● ● ● Check operation of engine control system (through diagnosis socket) ● ● Check mechanical transmission and differential oil level ●...
  • Page 225 The use of products of the FL Selenia is recommended which have been designed – Check position/wear of windscreen/ and made expressly for Alfa Romeo cars rearscreen wiper blades (see “Refuelling” in the “Technical Specifi- – Check front disk brake pad conditions cations”...
  • Page 226 Vehicle maintenance should If the vehicle is used in hot climates or par- – short distances (less than 7-8 km) re- be entrusted to Alfa Romeo peated and with external temperatures be- ticularly harsh conditions it is wise to check Authorised Services.

  • Page 227: Checking Levels

    A0A0405m CHECKING LEVELS WARNING Never smoke while work- ing in the engine compart- ment; gas and inflammable vapours may be present, with the risk of fire. When topping up take fig. 1 care not to confuse the var- ious types of fluids: they 1 Engine oil - 2 Battery - 3 Brake fluid - 4 Power steering fluid - 5 Windscreen/rearscreen/head- are all incompatible with one an- lamp washer fluid - 6 Engine coolant fluid...
  • Page 228 WARNING that the level is above the MAX mark, con- When the engine is hot, Used engine oil and filter tact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services to have contain harmful substances take care when working the correct level restored. for the environment. Con-...
  • Page 229 SELESPEED TRANSMISSION – if the oil is below the MAX mark, top WARNING OIL (fig. 4) up to reach the correct level; Be very careful working in- – after refitting the cap, insert the breather The Selespeed transmission oil should be side the engine compart- tube firmly on the housing on the cap and checked with the vehicle on a level surface...
  • Page 230 PARAFLU UP MAX mark; have this operation carried out (red) cannot be mixed with at Alfa Romeo Authorised Services. PARAFLU 11 (blue) or with other fluids. Should this take place, do A0A0240m...
  • Page 231 If it does, sible leaks by Alfa Romeo Autho- wash it off immediately with wa- rised Services. ter. A0A0408m...
  • Page 232 WINDSCREEN/REARSCREEN/ WARNING WARNING HEADLIGHT WASHER FLUID Brake and clutch fluid is Some commercial additives (fig. 8) poisonous and highly cor- for windscreen washers rosive. In the event of accidental Open the cap (A) and check the level in are inflammable. The engine com- the reservoir.

  • Page 233: Air Cleaner

    Have the dust/pollen filter checked once ignition system. a year by Alfa Romeo Authorised Services, It must therefore always be in perfect con- preferably at the onset of summer. ditions, to ensure correct operation of the...
  • Page 234 Avoid contact with the dark without the green central area, contact you wish to install accessories skin or eyes. The battery should be Alfa Romeo Authorised Services. (alarm, radio, radiotelephone etc.) charged in a well ventilated place contact Alfa Romeo Authorised...
  • Page 235 This operation should be carried out nal (–). tery irreversibly, even causing it to by Alfa Romeo Authorised Services. burst. Charging should be slow at a low amp rat- ing for 24 hours. Charging for a longer time may damage the battery.
  • Page 236 70 Ah 42 mA tion etc.) or accessories that burden the elec- USEFUL HINTS TO EXTEND tric system, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised THE LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY services whose qualified personnel, in ad- To avoid rapidly draining the battery and...

  • Page 237: Wheels And Tyres

    ELECTRONIC – Do not check for current in the cables by WHEELS AND TYRES short-circuiting the ends. CONTROL UNITS – If electric welding is to be carried out on the body, remember to disconnect the elec- TYRE PRESSURE With normal use of the vehicle. no partic- tronic control units, or remove them if the Check the tyre pressure of every wheel, in- ular precautions need to be taken.
  • Page 238 Where possible, avoid suddent braking, A - Normal pressure: tread evenly worn. tyre squealing starts, etc. The Alfa 147 GTA uses Tubeless tyres. Never use an inner tube with these B - Low pressure: tread particularly worn Particularly avoid violent bumps against tyres.
  • Page 239 RUBBER HOSES WINDSCREEN/ WARNING REARSCREEN WIPERS Do not cross switch the tyres, moving them from As far as the brake system and fuel sup- the right of the car to the left and ply rubber hoses are concerned, carefully fol- vice versa.
  • Page 240 Instructions for refitting the SPRAY JETS (fig. 15-16) WARNING windscreen wiper blade If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly check Driving with worn wiper To refit the blade proceed as follows: that there is fluid in the reservoir: see blades is a serious hazard, “Checking levels”...

  • Page 241: Headlight Washers

    Warranty Booklet. er vehicles. On your Alfa 147 GTA, Alfa Romeo has implemented the best manufacturing technologies to effectively protect the body- work against corrosion.
  • Page 242 ADVICE FOR PRESERVING Detersives pollute water. Do not wash the vehicle after it has been The car should therefore be left in the sun or with the bonnet hot: this THE BODYWORK washed in areas equipped may alter the shine of the paintwork. for the collection and purification Paint Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in...
  • Page 243 Engine compartment INTERIOR FITTINGS CLEANING LEATHER SEATS At the end of the winter the engine com- – Remove dried on dirt with a lightly partment should be carefully washed, with- moistened chamois leather or cloth with- Periodically check that water is not trapped out directing the jet against electronic con- out pressing too hard.
  • Page 244 IDENTIFICATION IDENTIFICATION (E) Space for smoke coefficient (Diesel LABEL versions) DATA (F) Space for punching manufacturer’s This (fig. 2) is to be found on the front name. cross member of the engine compartment. You are advised to note the identification codes.
  • Page 245 BODYWORK PAINT ENGINE CODES - BODY VERSIONS IDENTIFICATION LABEL The label (fig. 4) is on the inner left edge Engine code Body versions of the tailgate. It contains the following in- formation: 937AXL1B 16C 3.2 V6 24V 932A000 A. Paint manufacturer. 3.2 V6 24V Selespeed 937AXL11 17C 932A000...
  • Page 246 ENGINE 3.2 V6 24V 3.2 V6 24V Selespeed Code type 932A000 932A000 Cycle Otto Otto Number and position of cylinders 6 in 60° V 6 in 60° V Piston bore and stroke 93 x 78 93 x 78 Total displacement 3179 3179 Maximum horsepower (EEC):...

  • Page 247: Fuel Supply

    FUEL SUPPLY 3.2 V6 24V Selespeed 3.2 V6 24V Electronic injection Multi Point Supply Electronic injection Multi Point Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-2-5-3-6 WARNING Alterations or repairs to the supply system not carried out correctly or without taking account of the technical specifications of the system, may cause abnormal functioning with the risk of fire.

  • Page 248: Spark Plugs

    SPARK PLUGS If examined by an expert eye, the ap- Spark plugs should be re- pearance of a spark plug is a sound clue placed at the intervals for locating a fault, even if not involving the specified in the Scheduled Clean, intact spark plugs are determinant ignition system.
  • Page 249 WHEELS 3.2 V6 24V - 3.2 V6 24V Selespeed Standard fittings 7,5J x 17“ Rims Tyres 225/45 ZR17“ 91Y (unchainable tyres) Optional items Rims 8J x 18” Tyres 235/35 R18” 90Y (▼) (unchainable tyres) 215/45 R17” 87W (*) 215/45 ZR17” 87W (*) Winter tyres 225/45 ZR17“...
  • Page 250 RIMS AND TYRES CORRECT TYRE Load index (capacity) READING (fig. 5) Alloy rims. 60 = 250 kg 84 = 500 kg Below are the instructions necessary to Radial Tubeless tyres. 61 = 257 kg 85 = 515 kg know the meaning of the code stamped on 62 = 265 kg 86 = 530 kg The Log book shows all the homologated...
  • Page 251 Maximum speed index CORRECT RIM READING 7.5 = rim width in inches (1) Q = up to 160 km/h Below are the instructions necessary to = rim drop centre outline (side pro- know the meaning of the code stamped on jection where the tyre bead rests R = up to 170 km/h the rim, as shown in fig.
  • Page 252 WHEEL GEOMETRY 3.2 V6 24V - 3.2 V6 24V Selespeed – camber – 0° 24´ ± 20´ Front wheels: – caster 4° 6´ ± 30´ – toe-in –2 ± 0.6 mm (*) (–18 ± 5) – camber – 1° 12´ ± 20´ Rear wheels: –...
  • Page 253 DIMENSIONS A0M0463m fig. 6 4213 2546 1412 1516 1890 1764 1504 Dimensions are expressed in mm - Height indicated is for an unladen car...
  • Page 254 LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT - SALOON VERSIONS 3.2 V6 24V Selespeed 3.2 V6 24V Capacity 1030 Capacity with rear seat back rest folded 1030 WEIGHTS 3.2 V6 24V Selespeed 3.2 V6 24V 1360 Kerb weight 1360 1880 Max. permitted weight (*) 1880 Payload including driver (**) (*) Weight not to be exceeded.
  • Page 255 REFILLING 3.2 V6 24V 3.2 V6 24V Specified fuels Selespeed Recommended products Fuel tank: litres Unleaded petrol with no less than 95 R.O.N – including a reserve of litres (Specification EN228) Engine cooling Mixture of distilled water and PARAFLU 11 system litres (blue) at 50% or PARAFLU UP (red) at 50%...

  • Page 256: Fluids And Lubricants

    FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS USABLE PRODUCTS AND THEIR SPECIFICATIONS Quality features of fluids and lubricants Recommended fluids Applications for correct vehicle operation and lubricants Lubricants for SAE 10W-60 engine oil synthetic lubricant SELENIA RACING petrol engines IMPORTANT Do not top up with oil with different specifications that the oil already in the engine.
  • Page 257 F.M.V.S.S. n° 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925, SAE J1704 Brake fluid TUTELA CAR TOP 4 Hydraulic brake and CUNA NC 956-01 synthetic fluid for Alfa Romeo clutch control Protective with antifreeze action, blue color, based on inhibited monoethylene Protective agent for radiators PARAFLU 11 (*)

  • Page 258: Fuel Consumption

    FUEL CONSUMPTION The fuel consumption values shown in the – an extraurban cycle: this includes WARNING The type of route, traf- following tables were established during ho- frequent accelerating in all gears, simulat- fic conditions, weather conditions, mologation tests prescribed in specific Eu- ing normal extraurban use of the vehicle;...
  • Page 259 EMISSIONS The CO emission levels shown in the following tables are measured on a mixed cycle. EMISSIONS ACCORDING TO DIRECTIVE 1999/100/EC (g/km) 3.2 V6 24V Selespeed 3.2 V6 24V Value (g/km)
  • Page 260 This chapter describes the main characteristics of the right hand drive version. For any topic not specifically dealt with in this chapter, refer to the main chapters of this manual which should be thoroughly read to ensure that the vehicle is used correctly and that the maximum performance is obtained under conditions of safety.
  • Page 261 DASHBOARD fig. 1 A0A0475m 1. Side swivel air vents - 2. Fixed side window air vents - 3. Passenger’s front Air bag - 4. Tailgate release button - 5. Card holder - 6. Radio - 7. Centre swivel air vents - 8. Fixed upper vent - 9. Glass holder - 10. Fog lamp button - 11. Hazard warning light switch - 12. Rear fog guard button - 13.
  • Page 262 INSTRUMENT PANEL A. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light - B. Engine coolant fluid temperature gauge with maximum temperature warning light - C. Speedometer - D. Odometer dis- play (mileage recorder, trip meter with head- lamp position display) - E. Reconfigurable multifunction display - F.
  • Page 263 RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY CONTROL BUTTONS (fig. 3-4) To make use of the information that the digital display (with the ignition key at MAR) is capable of providing, it is firstly necessary to familia- rise with the corresponding control buttons, to be found on the panel at the side of the steering column and on the top of the right lever. You are also advised to read through the corresponding description in the chapter “Getting to know your car”...
  • Page 264 MILEAGE RECORDER To reset the trip meter in miles, keep but- STEERING WHEEL ton (A-fig. 5) on the panel at the side of ADJUSTMENTS the steering column pressed for a few mo- Odometer display with double counter for ments. showing the total and trip meter in miles The driver can adjust the steering wheel IMPORTANT If the battery is discon- and showing the headlamp aiming.
  • Page 265 The logic is re- set and if there are no faults, the window again. winder automatically resumes normal oper- ation; if not, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services. With the ignition key at STOP or removed, the power windows remain activated for...
  • Page 266 Passenger’s side (fig. 9) IMPORTANT If the car is fitted with WARNING safety seals, after locking the doors, keep- The button (A) controls the passenger’s Improper use of power ing the corresponding button on the remote side window. windows can be danger- control pressed for about 2 seconds the win- ous.
  • Page 267 FRONT SEATS LENGTHWISE BACK REST ANGLE ADJUSTMENT (fig. 10) ADJUSTMENT (fig. 10) Raise the lever (A) and push the seat Turn the knob (C) until reaching the posi- WARNING backwards or forwards; in the driving posi- tion required. tion the arms should be slightly flexed and Any adjustments are to be the hands should rest on the rim of the steer- carried out only with the...
  • Page 268 FRONT AND SIDE DEACTIVATING THE (fig. 15). Access to the switch is only pos- sible with the door open. PASSENGER’S AIR BAGS FRONT AIR BAG MANUALLY The key-operated switch (fig. 15) has two positions: Should it be absolutely necessary to car- The car is fitted with front Air bags for the ry a child on the front seat, the passenger’s 1) Passenger’s front Air bag activated:...
  • Page 269 CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM A0A0480m fig. 16 1 Upper stationary vent for defrosting or demisting windscreen - 2 Upper centre adjustable vent - 3 Stationary vents for defrosting or demist- ing side windows - 4 Adjustable centre, swivel vents - 5 Side adjustable and swivel outlets - 6 Front feet area fixed vents - 7 Rear feet area fixed vents - 8 Rear adjustable swivel outlet.
  • Page 270 UPPER CENTRE VENT SIDE SWIVEL OUTLETS REAR SWIVEL OUTLET ADJUSTMENT (fig. 17) ADJUSTMENT (fig. 18) ADJUSTMENT (fig. 19) The vent (1) has an opening/closing con- To direct the flow of air, turn the knurled To direct the flow of air, turn the knurled trol (A).
  • Page 271 INTERIOR FITTINGS CONTROLS WARNING If a smell of fuel is noted GLOVEBOX INERTIAL FUEL CUT-OFF following an accident, or SWITCH (fig. 22) On the dashboard there is a glovebox with the fuel system is leaking, to avoid This is an automatic safety switch, to be lid and light.
  • Page 272 BONNET WARNING WARNING Do this only with the car Scarves, ties and other stationary. loose clothing might be The bonnet opening lever is under the left pulled by moving parts. end of the dashboard. WARNING To open: DANGER-SERIOUS INJURY. – pull the lever (A-fig. 23) until the bon- When carrying out checks net clicks open.
  • Page 273 HEADLIGHTS For correct adjustment, bear in mind the HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT following conditions: ABROAD (fig. 26) COMPENSATION FOR TILT – position 0: one or two people occupy- The dipped-beam headlights are adjusted (fig. 25) ing the front seats for circulation in the country in which the ve- When the vehicle is loaded, the beam from hicle is marketed.
  • Page 274 IN THE EVENT OF A BLOWN FUSE WARNING If a fuse blows again, con- tact an Alfa Romeo Autho- Never replace a fuse with WARNING rised Service. metal wires or anything If a general fuse (MAXI- else. Always use an intact FUSE or MEGA-FUSE) cuts fuse of the same colour.
  • Page 275 Air cleaner........232 - replacement......235 Boot light Air re-circulation ......102 - starting with an auxiliary - changing bulbs ......208 Air vents ........battery........216 Alfa Romeo CODE system ....Body (cleaning)......240 Bose HI-FI system ......172...
  • Page 276 Brake and clutch hydraulic fluid - general information....196 - leather seats ......242 - checking level and topping up..230 - types of bulbs ......196 - plastic parts ......242 Checking levels ......226 Brakes - windows ........ 241 - checking fluid level and - checking level and topping Climate control, automatic...
  • Page 277 Door light........122 - with ABS ........ 181 ashboard - changing bulbs ......206 lectronic alarm system ....Left hand drive ......Door locking system ..... 107 - description......Demisting-defrosting Door mirrors ........ - ministerial homologation... - door mirrors ......105 Doors - request for additional keys - rearscreen ......
  • Page 278 - marking ......... 244 Engine oil consumption ....227 Foglights - specifications ......245 EOBD (system)......139 - changing bulbs....199-201 Engine codes ....... 244 Environment (safeguarding) ..174 - switching on ......106 Engine compartment - emission reducing devices ..174 Front ceiling light ......
  • Page 279 - in control box on - changing bulbs....Interior lighting dashboard ......- compensation for tilt ....133 - boot lighting ......129 - generalities......209 Headrests - front lighting ......120 - list of protected devices .... 212 - rear ........- rear lighting ......
  • Page 280 Maintenance - checking level and topping up..229 - protection fuse ......171 - additional operations....224 Power windows ......- radio section ......153 - annual inspection programme..224 Pretensioners....... - speakers ........ 171 - checking levels ......226 adio transmitters - telephone provision....
  • Page 281 - operation........ Roof rack (provision)....131 - heating ........Running economy ......183 Rearview mirrors - rear pockets......afe driving ....... 178 - external ......... - tilting the back rest ....Safeguarding emission reduction - internal ........Seats, rear ........devices ........
  • Page 282 Starting with an auxiliary Towing the car ......217 Vehicle identification..... 243 battery........189 Trailer towing....... 185 Vehicle inactivity ......186 Steering lock ....... Transmission - using again......187 Steering system - specifications ......246 Vehicle maintenance ....221 - adjustment lever...... Trip computer ......
  • Page 283 Windows - snow chains......186 - cleaning ......... 241 - winter tyres ......185 Windscreen/rearscreen/headlamp washer fluid - checking level and topping up......231 Windscreen washer - checking fluid level and topping up ......231 - intelligent washing function........- operation........ - spray jets .......
  • Page 284 ® ® Always ask your mechanic for...
  • Page 285 The Selenia range includes Selenia 20K, Selenia 20K Alfa Romeo, Selenia Performer 5W-30 e 5W-40, Selenia Turbo Diesel, Selenia WR, Selenia Digitech. For further information on Selenia products visit the web site www.flselenia.com.
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  • Page 289: Engine Oil Replacement

    Only use unleaded petrol with over 95 R.O.N. (Specification EN228) AFTER SALES ASSISTENZA TECNICA - INGEGNERIA ASSISTENZIALE Viale Alfa Romeo 20020 Arese (MI) - Italia Fiat Auto S.p.A. Publication no. 60431320 - 6 Edition - 01/2005 All rights reserved. Reproduction, even in part is prohibited without written permission from Fiat Auto S.p.A.

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