Stopping The Engine; Turbocharger Cool Down; Engine Block Heater - If Equipped; Engine Break-In Recommendations - Alfa Romeo Giulia 2024 Owner's Manual

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TOPPING HE NGINE
To stop the engine, proceed as follows:
1. Park the vehicle in a position that is not dangerous
for oncoming traffic.
2. Engage the PARK (P) mode.
3. With engine idling, push the ENGINE START/STOP
button on the steering wheel to stop the engine.
NOTE:
Do not leave the ignition in ACC position when the
engine is off.
To shut off the engine with vehicle speed greater than
5 mph (8 km/h), you must push and hold the ignition or
push the ENGINE START/STOP button three times
consecutively within a few seconds. The engine will
shut down, and the ignition will be placed in the ACC
position.
With the keyless ignition system, it is possible to leave
the vehicle taking the key fob with you without the
engine switching off. The vehicle will inform the
absence of the key on board, only if the doors are
closed.
After stopping the engine (cycling from the ACC to the
OFF position), the accessories are still powered for
about three minutes, or until a door is opened.
When the ignition is in the OFF position, the window
switches remain active for three minutes. Opening a
front door will cancel this function.
After severe driving, idle the engine to allow the
temperature inside the engine compartment to cool
before shutting off the engine.
T C D
URBOCHARGER OOL OWN
It is recommended before switching the vehicle off, to
keep the engine idling for a few minutes so that the
turbocharger can be suitably lubricated. This procedure
is particularly recommended after severe driving.
After a full load operation, keep the engine idling for
three to five minutes before switching it off.
This time allows the lubricating oil and the engine
coolant to eliminate the excessive heat from
combustion chamber, bearings, inner components and
turbocharger.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER —
IF EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine and permits
quicker starts in cold weather.
Connect the cord to a 110-115 Volt AC electrical outlet
with a grounded, three-wire extension cord.
For ambient temperatures below 0°F (-18°C), the
engine block heater is recommended. For ambient
temperatures below -20°F (-29°C), the engine block
heater is required.
See the following steps to properly use the engine block
heater:
1. Locate the engine block heater cord (access door
on the passenger side wiper cowl).
2. Pull the cord to the front of the vehicle and plug it
into a grounded, three-wire extension cord.
3. After the vehicle is running, properly stow away
behind access door on the passenger side wiper
cowl.
NOTE:
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The engine block heater cord is a factory installed
option. If your vehicle is not equipped, heater cords
are available from an authorized dealer.
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The engine block heater will require 110 Volts AC
and 6.5 Amp to activate the heater element.
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The engine block heater must be plugged in at least
one hour to have a warming effect on the engine
and at least four hours to have a warming effect
when ambient temperatures are below -20°F
(-29°C).
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the engine block heater
cord before driving. Damage to the 110-115 Volt
electrical cord could cause electrocution.

ENGINE BREAK-IN

RECOMMENDATIONS
E B -I
NGINE REAK N
For both engines, use the following engine break-in
recommendations:
NOTE:
A new engine may consume some oil during its first few
thousand miles (kilometers) of operation. This should
be considered a normal part of the break-in period and
not interpreted as an indication of a problem. Please
monitor your oil level during the break-in period and
add oil as required.
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