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  • Page 2 The enclosed Warranty Booklet also contains the regulations, the warranty certificate and a guide to the services offered by Alfa Romeo. Services which are essential and precious because, when you purchase an Alfa Romeo you are not only acquiring a car, but the tranquillity that comes from knowing that an efficient, willing and widespread organization is at your service for any assistance problems you may have.
  • Page 3 MUST BE READ! REFUELLING Petrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95. Diesel engines: only refuel with diesel fuel conforming to the European specification EN590. The use of other products or mixtures may irreparably damage the engine with invalidation of the warranty due to the damage caused.
  • Page 4 ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES If, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical accessories (that will gradually drain the battery), contact Al- fa Romeo Authorized Services. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the car’s elec- tric system can support the required load. CODE CARD (for version/markets where applicable) Keep the code card in a safe place, not in the car.
  • Page 5 Not all the models described in this booklet are available in all countries. Only some of the fittings described in this booklet are fitted as standard to the car. The list of available accessories should be requested from the Alfa Romeo...
  • Page 6 The texts, illustrations and specifications given in this booklet refer to the car 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: Table Of Contents

    DASHBOARD ............ CEILING LIGHTS ..........INSTRUMENT PANEL ......... CONTROLS ............SYMBOLS ............INTERIOR FITTINGS..........THE ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEM ......THE TOP ............ELECTRONIC KEY ..........DOORS ............ALARM ............POWER WINDOWS ........... IGNITION DEVICE..........BOOT .............. INSTRUMENTS..........BONNET ............

  • Page 8: Dashboard

    DASHBOARD A0G0056m fig. 1 1. Adjustable and swivel side air vents - 2. Front side window demisting/defrosting vents - 3. External lights control lever 4. Instrument panel - 5. Driver’s air bag and horn - 6. Windscreen wiper control lever - 7. Upper central vent 8.

  • Page 9: Instrument Panel

    INSTRUMENT PANEL A. Speedometer B. Warning lights C. Rev counter D. Reconfigurable multifunction display Warning lights on diesel versions only On diesel versions the rev counter end scale value is at 6000 rpm. A0G0198m Fig. 2...

  • Page 10: Symbols

    THE ALFA ROMEO SYMBOLS CODE SYSTEM Special coloured labels have been at- tached near or actually on some of the To further protect you car from theft, it components of your car. These labels has been fitted with an engine immo- bear symbols that remind you of the pre- bilising system.
  • Page 11 If message + symbol Y continue to The code is sent only if the Alfa Romeo If 2 seconds after fitting CODE system control unit has recognised stay on the display, contact Alfa Romeo...

  • Page 12: Electronic Key

    ELECTRONIC KEY CODE CARD (for version/markets where applicable) The CODE card fig. 4, delivered with the keys, contains the mechanical code A and the electronic one B. A0G0023m A0G0021m fig. 4 fig. 5 The code numbers on the CODE card must Button Ë...
  • Page 13 IMPORTANT Never expose the elec- tronic key to direct sunlight: risk of dam- ages. IMPORTANT Remote control fre- quency may be disturbed by radio trans- missions outside the car (e.g. mobile phones, hams, etc…). In this event re- mote control may be failing. A0G0022m A0G0021m fig.
  • Page 14 IMPORTANT Never touch the electric contacts of the key and prevent fluid or dust infiltration inside it. Used batteries harmful to the environ- ment. They should be A0G0035m A0G0242m fig. 8 fig. 9 disposed of as specified by law ❒ remove the battery D-fig. 8 from To change the battery fig.
  • Page 15 SAFE LOCK DEVICE WARNING WARNING (where provided) Once the safe lock de- If the car battery is This safety system inhibits the operation vice has been actuated, down, the safe lock de- doors cannot be opened from vice can be activated only us- of the car door handles.
  • Page 16 Device activation is signalled by three Device deactivation flashes of the led on the driver’s door The device is deactivated automatically panel and, only if activated by pressing on every door in the following cases: the electronic key button Á, of direction ❒...
  • Page 17 The main functions that can be activated with the electronic key or with the emergency metals insert are the following: Doors, Doors, Window Window Safe lock Tailgate tailgate tailgate opening closing (where opening and fuel cap and fuel provided) unlocking cap locking Electronic Brief press on...

  • Page 18: Alarm

    ALARM Depending on the markets, the trigger- ing of the alarm will activate the siren (where provided) and the hazard warning lights (for about 26 seconds). The methods of operation and the number of cycles may vary de- WHEN THE ALARM pending on the versions/markets.
  • Page 19 Surveillance HOW TO DEACTIVATE THE ALARM When the system has been turned on, Press button Ë. The system will react as the led A-fig. 11 will flash to indicate that the system is in the surveillance follows (with the exception of certain mode.

  • Page 20: Ignition Device

    Never leave children unat- WARNING tended in the car. If the ignition device is tampered with (for ex- ample during an attempted break-in) have it checked over by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services before travelling again.
  • Page 21 (on certain versions together with a message) check whether the electronic key is the prop- er one and then try to refit it into the ignition device. If the problem persists contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
  • Page 22 IMPORTANT If after turning the in- STEERING COLUMN LOCK Disengaging strument panel on and/or starting the en- The steering column lock will disengage Engaging gine, the display shows the message “Car after fitting the electronic key into the protection system not available”, repeat The steering column lock will engage ignition device.

  • Page 23: Instruments

    In particular a slow change in If K warning light starts the speed preserves the battery charge. flashing when travel- ling, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
  • Page 24 This con- stop the engine and contact Alfa Romeo dition falls within the regular operating log- Authorized Services. ics of the fuel gauge.
  • Page 25 (together with a mes- sage on the display) indicates that the oil temperature is too high; in this case, stop the engine and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. IMPORTANT The temperature of the engine oil may rise towards the maxi-...
  • Page 26 MANUAL INSTRUMENT AUTOMATIC INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT DIMMER PANEL LIGHT DIMMER With this function it is possible to adjust To give max. visibility and comfort un- der whatever driving conditions (e.g.: on 8 levels the light intensity of the indi- lights on in daylight, tunnels, etc…), the cations given on the instrument panel dis- speedometer is fitted with a sensor for play, sound system display, climate con-...

  • Page 27: Reconfigurable Multifunction Display

    INFORMATION ABOUT CAR RECONFIGURABLE CONDITIONS (at event) MULTIFUNCTION ❒ Scheduled servicing; DISPLAY ❒ Trip computer; ❒ Instrument panel light dimmer; The “Reconfigurable multifunction dis- play” shows all the useful information ❒ Engine oil level; necessary when driving, more particu- IMPORTANT When opening a door A0G0015m larly: fig.
  • Page 28 Selecting an option of the main CONTROL BUTTONS menu without submenu: MENU ❒ briefly press button MENU to select the main menu option to set; Short push on button: to confirm the required option and/or to go to next ❒ operate buttons + or – (by single screen;...
  • Page 29 Selecting an option of the main Selecting “Date” and “Clock”: ENGINE OIL LEVEL DISPLAY menu with submenu: ❒ briefly press button MENU to select Fitting the electronic key into the igni- ❒ briefly press button MENU to dis- the first value to change (e.g. hours tion device, the display will show for a play the first submenu option;...
  • Page 30 Briefly press button MENU to access navigation from the standard screen. To surf the menu press buttons + or –. For safety rea- sons, when the car is running, it is possible to access only the reduced menu (for setting “Speed limit”). When the car is stationary access to the whole menu is enabled.
  • Page 31 IMPORTANT The possible setting is Speed limit (Speed limit) Automatic headlight daylight between 30 and 250 km/h (or be- sensor (where provided) With this function it is possible to set the tween 20 and 150 mph) depending on (Light Sens.) car speed limit (km/h or mph), which, the unit set previously (see paragraph if exceeded, automatically sounds a...
  • Page 32 Clock mode (Mode 12/24) Setting the clock (Clock) IMPORTANT Every press (pulse) on the button +/– increases/decreases by This function enables to set the clock. This function is used to set the clock in one unit. Keeping button +/– pressed the 12h or 24h mode.
  • Page 33 Setting the date (Date) IMPORTANT Every press (pulse) on To activate/deactivate (ON/OFF) in- the button +/– increases/decreases by fo displaying proceed as follows: This function enables to update the date one unit. Keeping button +/– pressed ❒ briefly press button MENU: the dis- (year - month - day).
  • Page 34 Automatic central door locking Independent boot unlocking Driver’s door unlocking (Indep. Boot) (Unlock Fda) (Door lock) The boot can always be opened with the With this function it is possible to unlock When activated (ON), this function remote control (press button `). “In- only the driver’s door by pressing the locks automatically the doors when the electronic key button Ë.
  • Page 35 Consumption Temperature Units With this function it is possible to set the If the distance unit set is km (see pre- This function enables to set the tem- units for distance covered (km or mi), vious paragraph) the display will enable perature unit (°C or °F).
  • Page 36 Adjusting the failure/warning Adjusting the button volume Selecting the language (Keys Vol.) (Language) buzzer volume (Beep Vol.) Display messages can be shown in the With this function the volume of the With this function the volume of the following languages: Italian, English, buzzer accompanying any failure/warn- roger-beep accompanying the activation German, Portuguese, Spanish, French,...
  • Page 37 MENU. device will display a message followed by the number of km/mi to go before car servicing. Contact Alfa Romeo Au- thorized Services to carry out any service operation provided by the Service sched- ule or by the Annual inspection plan, and...
  • Page 38 TRIP COMPUTER General features The “Trip computer” displays information (with electronic key fitted into ignition device) relating to the operating status of the car. This function comprises the “General trip” concerning the “complete mission” of the car (journey) and “Trip B” con- cerning the partial mission of the car;...
  • Page 39 Range The “General Trip” displays the figures Values displayed relating to: This value shows the distance in km (or Average consumption ❒ Average consumption mi) that the car can still cover before Represents the indicative average of con- needing fuel, assuming that driving con- ❒...
  • Page 40 New mission (reset) Button TRIP shall also be used to reset the “General Trip” and “Trip B” functions Reset can be: to start a new mission: ❒ “manual”, reset is performed by the ❒ short push: to display the different driver by pressing button TRIP;...
  • Page 41 In the same screen it is not possible to Start of journey procedure have displayed at the same time the (reset) same option at the top and at the bot- Trip A and Trip B reset are independent. tom of the screen. Reset General Trip Briefly press button TRIP to select the two Trip computer modes;...

  • Page 42: Seats

    SEATS WARNING Once you have re- leased the lever, check MANUALLY ADJUSTABLE that the seat is firmly locked SEATS fig. 25 in the runners by trying to move it back and forth. Failure to lock the seat in place could result in the seat moving sud- WARNING denly and the driver losing...
  • Page 43 Seat controls are the following: Lumbar adjustment (where provided) Multifunction control A: Turn the knob D until obtaining the re- ❒ front seat height adjustment; quired position. ❒ rear seat height adjustment; Back rest angle adjustment ❒ vertical seat movement; (where provided) ❒...
  • Page 44 Storing driver’s seat/ door mirror positions Buttons C allows to store and recall three different driver’s seat and door mirror po- sitions. Storing and recalling are only pos- sible with electronic key fitted into igni- tion device. Stored position can only be recalled for A0G0024m fig.

  • Page 45: Head Restraints

    HEAD RESTRAINTS STEERING WHEEL Head restraints are built into the seats. The steering wheel can be adjusted both axially and in height. Release the lever A-fig. 28 pushing it downwards, then adjust the steering wheel as required. To lock the steering wheel, push lever A upwards.

  • Page 46: Rearview Mirrors

    REARVIEW MIRRORS DRIVING MIRROR The mirror is fitted with a safety device that causes it to be released in the event of a violent crash. A0G0135m A0G0036m fig. 29 fig. 30 Using lever A-fig. 29 the mirror can DOOR MIRRORS Adjusting the mirror be adjusted to two different positions: normal or antiglare.
  • Page 47 Locking the doors will obtain door mir- Storing the “parking” rors folding; refitting the key will repo- position of the door mirror sition door mirrors automatically. on the passenger side This function can be activated/deacti- On versions equipped with powered vated by pressing the mirror folding but- seats, to improve visibility during park- ton for over 2 seconds.
  • Page 48 Together with the passenger door mir- Recalling the passenger Automatic door mirror realignment ror “parking” position, also the driver door mirror “parking” seat and door mirror positions will be Proceed as follows: fit the electronic key Each time the ignition key is fitted into stored.

  • Page 49: Climate Control System

    CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM A0G0278m fig. 32 1 Upper vent - 2 Adjustable and swivel central vents - 3 Adjustable and swivel side vents - 4 Lower vents (at feet height) - 5 Windscreen and windows demisting/defrosting vents.
  • Page 50 A0G0014m A0G0057m A0G0067m fig. 33 fig. 35 fig. 36 UPPER VENT fig. 35 WINDSCREEN AND SIDE WINDOW DEMISTING/ The vent has an opening/closing con- DEFROSTING VENTS trol. These vents are located at the ends A- O = Completely closed fig. 36 and on the front part B of the I = Completely open dashboard.

  • Page 51: Manual Climate Control System

    MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (where provided) CONTROLS fig. 37 A - Air temperature knob (mixing warm and cold air); B - Air distribution knob; C - Fan speed knob; D - Heated rear window and door mir- ror defrosting on/off button; E - Windscreen, side windows and door mirror max.
  • Page 52 HEATED REAR WINDOW WARMING THE PASSENGER QUICK WINDSCREEN COMPARTMENT AND FRONT SIDE WINDOW AND DOOR MIRROR DEMISTING/DEFROSTING DEMISTING/DEFROSTING Proceed as follows: (MAX-DEF function) To turn this function on press button ( ❒ turn knob A to the required tem- the button led will turn on. To turn this To turn this function on press button -: perature;...
  • Page 53 However, it is Proceed as follows: Before summer, have the system better not to use it for long periods, es- checked at Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- ❒ turn knob A completely leftwards; pecially if there are several people in the vices.

  • Page 54: Automatic Two-Zone Climate Control System

    AUTOMATIC The following parameters and functions can be set or changed manually: TWO-ZONE CLIMATE ❒ required temperature; CONTROL SYSTEM ❒ fan speed; (where provided) ❒ air distribution on seven levels; ❒ compressor on/off; DESCRIPTION ❒ window demisting/defrosting; A0G0091m fig. 38 The car is fitted with a two-zone climate ❒...
  • Page 55 Controls fig. 39 A - air distribution buttons (on driver and passenger side); B - knob for adjusting temperature on the left side; C - automatic operation button (AUTO); D - climate control data display; E - knob for adjusting temperature on the right side;...
  • Page 56 HI function (HIGH) SWITCHING THE CLIMATE AIR TEMPERATURE (maximum heating power) CONTROL SYSTEM ON ADJUSTMENT KNOBS It is switched on by setting a tempera- The system can be turned on by press- Turning the knob knurled rings (B/E), ing any button (except (, v and ture of more than 32°C on the display, clockwise or counter-clockwise, respec- and can be switched on independently...
  • Page 57 With the function switched on, howev- This function should not be ac- LO function (LOW) tivated when the engine is cold, (highest cooling power) er, all the manual settings can be made. to prevent air not warm enough To switch the function off, you only need It is switched on by setting a tempera- from entering the passenger to turn the ring of knob B/E of the tem-...
  • Page 58 AUTOMATIC OPERATION Will also go off if the system (specially FAN SPEED ADJUSTMENT when compressor is turned off manual- (AUTO BUTTON) Press buttons +/– to increase or to de- ly) cannot reach or cannot keep the re- crease the fan speed. Pressing button AUTO (front and rear quired temperature.
  • Page 59 QUICK FRONT WINDOW IMPORTANT If the engine is not The MAX-DEF function activates the fol- lowing operations: warm enough, the function will not en- DEMISTING/DEFROSTING gage the predefined fan speed imme- (MAX-DEF function) ❒ rear panel turning off (where pro- diately, to limit the flow to the passen- vided);...
  • Page 60 Temperature detection (compressor off HEATED REAR WINDOW CLIMATE CONTROL and outside temperature higher than set AND DOOR MIRROR COMPRESSOR ON/OFF temperature) is activated each time the DEMISTING/DEFROSTING √ Press button to turn the compressor electronic key is fitted into the ignition Press button ( to activate the demist- on: when climate control compressor is device.
  • Page 61 A Air flow to the windscreen and front AIR DISTRIBUTION AIR RECIRCULATION AND side window vents to demist or de- SELECTION AQS FUNCTION ON/OFF frost them. (Air Quality System) Pressing buttons A/S/D you can Splitting of the air flow between the (where provided) manually choose one of the 7 possible central/side dashboard vents and...
  • Page 62 IMPORTANT The inside air recircula- In certain weather con- With the outside tem- tion system makes it possible to reach ditions (e.g. outside perature below -1°C the the required heating or cooling condi- temperature around climate control compres- tions faster. It is however inadvisable to 0°C) and with automatic air re- sor is unable to work.
  • Page 63 Have the conditions of the filter checked inlet (for about 1 minute) to change air by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services at inside the passenger compartment, re- least once a year, preferably at the on- gardless of outside air pollution level.

  • Page 64: Additional Heater

    ADDITIONAL SWITCHING THE CLIMATE After connecting/dis- CONTROL SYSTEM OFF HEATER (diesel connecting the battery, wait for 3 minutes at Press OFF button. The circular led around versions only) least before fitting the elec- the button turns on, signalling the OFF (where provided) tronic key into the ignition de- state.

  • Page 65: External Lights

    Direction indicators EXTERNAL LIGHTS Push the stalk to (stable) position: ❒ up: to turn the right-hand direction LEFT-HAND STALK fig. 40 indicator on; The left-hand stalk control almost all ex- ❒ down: to turn the left-hand direction ternal lights. indicator on. The external lights can only be switched Warning light Î...
  • Page 66 “FOLLOW ME HOME” AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS Deactivation DEVICE SENSOR (daylight sensor) As a result of the sensor control, the (where provided) dipped beam headlights will switch off This function allows the illumination of and, after a few seconds, sidelights will the space in front of the car for a pre- It detects the changes of the external switch off too.
  • Page 67 Parking lights These lights can be turned on, with in- strument panel off, by pressing button C. When pressing the button a warn- ing buzzer will sound and the instrument panel warning light 3 will turn on. Press the button again to turn the lights off.

  • Page 68: Window Washing

    With external lights on, activating the as a consequence. If operation is A0G0098m fig. 43 windscreen washer will also activate the not restored contact Alfa Romeo headlight washer, if provided. 2: continuous slow Authorized Services. 3: continuous fast Windscreen washer/wiper...
  • Page 69 “Smart washing” function The rain sensor is activated automatical- ly moving the right-hand stalk to position Pulling the stalk towards the steering 1-fig. 43 and it has a range of adjust- wheel (unstable position) operates the ment that gradually varies between wiper windscreen washer.
  • Page 70 Removing the electronic key from the IMPORTANT In the event of rain sen- Failure warnings ignition device, the rain sensor is deac- sor failure, windscreen wiper operation Sensor failure is indicated by a dedicat- tivated and the next time the engine is with right-hand stalk at 1-fig.
  • Page 71 IMPORTANT Check at regular inter- Streaks of water could vals correct operation and cleanness of cause non-required blade nozzles. movements. WARNING Make sure the device is A0G0046m fig. 45 off when cleaning the windscreen. HEADLIGHT WASHERS (where provided) fig. 45 Headlight washers are visible and are fit- ted with a nozzle for each external light function.

  • Page 72: Cruise Control

    CRUISE CONTROL TO MEMORISE SPEED (where provided) Proceed as follows: ❒ turn the knurled ring A-fig. 46 to Ü and press the accelerator pedal GENERAL to the required speed; The speed regulator (CRUISE CON- ❒ push the stalk upwards (+) or down- TROL), with electronic control, makes wards (–), then release it: car speed it possible to drive the car at the required...
  • Page 73 TO REDUCE TO RESET MEMORISED SPEED TO INCREASE THE MEMORISED SPEED MEMORISED SPEED If the device has been disengaged for example pressing the brake or clutch The speed memorised can be increased The speed memorised can be increased pedal, the memorised speed can be re- in two ways: in two ways: set as follows:...
  • Page 74 ABS or VDC systems turn the knurled ring A-fig. 46 ❒ turning the knurled ring A-fig. 46 come into operation (above a max. pre- to O and contact Alfa Romeo to O; set time): in this case the last set speed Authorized...

  • Page 75: Ceiling Lights

    CEILING LIGHTS FRONT CEILING LIGHT fig. 47 Press button: A: to turn on/off the courtesy light on the left side; A0G0225m A0G0075m fig. 47 fig. 48 B: to turn on/off the central light; IMPORTANT Leaving inadvertently a PUDDLE LIGHT C: to turn on/off the courtesy light on door open, the ceiling lights and the pud- The door light A-fig.
  • Page 76 In the following table are summarised the causes that make front/rear ceiling lights turn on/off and their turning on/off mode: Cause Ceiling lights turning on/off mode Opening one of the doors Light turning on for a few minutes. This timed operation will be reactivated each time a door is opened Closing all the doors With electronic key removed from ignition device:...

  • Page 77: Controls

    CONTROLS Door unlocking in the event WARNING of a crash If central door locking In the event of a crash that triggers the has been activated POWER SUPPLY AND FUEL fuel cut-off switch, the doors will unlock from inside the car and after a CUT-OFF SWITCHES automatically to enable getting into the crash the fuel cut-off switch...
  • Page 78 A0G0221m A0G0126m A0G0071m fig. 49 fig. 50 fig. 51 Resetting the fuel cut-off Resetting the power supply The switch is located inside the fuse box switch cut-off switch at battery positive terminal. (where provided) To reset the power supply cut-off switch, proceed as follows: WARNING WARNING...

  • Page 79: Interior Fittings

    INTERIOR FITTINGS CENTRAL ARMREST The central armrest is located between the front seats. Inside the armrest is housed an air-conditioned food box (where provided) (see next paragraph). A0G0263m A0G0262m fig. 53 fig. 52 Oddment compartment Air-conditioned food box (where provided) To open the oddment compartment, press button A-fig.
  • Page 80 IMPORTANT Always check that the cigar lighter has turned off. IMPORTANT The cigar lighter gets very hot. Handle it with care and make sure that it is not used by children: dan- ger of fire and/or burns. IMPORTANT Do not plug electric ac- cessories with power exceeding 100W A0G0149m A0G0140m...
  • Page 81 A0G0264m A0G0248m A0G0269m fig. 56 fig. 58 fig. 60 SUN VISORS fig. 60 Sun visors are set at the sides of the dri- ving mirror. They can swing up or down. A0G0268m A0G0267m fig. 57 fig. 59 ODDMENTS COMPARTMENTS They are located on the central console fig.

  • Page 82: The Top

    THE TOP PRECAUTIONS/INSTRUCTIONS TOP WASHING/CLEANING FOR USING THE TOP The canvas top is treated with a special water-repellent and waterproofing prod- Do not secure devices for carrying lug- The car features a powered three-ply top uct. gage to the top. with automatic-control and heated rear window.
  • Page 83 Before washing the top, use a soft brush Top waterproofing Before opening/closing the top make or a vacuum cleaner to remove as much sure to have space enough to perform Only use the waterproofing product rec- dirt as possible from the surface. This operations easily, check also for absence ommended by Fiat Auto.
  • Page 84 CLEANING THE TOP Stains/dirt TOP OPENING/CLOSING The excrement of the birds must be Use a product for fabrics or liquid hand Warnings washed right away because the acids soap with clean water rubbing in the di- Strictly comply with the following in- may damage the fabric and compromise rection of the pattern towards the back structions:...
  • Page 85 10 minutes with the both windows pressing the relevant electronic key removed from the button, or open the doors. Should ignition device in order to let the this malfunctioning persist, contact top opening/closing system to Alfa Romeo Authorised Services. cool-down.
  • Page 86 Stopping the opening/closing operation Releasing button C-fig. 61 during opening/closing, will automatically stop the top. In this event, the display will show a warning message + symbol. The movement operation can be con- tinued after a few minutes by pressing A0G0280g A0G0287m fig.
  • Page 87 A0G0152m A0G0288m A0G0121m fig. 64 fig. 66 fig. 68 ❒ with the relevant tube key located in the trunk and the screw driver (fig. 67) included in the supply turn the nut to open the lock of the top cover (a quarter clockwise turn right);...
  • Page 88 A0G0291m A0G0293m A0G0294m fig. 69 fig. 71 fig. 72 ❒ use the proper tube type key locat- ed in the trunk and the screw in- cluded in the supply (fig. 70) turn the nut counter clockwise to close the front lock of the top; ❒...
  • Page 89 Fitting operations, you are however recom- (where provided) Press button C-fig. 61 to stow the top mended to contact Alfa Romeo Au- into its housing. The wind stopper located behind the throrised Services to restore regular top seats fig. 75, improves driving com- Proceed as follows: operation.
  • Page 90 Stowing Stow the Wind stopper inside the pock- et located on the front side of the top compartment fig. 78, check for prop- er positioning and then complete the top closing cycle. IMPORTANT During wind stopper fit- ting/removing and stowing operations, A0G0881m A0G0115m fig.

  • Page 91: Doors

    If one or more doors are open by turning DOORS the metal insert of the electronic key, on- ly the driver’s door led will flash fast for CENTRAL DOOR about 3 seconds. LOCKING/UNLOCKING If the doors are closed but the tailgate SYSTEM is open, central locking is actuated: the direction indicators (only for locking per-...
  • Page 92 Button q will be deactivated by locking Door locking/ unlocking from the inside the doors by remote control, driver’s door revolving plug or automatic locking Press button q (fig. 79) to lock/ un- after about 2.5 minutes and it will be lock all the doors.

  • Page 93: Power Windows

    POWER WINDOWS IMPORTANT Keeping the remote control button pressed for about 2 sec- onds will obtain automatic window IMPORTANT After turning the engine opening. Keep the remote control but- off, power windows will stay active for ton pressed until closing the window about 3 minutes, they will deactivate completely otherwise the window will immediately when opening one of the...
  • Page 94 IMPORTANT Window automatism Press buttons A or B to open/close the Improper use of the shall be restored after replacing or dis- required window. power windows can be connecting the battery or after replacing dangerous. Before and Pressing briefly one of the buttons the the power window control unit protec- during its operation ensure that window “jerks”...

  • Page 95: Boot

    IMPORTANT After battery discon- BOOT nection or if the protection fuse blows, tailgate opening/closing mechanism The boot is fitted with a power lock that shall be “initialised” as follows: is disabled when the car is running. ❒ close the doors and the tailgate; Using the “Setup Menu”...
  • Page 96 OPENING THE TAILGATE BY TAILGATE CLOSING REMOTE CONTROL Lower the tailgate pressing the lock un- Press the electronic key button `. til hearing the locking click. Opening is indicated by double flashing IMPORTANT Before closing the boot, of direction indicators. check whether you have with you the ignition key since the boot will be locked Opening the boot with alarm on (where...
  • Page 97 WARNING A heavy load that has not been secured may cause serious harm. A0G0131m A0G0010m fig. 83 fig. 85 LUGGAGE COVER fig. 85 WARNING (where provided) If you want to carry reserve fuel in a can, The luggage cover shall be used to follow law regulations, only arrange luggage and/or to carry light using a certified can, suitably...

  • Page 98: Bonnet

    BONNET WARNING Carry out operations only when the car is TO OPEN THE BONNET stationary. Proceed as follows: ❒ pull lever A-fig. 86 until hearing the releasing click; WARNING A0G0122m For safety reasons the ❒ keep the lever B-fig. 87 pulled fig.

  • Page 99: Headlights

    A-fig. 88 set on the the headlights must be set properly. Con- button control panel near the steering tact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to wheel. have the headlights properly adjusted. If the car is fitted with bixenon head- lights, headlight aiming is electronic and therefore control A is not present.
  • Page 100 ❒ move lever A-fig. 89 aside. into the boot (290 kg for 2.2 JTS version, 275 kg for 3.2 JTS ver- Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services sion); to have the headlights correctly adjusted. ❒ position 3 - not to be used.

  • Page 101: Abs System

    ABS SYSTEM INTERVENTION ABS SYSTEM WARNING The ABS exploits the The driver can tell the ABS system has tyre-road grip at the The car is fitted with ABS braking sys- come into action because the brake ped- best, but it cannot improve it; tem, which prevents the wheels from al pulsates slightly and the system gets you should therefore take...
  • Page 102 Drive extremely Brake Assist is deactivated on the ver- without the aid of the ABS system. carefully to the closest Alfa Romeo Au- sions equipped with VDC system in the Drive carefully to the closest Alfa Romeo...

  • Page 103: Vdc System

    VDC SYSTEM VDC SYSTEM INTERVENTION (Vehicle Dynamics It is indicated by the blinking of the warning light á on the instrument pan- Control) el, to inform the driver that the car is in critical stability and grip conditions. The VDC system is an electronic system controlling the car stability in the event TURNING THE VDC SYSTEM of tyre grip loss.
  • Page 104 6%, en- tion “Warning lights and messages”). In that the space-saver spare gine running, clutch and brake ped- this case contact Alfa Romeo Authorized wheel has dimensions smaller al depressed, gearbox to neutral or Services as soon as possible.
  • Page 105 ASR SYSTEM Failure warnings The action of the ASR is particularly help- ful in the following circumstances: (AntiSlip Regulation) System failure is indicated by the dedi- ❒ slipping of the inner wheel due to cated message on the display (see sec- This system is an integral part of the VDC tion “Warning lights and messages”).
  • Page 106 Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- in providing torque to the engine thus vices as soon as possible. preventing excessive driving wheel dri-...

  • Page 107: Eobd System

    IMPORTANT After eliminating the ed with emissions. inconvenience, to check the system completely, Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- It also alerts the driver, by turning on the vices are obliged to run a bench test warning light U on the instrument pan-...

  • Page 108: Accessories Purchased By The Owner

    IMPORTANT The use of mobile that in any case burden the electric sup- phones, HAM radio systems or other ply, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- similar devices inside the passenger vices, whose qualified personnel, besides compartment (without separate aerial) Fiat Auto S.p.A.

  • Page 109: Parking Sensors

    PARKING SENSORS ACTIVATION WARNING (where provided) Sensors are activated automatically, Parking manoeuvres with electronic key fitted into the igni- however are always tion device, when the reverse gear is en- under the driver’s responsibil- Parking sensors inform the driver about gaged.
  • Page 110 BUZZER Repainting the bumpers or touch-up in the sen- The presence of any obstacle and its dis- sor area, if required, tance from the car is indicated by the shall be carried out at Alfa buzzers installed in the rear area of the Romeo Authorized Services on- passenger compartment.
  • Page 111 Sensors ed by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services and relevant electrical connections are at next inspection. then constantly monitored during sys- tem operation.

  • Page 112: Tyre Pressure Monitoring System

    Alfa Romeo; warning indications to the instrument other sealants could cause system mal- panel only after a few seconds when the functioning.
  • Page 113 Romeo Authorized Services. Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. fitting, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to have tyre and/or rim Strong radio-frequency disturbances Tyre pressure could change according to changed.
  • Page 114 – with others of different size (*) Wheel cross switching – (front/rear) (**) (*) Given as an alternative on the owner's manual and to be found in Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo. (**) Not crossed (tyres shall remain on the same side).

  • Page 115: At The Filling Station

    DIESEL ENGINES AT THE FILLING The car must only be filled with diesel fuel for STATION If the outside temperature is very low, motor vehicles, in com- the diesel thickens due to the formation pliance with European Standard of paraffin and could clog the diesel fu- EN590.
  • Page 116 A0G0159m A0G0160m A0G0130m fig. 92 fig. 93 fig. 94 FUEL FILLER CAP IMPORTANT The sealing of the tank EMERGENCY OPENING may cause light pressurising in the tank. OF THE FUEL FILLER CAP The fuel filler cap can only be opened A little breathing off, while slackening with doors unlocked and engine turned In case of failure, the fuel filler cap can...

  • Page 117: Protecting The Environment

    PROTECTING THE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER Diesel particulate filter clogged (DPF) ENVIRONMENT When the Diesel particulate filter is The Diesel Particulate Filter is a me- clogged, the display will show symbol chanical filter, integral with the exhaust The devices for curtailing petrol engine h and the dedicated message.
  • Page 118 SEAT BELTS ............118 S.B.R. SYSTEM ..........118 PRETENSIONERS ..........119 CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY ......122 FRONT AIR BAGS..........126 SIDE AIR BAGS (Side bag) ......... 130...

  • Page 119: Seat Belts

    SEAT BELTS S.B.R. SYSTEM (Seat Belt Reminder) USING THE SEAT BELTS The car is fitted with the S.B.R. system (Seat Belt Reminder), consisting of a The belt should be worn keeping the buzzer which, together with the flash- chest straight and rested against the seat ing of warning light <, warns the driver back.

  • Page 120: Pretensioners

    Romeo Authorized Services. shoulders during the belt restraining ac- Pretensioner validity is indi- tion in case of front crash. cated on the label on driver’s door. Pretensioners should be replaced at Alfa Romeo Au- thorized Services as this date approaches.
  • Page 121 WARNING For maximum protec- tion keep the back of your seat upright, lean back in- to it and make sure the seat belt fits closely across your chest and hips. Make sure that the seat belts of the front and A0G0104m A0G0103m fig.
  • Page 122 ❒ a serious accident, replace the belt ified and authorised personnel. being worn at that time, even if it A0G0105m fig. 4 Always contact Alfa Romeo does not appear damaged. Always Authorized Services. replace the seat belts if pretension- IMPORTANT Never travel with a child ers have been activated;...

  • Page 123: Carrying Children Safely

    CARRYING The results of research on the best child Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo offers seats for restraint systems are contained in the each weight group, which are the rec- CHILDREN SAFELY European Standard ECE-R44. This Stan- ommended choice, as they have been...
  • Page 124 WARNING SERIOUS DANGER If it is absolutely necessary to carry a child on the front passenger seat with the cradle child’s seat facing backwards, the front passenger’s air bags A0G0106m A0G0106m (front air bag, knees air bag, fig. 5 fig. 6 where provided, and side bag GROUP 0 and 0+ GROUP 1...
  • Page 125 WARNING Seats exist which are suitable for covering weight groups 0 and 1 with a rear connection to the car belts and their own belts to restrain the child. Due to their size, they can be dangerous if installed in- A0G0108m A0G0109m correctly fastened to the car...
  • Page 126 Seat with 8 positions Group 0, 0+ up to 13 kg Group 1 9-18 kg Group 2 15-25 kg Group 3 22-36 kg Key: L = suitable for certain child’s restraint systems available at Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo for the specified group.

  • Page 127: Front Air Bags

    ❒ always check the seat belts do not FRONT AIR BAGS Below is a summary of the rules of safety to be followed for car- fit around the child’s throat; rying children: ❒ while travelling, do not let the child The car is fitted with front multistage air ❒...
  • Page 128 The front air bags (driver and passen- ger) and knees air bags (driver and pas- senger) are not a replacement of but complementary to the use of belts, which should always be worn, as spec- ified by law in Europe and most non Eu- ropean countries.
  • Page 129 WARNING WARNING With passenger’s air On cars fitted with bag active, never place front passenger’s air child’s seats with the cradle bag deactivation (front facing backwards since the air air bag, knees air bag bag activation could cause to (where provided) and the child serious injuries, even side on seat), these air bags mortal.
  • Page 130 The warning light Fon front ceiling light IMPORTANT Operate the switch on- ly when the engine is not running and panel stays on permanently until the pas- the ignition key is removed. senger’s air bags are reactivated. The key-operated switch has two posi- tions: ❒...

  • Page 131: Side Air Bags (Side Bag)

    The cushion im- bel located on the driver’s door. As these mediately inflates, placing itself as a pro- dates approach, contact Alfa Romeo Au- tection, between the occupant’s body thorized Services for replacement. and the structure that could cause in- juries.
  • Page 132 (together with the only be carried out c/o Alfa Romeo Au- message on the display) there thorized Services. could be a failure in safety systems;...
  • Page 133 ON) turns on system checked by Alfa Romeo bumped by another moving and flashes for few seconds to Authorized Services.
  • Page 134 ENGINE STARTING ..........134 PARKING............139 USING THE GEARBOX......... 140 CONTAINING RUNNING COSTS ......141 TOWING TRAILERS..........143 SNOW TYRES ........... 144 SNOW CHAINS ..........145 CAR INACTIVITY ..........146...

  • Page 135: Engine Starting

    If the engine fails ❒ Ensure that the handbrake is up; acceleration, long journeys at to start, see paragraph “Alfa Romeo ❒ Fully press the clutch pedal, without top speed, sharp braking, etc.). CODE system” in section “Dashboard pressing the accelerator;...
  • Page 136 The starter automatically operates until STARTING PROCEDURE FOR The starter automatically operates until the engine starts. the engine starts. DIESEL VERSIONS With engine off and electronic key in- With engine off and electronic key in- Proceed as follows: serted in the ignition device, it is possible serted in the ignition device, it is possi- ❒...
  • Page 137 In this and then press button START/STOP. In the event of failure, the electronic key case contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- can be removed from the ignition device to If after a few attempts the engine does vices.
  • Page 138 HOW TO WARM UP THE STOPPING THE ENGINE IMPORTANT After a taxing drive, you should allow the engine to “catch its ENGINE AFTER IT HAS JUST With car stopped press button START/ breath” before turning it off by letting it STARTED STOP.
  • Page 139 IMPORTANT Only fit the metal insert A quick burst on the ac- B of the electronic key into slot A-fig.1. celerator before turning off the engine serves absolutely no practical purpose, IMPORTANT If emergency removal it wastes fuel and is damaging is carried out with the engine running, especially to turbocharged en- the engine and the instrument panel will...

  • Page 140: Parking

    Al- a few clicks of the handbrake lever. If ways remove the electronic key this is not the case, contact Alfa Romeo when leaving the car and take Authorized Services to have the hand- it out with you.

  • Page 141: Using The Gearbox

    USING THE GEARBOX WARNING To change gears prop- erly you must push the The car is fitted with 6-gear manual clutch pedal fully down. It is gearbox. Gear positions are shown on therefore essential that there the gearshift lever knob. is nothing under the pedals: Always press down the clutch pedal make sure mats are lying flat...

  • Page 142: Containing Running Costs

    Climate control CONTAINING Unnecessary loads RUNNING COSTS Do not travel with too much luggage The air conditioner is an additional load stowed in the boot. The weight of the which greatly affects the engine leading car (especially when driving in town) to higher consumption.
  • Page 143 CONDITIONS OF USE DRIVING STYLE Gear selection As soon as the conditions of the traffic Starting Cold starting and road allow, use a higher gear. Us- Do not warm the engine with the car Short journeys and frequent cold starts ing a low gear to obtain brilliant perfor- at a standstill or at idle or high speed: do not allow the engine to reach opti-...

  • Page 144: Towing Trailers

    TOWING TRAILERS Engage a low gear when driving down- WARNING hill, rather than constantly using the The ABS system with brake. which the car may be IMPORTANT NOTES The weight the trailer exerts on the car fitted does not control the tow hook reduces by the same amount trailer braking system.

  • Page 145: Snow Tyres

    It is therefore necessary to limit km/h for tyres with “T” their use to the purposes for which they Alfa Romeo Authorized Services will be marking and 210 km/h for are certified. glad to provide advice concerning the tyres with H marking.

  • Page 146: Snow Chains

    SNOW CHAINS IMPORTANT Snow chains cannot be WARNING fitted to the space-saver spare wheel Keep your speed down (where provided). So, if a front (drive) when snow chains are Use of snow chains should be in compli- wheel is punctured and chains are need- fitted.

  • Page 147: Car Inactivity

    ❒ clean and protect the painted parts ❒ if you don’t disconnect the battery CAR INACTIVITY using protective wax; from the electric system, check its charge every month and recharge it ❒ clean and protect the shiny metal If the car is to be left inactive for longer if the optical indicator shows a dark parts using special compounds read- than a month, the following precautions...
  • Page 148 LOW BRAKE FLUID/HANDBRAKE ON ....149 HILL HOLDER FAILURE ........159 BRAKE PAD WEAR ..........149 ASR SYSTEM............ 159 SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED......... 150 EXTERNAL LIGHTS FAILURE ......... 160 AIR BAG FAILURE..........151 BRAKE LIGHTS FAILURE ........160 PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAGS DEACTIVATED ..151 REAR FOG LIGHTS ..........
  • Page 149 WARNING LIGHTS Very serious failures Serious failures AND MESSAGES These failures are repeated on the display These failures are repeated on the display indefinitely and stop any previous indi- for about 20 seconds and then they go cation on the display. These failures are off.

  • Page 150: Low Brake Fluid/Handbrake On

    LOW BRAKE FLUID Handbrake on BRAKE PAD WEAR (red) (amber) The warning light turns on when the handbrake is on. HANDBRAKE ON The display will show message + symbol when front brake pads are (red) worn; in this case have them changed Fitting the key into the ignition device as soon as possible.

  • Page 151: Seat Belts Not Fastened

    The buzzer can be muted temporarily by For permanent buzzer deactivation con- < the following procedure: tact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. FASTENED (red) The “seat belt reminder” system can be ❒ fasten front seat belts; With car stationary, the warn- reactivated only through the “Setup...

  • Page 152: Air Bag Failure

    With passenger’s front air bags on, fitting safety systems. Before restart- If the ¬ warning light the key into the ignition device the warn- ing contact Alfa Romeo Autho- does not turn on when ing light shall turn on glowing steadily for rized Services immediately to...

  • Page 153: Engine Coolant High Temperature

    Before restarting (with a dedicated message on the display) IMPORTANT Under severe use of the ccontact Alfa Romeo Autho- to indicate engine overheating. If the warn- car, keep the engine on and slightly ac- rized Services immediately to...

  • Page 154: Engine Oil High Temperature

    Warning light turning on when travelling travelling stop the engine immediately (together with the message on the dis- and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- play) indicates that engine oil is too hot; vices. switch the engine off and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.

  • Page 155: Incomplete Door Locking

    In these conditions it is possible to con- tinue driving without however requiring heavy effort or high speed from the en- gine. In any case, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as soon as possible.

  • Page 156: Car Protection System Failure

    – glowing steadily (together with possible. car protection system failure: in this the message on the display): means a event contact Alfa Romeo Authorized fault in the supply/ignition system Services as soon as possible. which could cause high emissions at the...

  • Page 157: Electronic Key Not Recognized

    – symbol stays displayed at the bot- indicate an attempt of break-in. Contact tom right of the screen (until outside Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as soon temperature is lower than or equal to as possible. 6°C). Electronic key not recognized...

  • Page 158: Pre-Heating Glow Plugs/ Pre-Heating Glow Plug Failure

    Contact PLUGS FAILURE tion. If the warning light c on Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as soon (diesel versions - the dial turns on (on certain ver- as possible to have the failure eliminat-...

  • Page 159: Inertial Fuel Cut-Off Switched On

    ABS system. Drive careful- smell fuel or see leaks ding. ly and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized from the fuel system, do not Services as soon as possible. reset the switch to avoid fire Drive with the utmost care to the near- risk.

  • Page 160: Vdc System

    Alfa Romeo Authorized Services ing light á turns on glowing steadily as soon as possible. (together with a message on the dis- play). In this case contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as soon as possible.

  • Page 161: External Lights Failure

    BRAKE LIGHTS SIDE/TAILLIGHTS EXTERNAL LIGHTS FAILURE (amber) (green) FAILURE (amber) The display will show message The display will show message FOLLOW ME HOME + symbol when a failure at brake lights + symbol when one of the following (green) (stop) is detected. lights is failing: Side/taillights The failure could be due to: blown bulb,...

  • Page 162: Main Beam Headlights

    MAIN BEAM LIGHT SENSOR PARKING SENSORS HEADLIGHTS (blue) FAILURE FAILURE (where provided) (where provided) The warning light turns on (amber) (amber) when the main beams are turned on. The display will show message + sym- The display will show message + sym- bol to indicate a failure at parking sen- bol to indicate a failure at the light sen- sors.

  • Page 163: Cruise Control

    If the issue persists, refer to DIESEL PARTICULATE indicate a permanent top failure. Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. FILTER CLOGGED In this event, contact Alfa Romeo Au- (diesel versions) thorized Serv (amber) Temporary top failure The display will show message + sym- bol when the diesel particulate filter is Message + symbol †...

  • Page 164: Windscreen Washer Fluid Low Level

    (Tyre Pressure Monitoring Sys- level falls down the preset min. level. Should two or more tyre be flat, the dis- tem). Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized play will show the indications corre- Services as soon as possible. sponding to each tyre in sequence.

  • Page 165: Low Inflation Pressure

    (where provid- threshold. ed) or repair the puncture tyre using the proper kit (see paragraph “If a tyre is punctured” in section “In an emer- gency”) and then contact Alfa Romeo Au- thorized Services as soon as possible.
  • Page 166 In an emergency we recommend that you call the freephone number found in the Warranty Booklet. You can also consult www.alfaromeo.com to find your nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Services. JUMP STARTING ..........166 IF A TYRE IS PUNCTURED ........167 QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT FIX&GO automatic ...

  • Page 167: Jump Starting

    JUMP STARTING Under no circumstances should a battery charger be used to start the en- If the battery is flat, it is possible to start gine: it could damage the elec- the engine using an auxiliary battery tronic systems and in particular with the same capacity or a little high- the ignition and injection control er than the flat one.

  • Page 168: If A Tyre Is Punctured

    IF A TYRE BUMP STARTING WARNING IS PUNCTURED Never bump start the engine (by push- Alert other drivers that ing, towing, or coasting downhill) as this the car is stationary in could cause fuel to flow into the catalytic compliance with local regula- The car is equipped with the “Quick tyre exhaust system and damage it beyond tions: hazard warning lights,...
  • Page 169 WARNING WARNING WARNING The space-saver spare When driving with a The jack shall only be wheel (for versions/ space-saver spare used changing markets where applicable) is wheel fitted, the driving per- wheels on the car with which specific to your car; do not use formance of the car changes.
  • Page 170 WARNING Never tamper with the inflation valve. Never place tools between the rim and tyre. Check and restore, if required, the pressure of tyres and spare wheel to the values given in section “Technical A0G0132m A0G0134m Specifications”. fig. 2 fig. 3 ❒...
  • Page 171 A0G0019m A0G0206m A0G0272m fig. 4 fig. 5 fig. 6 ❒ for versions equipped with space- saver spare wheel, loosen the lock- ing device A-fig. 4, take out the tool container B, and take it near the wheel to be changed then take the space-saver spare wheel;...
  • Page 172 When you have finished: ❒ Stow the spare wheel in the space provided in the boot; ❒ Fit the jack partially open in its con- tainer forcing it lightly to prevent it from vibrating when travelling; ❒ Put the tools back into their places in the container;...

  • Page 173: Quick Tyre Repair Kit Fix&Go Automatic

    QUICK TYRE REPAIR KIT FIX&GO automatic The car is provided with the quick tyre repair kit “FIX&GO automatic”, instead of the traditional tool kit and space-saver A0G0228m A0G0114m spare wheel. fig. 10 fig. 11 The kit is placed in the boot on left side ❒...
  • Page 174 It should be noticed that: WARNING WARNING The sealing fluid of the quick tyre re- Hand the instruction Repairs are not possi- pair kit is effective with external tem- brochure to the per- ble in case of damages peratures between –20°C and +50°C. sonnel charged with treating on the wheel rim (bad groove The sealing fluid has limited life.
  • Page 175 WARNING WARNING The cylinder contains The compressor shall ethylene glycol. The not be operated for cylinder contains latex: it can more than 20 minutes. Risk of cause allergic reactions. It is overheating!. Tyres repaired harmful if ingested or inhaled with the quick tyre repair kit and irritant for the eyes and in shall be used temporarily only.
  • Page 176 A-fig. 14 and reading; aged and the quick tyre repair kit screw the ring nut B-fig. 15 on the cannot guarantee suitable sealing, tyre valve; contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services;...
  • Page 177 “Technical Specifications”, start sure; pull up the handbrake; running and handbrake on) and driving immediately; restart; ❒ drive with the utmost care to the nearest Alfa Romeo Authorized Service. WARNING WARNING Apply the sticker in a If pressure falls below visible position for the 1.8 bar, stop the car...
  • Page 178 A0G0215m A0G0216m A0G0047m fig. 18 fig. 19 fig. 20 CHECKING AND RESTORING CYLINDER REPLACEMENT WARNING PRESSURE ONLY PROCEDURE Inform other people driving the car that the The compressor can be also used just for To replace the cylinder proceed as fol- tyre has been repaired using restoring pressure.

  • Page 179: When Needing To Change A Bulb

    The presence of drops inside units) carried out incorrectly the headlights means water infiltration, and without bearing the fea- therefore contact Alfa Romeo Authorized tures of the system in mind Services. can cause malfunctions with the risk of fire.
  • Page 180 fig. 21 A0G0117m TYPES OF BULBS fig. 21 Bayonet type bulbs: press the D-E Halogen bulbs: to remove the bulb, turn counter-clockwise to re- bulb, release the clip holding the Various types of bulbs are fitted to your move this type of bulb from its bulb in place.
  • Page 181 BULBS FIGURE 21 TYPE POWER Main beam headlights Dipped beam headlights Main beams/Dipped beams (versions with Bixenon headlights) (where provided) Additional main beams (where provided) Front sidelights (1 per headlight) W5WB Taillights P21/5W Front fog lights Front direction indicator PY21W Side direction indicator Rear direction indicator P21W...

  • Page 182: If An Exterior Light Burns Out

    IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT For the type of bulb and power rating, see “When needing to change a bulb”. FRONT LIGHT UNITS A0G0191m A0G0223m fig. 22 fig. 23 The front light units contain main beam, sidelights, direction indicator and dipped ❒...
  • Page 183 A0G0193m A0G0194m A0G0192m fig. 24 fig. 25 fig. 26 Sidelights Front direction indicators Dipped beam headlights (halogen bulbs) To change the bulb, proceed as follows: To change the bulb, proceed as follows: To change the bulb, proceed as follows: ❒ turn cover B-fig. 22 counter-clock- ❒...
  • Page 184 ❒ remove bulb D and replace it; ❒ fit the bulb holder B into the lens C then position the unit, the catch shall click into place A-fig. 27. Be careful not to dam- A0G0163m A0G0164m fig. 27 fig. 28 age the car body or the lens.
  • Page 185 Front fog lights fig. 29 REAR LIGHT UNITS The bulbs are arranged inside the light unit fig. 31 as follows: IMPORTANT Contact Alfa Romeo Au- Rear light units contain: reversing light, thorized Services to have front fog lights rear fog light, direction indicators, tail- A Reversing light (left side)/rear fog replaced and adjusted.
  • Page 186 A0G0040m A0G0170m A0G0229m fig. 32 fig. 33 fig. 34 ❒ refit the bulb holder, it shall click in- Taillights/Brake lights Reversing light/rear fog light to place; look at the light from the The rear light unit houses two bulbs for Reversing light and rear fog light are lo- outside to check for proper bulb po- taillights/brake lights.
  • Page 187 A0G0167m A0G0168m A0G0274m fig. 35 fig. 36 fig. 38 Direction indicators Additional brake light (third stop) To replace the bulbs proceed as follows: To change the bulb (fig. 38), proceed ❒ open the boot and the lid as de- as follows: scribed previously (see fig.

  • Page 188: If An Interior Light Burns Out

    For the type of bulb and power rating, see “When needing to change a bulb”. FRONT CEILING LIGHT A0G0172m fig. 40 Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services A0G0275m fig. 39 to have the bulb replaced. ❒ release the clips and working...
  • Page 189 A0G0173m A0G0276m A0G0204m fig. 41 fig. 42 fig. 43 ❒ close protection B-fig. 41 on light ❒ open the protection cover B-fig. 43 BOOT LIGHT unit A-fig. 40; and replace the bulb releasing it from To change the bulb, proceed as follows: the side contacts making sure that ❒...
  • Page 190 ❒ refit the light unit inserting first one side and then the other one until hear- ing the locking click. A0G0075m A0G0235m fig. 44 fig. 45 ❒ close protection B-fig. 45 on light PUDDLE LIGHT unit A-fig. 44; To change the bulb, proceed as follows: ❒...

  • Page 191: If A Fuse Blows

    (same colour). A: undamaged fuse WARNING If the fuse blows again, B: fuse with damaged filament. contact Alfa Romeo Au- WARNING To replace a fuse, use the pliers C thorized Services. Never change a fuse hooked to the fusebox on the dash- with another with a board.
  • Page 192 A0G0157m fig. 47 FUSE LOCATION Fuses are grouped into four fuse boxes to be found respectively on the dash- board, on the battery positive pole, near the battery and inside the boot (left- hand side). fig. 48 A0G0124m Fuse box on the dashboard To gain access to the fuses in the fuse box on the dashboard, loosen the fas- tening screw A-fig.
  • Page 193 A0G0126m fig. 49 Fuse box on the battery positive pole To gain access to the fuses in the fuse box on the battery positive pole press the retainers A-fig. 49 and remove the protection cover B. fig. 50 A0G0125m...
  • Page 194 A0G0128m fig. 51 Fuse box near the battery To gain access to the fuses, loosen the two fastening screws A-fig. 51 and remove the protection cover B. fig. 52 A0G0123m...
  • Page 195 A0G0277m fig. 53 Fuse box in the boot (left-hand side) To gain access to the fuses, loosen de- vice A-fig. 53 and open cover B. fig. 54 A0G0224m...
  • Page 196 FUSE SUMMARY TABLE LIGHTS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE Right main beam headlight Left main beam headlight Right dipped beam headlight Left dipped beam headlight Front fog light Reversing light Third brake light Front ceiling light Front ceiling light Direction indicators Hazard lights USERS FUSE AMPERE...
  • Page 197 USERS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE Climate control system fan F02 (MAXI-FUSE) Electric steering lock F03 (MAXI-FUSE) Brake branch point (pump) F04 (MAXI-FUSE) Brake branch point (solenoid valve) F05 (MAXI-FUSE) Radiator fan (low speed) F06 (MAXI-FUSE) Radiator fan (high speed) F07 (MAXI-FUSE) Headlight washer Horns Electronic injection sundry secondary services...
  • Page 198 USERS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE Water in diesel fuel filter sensor/flow meter Brake light switch/central console control panel Cruise Control AQS sensor Free – Instrument panel branch point Front headlight control unit/Power to control unit for gas-discharge headights (Bixenon) (where provided) Boot locking/unlocking gearmotor EOBD system diagnostic socket T.P.M.S.
  • Page 199 USERS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE Cigar lighter on central console Radionavigation system Rain sensor control unit Steering wheel branch point Control buttons panel Parking sensor branch point Central console controls lights Seat controls lights Windscreen services Mobile phone presetting START/STOP button Air Bag system T.P.M.S.
  • Page 200 USERS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE + 30 HI-FI audio amplifier Left seat movement control Left seat warming Right seat movement control Free – Right seat warming Free – Free – Top hydraulic pump Top control unit and solenoid valves Free – Free –...

  • Page 201: If The Battery Is Flat

    55. In any and fire risk. Charging should be slow at a low amp case, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized rating for 24 hours. Charging for a Services. longer time may damage the battery.

  • Page 202: Towing The Car

    TOWING THE CAR The tow ring provided with the car is housed in the tool container. PRECAUTIONS FOR TOWING THE CAR To prevent damaging transmission com- A0G0272m A0G0230m fig. 55 fig. 56 ponents, you are recommended to tow WITH THE JACK the car only in one of the following TOW RING HOOKING ways:...
  • Page 203 WARNING WARNING Before starting to tow, Do not start the engine disengage the steering when towing the car. lock (see paragraph “Ignition de- vice” in section “Dashboard and controls”). When towing, re- WARNING member that without the help of The front and rear tow the brake booster and power A0G0176m hooks must only be...
  • Page 204 SCHEDULED SERVICING........204 SERVICE SCHEDULE ........... 205 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ........207 HEAVY-DUTY ............ 207 CHECKING FLUID LEVELS ........208 AIR FILTER/POLLEN FILTER ........ 213 DIESEL FUEL FILTER .......... 213 BATTERY ............215 WHEELS AND TYRES.......... 218 RUBBER HOSES ..........220 WINDSCREEN WIPER ........

  • Page 205: Scheduled Servicing

    This is why Alfa Romeo has programmed If during whatever service operation, in a series of checks and maintenance op- addition to the ones programmed, the...

  • Page 206: Service Schedule

    SERVICE SCHEDULE Thousands of km ● ● ● ● ● Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if required Check light system operation (headlights, direction indicators, hazard lights, boot lights, passenger compartment lights, ● ● ● ● ● glovebox lights, warning lights, etc.) Check windscreen wiper/washer operation, ●...
  • Page 207 Thousands of km ● Replace accessory drive belt/s ● Replace timing belt (diesel versions) (*) ● Change spark plugs (petrol versions) ● ● Replace diesel fuel filter (diesel versions) ● ● ● ● ● Change air cleaner cartridge (petrol versions) ●...

  • Page 208: Routine Maintenance

    ❒ check front disk brake pad conditions You are recommended to use FL Se- lenia products, designed and produced and wear; specifically for Alfa Romeo cars (see ❒ check cleanness of bonnet and boot table “Capacities” in section “Techni- locks and lever cleanness and lubri- cal specifications”).

  • Page 209: Checking Fluid Levels

    CHECKING FLUID LEVELS Refer to section Technical Specifications for fluid amounts. When topping up take care not to confuse the various types of fluids: they are all incompatible with one another and could serious- ly damage the car. A0G0161m fig. 1 - 2.2 JTS versions WARNING Never smoke while working in the engine...
  • Page 210 1. Engine oil - 2. Battery - 3. Brake fluid - 4. Windscreen washer fluid 5. Engine coolant - 6. Power steering fluid A0F0299m versions fig. 3 - 2.4 JTD...
  • Page 211 IMPORTANT The oil consumption de- 5) after the engine has stopped, with MAX mark, contact Alfa Romeo Au- pends on driving style and the conditions the car parked on level ground. thorized Services to have the correct lev- under which the car is used.
  • Page 212 A 50% mixture of distilled water and ter contain harmful sub- PARAFLU UP gives freeze protection stances for the environ- to –35°C. ment. Contact Alfa Romeo Au- thorized Services to have the oil WARNING For particularly hard climate conditions, and filter changed.
  • Page 213 WARNING Do not travel with the windscreen washer reservoir empty. The wind- screen washer is fundamental for improving visibility. A0G0029m A0G0027m fig. 8 fig. 9 - 2.2 JTS - 2.4 JTD versions WINDSCREEN/HEADLIGHT WARNING WASHER FLUID fig. 8 Certain commercial ad- ditives for windscreen To top up, remove the cap A and then washers are inflammable.
  • Page 214 Top up with the brake however recommended to always con- than specified in the Service Schedule. fluid specified in the table “Fluids and tact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. lubricants” (see section “Technical Spec- ifications "). WARNING NOTE Clean accurately the tank cap A Make sure that the high- and the surrounding surface.

  • Page 215: Air Filter/Pollen Filter

    DRAINING THE CONDENSE the event of accidental contact, Air cleaner or pollen filter replacement wash the parts involved im- shall be carried out at Alfa Romeo Au- mediately with neutral soap thorized Services. and water, then rinse thor- The presence of water in oughly.

  • Page 216: Battery

    Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services Should the battery be not fitted with bat- to have the battery checked/replaced. A0G0127m fig.
  • Page 217 (alarm, plosion. free-hand phone kit, etc.) contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services WARNING whose qualified personnel, in ad- When working on the dition to suggesting the most...
  • Page 218 LENGTHENING THE LIFE battery negative terminal cable; permanent electric supply (alarm, etc.) OF YOUR BATTERY contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services ❒ battery terminals shall always be To avoid draining your battery and whose qualified personnel, in addition perfectly tightened.

  • Page 219: Wheels And Tyres

    For the correct tyre inflation pressure, A0G0120m fig. 13 or irregular tyre wear. If any of these oc- see “Wheels” in “Technical specifica- cur, have the car seen to at Alfa Romeo tions” section. Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre Authorized Services. wear fig. 13: Avoid overloading the car when travel- A normal pressure: tread evenly worn.
  • Page 220 Tyres age even if they are not used WARNING WARNING much. Cracks in the tread rubber are a Remember that road Do not cross switch the sign of ageing. In any case, if the tyres holding depends also tyres, moving them have been on the car for over 6 years, on the correct tyre inflating from the right of the car to the...

  • Page 221: Rubber Hoses

    A few simple notions can reduce the pos- RUBBER HOSES WINDSCREEN sibility of damage to the blades: WIPER ❒ if the temperature falls below zero, As far as the brake system and fuel rub- make sure that ice has not frozen ber hoses are concerned, carefully fol- the rubber against glass.
  • Page 222 SPRAY NOZZLES HEADLIGHT WASHERS If the jet of fluid is missing, firstly check Regularly check that the spray jets are that there is fluid in the reservoir (see intact and clean. “Checking fluid levels” in this section). The headlight washers are automatical- Then check that the nozzle holes are not ly switched on when the windscreen clogged, if necessary use a needle.

  • Page 223: Bodywork

    ❒ Use of special abrasion-proof films in el raised by other cars. the most exposed points (e.g.: rear On your Alfa Spider, Alfa Romeo imple- fender, etc.). mented the best manufacturing tech- nologies to effectively protect the body-...
  • Page 224 ADVICE FOR PRESERVING To wash the car correctly proceed as fol- Detergents cause water lows: THE BODYWORK pollution. Therefore the ❒ remove the aerial from the roof to car should be washed Paint in areas equipped for collecting prevent damage to it if the car is and purifying the liquid used in washed in an automatic system;...
  • Page 225 Windows Front headlights Engine compartment Use specific window cleaner products. Use Front headlights shall be washed with At the end of the winter the engine com- also clean cloths to avoid scratching the soft cloth moistened with water and car partment should be carefully washed, glass or damaging the transparency.

  • Page 226: Interiors

    INTERIORS CLEANING LEATHER SEATS Fabric upholstery of (optional for versions/ your car is purpose- markets where applicable) made to withstand com- Periodically check that water is not mon wear resulting from nor- Remove dried on dirt with lightly moist- trapped under the mats (due to water mal use of the car.
  • Page 227 INTERIOR PLASTIC PARTS STEERING WHEEL/ WARNING GEAR LEVER KNOB Clean plastic parts with a cloth Never use flammable WITH GENUINE LEATHER mositened with water and non-abrasive products like oil ether COVERING neutral detergent. To remove grease or or rectified petrol for cleaning (optional for versions/ hard stains, use appropriate products de- car interiors.
  • Page 228 IDENTIFICATION DATA ........228 ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS....230 ENGINE ............231 FUEL FEED/IGNITION ........232 TRANSMISSION ..........232 BRAKES ............233 STEERING ............233 SUSPENSIONS..........233 WHEELS ............234 DIMENSIONS............ 239 PERFORMANCE ..........240 WEIGHTS............241 CAPACITIES ............242 FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ........

  • Page 229: Identification Data

    IDENTIFICATION DATA You are advised to note the identifica- tion codes. The identification data stamped and given on the plates and their position are the following fig. 1: A0G0286m A0G0013m fig. 1 fig. 2 1 - Identification label 2 - Body label IDENTIFICATION LABEL D.
  • Page 230 ENGINE MARKING Engine marking is stamped on the gear- box side, on the rear left side. A0G0175m A0G0222m fig. 3 fig. 4 BODYWORK LABEL BODYWORK PAINT IDENTIFICATION LABEL This is located on the passenger com- partment floor near the front passen- This is located in the inner side of the ger’s seat.

  • Page 231: Engine Codes - Bodywork Versions

    ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS Versions Engine code Bodywork version 2.2 JTS 939A5000 939EXB1B 19 3.2 JTS 4x2 939A000 – 3.2 JTS 4x4 939A000 939EXG2B 28 2.4 JTD 939A9000 –...

  • Page 232: Engine

    40.8 4500 4500 2000 corresponding ratio NGKFR5CP BOSCH – Spark plugs HR7MPP152 Unleaded petrol Unleaded petrol Diesel fuel for Fuel 95 RON 95 RON motor vehicles (Specification EN228) (Specification EN228) (Specification EN590) To change plugs contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.

  • Page 233: Fuel Feed/Ignition

    FUEL FEED/IGNITION 2.2 JTS - 3.2 JTS 2.4 JTD Fuel feed Direct injection Multijet direct injection, variable geometry turbosupercharger and intercooler Modifications or repairs to the fuel feed system that are not carried out properly or do not take the system’s technical specifications into account can cause malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.

  • Page 234: Brakes

    BRAKES 2.2 JTS 3.2 JTS - 2.4 JTD Service brakes: – front Disc, self-ventilating Disc, self-ventilating – rear Disc Disc, self-ventilating Parking brake Controlled by hand lever, it works on rear brakes IMPORTANT Water, ice and antifreeze salt on roads may deposit on the brake discs thus reducing braking efficiency at first braking. STEERING 2.2 JTS - 3.2 JTS - 2.4 JTD Type...

  • Page 235: Wheels

    To ensure safety of the car in movement, WHEELS it must be fitted with tyres of the same make and type on all wheels. RIMS AND TYRES IMPORTANT Do not use inner tubes Alloy rims. Tubeless tyres with radial car- with Tubeless tyres.
  • Page 236 Load rating (capacity) Maximum speed rating UNDERSTANDING RIM MARKING fig. 5 60 = 250 kg 84 = 500 kg Q = up to 160 km/h. 61 = 257 kg 85 = 515 kg R = up to 170 km/h. Example: 7 J x 16 H2 ET 43 62 = 265 kg 86 = 530 kg S = up to 180 km/h.
  • Page 237 TYRES 2.2 JTS 3.2 JTS 2.4 JTD Standard 7Jx16" alloy (**) 7,5Jx17" (*) alloy 7,5Jx17" (*) alloy tyre tyres 215/55 R16 93V 225/50 R17 98W 225/50 R17 98W 7,5Jx17" alloy 8Jx19" alloy 8Jx19" alloy tyre 225/50 R17 98W 235/40 ZR19 96Y ( 235/40 ZR19 96Y ( Optional 8Jx18"...
  • Page 238 COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE Tyres Tyres Tyres Tyres Sapce-saver spare wheel 215/55 R16 93V 225/50 R17 98W 235/45 R18 98W 235/40 ZR19 96Y ( T125/80 R17 front rear front rear front rear front rear average load full load Add +0.3 bar to the prescribed inflation pressure when the tyres are warm. Recheck pressure value with cold tyres. With snow tyres, add +0.2 bar to the inflation pressure value prescribed for standard tyres.
  • Page 239 WHEEL GEOMETRY 2.2 JTS - versions 2.4 JTD – camber –34’ ± 18’ max. difference right/left: 24’ front wheels: – caster 4° 15’ ± 18’ max. difference right/left: 18’ – half toe-in 16” rim (*) –0.95 ± 0.5 mm 17” rim (*) –1.00 ±...

  • Page 240: Dimensions

    DIMENSIONS Dimensions are expressed in mm and refer to the car fitted with standard tyres. Min. size variations when optional tyres are fitted. The height refers to the car unladen. BOOT VOLUME Boot volume: . . . 200 dm (without wheel compartment) 253 dm (with wheel...

  • Page 241: Performance

    PERFORMANCE Top speed Acceleration Kilometer with standing start from 0-100 km/h km/h sec. sec. 2.2 JTS 29.6 3.2 JTS 4x2 250 (*) 27.2 3.2 JTS 4x4 27.5 2.4 JTD 28.7 (*) With Michelin 17” tyre...

  • Page 242: Weights

    WEIGHTS 3.2 JTS 4x2 Weights (kg) 2.4 JTD 2.2 JTS 3.2 JTS Weight empty (including fluids, 90% fuel 1600 in the tank and no optional) 1635 1505 1665 Maximum admitted load (*) 1200 – front axle 1200 1100 1200 1050 –...

  • Page 243: Capacities

    CAPACITIES 2.4 JTD Recommended products and 2.2 JTS 3.2 JTS genuine lubricants 70 ❍ 70 ● 70 ● ● Unleaded petrol with no less than Fuel tank: litres 10 ❍ 10 ● 10 ● – including a reserve of litres 95 R.O.N.

  • Page 244: Fluids And Lubricants

    Use of products with low-quality properties than ACEA A3 and ACEA B4 could cause damages to the engine that are not covered by the warranty. For very cold climate conditions, ask Alfa Romeo Authorized Service for the appropriate Selenia product to use.
  • Page 245 Fluid and lubricant specifications Genuine fluids Applications for correct car operation and lubricants Mechanical gearbox and Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85 that passes TUTELA CAR MATRYX API GL 4 specifications Contractual Technical differential Reference N° F108.F02 FIAT 9.55550-MZ1 qualification Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85 that passes TUTELA MULTIAXLE Rear differential and API GL-5 specification, ZF-TE ML 18...

  • Page 246: Fuel Consumption

    IMPORTANT The type of route, FUEL CONSUMPTION – extra-urban cycle: frequent ac- traffic situations, weather condi- celerating in all gears, simulating ex- traurban use of the car; the speed varies tions, driving style, general con- The fuel consumption figures given in between 0 and 120 km/h;...

  • Page 247: Co 2 Emissions

    EMISSIONS The CO emission levels given in the following table refer to combined consumption. EMISSIONS ACCORDING TO 2004/3/EC DIRECTIVE (g/km) 2.2 JTS 3.2 JTS 4x2 3.2 JTS 4x4 2.4 JTD...

  • Page 248: Radio Frequency Remote Control: Ministerial Certifications

    RADIO FREQUENCY REMOTE CONTROL: Ministerial Certifications Certification number T939 NTR939 European Union and Countries applying 0523 0523 EC directive Argentina ❒ ❒ Australia – N15278 Brazil ❒ ❒ HHHH-AA-FFFF HHHH-AA-FFFF Bulgaria China CMII ID : 2006DJ0351 CMII ID : 2006DJ0352 ❒...
  • Page 249 Certification number T939 NTR939 Malaysia AA 000000 E ❒ AA 000000 E ❒ Mexico YYYYXXXX-XXX YYYYXXXX-XXX ❒ ❒ AGREE PAR L’ANRT MAROC AGREE PAR L’ANRT MAROC Numéro d’agrément : MR 2395 ANRT 2006 Numéro d’agrément : MR 2394 ANRT 2006 Morocco Date d’agrément : 13/01/2006 Date d’agrément : 13/01/2006...
  • Page 252 Brakes ........233 Climate control system....48 Alarm........17 Bulb (replacement) ....178 emissions ......246 Alfa Romeo CODE ..... – bulb types ......179 ASR system ......104 CODE card ....... 11 Ashtray ........79 – general instructions ....178 Containing running costs ....
  • Page 253 Glove compartment....81 Dashboard buttons ....66 Engine starting ......134 Glove compartment light EOBD system ......106 Diesel fuel fitter ....... 213 – replacement ....... 187 External lights ......64 Dimensions......239 Dipped beam headlights Handbrake ......139 Fix&Go automatic –...
  • Page 254 Rubber tubing ......220 Instruments ......22 Parking sensors ......108 Interior fittings......78 Performance ......240 Safe lock device ....... 14 Interiors ........224 Power windows ......92 Safety devices..... 117 Power supply and Jacking the car......200 S.B.R. system ......118 fuel cut-off switches....
  • Page 255 Technical specifications ..227 Warning lights and messages....147 Third brake light ....... 185 Weights ........241 Top......... 81 Wheel geometry....... 238 – precautions/instructions Wheel rims for using the top ....81 – understanding rim marking..235 – top washing/cleaning... 81 Wheels –...
  • Page 256 DASHBOARD A0G0188m fig. 1 1. Adjustable swivel side air vents - 2. Front side window demisting/defrosting vents - 3. Passenger’s air bag - 4. Fuel lev- el gauge/engine coolant temperature gauge/engine oil temperature gauge (petrol versions) or turbocharger pressure gauge (diesel versions) - 5. Adjustable swivel centre air vents - 6. Upper central vent - 7. External lights control lever - 8.
  • Page 257 INSTRUMENT PANEL A. Speedometer B. Warning lights C. Rev counter D. Reconfigurable multifunction display m c Warning lights on diesel versions only On diesel versions the rev counter end scale value is at 6000 rpm. A0G0133m fig. 2...
  • Page 258 “End of Life Vehicles” to approved environmental standards. To find out the location of your nearest autho- rised treatment facility, offering free of charge take-back, simply contact one of our dealers or refer to the Alfa Romeo web site or call the toll free number 00800 2532 0000.
  • Page 261 COLD TYRE INFLATION PRESSURE Tyres Tyres Tyres Tyres Sapce-saver spare wheel 215/55 R16 93V 225/50 R17 98W 235/45 R18 98W 235/40 ZR19 96Y ( front rear front rear front rear front rear T125/80 R17 average load full load Add +0.3 bar to the prescribed inflation pressure when the tyres are warm. Recheck pressure value with cold tyres. With snow tyres, add +0.2 bar to the inflation pressure value prescribed for standard tyres.

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