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  • Page 4: Active And Passive Safety

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  • Page 5: It Is Essential That You Read This Manual

    INTRODUCTION IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT Parking on fl ammable material Code Card YOU READ THIS MANUAL! During operation, the catalytic muffl er Keep it in a safe place, not in the develops high temperatures. For this vehicle. Refuelling reason, do not park the vehicle on Scheduled Maintenance Fuel-powered engines: use only grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other...

  • Page 6: Consulting The Manual

    CONSULTING THE ABBREVIATIONS - MOTOR SCHLEPPMOMENT MANUAL REGELUNG – Engine braking torque Some descriptions and terms with particular adjustment To facilitate reading and fast consultation, the meanings are found in this manual in an - Vehicle Dynamics Control topics have been divided into SECTIONS and abbreviated form: CHAPTERS.

  • Page 7: Service

    INTRODUCTION SERVICE “Q-SELECT” AUDIO AND IT SYSTEMS The information contained in this manual is The vehicle may come equipped with a The vehicle is equipped with the following limited to those instructions and indications mechanical gearbox system with dry double- systems: that are strictly required for the use and good plate clutch, controlled by an electro-hydraulic...

  • Page 8: Symbols

    Explosion. Below is a summary of all the symbols used Keep children at a safe distance. on the labelling of your ALFA ROMEO. The Heat guards - belts - pulleys - fans component to which the symbol draws your It can start up automatically even with attention is shown next to the symbol.

  • Page 9: Warning Symbols

    INTRODUCTION WARNING SYMBOLS Windscreen wiper SYMBOLS INDICATING MANDATORY MEASURES Only use fl uid of the type recommended Catalytic muffl er in the section “Capacities and technical Battery Do not park the vehicle over fl ammable specifi cations”. materials. Refer to section: “Air Quality Protect your eyes.
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  • Page 11 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS BEFORE YOU DRIVE USING THE VEHICLE IN AN EMERGENCY CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE TABLE OF CONTENTS Alfawiki.nl...

  • Page 12: Vehicle Identification Data

    VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS BEFORE YOU DRIVE USING THE VEHICLE IN AN EMERGENCY CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE TABLE OF CONTENTS Alfawiki.nl...

  • Page 13: Vehicle Identifi Cation Data

    VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA Symbols ..........................6 Identifi cation plates and labels ....................12 Electronic key ........................14 Alfa Romeo Code System ......................14 Alfawiki.nl...

  • Page 14: Identifi Cation Plates And Labels

    IDENTIFICATION ENGINE MARKING PAINT IDENTIFICATION LABEL The engine serial number is punched in the lower PLATES AND part of the crankcase, in the starter motor area. The label is applied next to the engine LABELS compartment lid lock. CHASSIS MARKING The vehicle registration number is punched on the underfl...

  • Page 15: Eec Identifi Cation Data Label

    VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA EEC IDENTIFICATION - Space for indications on the maximum ECE LABEL DATA LABEL weights permitted as per national The label is applied on the ledge of the luggage legislation The label is applied on the ledge of the luggage compartment lid.

  • Page 16: Low-Beam Homologation Label

    LOW-BEAM ELECTRONIC KEY ALFA ROMEO HOMOLOGATION LABEL CODE SYSTEM The label is applied on the front cross member. CODE CARD This is an electronic engine immobilizer system The car keys are provided with a CODE card, which provides enhanced protection against which contains an electronic code A, and a theft.

  • Page 17: Operation

    VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA OPERATION If you are still unable to restart the engine, Manufacturer’s Network to have all the you will have to run an emergency start keys stored in the system memory. Each time the ignition key is removed from procedure and contact an Authorised position STOP the protection system activates WARNING: Strong impacts can damage the...
  • Page 18 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS BEFORE YOU DRIVE USING THE VEHICLE IN AN EMERGENCY CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE TABLE OF CONTENTS Alfawiki.nl...

  • Page 19: Table Of Contents

    ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY Seat belts ..........................18 Front airbags ........................26 VDC system ........................33 ASR system (electronic anti-skid device) ..................34 ABS and EBD systems ......................36 Fuel cut-out inertia switch .....................38 Alfawiki.nl...

  • Page 20: Seat Belts

    SEAT BELTS FASTENING THE SEAT activated as soon as the vehicle speed exceeds 20 Km/h. BELTS The vehicle is equipped with seat belts with three When the warning light is on, an acoustic signal Extract the lower section of the seat belt from the anchorage points and automatic retractor for is also activated as soon as the vehicle speed outer side of the seat and secure it by holding the...

  • Page 21: Pretensioners

    ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY PRETENSIONERS The pretensioner does not require any WARNING: Operations on the vehicle which maintenance or lubrication. Do not tamper with involve blows, vibrations or localised heating To further enhance the seat belt efficiency, or modify the pretensioner, as this will affect its (over 100°C for 6 hours max.) in the area of the vehicle seat belts are equipped with ETD efficiency.

  • Page 22: General Warnings Regarding The Use

    GENERAL WARNINGS injured. Travelling with the seatback fastened increases the risk of serious REGARDING THE USE OF too far reclined could be dangerous: injury in the event of a collision, even THE SEAT BELTS even if the seat belts are fastened, with the airbags.
  • Page 23 ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY Do not use devices (clamps, fasteners Even if there are no visible defects, the CAUTION etc.) to hold the seat belts away from seat belt could have lost some of its It is extremely dangerous to travel with the seat belt positioned the passengers’...

  • Page 24: Safe Transport Of Children

    How to keep seat belts effi cient SAFE TRANSPORT OF The results of research conducted on the best CHILDREN child protection are summarised in the European 1) Always use the seat belts with the belt Regulation ECE-R44 which, in addition to making completely fl...

  • Page 25: Groups 0 And 0

    ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY GROUPS 0 AND 0+ CAUTION CAUTION If the passenger airbag SERIOUS DANGER Children weighing up to 13 kg must be system is active, do not sit a child in a If you need to carry a child in a transported in a rearward-facing booster baby rearward-facing child seat on the front rearward-facing child seat on the front...

  • Page 26: Group 1

    GROUP 1 GROUP 2 CAUTION Child seats suitable for the Children weighing between 9 and 18 kg may Children weighing between 15 and 25 kg may weight groups 0 and 1 with rear travel in a forward-facing child seat equipped be restrained directly with the vehicle seat fastening and their own safety harness with a front cushion, by means of which the...

  • Page 27: Group 3

    Figures are purely illustrative. new born children. Nobody would be able to included in the Alfa Romeo accessory line Secure the child seat according to the hold onto a child in the event of a collision;...

  • Page 28: Front Airbags

    FRONT AIRBAGS Airbag system failure warning light CAUTION Dual-stage front driver’s airbag If the passenger airbag The vehicle is equipped with 2 airbags (2 front system is active, do not sit a child in a Clock Spring ones) and electronically controlled pretensioners rearward-facing child seat on the front Diagnostic socket for all of the seat belts.
  • Page 29 ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY Alfawiki.nl...

  • Page 30: Smart Bag" System (Multistage Front Airbags)

    “SMART BAG” SYSTEM Both are dual-stage airbags, therefore, their CAUTION (MULTISTAGE FRONT deployment depends on the impact severity. In Never remove the steering low-severity collisions, the airbag inflates less AIRBAGS) wheel. If necessary, have this than in high-severity collisions. operation performed at an Authorised The front airbags (driver’s and passenger’s) are Service Centre of the Manufacturer’s safety devices which activate in the event of a...

  • Page 31: Driver's Front Airbag

    ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY DRIVER’S FRONT PASSENGER’S FRONT CAUTION AIRBAG AIRBAG Do not apply stickers or other objects on the steering wheel or on the It consists of an instantly inflatable cushion The passenger’s airbag has been designed passenger-side airbag housing. Do not housed in a dedicated space in the centre of the and calibrated to enhance the protection level place any items on the passenger-side...

  • Page 32: Passenger's Airbag Manual Deactivation Switch

    PASSENGER’S AIRBAG The key switch has two positions: With open door the key can be fitted in or MANUAL DEACTIVATION 1) passenger’s airbag on: (key in ON position removed in both positions. ) the words PASSENGER AIR BAG SWITCH CAUTION OFF do not illuminate on the roof panel;...

  • Page 33: General Warnings

    ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY GENERAL WARNINGS CAUTION CAUTION In the event of a collision All the inspections, repair and CAUTION with consequent airbag deployment, replacement operations on the airbags When the ignition key is turned contact an Authorised Service Centre must be performed by an Authorised to the MAR position, the warning of the Manufacturer’s Network for...
  • Page 34 CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION Always drive keeping your Do not travel with objects in If the vehicle has been subject hands on the steering wheel so that, in your lap, in front of your chest or to theft or attempted theft, vandalism the case of activation, the airbag can holding a pipe, pencil or other object in or flooding, have the airbag system...

  • Page 35: Vdc System

    ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY VDC SYSTEM ACTIVATION FAILURE SIGNALS The VDC and ASR systems are integrated in one In the event of a malfunction, the system The vehicle is equipped with the anti-yawing single function and are automatically activated is automatically disabled and cannot be control system VDC (Vehicle Dynamics Control) every time the engine is started;...

  • Page 36: Asr System (Electronic Anti-Skid Device)

    WARNING: If you have to tow the vehicle with ASR SYSTEM - acceleration on slippery, snow-covered or icy 2 wheels raised, ensure that the ignition key roads; (ELECTRONIC ANTI- is in the STOP position. Otherwise, with VDC - grip loss on wet road surface SKID DEVICE) activated, the relative control unit will store a (aquaplaning).

  • Page 37: Activation

    ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY ACTIVATION FAULT INDICATORS The system, using the same sensors as the ABS system, detects the skidding of one or both The VDC and ASR systems are integrated in one In the event of a malfunction, the system of the driving wheels when the accelerator is single function and are automatically activated is automatically disabled and cannot be...

  • Page 38: Abs And Ebd Systems

    ABS AND EBD of the standard braking system. CAUTION Regardless of the fact that The failure is signalled by the amber warning SYSTEMS this device makes a considerable light on the instrument panel and the contribution to safety it is still display which illuminates together with the The vehicle is equipped with ABS (Anti-lock essential to drive with the greatest...
  • Page 39 ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY traditional type and of those equipped CAUTION CAUTION with ABS. The warning light usually The maximum obtainable comes on with running engine to deceleration always depends on the CAUTION indicate a fault in the ABS system only. tyre grip on the road surface.

  • Page 40: Fuel Cut-Out Inertia Switch

    FUEL CUT-OUT When the inertia switch is activated, all the doors Check that the warning light on the display and the luggage compartment lid unlock and the is off. INERTIA SWITCH dome lights and the four direction indicators are Check once again that there are no fuel leaks. turned on.
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  • Page 42: Instruments And Controls

    VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS BEFORE YOU DRIVE USING THE VEHICLE IN AN EMERGENCY CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE TABLE OF CONTENTS Alfawiki.nl...

  • Page 43: Instruments And Controls

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Dashboard ..........................42 Instrument panel .........................45 Reconfi gurable multifunction display ..................46 Warning lights and messages ....................60 Instruments and gauges ......................66 Controls ..........................68 Internal equipment ......................72 Alfawiki.nl...

  • Page 44: Dashboard

    DASHBOARD 12 13 22 23 24 25 16 20 21 18 Alfawiki.nl...
  • Page 45 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Air conditioning side vents Controls to the left of the steering wheel Ref. 15 Central dashboard controls Lower gearshift paddle “DOWN” Engine start button Front left-hand power window control Instrument panel Reverse gear engagement button Central locking control Air conditioning upper vent AUTO mode button Soft top opening/closing button...
  • Page 46 Ref. 21 Controls to the left of the steering Controls on front dome light panel wheel LH side light switch Headlight switch Central light switch External rear-view mirror controls RH side light switch TRIP button, see page 58 MENU button, see page 47 Instrument panel brightness control button (up) Instrument panel brightness control button...

  • Page 47: Instrument Panel

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT Speedometer Rev. Counter Warning lights Reconfi gurable multifunction display PANEL Alfawiki.nl...

  • Page 48: Reconfi Gurable Multifunction Display

    RECONFIGURABLE INFORMATION SHOWN With the key turned to MAR the following ON THE STANDARD PAGE information is immediately displayed for 2 MULTIFUNCTION seconds: Time DISPLAY - Clock Outside temperature - Outside air temperature Failure/information symbol The “reconfigurable multifunction display” shows - Date Trip odometer useful information while driving, in particular:...

  • Page 49: Control Buttons

    - saves the changes confi rmed and returns MENU up for a few seconds, showing the Alfa Romeo to the standard page (or the page that logo, the time, the total odometer and the...

  • Page 50: Setup Menu

    SETUP MENU How to select an item from the main menu How to select an item from the main menu without submenu: with submenu: The Setup menu allows you to adjust/ set the - briefl y press the MENU button to select - briefl...
  • Page 51 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS – – – – – – – Service Beep Seatb. Day lights Quit setup Illumination Int. Speed Limit Light Sens. Reset Trip B – – Beep Vol. Clock – – – – – – – – Language Units Door Lock Unlock Fda...
  • Page 52 Brightness adjustment Speed limit WARNING: The value can be set between 30 and 250 km/h (or 20 and 150 mph) This function allows you to adjust the brightness This function allows you to set the vehicle depending on the unit of measure previously of the instrument panel to 8 levels.
  • Page 53 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Adjusting the sensing range of the twilight Trip B reset mode (Reset TRIP B) Clock adjustment (Clock) sensor (Automatic low-beam) This function allows you to select Trip B reset This function allows you to adjust the clock. This function allows you to adjust the sensing mode (automatic or manual).
  • Page 54 Clock mode (12/24 mode) Date adjustment (Date) WARNING: When the button is pressed once +/– the value increases/decreases by 1 unit. This function allows you to set the time display This function allows you to adjust the date (year Holding the +/– button down +/–the value mode in 12h or 24h format.
  • Page 55 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Luggage compartment lid unlocking Driver’s door unlocking (Unlock. driver’s Automatic central door locking when the independent of door opening (independent door) vehicle is moving (Door locking) luggage compartment) This function allows you to unlock only the When activated (ON), this function allows the This function allows you to unlock the luggage driver’s door by pressing the button on the...
  • Page 56 WARNING:If the vehicle is tested on the roller Unit of Measure (Unit of Measure) Fuel consumption test bench without any operator on board, check This function allows you to set the unit of If the unit of measure for the mileage is set to in the vehicle Setup menu that the automatic measure for the mileage (km or mi), fuel “km”...
  • Page 57 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Language selection (Language) Failure/warning buzzer volume (Beep Vol.) Temperature This function allows you to set the unit of You can select one of the following languages This function allows adjusting (to 8 levels) the measure for the temperature (°C or °F). for the messages shown on the display: Italian, volume of the buzzer that sounds together with English, German, Portuguese, Spanish, French,...
  • Page 58 Scheduled maintenance (Service) WARNING: According to the Scheduled Buzzer reactivation for SBR (Seat Belt Maintenance Plan, the vehicle must be Reminder) signalling (Seat belt beep)(where This function allows you to view when service is provided) serviced every 10,000 km (or 6,000 mi). This due according to the mileage done.

  • Page 59: Trip Computer

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS TRIP COMPUTER Values displayed Distance travelled It indicates the distance travelled from the Fuel range General beginning of a new trip. It indicates the distance you can still travel with When the electronic key is inserted in the ignition Every time the battery is connected and at the the fuel left in the tank, assuming you continue block, the “Trip computer”...

  • Page 60: Trip Button

    Instantaneous fuel consumption TRIP BUTTON To go from one item to the next of the Trip Computer briefly press buttons“+” and “-” This is the actual fuel consumption which is The TRIP button, located on the button panel constantly updated. If the vehicle is stopped with Each page of the Trip Computer displays two to the left of the steering wheel, allows you the engine running, the display will show the...
  • Page 61 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS The two modes of the Trip Computer can be Procedure when setting off on a trip (reset) Reset Trip B selected by briefly pressing the TRIP button; For the Trip B values, through the Setup menu Trip A and Trip B must be reset separately. Using the button “+”...

  • Page 62: Warning Lights And Messages

    WARNING LIGHTS Critical failures Serious failures These are shown on the display for an indefinite These are shown on the display for about 20 AND MESSAGES time and interrupt any other information seconds and then disappear, but reappear every displayed at that moment. Every time the key time the key is turned to MAR.

  • Page 63: Indicators And Warning Lights

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS INDICATORS AND Engine failure control system WARNING: When the ignition key is turned to WARNING LIGHTS (EOBD) (*) MAR, if the warning light does not illuminate or if it illuminates while driving, immediately In normal conditions, this warning Rear fog lights contact an Authorised Service Centre of the light should illuminate when the ignition key is...
  • Page 64 Low brake fluid warning light (*) Defective ABS system (*) CAUTION Turning the key to MAR the It illuminates when the brake fluid It illuminates when the ABS system warning light illuminates but it should level goes below the minimum is not functioning.

  • Page 65: Warning Lights On The Display

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Right-hand direction indicators WARNING LIGHTS ON Lighting system failure THE DISPLAY It illuminates when the right-hand It illuminates in the case of a system direction indicators or the hazard failure or if the position, direction Inertia switch, fuel cut-off lights are turned on.
  • Page 66 Low oil pressure (*) Catalyst temperature CAUTION too high Alfa Romeo declines all In normal conditions, when turning responsibility for damage to persons the key to MAR the warning light or things deriving from failure to should illuminate, and should go off once the CAUTION observe the above warnings.
  • Page 67 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Parking brake failure Centre of the Manufacturer’s Network to Doors open have the system corrected. Depending on the message It indicates that the doors are displayed, it signals the following open or not properly closed. The ASR system failure failures of the EPB system: accompanying message indicates the door that It indicates the deactivation or...

  • Page 68: Instruments And Gauges

    Ice hazard INSTRUMENTS REV. COUNTER It illuminates when the outside Indicates the engine RPM. Correct driving allows AND GAUGES temperature is 3° C or lower, in the driver to exploit the engine performance order to indicate the risk of icy road surfaces. In fully, without the need for overrevving.

  • Page 69: Fuel Gauge

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS FUEL GAUGE COOLANT °C °F THERMOMETER The fuel gauge is always displayed when the key Beginning of is turned to ON and with the display in Normal or The coolant TMP is displayed when the key is scale Trip mode.

  • Page 70: Controls

    ENGINE OIL CONTROLS °C °F THERMOMETER Beginning of Horn The engine oil temperature is displayed by scale Pressing near the horn symbol will sound the means of a bar graph. Average horn. The engine oil temperature is displayed when End of scale the key is turned to ON and with the display in standard mode.

  • Page 71: Controls To The Left Of The Steering Wheel

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS CONTROLS TO THE LEFT Menu CENTRAL DASHBOARD OF THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Press button to access the Setup page (see page 48). Rear fog lights Power window controls Trip Press button to turn on the rear fog lights. The - Front left-hand window opening/closing.

  • Page 72: Centre Console Controls

    Soft top opening/closing PARK OFF CENTRE CONSOLE CONTROLS Push the switch down to open the soft top. This function disables the automatic activation of the electric parking brake (EPB) (see page Hazard warning lights Push the switch up to close the soft top. 149).
  • Page 73 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Low grip SPORT mode Reverse This mode should be used on particularly Use button to select SPORT mode, which is Button engages reverse gear. slippery road surfaces (e.g., rain, snow, ice). To a sport setting for the Q-Select gearbox and START button activate/deactivate this mode, press button B.

  • Page 74: Internal Equipment

    INTERNAL SUN VISORS ASHTRAY AND CIGARETTE LIGHTER They can only be tilted forward. EQUIPMENT They are found on the centre console, under a cover. Open the cover by lifting it. FRONT DOME LIGHT Press the button fully down to operate the The dome light includes a central light and two cigarette lighter.

  • Page 75: Glove Compartment

    INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS WARNING: Always check to ensure that the If the button controlled opening is faulty, the POCKET-CHANGE cigarette lighter has been turned off. compartment can be opened by pulling the COMPARTMENTS emergency cable behind the compartment itself. Two pocket-change compartments are found on CAUTION WARNING: Do not place objects weighing over the centre console.

  • Page 76: Seat Map Pocket

    SEAT MAP POCKET STORAGE BOX The following items are housed in the storage box: The seatbacks are equipped with a map pocket. There is a storage box in the luggage - Toolkit compartment, which can be accessed by turning WARNING: Do not place heavy or sharp objects - Hazard triangle the three unlosable screws anticlockwise and...
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  • Page 79: Before You Drive

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE Doors ..........................78 Power windows ........................80 Engine compartment lid ......................81 Luggage compartment lid ......................82 Fuel tank door ........................83 Keys ..........................84 Ignition switch ........................87 Electronic alarm system ......................88 Front seats .........................92 Rear-view mirrors .........................93 Steering wheel ........................94 External lights and direction indicators ..................95 Windscreen washer/wipers and headlight washer ..............99 Soft top ..........................102 Air conditioning and heating system ..................113...

  • Page 80: Doors

    DOORS Pull the handle to open the door. OPENING THE DOORS FROM THE INSIDE When the alarm system is activated, the doors CAUTION are locked. If, when the doors are closed from To open the door, even if the lock is engaged, Before opening a door, make the outside, one or more doors are not properly pull the internal handle C.

  • Page 81: Open Door Warning Lights

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE There is a button on the front central dashboard DOOR LOCK ECU DOOR COURTESY LIGHT that activates door locking and unlocking: INITIALISATION Each door has a courtesy light fitted on the - door locking/unlocking. Every time the battery is reconnected or a lower part of the door panel to light up the area fuse replaced, you must perform the system where you get into and out of the vehicle.

  • Page 82: Power Windows

    POWER the window, which stops when the button is CAUTION released. Improper use of the power WINDOWS windows can be dangerous. Check When the window is raised, automatic operation that passengers are away from the is active only for the left-hand window. Activation is only possible with the ignition key in side windows before shutting them.

  • Page 83: Engine Compartment Lid

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE WARNING: Before disconnecting the battery, ENGINE CAUTION lower the side windows by at least 4-5 cm To close the lid: lower it COMPARTMENT LID to avoid damaging the weather strips when to about 20 cm from the engine opening and closing the doors.

  • Page 84: Luggage Compartment Lid

    CAUTION The luggage compartment lid can be opened help ensure proper operation with the weights When using the luggage from the outside by pressing the Alfa Romeo specified by the manufacturer. Any additions compartment, never exceed the shield (with lock released) or by pressing of objects (e.g.

  • Page 85: Fuel Tank Door

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE EMERGENCY OPENING FUEL TANK DOOR For proper refuelling, the fuel pump nozzle must be positioned in such a way that its axis is If necessary, the lid can be opened by pulling the The fuel tank door is found on the right-hand rear perpendicular to that of the vehicle.

  • Page 86: Keys

    Do not bring open flames or lit Each starter key contains an electronic device cigarettes close to the filler: risk of which transmits a code signal to the Alfa Romeo fire! CODE control unit, and engine ignition is enabled only if the key code is recognised by the system.

  • Page 87: Operation

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE OPERATION unable to restart the engine, you will have WARNING: Strong impacts can damage the to perform the emergency start procedure electronic components in the key. Each time the ignition key is removed from and contact an Authorised Service Centre position STOP the protection system activates WARNING: Each key supplied has its own of the Manufacturer’s Network.

  • Page 88: Duplicating Keys

    1) Read the 5-digit electronic code found on the CODE CARD. When ordering additional keys, remember If the Alfa Romeo CODE fails to deactivate the 2) Turn the ignition key to MAR: at this that the storage procedure (up to maximum...

  • Page 89: Ignition Switch

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE 6) Follow the same procedure for the IGNITION SWITCH START BUTTON remaining digits in the code on the CODE Hold the brake pedal depressed and press the The ignition key can be turned to 3 positions: CARD. START button to start the engine.

  • Page 90: Electronic Alarm System

    WARNING: The engine immobilizer function is - someone attempts to enter the vehicle from first gear. ensured by the Alfa Romeo CODE system, which a window If the vehicle is on a downward slope, is automatically activated when the ignition key - the power supply is off engage reverse gear.
  • Page 91 BEFORE YOU DRIVE When the electronic alarm is active, the user may The motion sensing/anti-lifting alarm can be WARNING: If the direction indicators flash 9 request the luggage compartment opening; in deactivated by pressing the button on the roof times when the alarm system is activated with this case, the motion and inclination sensors are panel when the engine is running (key in MAR doors, front and rear lids properly closed, this...

  • Page 92: Deactivation

    DEACTIVATION Press button twice to unlock all the doors; the ALARM MEMORY low beams will activate for 30 seconds. Press button on the key to deactivate the If the warning light appears on the display WARNING: The alarm system is not deactivated alarm system: when the vehicle is started, accompanied by when the key is turned in the locks.

  • Page 93: Ordering Extra Radio Operated Controls

    - all the keys with radio control in your To replace the remote control battery: possession - extract the key by pushing the button - the CODE CARD of the Alfa Romeo CODE - undo the screw system - extract the battery holder...

  • Page 94: Front Seats

    FRONT SEATS BACK/FORWARD SEATBACK INCLINATION ADJUSTMENT Lift lever and adjust the backrest to the desired The seats are characterised by a wraparound Pull the lever up and slide the seat forward or position; when the lever is released the backrest design (racing type) and have a carbon structure backward to the desired position.

  • Page 95: Rear-View Mirrors

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE SEAT HEIGHT REAR-VIEW mirror position involuntarily. ADJUSTMENT The mirrors will yield in both directions in the MIRRORS event of a collision. The seat height must be mechanically adjusted, and the rear ones D. using the front holes EXTERNAL REAR-VIEW WARNING: Have the adjustment made only MIRRORS...

  • Page 96: Steering Wheel

    INTERNAL REAR-VIEW STEERING WHEEL CAUTION MIRROR Never remove the steering The steering wheel can be adjusted in height and wheel. If necessary, have this Adjustable, with anti-glare position. depth. operation performed at an Authorised Operate the lever under the mirror to obtain - Move the lever to position 1.

  • Page 97: External Lights And Direction Indicators

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE EXTERNAL LIGHTS HEADLIGHT SWITCH PARKING LIGHTS The switch can be set to 5 positions: The parking lights work only when the ignition AND DIRECTION key is turned to STOP or when the key is – DRL on (*) INDICATORS removed.

  • Page 98: Automatic Activation/Deactivation

    AUTOMATIC CAUTION CAUTION ACTIVATION/ In case of fog during the day, The driver is always DEACTIVATION the position lights and low beams will responsible for turning on the external not be activated automatically. The lights, depending on the ambient light is turned to AUTO and the When the switch driver must always be prepared to...

  • Page 99: Twilight Sensor

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE TWILIGHT SENSOR DIRECTION INDICATORS Lane change function Allows the driver to flash the left or right direction The twilight sensor is comprised of two sensors: The lever has 3 setting positions: indicators 3 times without having to move the a global sensor, capable of measuring the light - Direction indicators off lever to positions...

  • Page 100: High Beams

    HIGH BEAMS FLASHING THE “FOLLOW ME HOME” HEADLIGHTS FUNCTION With the light switch in position , push the left-hand lever towards the dashboard to turn on The headlights can be flashed by pulling the left- This function allows you to set a timing for the high beams.

  • Page 101: Windscreen Washer/Wipers And Headlight Washer

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE WINDSCREEN - Slow continuous operation (lever turned to WARNING: Do not activate the windscreen second click position). washer during the cold months until the WASHER/WIPERS windscreen has warmed up. If it has not warmed - Fast continuous operation (lever turned to AND HEADLIGHT up, the liquid could freeze on the glass and block third click position).

  • Page 102: Headlight Washers

    HEADLIGHT WASHERS RAIN SENSOR To adjust the intermittent wiping frequency, shift the lever to position B, rotate the dial F. The headlight washers are activated The function of the rain sensor is to adapt the Turning the dial clockwise, intermittent operation automatically when the windscreen washer is frequency of the windscreen wiper strokes (in varies from a maximum (fast intermittent...

  • Page 103: Sensor Failure

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE WARNING: If there is ice or snow on the front CAUTION windscreen, do not activate the rain sensor to Before cleaning the front windscreen (for example in service avoid damaging the wiper motor. stations) make sure the rain sensor is SENSOR FAILURE deactivated or that the key is turned to STOP.

  • Page 104: Soft Top

    SOFT TOP WARNING: Do not open the soft top when it is WARNING: Do not place objects on the soft top wet, as the damp that would form in the soft top as they might fall and cause damage and injury NOTE: By soft top “opening”...

  • Page 105: Opening And Closing

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE WARNING: If you drive any faster a vacuum close them again until the windows can be OPENING AND CLOSING might be created in the passenger compartment lowered. The soft top must be opened and closed with the and the soft top might start “wobbling”;...
  • Page 106 Opening Should the soft top be unfastened - Push and hold down the switch until the from the windscreen and caught by opening cycle has been completed; - Unfold the handle A; the wind, it might open violently and OPENING CYCLE: - Pulling downward slightly turn the handle expose the passengers to danger as - Side windows opening;...
  • Page 107 BEFORE YOU DRIVE - Secure the soft top lever covering fl aps Closing - Put the fl aps in their case and store it in the in their seats to the sides of the soft top luggage compartment. Proceed as outlined for the opening procedure housing by folding the two latches D.
  • Page 108 - Push and hold up the switch until the soft - Grip the handle and pulling it downwards - Fold the handle A. top is completely closed. position the front edge of the soft top CLOSING CYCLE: against the windscreen frame. Side windows opening;...
  • Page 109 BEFORE YOU DRIVE During the soft top opening and closing cycles, OPENING CYCLE: the progress is shown on the display. 9:00 9:00 9:00 9:00 °C °C °C °C 25 .5 25 .5 25 .5 25 .5 CAUTION Lift top Lift top Before operating the soft top, and press and press...

  • Page 110: Side Window Movement

    Automatic movement of the soft top is message suggesting the corrective action to Manual window opening interrupted in the following cases: take. With the soft top completely open or closed - Failure of the hydraulic/electric movement (locked with the handle A) twice push the switch WARNING: During the opening and closing system;...

  • Page 111: Failure

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE FAILURE If the automatic soft top movement system fails - If a normal soft top movement cycle is during or before its movement cycle it can be interrupted for more than 300 seconds, the In the event of failure of the hydraulic and completed manually.

  • Page 112: Manual Emergency Soft Top Operation

    MANUAL EMERGENCY Closing: - To free soft top movement pull and turn the SOFT TOP OPERATION cable by about 90° from the ring C; when - Open the luggage compartment lid and the cable is released, it should not jump remove the panel by turning the 3 If necessary, the soft top can be opened or closed...
  • Page 113 BEFORE YOU DRIVE - Remove the two covering fl aps by lifting Put the fl aps in their case and store it in - Gripping the soft top by its frame pull it out the catches E; the luggage compartment; and move it up to the windscreen frame;...
  • Page 114 - Grip the handle and pulling it downward - Fold the handle F. turn it anticlockwise, paying attention that WARNING: When done, remember to reposition the locking hinges correctly slip into their the cable in its original seat, otherwise the seats on the windscreen frame electric system will be unable to operate even if the system is functioning.

  • Page 115: Air Conditioning And Heating System

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING SYSTEM Alfawiki.nl...

  • Page 116: Operating Modes

    Adjustable central and side vents. OPERATING MODES Air conditioning and heating system Automatic controls. Automatically adjusts the temperature, air Air vents for foot area. flow rate and air distribution in the passenger Fixed air vents for side windows. compartment in relation to the requested Fixed air vents for windscreen.
  • Page 117 BEFORE YOU DRIVE Controls Left-hand temperature control Air conditioning compressor activation/ deactivation Left-hand air distribution control Windscreen defogging/demisting Fan speed adjustment Recirculation function Right-hand air distribution control Rear window and external rear-view mirror defogging/demisting Right-hand temperature setting Residual heat function. Alfawiki.nl...
  • Page 118 Activation Air distribution controls C Fan speed control E Fully automatic operation: turn the controls C, and G to AUTO. Deactivation They can operate in two modes: It can operate in three modes: Deactivate the compressor by pressing the button Automatic (AUTO) Automatic (AUTO) and set the control to OFF...
  • Page 119 BEFORE YOU DRIVE Residual heat function J Air recirculation switch F Defogging/demisting switch H for rear window and external rear-view mirrors This function allows the user to maintain the Released It is activated by operating the switch temperature set for the passenger compartment activation is signalled by the LED.

  • Page 120: Adjustable Vents

    ADJUSTABLE VENTS FIXED AIR DISTRIBUTION VENTS These can be positioned vertically and longitudinally using control I. These cannot be adjusted and are designed specifically for demisting/defrosting or cooling Using control you can adjust the air flow. certain areas. The vents have these features.

  • Page 121: Car Stereo System

    BEFORE YOU DRIVE CAR STEREO SYSTEM The system is made up of: Two 38 mm Tweeters with 25 Wrms output power installed in the dashboard. Two 165 mm mid-woofers with 20 Wrms output power installed in the door panels. Alfawiki.nl...

  • Page 122: Bose Hi-Fi System (Optional)

    BOSE HI-FI Two 80 mm mid-range speakers installed Two mid-woofers 165 mminstalled in the on the rear panel. door. SYSTEM (OPTIONAL) The Bose HI-FI audio system has been carefully designed to provide the best acoustics, also based on the type of passenger compartment. Technical Information: The Bose HI-FI system is composed of: Two 40 mm tweeters installed on the...

  • Page 123: Suitcase Set (Optional)

    In order to save space in the luggage compartment, a specific set of suitcases has This socket can be installed with both audio been designed with Alfa Romeo stylistic features system configurations. consisting of: - One large bag;...

  • Page 124: Windstop

    WINDSTOP Fitting the windstop: Removing the windstop: 1) Press the button D; 1) Take the windstop out of its case; The windstop consists of a panel installed behind 2) Position the windstop between the two roll- 2) Lift out the windstop by sliding the tabs out the seats, which prevents the wind from creating hoops in such a way that the side tabs A, of their seats;...
  • Page 125 BEFORE YOU DRIVE 3) Put the windstop in its case and reposition it in the luggage compartment taking care to secure the case to the dedicated device. Alfawiki.nl...
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  • Page 127: Using The Vehicle

    USING THE VEHICLE Starting the engine ......................126 Q-Select gearbox .......................128 Using the brakes ........................136 Using the engine .......................137 Constant speed regulator (Cruise Control) ................138 Headlights ........................142 Driving conditions ......................142 Anti-pollution devices ......................147 Parking ..........................148 Tyres ..........................153 Useful accessories to keep in the vehicle ................154 Alfawiki.nl...

  • Page 128: Starting The Engine

    STARTING THE 1) Make sure that the parking brake is applied If the engine does not start, turn the key back to and that the doors are closed. position STOP and wait for the gear display to go ENGINE 2) Hold the brake pedal depressed when off before retrying.
  • Page 129 USING THE VEHICLE STARTING-OFF WHEN EMERGENCY STARTING WARNING: The battery is housed in a metal box, THE ENGINE IS COLD WITH AUXILIARY therefore, be extremely careful not to let the BATTERY battery charger clips come into contact with it. Start-off slowly, avoiding sudden accelerations 3) Start the engine.

  • Page 130: Q-Select Gearbox

    WARNING: Do not use a battery-charger for TURNING OFF THE Q-SELECT emergency starting under any circumstances: ENGINE GEARBOX you could damage the electronic systems, With the engine idling, rotate the ignition key to particularly the control units that manage the the STOP position.

  • Page 131: System Activation

    USING THE VEHICLE - “Automatic gearshift” button SYSTEM ACTIVATION CAUTION If the symbol continues - “Low grip” mode button Turning the key to position MAR the display and flashing without turning off, start the the failure symbol illuminate and will go off - SPORT mode button ”...
  • Page 132 If the symbol remains on, there is a system OPERATION WITH THE - N (Neutral): pull both paddles found behind failure. This condition is also indicated by a beep ENGINE OFF the steering wheel. when the key is turned to position MAR. - R (Reverse): press button C.

  • Page 133: Driving The Vehicle

    USING THE VEHICLE DRIVING THE VEHICLE WARNING: If, on downhill slopes, you let the Hill Holder Strategy vehicle move in neutral (N), when you request The Hill Holder system helps the driver when With the engine running, the vehicle stationary a gearshift UP, the gear engaged will depend on starting-off on an uphill slope.
  • Page 134 Important In any event, it is best to: In any event, it is best to: - With the vehicle stationary and a gear - Shift gears without releasing the accelerator - Shift gears without releasing the accelerator engaged, keep the brake pedal depressed pedal if it is depressed.
  • Page 135 USING THE VEHICLE REQUESTING TURNING OFF CAUTION NEUTRAL (N) THE ENGINE AND Do not remove the key when DEACTIVATING THE the vehicle is moving! The system (and If necessary, neutral (N) can be requested at any SYSTEM thus the display) would remain active speed.

  • Page 136: Other System Functions

    OTHER SYSTEM It is always a good rule to deactivate the other When the vehicle is stationary, requesting N 1 FUNCTIONS operating modes (“automatic gearshift” and or R will not cause the system to switch from “SPORT”) before you select “low-grip” mode. “Automatic gearshift”...
  • Page 137 USING THE VEHICLE “SPORT” mode CAUTION CAUTION “SPORT” mode is characterised It is advisable not to use It is activated by pressing button F; the letter “S” by faster gearshifts than in “SPORT” mode on roads with low or will illuminate on the display. “NORMAL”...

  • Page 138: Using The Brakes

    WARNING: In the event that the control lever USING THE In order to fully exploit the ABS system assembly is malfunctioning, in addition to features: BRAKES - You will perceive a light “pulsation” of the activating the buzzer and the failure warning light , the system enables “automatic brake pedal during emergency braking or...

  • Page 139: Using The Engine

    USING THE VEHICLE USING THE WHILE DRIVING WARNING: Continuing to drive when a red warning light is on could cause serious damage Never travel with the Rev. Counter indicator ENGINE to the vehicle and affect performance. approaching the peak RPM - not even downhill. When the revolution counter indicator is CAUTION BREAKING-IN...

  • Page 140: Constant Speed Regulator (Cruise Control)

    Engine control system (EOBD) In addition, the system includes a diagnostics CONSTANT SPEED connector that can be interfaced with suitable The EOBD (European On Board Diagnosis) REGULATOR instruments. This makes it possible to read the system installed on the vehicle is in compliance error codes stored in the control unit, together (CRUISE CONTROL) with EC Directive 715/2007 - 692/2008...
  • Page 141 USING THE VEHICLE The dial is used to store and maintain the WARNING: When the ignition key is turned to CAUTION vehicle speed, or to increase or decrease the position STOP or the switch A to position OFF, Cruise Control must only be activated when traffic and the speed stored.
  • Page 142 RESTORING THE SPEED INCREASING THE SPEED REDUCING THE SPEED STORED IN THE MEMORY STORED IN THE MEMORY STORED IN THE MEMORY If the device has been deactivated after braking, The speed stored in the memory can be The speed stored in the memory can be reduced the speed saved previously can be restored as increased in two ways: in two ways:...
  • Page 143 USING THE VEHICLE RESETTING THE SPEED CAUTION CAUTION STORED IN THE MEMORY Cruise Control can only be Switch A can be left on the ON activated at speeds exceeding 30 position at all times, without damaging The speed stored in the memory is automatically km/h.

  • Page 144: Headlights

    HEADLIGHTS The much broader illumination of the side zones DRIVING markedly increases driving safety as it allows the CONDITIONS driver to better detect other persons on the side BI-XENON HEADLIGHTS of the road (e.g. pedestrians, bicycle riders and The gas-discharge (Xenon) headlights use an BEFORE A TRIP motorcycle drivers).

  • Page 145: Safe Driving

    USING THE VEHICLE CAPACITIES BEFORE YOU DRIVE CAUTION It is extremely dangerous and - Make sure that the lights and headlights are WARNING: Use unleaded fuel only! prohibited by law to travel seated working properly. The use of fuel containing lead would on the panel behind the seats.

  • Page 146: Driving At Night

    TRAVELLING DRIVING AT NIGHT CAUTION Always fasten the seat belts. - Caution is the fi rst rule for safe driving. The main guidelines to follow when driving at Travelling without your seat belt Being careful also means being in a position night are set out below: fastened increases the risk of serious to be able to predict the driving behaviour...

  • Page 147: Driving In The Rain

    USING THE VEHICLE - Use the high beams only outside of urban DRIVING IN THE RAIN DRIVING IN FOG areas and when you are sure that they will Rain and wet roads are dangerous. On a wet If the fog is dense avoid travelling where not disturb other drivers.

  • Page 148: Driving In The Mountains

    Sound the vehicle horn rhythmically if you hear DRIVING IN THE DRIVING ON SNOW OR another vehicle approaching. MOUNTAINS - When you get out of the vehicle, put on the On downhill roads, use the engine brake, Below is some general advice for driving in these high-visibility vest.

  • Page 149: Anti-Pollution Devices

    USING THE VEHICLE ANTI-POLLUTION Always use unleaded fuel. CAUTION During normal operation the If starting is difficult, do not make prolonged DEVICES catalyst converter generates high attempts. temperatures. Do not, therefore, park Even if the vehicle is equipped with anti-pollution Especially avoid push starts, towing or hill starts: the vehicle on flammable materials devices, the environment deserves the greatest...

  • Page 150: Parking

    OTHER ADVICE - Check the tyre pressure regularly: if the PARKING pressure is too low, fuel consumption - Do not warm up the engine when the Pull the electric parking brake, straighten the increases and the tyres are damaged. vehicle is stationary: in these conditions wheels and turn off the engine.

  • Page 151: Electric Parking Brake

    USING THE VEHICLE ELECTRIC PARKING During engagement and disengagement, the CAUTION BRAKE warning light flashes until the brake has During engagement or reached its maximum engagement force or is disengagement of the electric parking The vehicle is equipped with an automatic fully released.
  • Page 152 Engagement Disengagement CAUTION Always check that the vehicle is The electric parking brake is automatically The parking brake is automatically disengaged actually locked before leaving it. applied when the engine is turned off and the when the brake pedal is depressed and a gear is vehicle is stationary.
  • Page 153 USING THE VEHICLE Deactivating the PARK OFF automatic WARNING: In certain conditions, when the Malfunction indication operation battery voltage is low, the electric parking brake In the event of electric parking brake system activation/deactivation system may temporarily To deactivate manual operation of the electric failures, the warning light ! on the display be deactivated for safety reasons.
  • Page 154 - Parking brake system overhaul Emergency disengagement - Insert the special tool in the just uncovered The EPB system requires maintenance, pipe; In the event that the electric parking brake locks therefore contact an Authorised Service - Turn the handle anticlockwise until it is with a total system failure, you need to manually Centre of the Manufacturer’s Network to released;...

  • Page 155: Tyres

    USING THE VEHICLE TYRES WINTER TYRES The specific features of the winter tyres lead to lower performance under normal environmental These tyres are specially designed for driving on conditions or on long highway trips, compared to snow and ice and are fitted to replace the ones TYRE INFLATION the standard tyres.

  • Page 156: Useful Accessories To Keep In The Vehicle

    SNOW CHAINS WARNING: Before purchasing or using snow USEFUL chains, we recommend that you contact The use of snow chains is subject to the ACCESSORIES an Authorised Service Centre of the regulations in force in each country. Manufacturer’s Network for information. TO KEEP IN THE Use snow chains of reduced dimensions, with WARNING: Keep a moderate speed, when...
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  • Page 159 IN AN EMERGENCY Emergency starting ......................158 Toolkit ..........................159 If a tyre is punctured ......................159 If an exterior light goes out ....................160 If an interior light goes out ....................164 If a fuse blows ........................167 If the battery is fl at ......................178 If you have to jack up the vehicle ..................179 If you have to tow the vehicle ....................180 In the event of an accident ....................181...

  • Page 160: Emergency Starting

    fi rst digit of your CODE CARD, fully procedure from step 1. depress the accelerator pedal and hold it This procedure can be repeated an unlimited If the Alfa Romeo CODE fails to deactivate the down until the EOBD warning light number of times.

  • Page 161: Toolkit

    IN AN EMERGENCY TOOLKIT IF A TYRE IS NOTE: The compressor power plug must be inserted in the cigarette lighter socket B in the PUNCTURED The vehicle is equipped with the following vehicle. tooling: For the punctured tyre repair procedure, see - Toolkit;...

  • Page 162: If An Exterior Light Goes Out

    CAUTION IF AN EXTERIOR HEADLIGHT CLUSTERS Have the Xenon lamps and To access the headlight bulbs can be accessed LIGHT GOES OUT low-beam/high beam bulbs replaced from underneath the vehicle, after removing the and the system checked only at an wheel housing.
  • Page 163 IN AN EMERGENCY WARNING: For the countries that drive on the DIRECTION INDICATOR TAILLIGHT CLUSTERS left, the reverse lights and rear fog lights are LIGHTS The taillight bulbs are arranged as follows: inverted. To replace the direction indicator light bulb (5W): - Position and stop light 1) Push the direction indicator forward to - Reverse light bulb...
  • Page 164 2) Remove the rear part of the indicator by 4) Remove the bulb and replace it. THIRD STOP LIGHT releasing the catch and remove the unit. 5) Refi t the bulb holder turning it clockwise. In order to replace the bulbs, you must remove 3) Remove the bulb holder by turning it 6) Refi...

  • Page 165: Number Plate Lights

    IN AN EMERGENCY NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS 3) Replace the snap-fi tted bulb P. 4) Refi t the bulb holder inserting fi rst the To replace the number plate light bulb (C 5W): electrical connector side and then pressing 1) Release the dome light by gently prising on on the other side to hook up the clip.

  • Page 166: If An Interior Light Goes Out

    IF AN INTERIOR FRONT DOME LIGHT 3) Refi t the dome light cover, fi rst fi tting the left-hand side and then pushing the right- 1) Gently prise with a screwdriver at the points LIGHT GOES OUT hand side into place. and remove the dome light cover.
  • Page 167 IN AN EMERGENCY GLOVE COMPARTMENT 2) Raise the cover F. 3) Replace the bulb G. LIGHT 4) Refi t the cover, inserting fi rst the two-tab side and then pressing on the other side. To replace the bulb: 1) Remove the transparent cover by levering it out gently, using a screwdriver, at point E.

  • Page 168: Courtesy Lights

    COURTESY LIGHTS 2) Turn the bulb holder and remove it. 4) Refi t the bulb holder inserting fi rst the UNDER THE DOOR AND 3) Replace the snap-fi tted bulb electrical connector side and then pressing THE DASHBOARD on the other side to hook up the clip. To replace the bulb: 1) Use a screwdriver positioned at point lever out the light fi...

  • Page 169: If A Fuse Blows

    IN AN EMERGENCY IF A FUSE BLOWS Replace the faulty fuse with a new one featuring POSITION OF FUSES/ the same rating (same colour). RELAYS If the problem persists, contact an Authorised The fuses/relays are located in various parts of REPLACING THE FUSES Service Centre of the Manufacturer’s the vehicle, namely:...

  • Page 170: Fuses And Relays

    FUSES AND RELAYS The fuses/relays are housed in 5 control boxes. The list of fuses and relays is shown in the IN THE ENGINE following pages. COMPARTMENT WARNING: If you need to wash the engine compartment, do not direct the jet of water for To access the fuses/relays, lift the engine too long directly on the engine compartment compartment lid and remove the cover...
  • Page 171 IN AN EMERGENCY Engine compartment relay Pos. Type Function BOSCH micro-relay 20A Injection main relay BOSCH micro-relay 10/20A Immobilizer Micro-relay 20A A.C. Compressor Micro-relay 30A Headlight washers Micro-relay 20A High beams Micro-relay 10/20A Battery charger (switch) Micro-relay 20A Horns Micro-relay 20A Maxi-relay 50A Air pump Maxi-relay 50A...
  • Page 172 Engine compartment fuses Pos. Amp. Colour System / Component MF01 Maxi 40A Orange +30 ABS (Pump) MF02 Maxi 60A Blue Air pump MF03 Maxi 40A Orange speed fans MF04 Maxi 50A speed fans MF05 Maxi 40A Orange A/C unit MF85 Maxi 60A Blue +30 front relay and fuse boxes...
  • Page 173 IN AN EMERGENCY Pos. Amp. Colour System / Component Light blue +30 Battery charger Green Headlight washers Light blue Horns +30 ABS (electronic unit) ESP 8.0 7.5A Brown Brake switch, NA, NC, coil R8 Position available Green +30 Starter motor Light blue +87 main relay I.E., Cyl.
  • Page 174 FUSES AND RELAYS The fuses/relays are housed in 2 control boxes. The list of fuses and relays is shown in the IN THE PASSENGER following pages. COMPARTMENT, TO THE LEFT OF THE STEERING WHEEL To access the fuses/relays, unscrew the 2 unlosable retaining screws and fold back the panel C.
  • Page 175 IN AN EMERGENCY Relays in the passenger compartment, to the left of the steering wheel Pos. Type Function Micro-relay 30A Low-beams Micro-relay 30A Heated rear window Micro-relay 30A Connected devices 1 Maxi-relay 50A Connected devices 2 Fuses inside the passenger compartment, to the left of the steering wheel Pos.
  • Page 176 Pos. Amp. Colour System / Component +30 NIM, NCL, EOBD, NTP, CSA, Clock Green Heated rear window Light blue Not used Brown +15 weight sensors (USA only) Green Windscreen wipers Yellow Cigarette lighter (on centre console) White Not used Light blue Not used Yellow Not used...
  • Page 177 IN AN EMERGENCY FUSE/RELAY CARRIER There are 3 relay and fuse boxes. To access the fuses and relays inside the control ECUS BEHIND THE boxes, remove the covers by levering up the fastening tabs. PASSENGER SEAT To access the fuses/relays, open the panel D. 1) Insert the key in the lock;...
  • Page 178 Relays behind the passenger seat Pos. Type Function BOSCH micro-relay 20A speed fuel pump BOSCH micro-relay 20A speed fuel pump Micro-relay 20A Reverse Micro-relay 20A Glove compartment motor Micro-relay 20A Third stop Position available Fuses behind the passenger seat Pos. Amp.
  • Page 179 IN AN EMERGENCY 7,5A Brown +30 Reverse gear Brown +30 Third stop +30 Glove compartment motor White +30 Hi-Fi system (bass-box and subwoofer) +30 NCP Position available Yellow NPG Power Supply (Driver’s door node) Yellow NPP Power Supply (Passenger’s door node) MF68 Maxi 40A Orange...

  • Page 180: If The Battery Is Fl At

    IF THE BATTERY IS RECHARGING THE therefore, be extremely careful not to let the BATTERY battery charger clips come into contact with it. FLAT 4) Turn on the battery charger. You are advised to recharge the battery slowly 5) When the battery is recharged, turn off the First of all, we recommend that you read and at a low amperage for about 24 hours.

  • Page 181: If You Have To Jack Up The Vehicle

    IN AN EMERGENCY IF YOU HAVE If you need to jack up the vehicle, position the CAUTION rubber bushings in correspondence to the arrows. The fluid contained in the TO JACK UP THE battery is poisonous and corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin and eyes. VEHICLE The battery recharging procedure must be carried out in a ventilated...

  • Page 182: If You Have To Tow The Vehicle

    IF YOU HAVE TO To be able to tow the vehicle, you must: CAUTION When towing the vehicle with - Turn the ignition key to MAR without TOW THE VEHICLE the engine off, remember that, without starting the engine (see page 87) the assistance of the brake servo, a - Engage neutral (position N) by If you need to tow the vehicle, observe the...

  • Page 183: In The Event Of An Accident

    IN AN EMERGENCY IN THE EVENT OF to put their cigarettes out. IF THERE ARE INJURED PERSONS To extinguish fires, even small ones, use a fire AN ACCIDENT extinguisher, blankets, sand or earth. Never use - Never leave an injured person alone. water.
  • Page 184 FIRST-AID KIT - tweezers - two haemostatic tubes. Housed in the storage box in the luggage The first-aid kit is provided with vehicles to compartment it contains the following material: be used in markets where these items are - sterile gauze to cover and clean the wounds mandatory.
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  • Page 187: Capacities And Technical Specifications

    CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Fuel ..........................186 Engine oil .........................186 Capacities: quantity and specifi cations of the products to use ............187 Fuel consumption ......................189 exhaust emissions ......................189 Technical specifi cations .......................190 Tyre pressure ........................196 Alfawiki.nl...

  • Page 188: Fuel

    FUEL ENGINE OIL Only use unleaded premium fuel with an octane To check the level, please consult the number (R.O.N.) of no less than 95. “Maintenance” section. Tank capacity: approx. 80 litres, including a 14 Do not top up with oil having characteristics other litre reserve.

  • Page 189: Capacities: Quantity And Specifi Cations Of The Products To Use

    CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CAPACITIES: QUANTITY AND SPECIFICATIONS OF THE PRODUCTS TO USE CAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS Parts to be refi lled Quantity Product specifi cations Fuel tank (including low fuel sector) approximately 80 litres Premium unleaded fuel with no less than 95 R.O.N. Fuel reserve approximately 14 litres Engine oil:...
  • Page 190 Parts to be refi lled Quantity Product specifi cations Engine cooling circuit 12.5 litres Mix of water and coolant, in the proportions indicated on the product package. Coolant: inhibited monoethylene glycol-based protective fluid with anti-freezing action: CUNA NC 956-16. Recommended fluid: PARAFLU UP - Contractual Technical - Reference No. F101.M01 Hydraulic power steering Oil type: ATF DEXRON II D LEV, SAE 10W.

  • Page 191: Fuel Consumption

    CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FUEL CONSUMPTIONS ACCORDING TO EC 715/2007 AND EC 692/2008 REGULATIONS CONSUMPTION (LITRES PER 100 KM) The fuel consumption values shown in the City Highway Average following table were established based on 24,4 11,6 16,3 homologation tests prescribed by specific European Directives.

  • Page 192: Technical Specifi Cations

    TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS INJECTION – IGNITION The ignition and injection system is controlled by a single microprocessor ECU. ENGINE Injection General - Type Bosch Motronic ME7.1.1. Type code AR8C Ignition Cycle Otto - Static ignition - Ignition sequence: 1-8-6-2-7-3-4-5 Cylinder number and position V 8 - 90°...

  • Page 193: Lubrication System

    CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS LUBRICATION SYSTEM COOLING SYSTEM TRANSMISSION The lubrication system uses a wet sump system Engine cooling is obtained by means of an anti- Clutch and oil pump with the relative suction screen, freeze mixture circulating inside a system with Dry double-plate clutch with servo-assisted incorporated in the crankcase.
  • Page 194 GEARSHIFTING unsprung weights. The hydraulic circuits have crossed branching Six forward speeds and one reverse. and are independent for the front and rear Gear Gearbox ratios brakes. Therefore, should one of the circuits fail, emergency braking is always possible with the gear 3.214 efficient circuit.
  • Page 195 CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS WHEELS CAUTION If you frequently drive in high- Wheel rims and tyres performance conditions, periodically have the efficiency of the carboceramic Wheel rim size Tyre size braking system checked at the front 8.5”J x 20” 245/35 ZR20 Authorised Service Centres of the rear 10.5”J x 20”...
  • Page 196 Snow chains Maximum radial protrusion permitted over the tyre profile: 9 mm. Rear tyre Snow chains: brand/type 285/35 ZR20 Konig Supermagic WARNING: The snow chains must be fitted only on the rear tyres. To purchase snow chains contact an Authorised Service Centre of the Manufacturer’s Network. PERFORMANCE Maximum speed Km/h...
  • Page 197 CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS 910 mm 2645 mm 826 mm 4381 mm 1589 mm 1590 mm 1894 mm Alfawiki.nl...

  • Page 198: Tyre Pressure

    TYRE PRESSURE Tyre inflation pressure when cold (bar). Wheel rim size Tyre size Infl ation pressure when cold (bar) front 8.5”J x 20” 245/35 ZR20 rear 10.5”J x 20” 285/35 ZR20 *front 8.5”J x 20” 245/35 ZR20 VM+S *rear 10.5”J x 20” 275/35 ZR20 VM+S * Winter tyres CAUTION...
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  • Page 201 Scheduled Maintenance ......................200 Additional checks .......................202 Level checks ........................203 Air fi lter ..........................207 Anti-dust/anti-pollen fi lter ....................207 Battery ..........................208 Electronic control units ......................209 Spark plugs ........................210 Wheels and tyres .......................210 Windscreen wipers ......................212 Air conditioning/heating system ..................213 Bodywork .........................214 Interiors ...........................217 If the vehicle is laid up for long periods .................218 Radio-frequency remote control: Ministerial homologation ............223 Conversion table ........................224...

  • Page 202: Scheduled Maintenance

    Authorised Service Centre of the essential for the validity of the warranty. Manufacturer’s Network any small operating For this reason, Alfa Romeo has provided for failures and not to wait for the next service. a series of checks and maintenance operations...
  • Page 203 MAINTENANCE The Scheduled Maintenance operations are Selecting the “Service” function from the Setup indicated on the display up to the ninth service menu, you can view when the next service is due when the due date is approaching; this value is (see page 48).

  • Page 204: Additional Checks

    ADDITIONAL WARNING - ENGINE OIL WARNING - AIR FILTER If the vehicle is used mainly in one of the When using the vehicle on dusty roads, replace CHECKS following particularly severe conditions: the air filters more frequently than indicated in Every 500 km or before long journeys, check the Maintenance Schedule.

  • Page 205: Level Checks

    MAINTENANCE LEVEL CHECKS 1) Engine oil 2) Engine coolant 3) Windscreen washer fluid 4) Brake fluid 5) Power steering fluid Alfawiki.nl...
  • Page 206 ENGINE OIL If the oil level is close to or below the MIN notch, WARNING: The engine oil used and the oil filter add oil through the filler neck positioned next changed contain substances that are dangerous The level must be checked when the engine is to the dipstick until reaching the MAX notch.

  • Page 207: Gearbox Oil

    MAINTENANCE GEARBOX OIL ENGINE COOLANT WINDSCREEN/ HEADLIGHT WASHER Have the oil level checked at an Authorised CAUTION FLUID Service Centre of the Manufacturer’s When the engine is very hot, do Network. For topping-up, open the cover B, extract the not remove the cap from the pan: risk filler neck extension and pour in a mixture of WARNING: Do not top up with oil having of burns!

  • Page 208: Power Steering Fluid

    POWER STEERING FLUID If necessary, top up with fluid making sure that it WARNING: The brake fluid is hygroscopic (i.e. has the same characteristics as the one already it absorbs humidity). For this reason, if the WARNING: Make sure that the power steering used in the system.

  • Page 209: Air Filter

    MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER ANTI-DUST/ANTI- WARNING: Failure to replace the filter may considerably reduce the air conditioning and POLLEN FILTER Have the air filter replaced at an Authorised heating system efficiency. Service Centre of the Manufacturer’s This filter performs mechanic/electrostatic air CAUTION Network.

  • Page 210: Battery

    BATTERY To recharge the battery, see the section “In an compliance with applicable legislation and in an emergency”. environment-friendly manner. The battery is the “low maintenance” type and is WARNING: Incorrect assembly of electrical and CAUTION positioned in the luggage compartment. electronic accessories can cause serious damage The fluid contained in the To access the battery, remove the panel...

  • Page 211: Electronic Control Units

    MAINTENANCE We recommend that you have the battery charge ELECTRONIC WARNING: When the battery is reconnected, condition checked, preferably at the beginning of you must first attach the positive pole (+), CONTROL UNITS the cold season, to prevent the electrolyte from remembering to cover it with the cap provided, freezing.

  • Page 212: Spark Plugs

    WARNING: Incorrect installation or modifications SPARK PLUGS WHEELS AND to the audio and alarm systems may interfere TYRES It is essential that the spark plugs are sound and with the proper operation of the Electronic clean to help ensure engine performance and to Control Units.
  • Page 213 MAINTENANCE HOW TO USE THE TYRES Impacts with kerbs, holes, and obstacles in the CAUTION road, as well as prolonged trips on rough roads Have the old tyres inspected WARNING: The tyres must be constantly kept in can cause tyre damage which may not be visible by an experienced tyre fitter, to make good conditions to ensure safe driving.

  • Page 214: Windscreen Wipers

    WINDSCREEN CAUTION CAUTION During the tyre life, the rolling We advise you to have any WIPERS direction of the first fitting shall operations involving removal of the always be observed, also in case of windscreen wiper arms performed at Clean the rubber parts regularly using the “non-directional”...

  • Page 215: Replacing The Wiper Blades

    MAINTENANCE SPRAY NOZZLES REPLACING THE WIPER BLADES If the jet does not work, first check that there CONDITIONING/ 1) Release the blade by lifting the catch B. is fluid in the pan (see “Level checks” in this HEATING SYSTEM 2) Slide the blade to the right to remove it section) then check that the nozzles are not from the arm.

  • Page 216: Bodywork

    - Use of ventilated box sections treated with wax products, to prevent water For your vehicle, Alfa Romeo has adopted condensation and pooling, which may lead the best technological solutions to protect the to the internal formation of rust.
  • Page 217 MAINTENANCE Normal paint maintenance consists in washing, You are recommended not to take the vehicle Windows and rear window the frequency of which depends on the immediately into an enclosed environment, but To clean the windows use special detergents. conditions of use and of the environment. leave it in the open air so as to allow the water Only use clean cloths so as not to scratch the For example, in areas where there is high...
  • Page 218 CLEANING Washing - Then rinse thoroughly until all traces of THE TOP foam have been removed; CAUTION - Let the canvas dry. The functional and aesthetic lifetime of the soft Do not use high-pressure WARNING: A second wash might be necessary. top depends on proper care and appropriate use.

  • Page 219: Interiors

    MAINTENANCE Protective treatment ENGINE COMPARTMENT INTERIORS WARNING: A series of specific products for soft At the end of each winter season, carefully wash Check at regular intervals that there is no water top treatment are available at the Authorised the engine compartment, remembering to not trapped under the mats (due to drips off shoes, Service Centres of the Manufacturer’s direct the jet of water for too long on the ECUs...

  • Page 220: If The Vehicle Is Laid Up For Long Periods

    Kit (specifically for cleaning leather) included in Improper operations may irreparably damage the - If the vehicle is not used for several months, the Alfa Romeo accessory line. The kit cannot be carbon parts. take the following precautions: used on suede.
  • Page 221 MAINTENANCE the Authorised Service Centres of the BATTERY CONDITIONER If you do not plan on using the vehicle for more Manufacturer’s Network). Do not use SOCKET than a week, we advise you to connect the battery conditioner in order to preserve full thick plastic sheets, which do not allow The socket is situated under the left-hand seat the humidity on the vehicle surface to...
  • Page 222 Battery conditioning can be interrupted at any Always first disconnect the power cable from CAUTION time by disconnecting the power cable from the the mains and then disconnect the battery Arrange the battery conditioner mains. conditioner from the vehicle socket. in a well visible position, away from heat sources and children’s reach.
  • Page 223 MAINTENANCE When the warning lights (2 and 3) are on and - the battery may not be properly connected Precautions and warnings flash alternately: to the vehicle system; - Make sure that the cables are not crushed - the battery may be defective; - if the warning lights fl...
  • Page 224 Overheating protection RESTARTING THE - Reconnect the battery after having checked VEHICLE its charge condition and perform the The battery conditioner is protected against initialisation procedures where required. overheating. Before restarting the vehicle after a long period In this regard, consult the chapter of inactivity, we recommend that you perform If the ambient temperature rises, the output “Reconnecting the battery”...

  • Page 225: Radio-Frequency Remote Control: Ministerial Homologation

    MAINTENANCE RECONNECTING THE RADIO- BATTERY FREQUENCY - Open the luggage compartment (page 82). REMOTE - Remove the panel (page 178). - Connect the battery. CONTROL: - Unlock and lock the doors using the remote MINISTERIAL control or the key in the door lock. - Turn on the instrument panel and adjust the HOMOLOGATION date and time setting in the Setup menu.

  • Page 226: Conversion Table

    CONVERSION TABLE Distance 1 km 0.6214 mi 1 mi 1.609 km 3.2808 ft 1 ft 0.3048 m 1.0936 yd 1 yd 0.9144 m 1 cm 0.3937 in 1 in 2.54 cm Volume 0.2642 US gallon 1 US gallon 3.785 l Weight 1 kg 2.2046 lb...
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  • Page 230 TABLE OF Alfa Romeo Code System ........14 ABS and EBD systems .........36 Operation ............15 Fuel cut-out inertia switch ........38 CONTENTS Resetting the switch ........38 Active and passive safety ......17 Seat belts ............18 Instruments and controls ......41 IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT YOU READ THIS MANUAL! ..
  • Page 231 Parking lights ..........95 Fuel tank door emergency opening ....84 Suitcase set (optional) ........121 Automatic activation/deactivation ..... 96 Keys ..............84 Twilight sensor ..........97 Windstop ............122 The Alfa Romeo CODE system ......84 Direction indicators ......... 97 Operation ............85 Alfawiki.nl...
  • Page 232 Using the vehicle ........125 Restoring the speed stored in the memory ..140 In an emergency ........157 Increasing the speed stored in the memory ..140 Starting the engine ..........126 Emergency starting ..........158 Reducing the speed stored in the memory ..140 Starting-off when the engine is cold ....
  • Page 233 TABLE OF CONTENTS Recharging the battery ........178 Brakes ............192 Spark plugs .............210 Suspension ..........193 If you have to jack up the vehicle ....179 Wheels and tyres ..........210 Steering ............193 If you have to tow the vehicle ......180 How to use the tyres ........
  • Page 234 All the information contained in this manual is of a purely indicative nature since the Alfa Romeo vehicle versions and models can be modified for either legal or commercial reasons. Alfa Romeo may therefore make any modification to the vehicle models described in this manual, at any time, for either technical or commercial reasons.
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