Servicing Procedures - Alfa Romeo Giulia GTA Owner's Handbook Manual

voltage and calculate the charge level
and the general condition of the battery.
The sensor is placed next to the negative
terminal (-) of the battery.
For a correct charge/discharge
procedure, the charge voltage must go
through the IBS sensor.
Turn the charger on and follow the
instructions on the user's manual to
completely recharge the battery;
when the battery is charged, turn the
charger off before disconnecting it from
the battery;
first disconnect the black cable
terminal of the battery charger and then
the red cable terminal;
refit the protective cover of the
positive terminal of the battery
and the access cover to the battery
compartment.
WARNING If a "quick-type" battery
charger is used with the battery fitted
on the vehicle, before connecting it
disconnect both cables of the battery
itself. Do not use a "quick-type" battery
charger to provide the starting voltage.
37)
WARNING
144) The process of charging or recharging
the battery produces hydrogen, a
flammable gas that can explode and cause
serious injury.
145) When charging or recharging the
battery, always follow the precautions
listed.
IMPORTANT
37) When you need to disconnect or remove
the battery, do not close the boot. Open the
boot manually if it is locked.

SERVICING PROCEDURES

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38) 39) 40) 41) 42) 43) 44)
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE
45) 46)
To ensure the best possible
performance, the air conditioning
system must be checked and undergo
maintenance at a Dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership at the beginning of the
summer.
WARNING Do not use chemicals to clean
the air conditioning system, since the
internal components may be damaged.
This kind of damage is not covered by
warranty.
WINDSCREEN WIPER
Raising the windscreen wiper blades
("Service position" function)
The "Service position" function allows
the driver to replace the windscreen
wiper blades more easily. It is also
recommended to activate this function
when it is snowing and to make it easier
to remove any dirt deposits in the
area where the blades are normally
positioned, when washing.
Activation of the function
To activate this function, deactivate the
windscreen wiper (ring fig. 141 in position
O) before setting the ignition device to
STOP.
This function can only be activated within
2 minutes of setting the ignition device
to STOP.
To activate this function, move the lever
upwards (unstable position) for at least
three seconds.
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