Starting Procedure For Jtd Versions; Starting Procedure For Petrol Versions - Alfa Romeo 147 Owner's Manual

STARTING PROCEDURE
FOR JTD VERSIONS
IMPORTANT It is important never to
press the accelerator before the engine
has started.
1) Make sure the handbrake is engaged.
2) Move the gear lever to neutral.
3) Fully depress the clutch pedal, so that
the starter motor is not forced to crank the
gears.
4) Ensure that the electric systems and
devices, especially if they absorb high
quantities of energy (e.g. heated
rearscreen), are switched off.
5) Turn the ignition key to the AVV po-
sition and release it as soon as the engine
starts.
6) If the engine does not start, return
the key to STOP, then repeat the proce-
dure.
IMPORTANT If it is difficult to start
the engine do not insist with extended
attempts which may damage the catalyst,
but contact Alfa Romeo Authorised
Services.
STARTING PROCEDURE
FOR PETROL VERSIONS
1) Make sure the handbrake is
engaged.
2) Set the gearshift lever to neutral.
3) Turn the ignition key to MAR. The re-
configurable multifunction display will show
the warning light.
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4) Wait for the to turn off, which
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takes place sooner, the warmer the
engine. With the engine very warm the
light might stay on for such a short time
as to pass unnoticed.
5) Fully depress the clutch pedal.
6) Turn the ignition key to AVV as
soon as the warning light has gone
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out. Waiting too long, makes the warming
work of the glow plugs useless.
IMPORTANT The electric devices that
absorb a high amount of energy (cli-
mate control, rearscreen heating, etc.) are
cut off automatically during starting.
If the engine does not start at the first
attempt, move the ignition key to STOP
before repeating starting.
If starting is difficult (with the Alfa
Romeo CODE system working properly),
do not insist with prolonged attempts.
Only use an auxiliary battery if the cause
is due to low battery charge. Never use a
battery charger to start the engine.
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