Alfa Romeo ALFA 159 User Manual

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Dear Customer,

thank you for choosing Alfa Romeo.

Alfa 159 has been designed to guarantee the safety, comfort and driving pleasure typical of

Your Alfa Romeo.

This booklet will help you to get to know the characteristics and operation of your car.

The following pages contain all the indications necessary for you to be able to maintain the high standards of performance, quality, safety and respect for the environment which characterize this

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.

Have a good trip.

Alfa 159.

This booklet describes all the versions of the Alfa 159, so you should only consider the information concerning the trim level, engine and version purchased by you.

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MUST BE READ!

REFUELLING

Petrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95.

ENGINE STARTING

PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL

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RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

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.

Petrol engines: ensure that the handbrake is up, fully press the clutch pedal, without pressing the accelerator, put

the gear lever neutral, fit the electronic key into the ignition device to stop limit, briefly press the START/STOP but- ton.

Diesel engines: ensure that the handbrake is up, fully press the clutch pedal, without pressing the accelerator, put

the gear lever neutral, fit the electronic key down into the ignition device until it stops. The instrument panel warning light

will turn on, wait for the warning light

briefly press the START/STOP button as soon as the warning light

While working, the catalyst develops a very high temperature. Do not park the car over grass, dry leaves, pine

needles or any other inflammable materials: risk of fire.

A system for continuously monitoring emission system components to ensure greater environmental protec-

tion is fitted in your car.

to turn off. The hotter the engine is, the quicker this will happen,

turns on.

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ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES

If, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical accessories (that will gradually drain the battery), contact Al-

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CODE CARD (for version/markets where applicable)

SCHEDULED SERVICING

fa Romeo Authorized Services. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the car’s electric system can support the required load.

Keep the code card in a safe place, not in the car.

Correct maintenance of the car is essential for ensuring it stays in tip-top condition and safeguards its safety fea-

tures, its environmental friendliness and low running costs for a long time to come.

THE OWNER’S MANUAL CONTAINS…

…information, tips and important warnings regarding the safe, correct driving of your car, and its maintenance. Pay particular attention to the symbols ing).

(personal safety)

(environmental protection)

(car well-be-

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Any queries concerning servicing should be forwarded to the showroom from which the car was purchased, the subsidiary company or to our branch offices or any point of the Alfa Romeo Network.

Warranty Booklet

The Warranty Booklet is delivered together with every new car and contains the regulations tied to the services given by Alfa Romeo Services and to the warranty conditions.

Correctly carrying out the scheduled services specified by the manufacturer is the best way to maintain the performance, safety characteristics and low running costs of your car. It is also necessary to maintain warranty cover.

“Service” guide

This contains the Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. The services can be recognized by the presence of the Alfa Romeo badge and logo.

The Alfa Romeo organization in Italy can be found in the telephone book under the letter “A” Alfa Romeo. 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 Dealers.

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THE SYMBOLS USED IN THIS BOOKLET

The symbols illustrated in these pages show the subjects which should,

in particular, be closely studied.

PERSONAL SAFETY

Warning: partially or fully ignoring these rules may lead to serious injury.

This indicates the correct procedures to be followed to prevent the car from damaging the environment.

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT CAR SAFETY

Warning: partially or fully ignoring these rules may lead to serious damage being caused to the car which, in some circumstances, may cause forfeiture of the warranty cover.

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, there-

fore the specifications and fittings may be altered without prior notice.

For details on this subject, please apply to the manufacturer's sales network.

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DDDAASSHHBBOOAARRDDAANNDDCCOONNTTRROOLLS

DASHBOARD .................................................... 7

INSTRUMENT PANEL ......................................... 8

SYMBOLS ....................................................... 9

ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEM............................... 9

ELECTRONIC KEY .............................................. 11

ALARM ........................................................... 17

IGNITION DEVICE............................................... 19

INSTRUMENTS.................................................. 21

MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY ................................... 25

RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY.......... 30

SEATS ............................................................ 45

HEAD RESTRAINTS............................................. 48

STEERING WHEEL ............................................. 49

REARVIEW MIRRORS ......................................... 50

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ............................... 53

MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ................... 55

AUTOMATIC TWO-/THREE-ZONE

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ............................... 58

ADDITIONAL HEATER ......................................... 69

EXTERNAL LIGHTS ............................................. 70

WINDOW WASHING ......................................... 73

CRUISE CONTROL ............................................. 76

CEILING LIGHTS ................................................ 78

CONTROLS....................................................... 81

INTERIOR FITTINGS............................................ 83

SUNROOF........................................................ 93

DOORS ........................................................... 96

POWER WINDOWS ........................................... 99

BOOT.............................................................. 101

BONNET .......................................................... 105

ROOF RACK/SKI RACK ...................................... 106

HEADLIGHTS..................................................... 106

ABS SYSTEM ................................................... 108

VDC SYSTEM ................................................... 110

EOBD SYSTEM ................................................. 115

SOUND SYSTEM PRESETTING.............................. 116

ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY THE OWNER .......... 116

INSTALLATION OF ELECTRIC/ELECTRONIC DEVICES .. 117

PARKING SENSORS ........................................... 118

TYRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM

(T.P.M.S.)........................................................ 122

AT THE FILLING STATION .................................... 125

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT ........................ 127

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1. Adjustable 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. Adjustable swivel centre air vents - 9. Fuel level gauge/engine coolant temperature gauge/engine oil temperature gauge (petrol versions) or turbocharger pressure gauge (diesel versions) - 10. Passenger’s air bag - 11. Passenger’s knees air bag (where provided) - 12. Glove box - 13. Sound system (where provided) - 14. Heating/ventilation/climate controls - 15. Engine START/STOP button - 16. Ignition device - 17. Driver’s knees air bag - 18. Sound system controls on the steering wheel (where provided) - 19. Cruise Control lever (where provided) - 20. Bonnet opening lever - 21. Dashboard fusebox lid - 22. Switches for external lights, trip meter reset and headlamp aiming device.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL

A. Speedometer (speed indicator) B. Warning lights - C. Rev counter - D. Multifunction display

hcm

Warning lights on diesel versions only

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On diesel versions the rev counter end scale value is at 6000 rpm.

A. Speedometer (speed indicator) 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.

fig. 2 - Versions with multifunction display

fig. 3 - Versions with reconfigurable multifunction display

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SYMBOLS

Special coloured labels have been attached near or actually on some of the components of your car. These labels bear symbols that remind you of the precautions to be taken as regards that particular component.

The plate summarising the symbols used fig. 4 can be found under the bonnet.

fig. 4

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ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEM

To further protect you car from theft, it has been fitted with an engine immobilising system. This system is automatically activated when the electronic key is removed.

An electronic device, in fact, is fitted in each electronic key grip. The device transmits a radio-frequency signal when the engine is started through a special aerial built into the ignition switch on the dashboard. The modulated signal, which changes each time the engine is started, is the “password”, by means of which the control unit recognises the electronic key and enables to start the engine.

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OPERATION

Each time the electronic key is fitted into the ignition switch, the Alfa Romeo CODE system control unit sends a recognition code to the engine control unit to deactivate the inhibitor.

The code is sent only if the Alfa Romeo CODE system control unit has recognised the code transmitted from the electronic key.

If the code has not been recognised correctly, the warning light

turns on (on certain versions a dedicated message is displayed) (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

In this case, the electronic key should be removed from the ignition device and then refitted; if the lock continues, possibly try again with the other keys provided with the car. If it is still not possible to start the car contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services

Warning light

coming on

when driving

If the warning light

turns on this means that the system is running a selftest (for example for a voltage drop).

If the warning light

stays on, contact

Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. IMPORTANT Every electronic key has

its own code, which must be memorised by the system control unit. To memorise new keys, up to a maximum of eight, apply solely to Alfa Romeo Authorized Services taking with you all the keys in your possession, the CODE card, a personal identity document and the car’s possession documents. The codes of the keys not provided during the new memorising procedure are erased from the memory. This is to ensure that any lost or stolen keys can no longer be used to start the car.

The electronic components inside the key may be damaged if the key is

submitted to sharp knocks.

If 2 seconds after fitting the electronic key into the ignition switch, the

warning light

comes on again flashing (on certain versions a dedicated message is displayed), this means that the code of the keys has not been memorised, thus the car is not protected by the Alfa Romeo CODE system against attempted theft. In this case, contact an Alfa Romeo Authorized Service to have the key codes memorised.

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ELECTRONIC KEY

CODE CARD (for versions/markets where applicable)

The CODE card fig. 5 delivered with the keys, contains the mechanical code A and the electronic one B.

fig. 5

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The code numbers on the CODE card must be kept in a safe place, not in the car.

If the car changes owner, the new owner must be given the electronic

key and the CODE card.

ELECTRONIC KEY fig. 6

The car is delivered with two copies of the key with remote control.

The electronic key operates the ignition switch.

Button

shall be used for central locking of doors, tailgate and fuel cap with alarm activation (where provided).

ButtonËshall be used for central opening of doors and fuel cap with alarm deactivation (where provided).

Button

shall be used to open the

tailgate. When unlocking the doors by pressing

button

, if by 2.5 minutes no door or the boot is opened, the system will automatically lock the car again.

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The electronic key fig. 7 is fitted with a metal insert A, that can be extracted by pressing button B.

The metal insert operates the following:

❒

central door locking/unlocking through the driver's door lock (with run-down car battery only the driver's door will open);

❒

windows opening/closing;

❒

switch (where provided) for deactivating the passenger’s air bag and knees air bag (where provided);

❒

safe-lock device (where provided);

❒

emergency unlocking of electronic key from ignition switch.

fig. 7

IMPORTANT Never expose the electronic key to direct sunlight: risk of damages.

IMPORTANT Remote control frequency may be disturbed by radio transmissions outside the car (e.g. mobile phones, hams, etc…). In this event remote control may be failing.

WARNING

Never leave the elec-

tronic key unattended to prevent anyone, especially children, from holding it and pressing button B-fig. 7 inadvertently.

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Replacing the battery of the electronic key

Ë,Á

, or

If when pressing button

control given is refused or failing, the battery should be replaced with an equivalent one that can be purchased at common stores.

To be sure that the battery is to be replaced, try again to press buttons

, or

with another electronic key.

When closing the tailgate again, protection sensors are restored and direction indicators will flash once.

fig. 9

To change the battery fig. 9 proceed as follows:

❒

take out the metal insert A by pressing button B;

❒

remove the snap-fitted case Bfig. 10 (red) by levering with the

metal insert A of the electronic key in the point shown in the figure;

❒

remove the battery D-fig. 9 from the case taking note of the bias (in the figure the positive pole is facing downwards);

❒

put the new battery into the case with the correct bias;

❒

put the case down into its seat and refit the metal insert.

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IMPORTANT Never touch the electric contacts of the key and prevent fluid or dust infiltration inside it.

Used batteries are harmful to the environ-

ment. They should be disposed of as specified by law in the special containers provided, or take them to Alfa Romeo Authorized Services which will deal with their disposal.

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SAFE LOCK DEVICE (where provided)

This safety system inhibits the operation of the car door handles.

The safe lock device represents top protection against break in attempts. Activate it each time you park the car.

WARNING

Once the safe lock de-

vice has been actuated, doors cannot be opened from inside the car in any way whatsoever. For this reason, make sure there are no persons left inside the car.

WARNING

If the key battery is

flat, the safe lock device can only be deactivated by unlocking the doors by turning the metal insert of the key into the driver’s door lock or by fitting the key into the ignition device.

WARNING

If the car battery is

down, the safe lock device can be activated only using the metal insert of the electronic key on the driver’s door revolving plug: in this case the safe lock device is active on front passenger’s door and rear doors.

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Device activation

The device is automatically activated on every door in the following cases:

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turning twice the metal insert of the electronic key into the driver door to locking position;

❒

pressing twice the electronic key button

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Device activation is signalled by three flashes of the led on the driver’s door panel and, only if activated by pressing the electronic key button

, of direction

indicators. Should one of the doors be not perfect-

ly closed, the safe lock device is not activated, thus preventing that a person getting into the car from the open door remains blocked inside the passenger’s compartment when he/she closes the door.

Device deactivation

The device is deactivated automatically on every door in the following cases:

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when unlocking the doors;

❒

when unlocking only the driver’s door (where possible);

❒

when fitting the electronic key into the ignition switch.

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The main functions that can be activated with the electronic key or with the emergency metals insert are the following:

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Electronic key

Emergency metal insert

Direction

Doors,

tailgate

and fuel cap

unlocking

Brief press on buttonË(*)

Electronic key

rotation

clockwise (*)

2 flashings

Doors,

tailgate

and fuel cap

locking

Brief press on

button

Electronic key

rotation

counter-clockwise

1 flashing

Window

and sunroof

opening

(where

provided)

Prolonged

pressing

(over 2 seconds)

on button

Electronic key

rotation

for over 2 seconds clockwise

2 flashings

Window

and sunroof

closing (where

provided)

–

Electronic key

rotation for over

2 seconds

counter-clockwise

1 flashing

Safe lock

(where

provided)

Double pressing

(within 1 second)

on button

Double electronic

key rotation

within 1

second

counter-clockwise

3 flashings

Tailgate opening

Brief press on button

–

2 flashings

indicators flashing

Led on driver’s door

Deterrence

led off

Turning on fixed

for 3 seconds,

followed by

deterrence led

flashing

Deterrence led off

Turning on fixed

for about

3 seconds,

followed by

deterrence led

Double

flashing,

followed by

deterrence led

flashing

–

flashing

(*) On certain versions it is possible to set the option “Unlocking front door only” through the “Setup Menu” (see paragraph “Reconfigurable multifunction

display” in this section). In this case pressing button only. To unlock all the doors, press twice button

IMPORTANT Window and sunroof opening operations are a consequence of a door unlocking control. Window and sunroof closing operations are a consequence of a door locking control.

and turning the metal insert of the electronic key counter-clockwise will unlock the driver’s door

within 1 second or turn twice the metal insert of the electronic key counter-clockwise.

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ALARM (where provided)

WHEN THE ALARM IS TRIGGERED

The alarm comes into action in the following cases:

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unlawful opening of doors, bonnet and boot (perimetral protection);

❒

attempt to start the engine with unauthorised electronic key;

❒

battery cable cutting;

❒

presence of moving bodies in the passenger’s compartment (volumetric protection);

❒

abnormal raising/sloping of the car (for versions/markets where applicable);

Volumetric and anti-raising protections can be cut off by operating the front ceiling light controls(see paragraph “Volumetric protection/Anti-raising sensor” on the following pages).

Depending on the markets, the triggering of the alarm will activate the siren and the hazard warning lights (for about 26 seconds). The methods of operation and the number of cycles may vary depending on the versions/markets.

A maximum number of sound/sight cycles is however envisaged. Once the alarm cycle is over, the system will restore its normal operation.

IMPORTANT Central door unlocking by the emergency electronic key will not deactivate the alarm, therefore with alarm on the siren will activate when opening one of the doors or the boot. To deactivate the siren see paragraph “How to deactivate the alarm”.

IMPORTANT The engine immobiliser function is guaranteed by the Alfa Romeo CODE system, which is automatically activated when the electronic key is removed from the ignition device.

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HOW TO ACTIVATE THE ALARM

With the doors, bonnet and boot shut and electronic key removed from ignition switch, point the electronic key in the direction of the car, then press and release the button

With the exception of certain markets, the system sounds a “beep” and the doors are locked.

Engagement of the alarm is preceded by a self-diagnostic test characterised by a different flashing of the round led located around the door lock/unlock button (see fig. 12): if a fault is detected the system sounds a further warning “beep”.

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Surveillance

When the system has been turned on, the led A-fig. 12 will flash to indicate that the system is in the surveillance mode. The led will flash continuously while the system is under surveillance.

IMPORTANT Operation of the alarm is adapted at the origin to the regulations of the different countries.

Self-diagnosis and monitoring of doors/bonnet/boot

If, after the alarm has been activated, a second acoustic signal is heard, turn the system off by pressing button

, check for proper locking of doors, bonnet and boot, then turn the system on again by pressing button

Otherwise if a door or bonnet/boot lid is not correctly closed it will not be controlled by the system. If the control signal is repeated when the doors and bonnet/boot are closed properly this means that the self-diagnosis function has detected a system operating fault, in which case it is necessary to contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.

HOW TO DEACTIVATE THE ALARM

Press button Ë. The system will react as follows (with the exception of certain markets):

❒

two brief flashes of the direction indicators;

❒

two brief “beeps”;

❒

door unlocking.

The alarm can be deactivated by fitting the electronic key into the ignition switch.

IMPORTANT On certain versions any attempt to break in detected by the system will be indicated by a warning message on the instrument panel display when fitting the electronic key into the ignition switch.

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VOLUMETRIC PROTECTION/ ANTI-RAISING SENSORS

To make sure that the protection sensors are working properly, check that windows and sunroof (where provided) are shut.

This function can be cut out (for example if you leave animals on the car) by pressing button A-fig. 13 on the front ceiling light within 1 minute after instrument panel turning off.

When this function is off the button led will turn on. Volumetric protection/antiraising sensors cut out shall be repeated at each instrument panel turning off.

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HOW TO CUT OFF THE ALARM SYSTEM

To deactivate the alarm system completely (for instance during prolonged inactivity of the car) simply lock the car by rotating the metal insert (provided inside the electronic key) into the driver’s door lock.

MINISTERIAL HOMOLOGATION

In keeping with the laws in force in each country on the subject of radio frequency, for markets in which the transmitter needs to be marked the certification number is given on the component. For certain versions/markets, the code may also be marked on the transmitter and/or on the receiver.

IGNITION DEVICE

The ignition device is located on the dashboard and it consists of the following:

❒

electronic key reading device Afig. 14 (set near the steering wheel);

❒

button START/STOP (set under the electronic key reading device).

IMPORTANT To prevent running down the battery do not leave the electronic key into the ignition device when the engine is off.

WARNING

If the ignition device is

tampered with (for example during an attempted break-in) have it checked over by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services before travelling again.

fig. 14

WARNING

When leaving the car

always remove the electronic key from the ignition device to prevent any passenger in the car from inadvertently activating the controls. Remember to engage the handbrake and if the car is facing uphill, first gear and if the car is facing downhill, reverse. Never leave children unattended in the car.

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ENGINE STARTING

See paragraph “Engine starting” in section “Correct use of the car”.

TURNING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ON

Proceed as follows:

❒

fit the electronic key into the ignition device;

❒

if the electronic key is fitted yet, press button START/STOP without pressing the clutch or brake pedal.

To safeguard the battery, when leaving the car with the instrument panel on, electric and electronic devices will be deactivated after approx. 1 hour.

TURNING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL OFF

With engine off and clutch and brake pedals released, press button START/ STOP or remove the electronic key from the ignition device.

A few seconds after the instrument panel display will turn off gradually.

IMPORTANT Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services if the instrument panel fails to turn off.

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START/STOP BUTTON fig. 15

Button START/STOP, set on the dashboard, controls car electric systems and engine starting/stopping.

Button START/STOP is fitted with knurled ring and led. When the led and the instrument panel are on, the engine can be started.

IMPORTANT Fit completely the electronic key into the ignition device until it locks into place.

IMPORTANT Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services if the instrument panel fails to turn on.

IMPORTANT If when fitting the electronic key into the ignition device, the warning light

on the instrument panel comes on (on certain versions together with a message on the display), check whether the electronic key is the proper one and then try to refit it into the ignition device. If the problem persists contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.

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STEERING COLUMN LOCK

Engaging

The steering column lock will engage 5 seconds after removing the electronic key from the ignition device and if the following conditions are present:

❒

engine off;

❒

instrument panel off with car at a standstill;

❒

electronic key removed from ignition device.

Disengaging

The steering column lock will disengage after fitting the electronic key into the ignition device.

IMPORTANT Switching the engine off when the car is running will not engage the steering column lock till next switching off with car stopped. In this event warning light

(where provided) on the instrument panel will come on (or as an alternative, on certain versions, a symbol and a message are displayed).

IMPORTANT Steering column lock failure is indicated by the instrument panel warning light

(where provid-

ed) (or as an alternative, on certain versions, a symbol and a message are displayed). In this event contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.

IMPORTANT If after trying to turn on the instrument panel and/or to start the engine, the instrument panel warning light

(where provided) (or as an alternative, on certain versions the message "Vehicle protection system not available" is displayed), repeat the operation moving the steering wheel in order to release the steering lock. The displayed warning message will not impair steering lock operation.

WARNING

It is absolutely forbid-

den to carry out whatever after-market operation involving steering system or steering column modifications (e.g.: installation of anti-theft device) that could badly affect performance and safety, cause the lapse of warranty and also result in non-compliance of the car with homologation requirements.

INSTRUMENTS

REV. COUNTER

Rev counter shows engine rpm. The red zone at the scale bottom indicates that the engine is running at excessive rpm dangerous for mechanical components. Do not drive with the pointer in this area.

IMPORTANT The electronic injection control system gradually shuts off the flow of fuel when the engine is “overrevving” (rev counter pointer in the red area) resulting in a gradual loss of engine power, in order to bring engine rpm below to the safety limit.

The rev counter may, when the engine is idling, indicate gradual or sudden increase of engine revs as the case may be; such behaviour is normal and must not be interpreted as a faulty condition as it occurs during normal operation, for instance when climate control or electric fan are switched on. In particular, slow revs variation helps keep the battery charged.

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FUEL GAUGE fig. 17

This shows the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank.

0 - tank empty. 1 - tank full (see the indications given

in paragraph “At the filling station"). The warning light on the fuel level gauge

turns on when about 10 litres fuel are left in the tank. On certain versions. the display will show a warning message when the cruising range is less than 50 km (or 31 mi).

fig. 18

IMPORTANT The pointer can reach the red area also for a sum of unfavourable conditions, i.e.: slow speed, uphill, fully laden or towing a trailer with hot outside temperature.

IMPORTANT Refuelling shall always be performed with engine off. Failing to observe this precaution could cause the gauge to provide wrong indications. Should this occur, to restore proper indication just have next refuelling with the engine off. Otherwise contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.

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ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE fig. 18

This shows the temperature of the engine coolant fluid and begins working when the fluid temperature exceeds approx. 50°C.

The pointer should normally be towards the middle of the scale. If the pointer reaches the red sector, reduce your demand on the engine.

The turning on of the warning light

(on certain versions together with a message on the display) indicates that the coolant fluid temperature is too high; in this case, stop the engine and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services .

IMPORTANT The pointer can reach the red area also for a sum of unfavourable conditions, i.e.: slow speed, uphill, fully laden or towing a trailer with hot outside temperature.

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ENGINE OIL TEMPERATURE GAUGE (petrol versions) fig. 19

The turning on of the warning light when travelling (on certain versions together with a message 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 pointer can reach the red area also for a sum of unfavourable conditions, i.e.: slow speed, uphill, fully laden or towing a trailer with hot outside temperature.

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TURBOCHARGER PRESSURE GAUGE (diesel versions) fig. 20

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This shows the temperature of the engine oil and begins working when the oil temperature exceeds approx. 70°C.

If the pointer reaches the red sector, reduce your demand on the engine.

This shows the turbocharger pressure value.

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TRIP METER RESET fig. 21

To reset the trip meter, keep button A pressed for a few seconds.

MANUAL INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT DIMMER

With this function it is possible to adjust on 8 levels the light intensity of the indications given on the instrument panel display, sound system display (where provided), climate control system display, radionavigation system display (where provided), and instrument panel gauges (fuel level gauge, engine oil temperature gauge (petrol versions) or supercharger pressure gauge (diesel versions) and engine coolant temperature gauge).

To increase light intensity press briefly button + on the left-hand stalk, to reduce it press button –: the display will show an indication and a figure corresponding to the current light intensity level. This screen will be displayed for a few seconds and then it will go off.

AUTOMATIC INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHT DIMMER

To give max. visibility and comfort under whatever driving conditions (e.g.: lights on in daylight, tunnels, etc…), the speedometer is fitted with a sensor for adjusting automatically, after fitting the electronic key into the ignition device and pressing button START/ STOP, the light intensity of the indications given on the instrument panel display, sound system display (where provided), climate control system display, radionavigation system display (where provided), and instrument panel gauges (fuel level gauge, engine oil temperature gauge (petrol versions) or supercharger pressure gauge (diesel versions) and engine coolant temperature gauge).

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MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY (where provided)

The “Multifunction display” shows all the useful information necessary when driving, more particularly:

INFORMATION ON STANDARD SCREEN

❒

Clock A-fig. 22;

❒

External temperature B;

❒

Total km (or mi) or trip meter C (when total kilometres (or miles) are indicated the display will also show the wording TOT).

Fitting the electronic key into the ignition device will display the total km (or mi), press button A-fig. 23 for trip meter (or mi).

fig. 22

fig. 23

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To reset the trip meter (or mi), press for long button A-fig. 23 during displaying.

INFORMATION ABOUT CAR CONDITIONS (at event)

❒

Scheduled servicing (symbol

D-fig. 22).

❒

Instrument panel light dimmer.

❒

Symbol of possible presence of ice on the road (symbol

❒

Speed limit exceeded.

❒

Engine oil level.

√

E-fig. 22).

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“SETUP MENU”

Speed limit (SPEED BEEP)

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There is also a “Setup Menu” enabling to perform the adjustments and/or settings described on the following pages by pressing button MENU and +/– (see fig. 24). The Setup can be activated by pressing briefly button MENU.

With the car stopped, the following settings are enabled:

❒

Speed limit on/off and speed limit value.

❒

Clock.

❒

Failure/warning buzzer volume.

❒

“Distance” unit.

With the car running, only the following setting is enabled:

❒

Speed limit on/off and speed limit value setting.

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CONTROL BUTTONS (set on left stalk) fig. 24

Short push on button: to confirm the required option and/or to go to next screen;

Long push on button: to confirm the required option and to go back to standard screen;

+/– to scroll up/down the “Setup Menu” options or to increase/decrease the value displayed on the screen.

When the standard screen is displayed buttons +/– activate instrument panel light dimming.

With this function it is possible to set the car speed limit (km/h or mph) which, if exceeded, automatically sounds a buzzer and displays a specific message (see section “Warning lights and messages”) to alert the driver. Once the warning cycle is over the display will resume the standard screen. The warning message will disappear only after the car speed slows 5 km/h (5 mph) below the set speed limit or after pressing briefly the MENU button. This procedure is carried out just once after exceeding the speed limit and it can be repeated only if the car speed slows at least 5 km/h (5 mph) below the set speed limit and then it increases until exceeding the speed limit again.

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To set the speed limit, proceed as follows:

❒

press button MENU until selecting SPEED BEEP: the display will show SPEED BEEP and setting condition

(ON = speed limit on/ OFF= speed limit off);

❒

press again button MENU: ON (or OFF) will flash;

❒

press buttons +/– to select ON or OFF;

❒

selecting ON will make the last speed limit set flashing on the display;

❒

press buttons +/– to adjust the value.

IMPORTANT The possible setting is between 30 and 250 km/h (or between 20 and 150 mph) depending on the unit set previously (see paragraph “Units” described later). Every press (pulse) of the button +/– increases or decreases the value by 5 units. Keeping the button +/– pressed obtains automatic fast increase or decrease. When you are near the required setting complete adjustment with single presses.

Clock (TIME REG)

This function enables to adjust the clock. To adjust the clock proceed as follows:

❒

press button MENU until selecting TIME REG;

❒

press again button MENU: TIME and clock will flash;

❒

press buttons +/– to adjust time.

Clock is always displayed in 24h mode (24 hours).

Failure/warning buzzer volume (BUZZ)

With this function the volume of the buzzer accompanying any failure/warning indications can be adjusted according to 4 levels. The buzzer can be adjusted and excluded.

Proceed as follows:

❒

press button MENU until selecting BUZZ: the display will show BUZZ

and a figure corresponding to the buzzer volume level;

❒

press again button MENU: the figure will flash;

❒

press buttons +/– to adjust the buzzer volume.

To mute the buzzer set the volume level to “0” using buttons +/–.

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Distance unit (UNIT)

With this function it is possible to set the required distance unit (km or mi).

To set the distance unit, proceed as follows:

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press button MENU until selecting UNIT: the display will show UNIT and “km” or “mi”;

❒

press again button MENU: “km” (or “mi”) will flash;

❒

press buttons +/– to set the required distance unit.

Scheduled servicing

IMPORTANT The Service schedule in-

cludes car maintenance every 35,000 km (or 21,000 mi); this is shown automatically, with the electronic key into the ignition device starting from 2,000 km (or 1,240 mi) from this deadline and it will be displayed in km or miles according to the unit set. When a scheduled service interval (“coupon”) is near to come, fitting the electronic key into the ignition device will display a message followed by the number of km/mi to go before car servicing. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to carry out any service operation provided by the Service schedule or by the Annual inspection plan, and to reset the display.

ENGINE OIL LEVEL INDICATION

Fitting the electronic key into the ignition device, the display will show for a few seconds the engine oil level. At this stage, to clear this indication and to go to next screen, press button MENU.

Low oil level will be indicated by a dedicated warning message on the display.

IMPORTANT Check the proper engine oil level on the dipstick (see paragraph “Checking levels” in section “Car maintenance”).

IMPORTANT Proper engine oil level shall be checked with the car on level ground.

IMPORTANT To read the correct oil level after fitting the electronic key, wait for about 2 seconds before starting the engine.

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IMPORTANT Engine oil level could increase after a long stop.

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MESSAGES DISPLAYED AT STARTING

After the engine oil level, the display will show for a few seconds a message indicating the procedure to follow to start the engine (PRESS PEDAL AND START: press brake or clutch pedal and then press button START/STOP to start the engine).

ILLUMINATION OF REV COUNTER/INSTRUMENTS (NIGHT PAN)

This function enables to turn on/off (ON/OFF) the lights of the rev counter and instruments.

This function can be activated (only with electronic key fitted into ignition device, external lights on, and speedometer built-in sensor in poor outside light setting), by pressing for long button –. When this function is on, the display will show “NIGHT PAN ON”.

Once on, the NIGHT PAN function can be deactivated as follows:

❒

by long press on button + (also with external lights off);

❒

removing the electronic key from the ignition device.

When this function is off the display shows “NIGHT PAN OFF”.

Messages “NIGHT PAN ON” or “NIGHT PAN OFF” stay on the display for a few seconds, then they will go off. To stop displaying before time, briefly press button MENU.

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RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY (where provided)

The “Reconfigurable multifunction display” shows all the useful information necessary when driving, more particularly:

INFORMATION ON STANDARD SCREEN

❒

Clock A-fig. 24/a;

❒

External temperature B;

❒

Date C;

❒

Partial km (or mi) covered D;

❒

Total km (or mi) covered E;

❒

Indications on car conditions F (e.g.: doors open, or possible ice on road,

etc. ...).

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The date C in the middle of the display will stay on until another display info is activated (e.g. “Light dimmer”) or other information on car conditions.

With key removed (when opening when of the front doors) the display will turn on and show for a few seconds the time, covered km (or miles) and outside temperature.

INFORMATION ABOUT CAR CONDITIONS (at event)

❒

Scheduled servicing;

❒

Trip computer;

❒

Instrument panel light dimmer;

❒

Engine oil level;

IMPORTANT When opening one of the front doors, the display will show for a few seconds the time, the km covered and the external temperature.

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CONTROL BUTTONS

Short push on button: to confirm the required option and/or to go to next screen;

Long push on button: to confirm the required option and/or to go to previous screen;

+/– to scroll up/down the “Setup Menu” options or to increase/decrease the value displayed on the screen.

When the standard screen is displayed buttons +/– activate instrument panel light dimming.

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“SETUP MENU”

There is also a “Setup Menu” enabling to perform the adjustments and/or settings described on the following pages by pressing button MENU and +/– (see fig. 25).The Setup can be activated by pressing briefly button MENU.

The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a “circular fashion”

fig. 26.

Selecting an option of the main menu without submenu:

❒

briefly press button MENU to select the main menu option to set;

❒

operate buttons + or – (by single press) to select the new setting;

❒

briefly press button MENU to store new setting and go back to the previously selected option of the main menu.

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Selecting an option of the main menu with submenu:

❒

briefly press button MENU to display the first submenu option;

❒

operate buttons + or – (by single press) to scroll all submenu options;

❒

briefly press button MENU to select the displayed submenu option and to enter the corresponding setup menu;

❒

operate buttons + or – (by single press) to select the new setting of this submenu option;

❒

briefly press button MENU to store the new setting and go back to the previously selected submenu option.

Selecting “Date” and “Clock”:

❒

briefly press button MENU to select the first value to change (e.g. hours/ minutes or year/month/day);

❒

operate buttons + or – (by single press) to select the new setting;

❒

briefly press button MENU to store the new setting and to go to the next setup menu option, if this is the last one you will go back to the previously selected option of the main menu.

ENGINE OIL LEVEL INDICATION

Fitting the electronic key into the ignition device, the display will show for a few seconds the engine oil level. At this stage, to clear this indication and to go to next screen, press button MENU.

Low oil level will be indicated by a dedicated warning message on the display.

IMPORTANT Check the proper engine oil level on the dipstick (see paragraph “Checking levels” in section “Car maintenance”).

IMPORTANT Proper engine oil level shall be checked with the car on level ground.

IMPORTANT To read the correct oil level after fitting the electronic key, wait for about 2 seconds before starting the engine.

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IMPORTANT Engine oil level could increase after a long stop.

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Briefly press button MENU to access navigation from the standard screen. To surf the menu press buttons + or –. For safety reasons, 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. With the Radionavigation system it is only possible to adjust/set the following functions: “Speed Limit”, “Light sensor sensitivity ” (where provided) and “S.B.R. buzzer reactivation” (where provided). The other functions are shown on the Radionavigation system display, that shall be use to adjust/set them as required.

RESET TRIP B

CLOCK

MODE 12/24

DATE

SERVICE

KEYS VOL.

QUIT SETUP

SPEED LIMIT

LIGHT SENS.

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BEEP VOL.

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Speed limit

With this function it is possible to set the car speed limit (km/h or mph) which, if exceeded, automatically sounds a buzzer and displays a special message (see section “Warning lights and messages”) to alert the driver.

To set the speed limit, proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU: the display will show OFF;

❒

press button +: the display will show ON;

❒

briefly press button MENU then, use buttons +/– to set the required speed (during setting the value will flash).

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

To abort the setting:

❒

briefly press button MENU: the display will show ON;

❒

press button –: the display will show OFF;

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

Automatic headlight daylight sensor (where provided) (Light Sens.)

With this function it is possible to adjust the light sensor sensitivity according to 3 levels.

To adjust the volume proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU : the previously set level will flash on the display;

❒

press button + or – to select the required volume;

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

Reset Trip B

This function enables to select Trip B reset mode (Automatic or Manual).

For further information see paragraph “Trip computer”.

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Setting the clock (Clock)

This function enables to set the clock. Proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU: “hours” will show on the display;

❒

press button + or – to select the required volume;

❒

briefly press button MENU: “minutes” will flash on the display;

❒

press button + or – to adjust;

IMPORTANT Every press (pulse) on

the button +/–increases/decreases by one unit. Keeping button +/– pressed obtains fast increase/decrease. When you are near the required setting complete adjustment with single presses.

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

Clock mode (Mode 12/24)

This function is used to set the clock in the 12h or 24h mode.

To adjust proceed as follows:

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briefly press button MENU: 12h or 24h (according to previous setting) will show on the display;

❒

press button + or – to select the required language;

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

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Setting the date (Date)

This function enables to update the date (year - month - day).

Proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU: “year” will flash on the display;

❒

press button + or – to select the required volume;

❒

briefly press button MENU: “month” will flash on the display;

❒

press button + or – to select the required volume;

❒

briefly press button MENU: “day” will flash on the display;

❒

press button + or – to adjust;

IMPORTANT Every press (pulse) on

the button +/–increases/decreases by one unit. Keeping button +/– pressed obtains fast increase/decrease. When you are near the required setting complete adjustment with single presses.

Audio Info Repetition (Audio Rpt.) (where provided)

This function enables to display sound system information.

❒

Radio: selected radio station frequency or RDS message, automatic tuning activation or AutoSTore;

❒

Audio CD, MP3 CD: selected track number;

❒

CD Changer: CD number and track number;

To activate/deactivate (ON/OFF) info displaying proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU: the display will show ON or OFF (according to previous setting);

❒

press button + or – to select the required source;

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

According to the audio source selected, below the time will be displayed the symbol of the current source.

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❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

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Independent boot unlocking (Indep. Boot)

With this function it is possible to unlock the boot independently from doors.

When the function is enabled, the trunk

opens by pressing

on the electronic key, or by acting on the lever located under the left back seat (refer to “Boot” paragraph in this chapter).

To activate independent boot function (ON) or deactivate it (OFF), proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU : ON or OFF (according to previous setting)

will flash on the display;

❒

press button + or – to select the required language;

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

Driver’s door unlocking (Unlock Fda)

With this function it is possible to unlock only the driver’s door by pressing the electronic key button

With this function active (ON), it is however possible to unlock the other doors by pressing the door unlock button on central console.

To activate/deactivate (ON/OFF) this function proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU: ON or OFF (according to previous setting)

will flash on the display;

❒

press button + or – to select the required language;

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

Automatic central door locking (Door lock)

When activated (ON), this function locks automatically the doors when the car speed exceeds 20 km/h.

To activate/deactivate (ON/OFF) this function proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU: ON or OFF (according to previous setting)

will flash on the display;

❒

press button + or – to select the required language;

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

Function activation is indicated by the circular led around the button

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Units

Consumption

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With this function it is possible to set the units for distance covered (km or mi), fuel consumption (l/100 km, km/l or mpg) and temperature (°C or °F).

Distance

To set the required unit proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU: “km” or “mi” (according to previous setting) will show on the display;

❒

press button + or – to select the required language;

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

If the distance unit set is km (see previous paragraph) the display will enable to set the fuel consumption unit (l/100 km, km/l or mpg).

If the distance unit set is “mi” (see previous paragraph) fuel consumption will be displayed “mpg”.

In this case the option “Cons.Unit” of the “Setup Menu” can be selected but it is locked on “mpg”.

To set the required unit proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU: “km/l” or “l/100 km” (according to previous setting) will show on the display;

❒

press button + or – to select the required language;

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

This function enables to set the temperature unit (°C or °F).

To set the required unit proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU: °C or °F (according to previous setting) will show on the display;

❒

press button + or – to select the required language;

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

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Selecting the language (Language)

Display messages can be shown in the following languages: Italian, English, German, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Dutch and Brazilian.

To set the required language proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU , the previously set “language” will show on the display;

❒

press button + or – to select the required language;

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

Adjusting the failure/warning buzzer volume (Beep Vol.)

With this function the volume of the buzzer accompanying any failure/warning indication can be adjusted according to 8 levels.

To adjust the volume proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU, the previously set “level” will show on the display;

❒

press button + or – to select the required volume;

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

Adjusting the button volume (Keys Vol.)

With this function the volume of the roger-beep accompanying the activation of certain buttons can be adjusted according to 8 levels.

To adjust the volume proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU, the previously set “level” will show on the display;

❒

press button + or – to select the required volume;

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

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Scheduled Servicing (Service)

Through this function it is possible to display information connected to proper car servicing.

Proceed as follows:

❒

briefly press button MENU : service in km or mi, according to previous setting, will be displayed (see paragraph “Units”);

❒

briefly press button MENU to go back to the menu screen or press the button for long to go back to the standard screen.

IMPORTANT The Service schedule includes car maintenance every 35,000 km (or 21,000 mi); this is shown automatically, with the electronic key into the ignition device starting from 2,000 km (or 1,240 mi) from this deadline and it will be displayed in km or miles according to the unit set. When a scheduled service interval (“coupon”) is near to come, fitting the electronic key into the ignition device will display a message followed by the number of km/mi to go before car servicing. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to carry out any service operation provided by the Service schedule or by the Annual inspection plan, and to reset the display.

Reactivating the S.B.R. (Seat Belt Reminder) buzzer (Beep Seatb.) (where provided)

This function is displayed only after the system has been deactivated by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.

Exit Menu (Quit setup)

Selecting this option will bring back to standard screen.

ILLUMINATION OF REV COUNTER/INSTRUMENTS (NIGHT PANEL)

This function enables to turn on/off (ON/OFF) the lights of the rev counter andinstruments. This function can be activated (only with electronic key fitted into ignition device, external lights on, and speedometer built-in sensor in poor outside light setting), by pressing for long button –. When this function is on, the display will show a warning message. Once on, the NIGHT PANELfunction can be deactivated as follows:

❒

by long press on button + (also with external lights off);

❒

removing the electronic key from the ignition device.

When function is off the display will show a warning message.

Messages stay on the display for a few seconds, then they will go off. To stop displaying before time, briefly press button MENU.

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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 “Trip A” concerning the “complete mission” of the car (journey) and “Trip B” concerning the partial mission of the car; this latter function (as shown in fig. 27) is “contained” within the complete mission.

Both functions are resettable (reset - start of new mission).

Reset Trip A

End of complete mission

Start of new mission

Reset TRIP B

End of partial mission

Start of new partial mission

fig. 27

TRIP B

Reset TRIP B

End of partial mission

Start of new

partial mission

Trip A

TRIP B

Reset TRIP B

End of partial mission

Start of new

partial mission

TRIP B

Reset Trip A

End of complete mission

Start of new mission

Reset TRIP B

End of partial mission

Start of new

partial mission

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The “Trip A” displays the figures relating to:

❒

Average consumption

❒

Current consumption

❒

Average speed

❒

Travel time

❒

Range

❒

Travel Distance

“Trip B” displays information concerning:

❒

Travel Distance B

❒

Average consumption B

❒

Average speed B

❒

Travel time B.

Values displayed

Average consumption

Represents the indicative average of consumptions from the beginning of the new mission.

Current consumption

This value shows instant fuel consumption (this value is updated second by second). If parking the car with engine on, the display will show “- - - -”.

Average speed

This value shows the car average speed as a function of the overall time elapsed since the start of the new mission.

Travel time

This value shows the time elapsed since the start of the new mission (driving time).

Range

This value shows the distance in km (or mi) that the car can still cover before needing fuel, assuming that driving conditions are kept unvaried.

The display will show “- - - -“ in the following cases:

❒

value lower than 50 km (30mi);

❒

car left parked with engine running for long.

IMPORTANT The variation of the autonomy value can be influenced by different factors: driving style (see what is described in paragraph “Driving style” in the chapter “Correct use of the car”), type of route (highways, urban, mountain, etc…), use conditions of the car (load transported, tire pressure, etc…). What was described previously must be taken in consideration when planning a trip.

Travel Distance

This value shows the distance covered from the start of the new mission.

Each time the battery is connected and each time a new mission is started (reset), the display will show “0.0”.

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New mission (reset)

Reset can be:

❒

“manual” reset is performed by the driver by pressing button TRIP;

❒

“automatic” reset is performed when the trip distance reaches 9999.9 km (or mi), when travel time reaches

99.59 (99 hours and 59 minutes) or after disconnecting and then reconnecting the battery.

TRIP BUTTON

Button TRIP fig. 28, set on the right steering column stalk shall be used (with electronic key into ignition device) to enter the “Trip A” and “Trip B” function. To scroll the values of each option use buttons set aside the stalk.

fig. 28

Button TRIPshall also be used to reset the “Trip A” and “Trip B” functions to start a new mission:

❒

short push: to display the different values;

❒

long push: to reset and then start a new mission.

To scroll the Trip Computer options,

and

briefly press buttons

IMPORTANT “Trip A” reset will also reset the “Trip B” function, whereas “Trip B” reset will only reset the information associated with this function.

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Every Trip computer screen displays two options of the active Trip (Trip A or Trip B); one option is displayed at the top of the screen, the other one at the bottom (see fig. 29).

In the same screen it is not possible to have displayed at the same time the same option at the top and at the bottom of the screen.

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Briefly press button TRIP to select the two Trip computer modes; use button

to scroll the options at the top of the

display, use button

. to scroll the op-

tions at the bottom of the display. Press briefly button TRIP to go from

Trip A to Trip B.

Start of journey procedure (reset)

Trip A and Trip B reset are independent.

Reset Trip A

With electronic key into ignition device, to reset the “Trip A” press and keep pressed button TRIP for over 2 seconds.

IMPORTANT Reset can be automatic only in the following cases:

❒

when the “Travel Distance” reaches

9999.9 km or the “Travel Time” reaches 99.59 (99 hours and 59 minutes);

❒

after disconnecting/reconnecting the battery.

At Trip A reset a warning message will be displayed.

IMPORTANT Trip A reset will not reset “Range” and “Current Consumption”.

Reset Trip B

As concerns the Trip B values, it is possible to select through the “Setup Menu” the reset mode (Manual or Automatic) (see paragraph “Setup Menu” on previous pages):

❒

manual reset: press and keep pressed button TRIP for over 2 seconds.

❒

automatic reset: it takes place each time the electronic key is fitted into the ignition device.

At Trip B reset a warning message will be displayed.

IMPORTANT Trip B reset will not reset “Range” and “Current Consumption”.

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SEATS

MANUALLY ADJUSTABLE FRONT SEATS fig. 31

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On versions fitted with T.P.M.S. system (Tyre pressure Monitoring System) (see paragraph “T.P.M.S. system” in this section), after Trip A and Trip B info, the screen with tyre pressure condition is displayed (see fig. 30).

NOTE When starting the engine and for a short time, if you have recalled the plan view by pressing the TRIP button, dashes will be displayed instead of "OK/NO". This is normal since the system is checking tyre inflation pressure values.

WARNING

Only make adjustments when the car is sta-

tionary.

Upholstery of your car has been designed to

withstand wear deriving from common use of the car. You are however recommended to avoid strong and/or continuous scratching with clothing accessories such as metallic buckles, studs, Velcro fastenings and the like, since these items cause circumscribed stress of the cover fabric that could lead to yarn breaking, and damage the cover as a consequence.

fig. 31

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Moving the seat backwards or forwards

Lift the lever A (on the inner side of the seat) and push the seat forwards or backwards: in the driving position the arms should rest on the rim of the steering wheel.

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fig. 32

Back rest angle adjustment (where provided)

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Move repeatedly lever B upwards or downwards to achieve the required height.

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IMPORTANT Adjustment must be carried out only seated at the driver’s seat.

Back rest angle adjustment

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Turn the knob C until obtaining the required position.

Lumbar adjustment

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(where provided)

Turn the knob D until obtaining the required position.

INDEX

Use lever E. Pulling the lever upwards the seat will bend back by one position. Pushing the lever downwards the seat will bend forward.

Seat warming (where provided)

With electronic key fitted into ignition device, turn ring nut A-fig. 32 to turn this function on/off.

Seat warming can be adjusted to 3 different levels (0 = seat warming off).

fig. 33

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ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE FRONT SEATS fig. 33

WARNING

Only make adjustments when the car is station-

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Seat controls are the following:

Multifunction control A: – front seat height adjustment; – rear seat height adjustment; – vertical seat movement; – longitudinal seat movement;

B: Back rest angle adjustment; C: Driver’s seat positions store buttons; D: Lombar adjustment.

IMPORTANT Seat can only be ad-

justed when the electronic key is fitted into the ignition device and for about 1 minute from removing it or after pressing button START/STOP. After open- ing the door the seat can be adjusted for about 3 minutes or until closing the door.

Storing driver’s seat/door mirror positions

Buttons Callows to store and recall three different driver’s seat and door mirror positions. Storing and recalling are only possible with electronic key fitted into ignition device.

Stored position can only be recalled for about 3 minutes after opening the doors and for about 1 minute after removing the electronic key from the ignition device.

To store the required seat position, adjust it as required then press the button corresponding to position to store for a few seconds.

To recall the stored position, press briefly the corresponding button.

Storing a new position will automatically clear the one stored previously using the same button.

fig. 33/a

FRONT SEATS SPORTS (where provided) fig. 33/a

Certain versions are fitted with manually or electrically adjustable front seats with sports configuration.

To adjust these seats see the indications contained in previous paragraphs.

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HEAD RESTRAINTS

FRONT HEAD RESTRAINTS

Head restraints are adjustable in height and they lock automatically in the required position.

To adjust height proceed as follows:

❒

to raise: raise the head restraint until hearing the locking click.

❒

to lower: press button A and lower the head restraint.

If required, head restraints can be removed as follows:

❒

raise head restraints to max. height;

❒

press buttons A and B-fig. 34 (set aside the two head restraint supports) then remove the head restraints by pulling them upwards.

fig. 34

WARNING

Remember that the

head restraints should be adjusted to support the back of your head and not your neck. Only in this position do they exert their protective action. To optimise head restraint protective action, adjust the seat back upright and keep your head as close as possible to the head restraint.

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REAR HEAD RESTRAINTS

Rear seats are fitted with two head restraints.

Certain versions are fitted with height-adjustable head restraint also for the central seat (see previous paragraph for height adjustment).

If required, head restraints can be removed as follows:

❒

raise head restraints to max. height;

❒

press buttons A and B-fig. 35 (set aside the two head restraint supports) then remove the head restraints by pulling them upwards.

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STEERING WHEEL

The steering wheel can be adjusted both axially and in height.

Release the lever A-fig. 36 pushing it downwards, then adjust the steering wheel as required. To lock the steering wheel, push lever A upwards.

fig. 36

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steering wheel position must be carried out only with the car stationary and the engine turned off.

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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.

Using lever A-fig. 37 the mirror can be adjusted to two different positions: normal or antiglare.

Certain versions are fitted with electrochromic mirror fig. 38. The electrochromic function is turned on/off by pressing button ON/OFF in the lower section of the mirror. When engaging reverse, the mirror will always set to daylight colouring.

fig. 37

fig. 38

DOOR MIRRORS

Door mirror can only be adjusted and folded when the electronic key is fitted into the ignition device.

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Adjusting the mirror

Use device A-fig. 39 to select the required mirror:

❒

turn selector A to 1 to select the left door mirror;

❒

turn selector A to 2to select the right door mirror.

To adjust the mirror selected press button B in the four directions shown by the arrows.

IMPORTANT After adjusting the mirror, turn selector A to 0 to prevent accidental movements.

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fig. 40

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Electrically folding of the mirror (only versions with 4 power windows) (optional for versions/ markets where applicable)

When required (for example when the mirror causes difficulty in narrow spaces) it is possible to fold the mirrors by pressing button C-fig. 39.

Storing the “parking” position of the door mirror on the passenger side

On versions equipped with electric seats, when engaging reverse for parking to improve visibility the driver can adjust (and store) the passenger's door mirror to a position different than that used commonly.

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Manually folding of the mirror

When required (for example when the mirror causes difficulty in narrow spaces) it is possible to fold the mirror moving it from position A-fig. 40 to position B.

To bring the mirrors back to driving position press again button C-fig. 39.

As the driver’s door mirror is curved, it may slightly alter the per-

ception of distance.

WARNING

When driving the mirrors shall always be in

open position.

To store mirror position proceed as follows:

❒

To perform storing, proceed as follows: engage reverse with car stopped and electronic key fitted into the ignition device;

❒

move device A-fig. 39 to position 2 (passenger door mirror selection);

❒

adjust the passenger door mirror to obtain the best position for parking manoeuvres;

❒

keep one of the buttons C-fig. 33 pressed for at least 3 seconds (see paragraph “Seats” in this section).

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Together with the passenger door mirror “parking” position, also the driver seat position and the driver door mirror will be stored. The sound of a buzzer will confirm that the mirror position has been stored.

Recalling the passenger door mirror “parking” position

Proceed as follows: fit the electronic key into the ignition device, engage reverse, move device A-fig. 39 to position 2 (passenger door mirror selection).

The mirror will set automatically to the previously stored position.

If no parking position has been stored, when engaging reverse the passenger door mirror will slightly lower to favour the parking manoeuvre.

Automatic door mirror realignment

Each time the electronic key is fitted into the ignition device the door mirrors return automatically to the last position reached and/or recalled before removing the electronic key from the ignition device.

This enables mirror alignment if, when the car is parked, one of the door mirrors has been moved manually and/or accidentally.

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The passenger door mirror will return automatically to its original position about 10 seconds after disengaging reverse, immediately after exceeding 10 km/h with forward gear or when moving device A-fig. 39 to 0.

Defrosting/demisting

The electric mirrors are fitted with heating coils which come into operation when turning on the heated rear window (pressing button

(

IMPORTANT This function is timed and is deactivated after a few minutes.

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CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

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1 Upper vent - 2 Adjustable and swivel central vents - 3 Adjustable and swivel side vents - 4 Lower vents for rear seats - 5 Adjustable and swivel air vents for rear seats (where provided) - 6 Lower vents for front seats - 7 Windscreen and front

windows demisting/defrosting vents.

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CENTRAL AND SIDE VENTS fig. 42-43

These vents are aligned on the dashboard. Each vent A features a wheel B to adjust air flow and a device C to direct air flow horizontally or vertically.

O = Completely closed I = Completely open

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UPPER VENT fig. 44

The vent has an opening/closing control.

O = Completely closed I = Completely open

WINDSCREEN AND FRONT SIDE WINDOW DEMISTING/ DEFROSTING VENTS

These vents are located at the ends (Afig. 45) and on the front part B of the

dashboard.

fig. 45

fig. 46

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REAR VENTS (where provided) fig. 46

Each vent A features a wheel B to adjust air flow and a device C to direct it.

O = Completely closed I = Completely open

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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (where provided)

CONTROLS fig. 47

A - Air temperature knob (mixing warm and cold air);

B - Air distribution knob;

C - Fan speed knob;

D - Heated rear window and door mir-

rors defrosting on/off button;

E - Windscreen, front side windows and door mirrors max. demisting/defrosting on/off button;

F - Air recirculation on/off button;

G - Compressor on/off button.

fig. 47

AIR DISTRIBUTION SELECTION

: air flow to driver’s/passenger’s

body;

: air flow to driver’s/passenger’s body and lower part of the passenger compartment;

: air flow towards the front and rear

lower part of the passenger compartment;

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: air flow towards the lower part of the passenger compartment and windscreen;

: air flow towards the windscreen

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WARMING THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

Proceed as follows:

❒

turn knob A to the required temperature;

❒

turn knob C to the required speed;

❒

turn knob B to the required distribution:

: to warm the feet of front and rear

passengers;

: to warm the feet and keep the face

cool (bilevel function);

: to warm the feet and at the same

time demist the windscreen;

❒

turn air recirculation off (if on).

QUICK WINDSCREEN AND FRONT SIDE WINDOW DEMISTING/DEFROSTING (MAX-DEF function)

Press button

√

and

tion off, press again button

: the button leds

(

will turn on. To turn this func-

the but-

ton led will turn off. After defrosting, turn the function off to keep top comfort conditions.

Window demisting

Climate control system

√

is very useful to speed up window demisting and it is therefore to be turned on in the event of considerable moisture. In any case it is recommended to perform the following preventive demisting procedure:

❒

turn air recirculation off (if on);

❒

turn knob C to second speed;

❒

turn knob B toQ.

HEATED REAR WINDOW AND DOOR MIRROR DEMISTING/DEFROSTING

Press button

(

to activate the demisting/defrosting function: when this function is on, the circular led around the button will turn on.

On certain versions, turning this function on will also activate windscreen defrosting in the windscreen wiper area.

This function is timed and switches off automatically after few minutes, or by pressing again the button or by turning the engine off. It will not be switched on automatically when restarting the engine.

IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of the heated rear window over the heating filaments to avoid damage that might cause it to stop working properly.

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RECIRCULATION

To turn this function on press button

: the button led will turn on.

This function is particularly useful when the outside air is heavily polluted (in a traffic jam, tunnel, etc.) However, it is better not to use it for long periods, especially if there are several people in the car to prevent window misting up.

Do not use the air recirculation function on rainy/cold days as it would considerably increase the possibility of the windows misting inside.

IMPORTANT The inside air recirculation system makes it possible to reach the required (“heating” or “cooling”) conditions faster.

CLIMATE CONTROL (fast cooling)

IMPORTANT The compressor be enabled only if the ventilation is enabled.

Proceed as follows:

❒

turn knob A completely leftwards;

❒

turn knob C to top speed;

❒

turn knob B toO;

❒

press buttons

√

and

leds on).

How to keep the required cooling

Proceed as follows:

❒

turn air recirculation off (if on).

❒

turn knob A to the required temperature;

❒

turn the knurled ring C to the required fan speed.

√

(buttons

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During the winter, the climate control

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system

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must be turned on at least

once a month for about ten minutes. Before summer, have the system

checked at Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.

After connecting/disconnecting the battery,

wait for 3 minutes at least before fitting the electronic key into the ignition device in order to allow the climate control system control unit to reset the positions of the electric actuators that adjust air temperature and distribution.

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AUTOMATIC TWO-/ THREE-ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM (where provided)

DESCRIPTION

The car is fitted with a two-/three-zone climate control system which makes it possible to separately adjust the air temperature in the two/three passenger’s compartment areas to reach the required comfort.

For top quality temperature control in the two/three areas of the passenger's compartment, the system is fitted with external temperature sensor, passenger's compartment temperature sensor and two-side sun radiation sensor.

The climate control system automatically controls and adjusts the following parameters and functions:

❒

air temperature at driver/passengers vents;

❒

fan speed;

❒

air distribution at driver/passenger vents;

❒

compressor activation;

❒

air recirculation.

The following parameters and functions can be set or changed manually:

❒

required temperature;

❒

fan speed;

❒

air distribution on seven levels ;

❒

compressor on/off;

❒

window demisting/defrosting;

❒

air recirculation.

The system is fitted with AQS (Air Quality System) sensor (where provided), that turns on air recirculation automatically when it detects the presence of outside polluted air (for example in queues and tunnels).

Where provided, the system is integrated with an anti-misting sensor A-fig. 48 set behind the driving mirror, capable of “monitoring” a preset internal area of the windscreen and of intervening automatically to prevent or to reduce window misting up through a proper strategy.

fig. 48

This sensor can be deactivated through any manual system control when the strategy is operating. The sensor is enabled at each start-up and in any case when the user presses one of the AUTO buttons.

To guarantee perfect and regular sensor op-

eration do not apply stickers in the “monitoring” area between sensor and windscreen. Keep windscreen and sensor clean and avoid to accumulate dust or other substances.

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TWO-ZONE controls fig. 49 A - air distribution buttons (on driver and

passenger side); B - temperature adjustment knob on dri-

ver side;

C - automatic operation button (AUTO); D - climate control data display; E - temperature adjustment knob on

passenger side; F - heated rear window/door mirrors

on/off button; G - MAX-DEF function button (fast de-

frosting/demisting function for windscreen, heated rear window and door mirrors with heating function);

H - buttons for adjusting the fan speed;

fig. 49 - TWO-ZONE configuration

I - OFF button to disable climate control; L - air recirculation on/off button; M - climate control compressor on/off button; N - passenger’s compartment temperature sensor

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THREE-ZONE controls fig. 50

Front controls

A - air distribution buttons (driver and pas-

senger side); B - temperature adjustment knob on driver

side;

C - automatic operation button (AUTO); D - climate control data display; E - temperature adjustment knob on passen-

ger side; F - heated rear window/door mirrors on/off

button; G - MAX-DEF function button (fast defrost-

ing/demisting function for windscreen, heated rear window and door mirrors with heating function);

H - buttons for adjusting the fan speed; I - OFF button to disable climate control; L - air recirculation on/off button; M - climate control compressor on/off button; N - passenger’s compartment temperature

sensor

Rear controls

P - knob for adjusting temperature on rear

passenger side; Q - button for turning on automatic operation

(AUTO) and for turning off air flow to rear seats (OFF);

R - air distribution buttons; S - rear temperature display.

fig. 50 - THREE-ZONE configuration - Front and rear controls

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SWITCHING THE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ON

The system can be turned on by pressing any button (excluding

(,v

OFF); it is however advisable to set the required temperatures on the display and then to press the AUTO button.

The climate control system allows to personalise required temperatures (driver and passengers).

AIR TEMPERATURE ADJUSTMENT KNOBS

Turning the knob knurled rings (B/

and

E/P), clockwise or counter-clockwise, respectively raises or lowers the temperature of the air required respectively in the left front zone (knob B) or right front zone (knob E) or rear zone (knob P) of the passenger compartment. The temperatures set are shown on the display D/S.

Turning the knob knurled rings fully clockwise or counter-clockwise until they reach the extreme selections HI orLO, the maximum heating or cooling functions are respectively engaged.

HI function (HIGH) (maximum heating power)

It is switched on by setting a temperature of more than 32°C on the display, and can be switched on independently from the driver’s or passengers’ side, or both of them; this setting brings the system to the “one-zone” mode and it is shown by both displays.

This functions can be switched on when you wish to heat the passenger compartment as quickly as possible, by taking the greatest advantage from the system potential.

The function uses the maximum temperature of the heating fluid, whereas air distribution and fan speed are controlled automatically by the system.

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This function should not be activated when the engine is cold, to prevent air not warm enough from entering the passenger compartment.

With the function switched on, however, all the manual settings can be made. To switch the function off, you only need to turn the ring of knob (B or E/P) of the temperature set to a value lower than 32°C; the opposite display and the rear display (where provided) will show 32°C.

Pressing button AUTO, the display will show a temperature of 32°C and returns to an operating condition with automatic temperature adjustment.

LO (LOW) function (highest cooling power)

It is switched on by setting a temperature lower than 16°C on the display; this setting is shown on the display. This function can be switched on when you wish to cool the passenger compartment as quickly as possible, by taking the greatest advantage from the system potential.

The function cuts off air heating, switches on both internal air recirculation (to prevent hot air from entering the compartment) and the climate control compressor, brings air distribution to

¯/˙

and the fan speed is controlled automatically by the system.

With the function switched on, however, all the manual settings can be made. To switch the function off, you only need to turn the ring of knob B/E/P of the temperature set to a value higher than 16°C; the opposite display and the rear display (where provided) will show 16°C.

Pressing button AUTO, the display will show a temperature of 16°C and returns to an operating condition with automatic temperature adjustment.

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AUTOMATIC OPERATION (AUTO BUTTON)

Pressing button AUTO (front and rear controls) the displays will show AUTO and the system will automatically adjust:

❒

fan speed;

❒

air distribution in passenger compartment;

❒

air recirculation;

❒

compressor;

and it will cancel all the previous manual adjustments.

Wording AUTO will disappear from the display of the involved area (driver or front passenger side or rear passenger side) when performing whatever operation (excluding temperature change).

AUTO will also go off if the system (specially when compressor is turned off manually) cannot reach or cannot keep the required temperature.

WARNING

It is inadvisable to use

air recirculation on rainy/cold days as it would considerably increase the possibility of windows misting up inside.

FAN SPEED ADJUSTMENT

Press buttons +/– to increase or to decrease the fan speed.

The fan speed is shown by the lit bars on the display:

❒

min fan speed = one bar lit;

❒

max fan speed = 6 bars lit;

At starting, if climate control system is operating in automatic mode, the fan speed is kept at minimum until the engine has started.

With compressor on and engine running, the fan speed cannot fall below the min. speed.

The fan can be cut off (all bars off) only if the climate control compressor has been switched off by pressing button

√

To restore automatic fan speed control after a manual adjustment, press buttons AUTO.

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QUICK FRONT WINDOW DEMISTING/DEFROSTING (MAX-DEF function)

Pressing button

the climate control automatically activates timed operation of all the functions required to quicken demisting/defrosting of the windscreen and front side windows and, on certain versions, electric windscreen demisting in the windscreen wiper area.

The MAX-DEF can be turned on also with engine off. When this function is on the circular led around the button will turn on.

The MAX-DEF function activates the following operations:

❒

rear panel turning off;

❒

air flow increase;

❒

air distribution at DEF;

❒

outside air intake;

❒

compressor activation;

❒

AQS function deactivation (where provided)

❒

rear window heating activation.

When the MAX-DEF function is on, the only manual operations possible are manual adjustment of the fan speed and switching heated rear window off.

IMPORTANT If the engine is not warm enough, the function will not engage the predefined fan speed immediately, to limit the flow to the passenger compartment of air that is not warm enough to demist the windows.

Pressing again one of the following buttons:

,√, AUTO, or

the system switches off the MAX-DEF function, resuming the system operating conditions prior to turning it on, in addition to activating the last function required, if any.

IMPORTANT Don’t turn the MAX-DEF function on with engine off to prevent draining the battery.

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HEATED REAR WINDOW AND DOOR MIRROR DEMISTING/DEFROSTING

Press button

(

to activate the demisting/defrosting function: when this function is on, the circular led around the button will turn on.

On certain versions, turning this function on will also activate windscreen defrosting in the windscreen wiper area.

IMPORTANT Do not apply stickers on the inside of the rear window over the heating filaments to avoid damage that might cause it to stop working properly.

CLIMATE CONTROL COMPRESSOR ON/OFF

Press button

√

to turn the compressor on: when climate control compressor is on the circular led around the button will turn on. Compressor will stay on also after turning the engine off.

To turn the compressor off press again button

√

With compressor off, the system will check whether outside temperature is higher or lower/same as the set one:

❒

if outside temperature is lower than the set one, the system will operate regularly also with compressor off;

❒

if outside temperature is higher than the set one, the system will not be able to keep the required condition, the set temperature values will then start to flash on the display.

Temperature detection (compressor off and outside temperature higher than set temperature) is activated each time the electronic key is fitted into the ignition device.

WARNING

Operation of the cli-

mate control compressor is necessary for cooling and dehumidifying the air; it is advisable to keep this function always on, to prevent window misting problems.

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AIR DISTRIBUTION SELECTION

Front seat Two-zone/ Three-zone configuration

Pressing buttons (front controls)

A/S/D

you can manually choose one of the 7 possible modes for air distribution inside the compartment:

Flow of air to the dashboard centre and side outlets (passenger’s body).

Splitting of the air flow between

the vents to the lower part of the passenger compartment (warmest air) and the dashboard centre and side outlets and the rear outlet (coolest air).

Air flow towards the front and rear lower part of the passenger compartment. This type of distribution allows heating of the passenger compartment in the shortest time by proper setting of the temperature.

Splitting of the air flow between

windscreen and front side window demisting/defrosting vents and the lower part of the passenger compartment. This type of air distribution allows satisfactory heating of the passenger compartment while preventing possible misting of the windows.

Air flow to the windscreen and front side window vents to demist or defrost them.

ADSplitting of the air flow between

the central/side dashboard vents, rear vents and windscreen and side window defrosting / demisting vents. This type of air distribution allows satisfactory ventilation of the passenger compartment while preventing possible misting of the windows.

ADSplitting of the air flow between

all vents.

Rear seat Three-zone configuration controls

Pressing buttons

A/S

(rear controls) you can manually choose one of the 3 possible modes for air distribution to the rear side of passenger's compartment

Air flow to the vents on the central console (passengers’ body).

Air flow towards the rear lower part of the passenger compartment. This type of distribution allows heating of the passenger compartment in the shortest time by proper setting of the temperature.

Splitting of the air flow between

the vents to the lower part of the passenger compartment (warmest air) and the rear vents (coolest air).

To restore automatic air distribution control after a manual selection, press buttons AUTO (front controls) or AUTO (rear controls).

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AIR RECIRCULATION AND AQS FUNCTION (AIR QUALITY SYSTEM) ON/OFF (where provided)

Inside air recirculation is controlled according to the following operating logics:

❒

automatic control, indicated by button led “A”;

❒

forced switching on (inside air recirculation always on), indicated by the turning on of the circular led around the button;

❒

forced switching off (air recirculation always off with air inlet from the outside), indicated by the turning off of the circular led around the button.

With A.Q.S. (air quality sensor - where provided), the operating logics becomes

sequential by pressing button

IMPORTANT The inside air recirculation system makes it possible to reach the required heating or cooling conditions faster. It is however inadvisable to use it on rainy/cold days as it would considerably increase the possibility of the windows misting inside, especially if the climate control compressor is off. It is advisable to turn on the inside air recirculation system in queues or tunnels to avoid admitting polluted air from outside. The prolonged use of this function should however be avoided, especially with several persons on board, to avoid the possibility of the windows misting inside and to guarantee the required fresh air inlet.

In certain weather conditions (e.g. outside

temperature around 0°C) and with automatic air recirculation control on, mist may form on the windows. In this case press button

switch off recirculation and if necessary press button + to increase the flow of air to the windscreen.

With the outside tem-

perature below -1°C the

climate control compressor is unable to work. It is therefore inadvisable to use the inside air recirculation function with low outside temperature as windows may mist over quickly.

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AQS function (Air Quality System) (where provided)

The AQS function turns on automatically air recirculation when it detects the presence of polluted air (e.g. in queues and tunnels).

IMPORTANT With AQS function on, after a preset time with recirculation on, the compressor will enable outside air inlet (for about 1 minute) to change air inside the passenger compartment, regardless of outside air pollution level.

IMPORTANT The AQS function is disabled when the outside temperature is cold to prevent window misting up. To reactivate this function, press button v. Led “A” on button v will turn on to indicate that the function is on.

POLLEN FILTER/ ACTIVATED CARBON POLLEN FILTER

According to versions, the car can be fitted with pollen filter or activated carbon pollen filter (where provided). The filter has the specific capability of admitting to the passenger compartment purified air, free from particles such as dust, pollen, etc. The filtering action takes place under all air inlet conditions and it is clearly most effective with the windows shut.

Have the conditions of the filter checked by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services at least once a year, preferably at the onset of summer.

If the car is used mainly in polluted or dusty areas it should be checked and if necessary replaced at shorter intervals than specified in the Service Schedule (see section “Car Maintenance”).

Failure to replace the filter may considerably re-

duce the effectiveness of the climate control system up to blocking the air flow from the outlets and vents.

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SWITCHING THE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM OFF

Press OFF button. The circular led around the button turns on, signalling the OFF state.

With climate control system off:

❒

the system stores performed operations;

❒

the display is off;

❒

air recirculation is active (button led on);

❒

compressor is active;

❒

ventilation is off.

To turn the climate control system on again press button AUTO or any other

(

and

button (excluding

Pressing button OFF on the rear control will display the wording OFF on the rear display and will stop air flow to rear seats.

After connecting/disconnecting the battery,

ADDITIONAL HEATER (diesel versions only) (where provided)

The car is fitted with an additional heater that supports the engine during cold or winter weather to quickly reach a comfortable temperature in the passenger compartment.

The additional heater works with the engine running when the outside temperature is below 20°C and the engine has not yet reached normal operating temperature.

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Turning the climate control system on again, air recirculation will be again controlled automatically.

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EXTERNAL LIGHTS

LEFT-HAND STALK

The left-hand stalk control almost all external lights.

The external lights can only be switched on with electronic key fitted into ignition device.

Lights switched off Knurled ring at O.

Sidelights

Turn the knurled ring Ato ing light

on the instrument panel

will turn on.

Dipped beam headlamps

Turn the knurled ring Ato ing light

on the instrument panel will

turn on.

fig. 51

. The warn-

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Main beam headlamps

With knurled ring A at towards the steering wheel (2 ble position). Warning light

pull the stalk

unsta-

on the

instrument panel will turn on. To turn the main beams off, pull again

the stalk towards the steering wheel (2 unstable position).

Flashing the main beams

Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel

unstable position) regardless of the

position of the knurled ring A. Warning light

on the instrument panel

will turn on.

Direction indicators

Push the stalk to (stable) position:

❒

up: to turn the right-hand direction indicator on;

❒

down: to turn the left-hand direction indicator on.

Warning light

Îor¥

will come on flashing on the instrument cluster at the same time.

Indicators are switched off automatically when the steering wheel is straightened.

If you want to show that you are about to change lane, move the left-hand stalk to unstable position. The required direc-

tion indicator will flash 3 times and then it will turn off automatically.

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“FOLLOW ME HOME” DEVICE

This function allows the illumination of the space in front of the car for a preset period of time.

Activation

Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel within 2 minutes from when the engine is turned off.

At each single movement of the stalk, the staying on of the lights is extended by 30 seconds up to a maximum of 3.5 minutes; then the lights are switched off automatically.

Each time the stalk is operated, the warning light turns on together with the message on the display (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

Deactivation

Keep the stalk pulled towards the steering wheel for more than 2 seconds.

AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS SENSOR (daylight sensor) (where provided)

It detects the changes of the external light intensity of the car according to the light sensitivity set: the greater the sensitivity is, the smaller the amount of external light necessary to control the switching-on of the external headlights will be.

On certain versions, the daylight sensor sensitivity can be adjusted through the “Setup Menu” of the display (see section “Reconfigurable multifunction display” in this section).

Activation Turn the knurled ring A-fig. 51to

: in this way, the automatic activation of the side/taillights and dipped beam headlights is simultaneously enabled according to outside brightness.

With lights switched on automatically and in the presence of a switching off control by the sensor, the main beams will be switched off first and a few seconds after also the sidelights.

Deactivation

As a result of the sensor control, the dipped beam headlights will switch off and, after a few seconds, sidelights will switch off too. The sensor is not able to detect the fog presence, under this condition lights shall therefore be switched on manually.

Failure warnings

On certain versions headlight sensor failure is shown by the instrument panel warning light

, whereas on other versions a dedicated message is shown on the display (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

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DASHBOARD BUTTONS fig. 52

Front fog lights (where provided)

To turn front fog lights on, press button A; to activate these lights it is necessary to have the side/taillights switched on. The instrument panel warning light

will turn on. Press the button again or turn side/taillights off to turn the lights off.

Rear fog lights

To turn rear fog lights on, press button B to activate these lights it is necessary to have the dipped beams or front fog lights switched on. The instrument panel warning light

will turn on. They turn off by pressing the button again, turning the front or rear fog lights off or by turning the engine off.

With instrument panel off they turn on by pressing button C. When pressing the button a buzzer will sound and the instrument panel warning light

will

turn on. Press the button again to turn the lights

off. With parking lights on, move the exter-

nal lights left-hand stalk upwards or downwards to select on which side (right or left) the lights must stay on. In this event warning light

will turn

off. With left stalk at central position the four

parking lights and the number plate light will turn on.

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Hazard lights

These lights are turned on by pressing button A-fig. 53.

When these lights are on, the switch

flashes and warning lights

and¥on the instrument panel will turn on at the same time.

Press switch A again to turn the lights off.

WARNING

Use of the hazard

warning lights is ruled by the Highway Code of the country in which the car is used. Observe regulations.

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WINDOW WASHING

RIGHT-HAND STALK

Right-hand stalk fig. 54 controls windscreen washer/wiper operation.

With external lights on, activating the windscreen washer will also activate the headlight washer, if provided.

Windscreen washer/wiper

The stalk can be moved to five different positions:

0: windscreen wiper off; 1: intermittent.

With the stalk in position 1, turning the knurled ring A four possible intermittent speeds are obtained:

■ = slow intermittent

■

= intermittent medium

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2: continuous slow 3: continuous fast 4: fast temporary (unstable position)

Operation in position 4 is limited to the time the stalk is held in this position. When the stalk is released, it returns to position 0 automatically stopping the wiper.

Never use the window wiper to remove ice or

snow from the windscreen. In these conditions, the wiper is submitted to excessive effort that results in motor protection cutting in and wiper operation inhibition for few seconds as a consequence. If operation is not restored contact Fiat Dealership.

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= intermittent medium-fast

■

= fast intermittent

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“Smart washing” function

Pulling the lever towards the steering wheel (unstable position) operates the windscreen washer.

Keeping the stalk pulled with just one movement it is possible to operate the washer jet and the wiper at the same time; the wiper actually comes into operation automatically when the stalk is pulled for more than half a second.

The wiper stops working 3 strokes after releasing the stalk; a further stroke after about 6 seconds will complete the wiping operation.

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RAIN SENSOR (where provided)

The rain sensor A-fig. 55, located behind the driving mirror, is an electronic device combined with the windscreen wiper which has the purpose of automatically adjusting the number of wipes to intensity of the rain. All the other functions controlled by the right-hand stalk remain unchanged.

The rain sensor is activated automatically moving the right-hand stalk to position 1-fig. 54 and it has a range of adjustment that gradually varies between wiper stationary (no wiping) when the windscreen is dry, to wiper at second speed (continuous, medium wiping) with heavy rain.

Turning the knurled ring A-fig. 54 it is possible to increase the sensitivity of the rain sensor, obtaining a quicker change from stationary (no wiping) when the windscreen is dry, to first continuous speed (continuous, slow). A further stroke will confirm operation.

Operating the windscreen washer with the rain sensor activated (stalk at position 1-fig. 54) the normal washing cycle is performed at the end of which the rain sensor resumes its normal automatic function.

Removing the electronic key from the ignition device, the rain sensor is deactivated and the next time the engine is started it will not be reactivated even if the stalk has remained in position 1- fig. 54. In this case to activate the rain sensor, simply move the stalk to 0or 2 and then back to 1.

When the rain sensor is reactivated in this way, the wiper performs one stroke, even if the windscreen is dry, to indicate that reactivation has occurred.

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IMPORTANT In the event of rain sensor failure, windscreen wiper operation with right-hand stalk at 1-fig. 54 shall be intermittent. If failure occurs during automatic operation, the system will keep the last wiper operating condition. Operation is however guaranteed although moving the stalk to other positions.

The rain sensor is able to recognize and automatically adjust itself in the presence of the following particular conditions:

❒

impurities on the controlled surface (salt, dirt, etc.);

❒

difference between day and night.

Failure warnings

On certain versions rain sensor failure is shown by the instrument panel warning light

, whereas on other versions a dedicated message is shown on the display (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

wash.

screen.

windscreen.

Rain sensor shall be deactivated when washing the car at automatic car-

Make sure the rain sensor is deactivated if there is ice on the wind-

Streaks of water could cause unrequired blade movements.

WARNING

Make sure the device is off when cleaning the

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HEADLIGHT WASHERS (where provided) fig. 56

Headlight washers are visible and are fitted with a nozzle for each external light function. They come into operation automatically when operating the windscreen washer with external lights turned on.

IMPORTANT Check at regular intervals correct operation and cleanness of nozzles.

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CRUISE CONTROL (where provided)

GENERAL

The speed regulator (CRUISE CONTROL), with electronic control, makes

it possible to drive the car at the required speed, without pressing the accelerator pedal. This reduces driving fatigue during long journeys (specially on highways) because the speed memorised is automatically maintained.

IMPORTANT The Cruise Control must be activated at speeds of between 45 and 180 k.p.h., in fourth, fifth and sixth gears.

fig. 57

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DEVICE ENGAGEMENT

Turn knurled ring A-fig. 57 toÜ. The device cannot be engaged in first

speed or reverse. It is recommended to engage it in 4th or higher speeds. Travelling downhill with the device engaged, the car speed may increase more than the memorised one.

When the device is activated the in-

strument panel warning light

turns on (on certain versions together with a message on the display) (see section “Warning lights and messages”).

TO MEMORISE SPEED

Proceed as follows:

❒

turn the knurled ring A-fig. 57 to

and press the accelerator pedal to

the required speed;

❒

push the stalk upwards (+) or downwards (–), then release it: car speed is memorised and it is therefore possible to release the accelerator pedal.

In the case of need (when overtaking for instance) acceleration is possible simply pressing the accelerator pedal: releasing the accelerator pedal, the car will return to the speed memorised previously.

TO RESET THE MEMORISED SPEED

If the device has been disengaged for example pressing the brake or clutch pedal, the memorised speed can be reset as follows:

❒

accelerate gradually until reaching a speed approaching the one memorised;

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❒

engage the gear selected at the time of speed memorising (4th or 5th gear);

❒

press the RES button (set at stalk end).

TO INCREASE THE MEMORISED SPEED

The speed memorised can be increased in two ways:

❒

pressing the accelerator and then memorising the new speed reached;

❒

moving the stalk upwards (+).

Each operation of the stalk will correspond to a slight increase in speed (about 1.5 km/h), while keeping the stalk upwards will correspond to a continuous speed increase.

TO REDUCE MEMORISED SPEED

The speed memorised can be increased in two ways:

❒

disengaging the device and then memorising the new speed;

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moving the stalk downwards (–) until reaching the new speed which will be memorised automatically.

Each operation of the stalk will correspond to a slight decrease in speed (about 1.5 km/h), while keeping the stalk downwards will correspond to a continuous speed decrease.

DEVICE DISENGAGEMENT

The device is disengaged in one of the following cases:

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turning the knurled ring A-fig. 57 to O;

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turning the engine off or removing the electronic key from the ignition device;

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pressing the brake pedal, pressing the clutch pedal (in these cases the last stored speed will stay memorised, to resume it press button RES);

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pressing the accelerator pedal; in this case the system is disengaged only temporarily; device operation will be resumed automatically when releasing the pedal;

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with car speed below the preset limit (in these cases the last stored speed will stay memorised, to resume it press button RES);

Automatic Cruise Control deactivation

The Cruise Control is temporarily deactivated when the ABS or VDC systems come into operation (above a max. preset time): in this case the last set speed will stay memorised, to recall it press button RES.

In the event of Cruise Control or engine control system failure, the device is deactivated until removing the electronic key from the ignition device. In this event contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.

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The device is automatically deactivated when operating accidentally or incorrectly the stalk, the knurled ring A or button RES: in this event to reactivate the device: bring the car to the required speed and then move the stalk upwards (+) or downwards (–).

WARNING

In the event of device

malfunction or failure, turn the knurled ring A-fig. 57 to O and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services after checking the protection fuse integrity.

CEILING LIGHTS

FRONT CEILING LIGHT fig. 58

Press button: A: to turn on/off the driver’s courtesy

light;

B: to turn on/off the central light; C: to turn on/off the passenger’s cour-

tesy light.

Keeping pressed button B will turn off all front ceiling lights and rear ceiling lights. Turning off is also indicated by the sound of a buzzer. To turn these lights on again press briefly button B.

fig. 58

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IMPORTANT Leaving inadvertently a door open, the front ceiling light and the puddle lights will turn off automatically after a few minutes. To turn them on again, open another door or close and open again the same door.

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When travelling with

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In the following table are summarised the causes that make front/rear ceiling lights turn on/off and their turning on/off mode:

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Opening one of the front/rear doors

Front and rear ceiling lights turning on/off mode

Central front light and rear 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: ceiling lights will stay on for other 10 seconds. This timed operation is stopped when refitting the electronic key into the ignition device Starting the engine: front central and rear courtesy lights will turn off

Removing the electronic key from the ignition device

Front central and rear courtesy lights turning on for about 10 seconds

Locking the doors

Unlocking the doors

Front central and rear courtesy lights turning off

Front central and rear courtesy lights turning on for about 10 seconds

Cutting in of the fuel cut-off switch

Front central and rear courtesy lights turning on for a few minutes. Reactivating the fuel cut-off switch will turn off the ceiling lights

In all the cases tabulated above, front and rear ceiling lights turning on/off is gradual, for 2 seconds.

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REAR CEILING LIGHT

Versions without sunroof fig. 59

Press button: A: to turn on/off the driver’s courtesy

light;

B: to turn on/off the passenger’s cour-

tesy light.

Closing the doors, the ceiling lights will stay on for a few seconds, then they will switch off automatically. Ceiling lights will turn off when fitting the electronic key into the ignition device.

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IMPORTANT Leaving inadvertently a door open, the ceiling lights will turn off automatically after a few minutes. To turn them on again, open another door or close and open again the same door.

Versions with sunroof (where provided) fig. 60

Versions with sunroof are fitted with two rear ceiling lights located above the rears doors.

Press lens A-fig. 60 to turn these lights on/off.

The door light will turn on when opening the door regardless of the electronic key position. It will stay on for about 3 minutes when the door is open, then it will go off automatically.

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POWER SUPPLY AND FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCHES

The car is fitted with a safety switch that in the event of a crash comes into operation by cutting off fuel and turning off the engine as a consequence.

Certain versions are equipped with an additional safety switch that in the event of a crash comes into operation by cutting off the power supply.

These two safety switches therefore prevent dangerous fuel leaks due to fuel line cracking, and sparks or electric discharges due to damaging or malfunctioning of the electric components of the car in the event of a crash.

IMPORTANT After a crash, remember to remove the key from the ignition device to prevent battery run-down.

WARNING

If, after a crash, you

smell fuel or see leaks from the fuel system, do not reset the switches to avoid fire risk.

Door unlocking in the event of a crash

In the event of a crash that triggers the fuel cut-off switch, the doors will unlock automatically to enable getting into the car and at the same time the passenger’s compartment lights will turn on. It is however always possible to open the doors from the passenger’s compartment by means of the internal door handles.

If, after a crash no fuel leaks or damages to the electric devices (e.g. headlights) are found and the car can be started again, reset the fuel cut-off switch and the power supply cut-off switch (where provided). Follow the instructions given below.

WARNING

If central door locking

has been activated from inside the car and after a crash the fuel cut-off switch cannot activate automatic door unlocking, it will not be possible to get into the car. In any case, door opening from the outside depends on door conditions after the crash: if a door is badly damaged it will be impossible to open it. In this event try to open one of the other doors.

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fig. 61

Resetting the fuel cut-off switch

WARNING

Before resetting the fu-

el cut-off switch carefully inspect the car for fuel leaks or damages to electric devices (e.g. headlights).

To reset the fuel cut-off switch, press button A-fig. 61.

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fig. 62

Resetting the power supply cut-off switch (where provided)

WARNING

Before resetting the

power supply cut-off switch carefully inspect the car for fuel leaks or damages to electric devices (e.g. headlights).

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fig. 63

The switch is located inside the fuse box at battery positive terminal.

To reset the power supply cut-off switch, proceed as follows:

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press button A-fig. 61 to reset the fuel cut-off switch;

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open the bonnet;

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operate the retaining clips A-fig. 62 and remove the protection cover B;

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press button C-fig. 63 to reset the power supply cut-off switch.

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INTERIOR FITTINGS

CENTRAL ARMREST

The central armrest is located between the front seats. Inside the armrest are housed an oddment compartment and an air-conditioned food box (where provided) (see next paragraphs).

On certain versions the central armrest can be adjusted forward or backward by operating the cover B-fig. 64.

Oddment compartment

To open the oddment compartment, press button A-fig. 64 and raise the cover B.

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Air-conditioned food box (where provided)

Access to the food box is gained from the oddment compartment by lifting tab A-fig. 65. Turn wheel Bto adjust the air flow inside the food box.

IMPORTANT Function of the food box is to keep the temperature of the drinks placed inside it; drinks shall be warmed or cooled as required before being put inside the food box.

Pay attention not to spill the drinks: the food

box bottom however is provided with a hole to drain spilled liquids, if any.

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REAR ARMREST (where provided)

To use the central armrest A-fig. 66 lower it as shown in the figure.

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Ski compartment (where provided)

This compartment can be used for carrying long loads.

To have access to this compartment, lower the armrest, pull the lid tab A-

fig. 67, then lower it on the armrest fig. 68.

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REAR ARMREST WITH ODDMENT COMPARTMENT (where provided)

To use the central armrest B-fig. 69, take it from tab A and then lower it. Inside the armrest is fitted an oddment compartment fig. 71. To open it, press button B-fig. 70 and raise the cover C-fig. 70.

fig. 70

fig. 71

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Ski compartment (where provided)

This compartment can be used for carrying long loads.

To have access to this compartment, lower the armrest, press button A-fig. 72 of the lid B, then lower it on the armrest.

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To open the lid B, switch A-fig. 73 (accessible from the boot) shall be set in vertical position (horizontal position

= compartment locked).

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GLOVE COMPARTMENT

To open the glove compartment use lever A-fig. 74. When the glove compartment is opened, the internal courtesy light turns on. Leaving inadvertently open the glove compartment, this light will turn off automatically after a few minutes. The folding top is also provided with a recess for a pen or a pencil.

Do not travel with the

glove compartment open;

it could harm the passenger in the event of an accident.

fig. 75

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CIGAR LIGHTER

Front cigar lighter (optional for versions/ markets where applicable)

It is located on the central console, near the handbrake lever. To use the cigar lighter, raise cover A-fig. 75 as shown by the arrow.

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Do not plug electric accessories with absorption

ified value. Prolonged current ab-

exceeding the max. spec-

sorption could drain the battery

UTO

and impair next engine start up.

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Press button B-fig. 76 to switch on the cigar lighter with key fitted into ignition device.

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: danger of fire and/or burns.

IMPORTANT Do not plug electric accessories with power exceeding 100W to the front cigar lighter seat.

fig. 77

Rear cigar lighter (optional for versions/ markets where applicable)

It is located on the central console between the seats (see fig. 77).

IMPORTANT Do not plug electric accessories with power exceeding 140W to the rear cigar lighter seat.

IMPORTANT Oversize plugs could damage the cigar lighter outlet tabs.

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IMPORTANT To safeguard the lighting life of certain internal devices (e.g.: cigar lighter ring and ashtray), when switching on the external lights, these devices will switch on according to the passenger's compartment brightness: with enough daylight these devices will not switch on. On the contrary they will switch on with poor daylight.

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ASHTRAY (optional for versions/ markets where applicable)

Front ashtray

It is located on the central console, near the handbrake lever.

To use the cigar lighter, raise cover A- fig. 78 and open lid B.

Front ashtray is removable: to remove it, pull it upwards.

IMPORTANT Do not use the ashtray as paper bin: it could set on fire on contact with cigarette stubs.

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Rear ashtray

It is located on the central console, between front seats. To use the ashtray, lift lid A-fig. 79 as shown by the arrow.

Rear ashtray is removable: to remove it, press on the central part and pull it upwards.

IMPORTANT Do not use the ashtray as paper bin: it could set on fire on contact with cigarette stubs.

fig. 80

fig. 81

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GLASS/CAN HOLDER fig. 80

It is located on the central console, near the handbrake lever. To use it lift cover A-fig. 75.

EYEGLASSES HOLDER (where provided)

It is located near the front ceiling light. To use it, press lid A-fig. 81.

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SUN VISORS (where provided)

Certain versions are provided with sunvisors behind the rear seats.

To use it, take the tab A-fig. 82, pull it forwards and secure it to the hooks set on the top of the car roof (see fig. 83).

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ODDMENTS COMPARTMENTS (where provided) fig. 84

They are located on the central console between the front seats.

SUN VISORS

These are positioned to the sides of the rear-view mirror. They can swing to the sides and up or down.

On certain versions, sun visors are fitted on the back with a courtesy mirror and a light which enables to use the mirror also with poor sunlight.

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To use the mirror open cover A-fig.

85.

Mirror lights will turn on automatically when lifting the cover and they will turn off when lowering it or few minutes after removing the electronic key from the ignition device.

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HOMELINK (where provided)

DESCRIPTION

The HomeLink fixed-system installed on your car enables to control up to three different devices for opening/closing garage doors or gates, or for turning on/off lighting system and for activating/deactivating alarm systems installed at home and/or office.

fig. 86

PROGRAMMING

IMPORTANT While programming the system, check for the absence of people, animals or objects within the manoeuvre space of main doors or gates to prevent the risk of injuries or damages.

IMPORTANT Pull up the handbrake and fit the key into the ignition device. Do not start the engine.

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Proceed as follows:

1) press and keep pressed the outer buttons (A and C): 20 seconds after led D will start flashing. Release both buttons;

NOTE This operation clears the standard codes programmed by the manufacturer. It will not be necessary to repeat this operation the next time you program the buttons.

2) press and keep pressed the required HomeLink button A or B or C. Do not release the button until completing operation 4;

3) when the HomeLink led D starts flashing slowly (about 20 seconds after) bring the portable remote control (keeping the button to program pressed) as close as possible to the HomeLink.

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The distance required between the portable remote control and the HomeLink depends on the system to be programmed (type of frequency of main door, gate or other system).

If D does not start to flash quickly try again changing the distance between HomeLink and portable remote control (move them away slightly). If 20 seconds later the led is still flashing slowing, repeat the operation changing again the distance between Homelink and remote control.

4) the HomeLink led D will start blinking, first slowly and then quickly. When it starts flashing quickly, release both buttons (HomeLink and portable remote control).

HOW TO USE THE HOMELINK SYSTEM

The HomeLink remote control activates the operation of the garage door motor or gate motor exactly as the portable remote control. The car shall be within the range of the motor and the key shall be fitted into the ignition device.

Press the programmed button (A or B or C). During signal transmission the led D will stay on and the set system (garage door, gate, etc.) will obey.

If the HomeLink system set as described above does not work, this may be due to the fact the original portable remote control has an alternate code (see paragraph "Synchronising alternate codes").

It is however always possible to use the original portable remote control to operate the system (garage door, gate, etc.).

SYNCHRONISING ALTERNATE CODES

To ascertain whether your garage door motor or gate motor is provided with an alternate code, proceed as follows:

consult the owner handbook provided by the garage door motor's or gate motor's manufacturer;

the portable remote control seems to have programmed HomeLink; HomeLink however is not up to open or to close the garage door or the gate;

press and keep pressed the programmed button (A or B or C).

With an alternate code system, the led D blinks fast for short and then it stays on glowing steadily for two seconds. This sequence is repeated for 20 seconds.

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HomeLink can only work if the programmed alternate code is synchronised with the system of the device (garage door, gate, etc.).

IMPORTANT While synchronising the system, check for the absence of people, animals or objects within the manoeuvre space of main doors or gates to prevent the risk of injuries or damages.

IMPORTANT The car shall be within the range of the motor. Pull up the handbrake and fit the key into the ignition device. Do not start the engine.

Proceed as follows:

❒

find the set-up button on the upper side of the garage door/gate motor. Colour and position may vary according to the manufacturer (consult the motor handbook);

❒

press the motor set-up button (this action will usually turn up the "setup" pilot light). After operation 2, start to perform operation 3 within 30 seconds;

❒

press the programmed button (A or B or C) and release it. Press again

the programmed button and then release it to end the operation. Certain motors could require to repeat once again the operation for concluding the setting.

Now the motor should be up to recognise the signal transmitted by HomeLink and therefore to open/close the garage door or the gate.

RE-PROGRAMMING ONE SINGLE BUTTON

It is possible to programme another original portable remote control on one HomeLink button already programmed. Previous programming will be cancelled.

IMPORTANT While programming the system, check for the absence of people, animals or objects within the manoeuvre space of main doors or gates to prevent the risk of injuries or damages.

IMPORTANT Pull up the handbrake and fit the key into the ignition device. Do not start the engine.

Proceed as follows:

1) press and keep pressed the required HomeLink button A or B or C. Do not release the button until completing operation 3;

2) when the HomeLink led D starts

flashing slowly (about 20 seconds after) bring the portable remote control (keeping the button to program pressed) as close as possible to the HomeLink.

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The distance required between the portable remote control and the HomeLink depends on the system to be programmed (type of frequency of main door, gate or other system).

3) the HomeLink led D will start blinking, first slowly and then quickly. When it starts flashing quickly, release both buttons (HomeLink and portable remote control).

In this way the system previously programmed on HomeLink is cleared and the new system is ready for use. This operation has no effect on the other two HomeLink buttons.

CLEARING THE PROGRAMMED BUTTONS

You are recommended to clear the HomeLink programming before selling the car.

Programming is cleared on all the three buttons at the same time.

Proceed as follows:

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press and keep pressed the outer buttons (A and C): 20 seconds after led D will start flashing.

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Release both buttons.

TECHNICAL DATA FOR THE ASSISTANCE SERVICE

If after following the previous instructions you are still unable to set the HomeLink system, contact the Assistance Service (HomeLink toll free number 00800046635465) and communicate the following data:

❒

make and model of your car, including the date of manufacture and the country where you bought it;

❒

make, model, date of manufacture and operating frequency of the original portable remote control (if known).

IMPORTANT Certain phone carriers do not permit the use of the toll-free number. It is therefore required to dial the alternative pay-number, +49 6838 907-277 (dialling this number will start an international call).

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SUNROOF

(where provided)

The sunroof consists of a moving pane sliding horizontally and retractable.

When closed it enables sunlight to get into the passenger compartment, whereas when open it enables wide opening of the whole glass sunroof surface.

The sunroof is provided with manuallyoperated sun curtain with handle and air vents.

Sunroof can only be operated when the key is fitted into the ignition device.

Do not open the sunroof if there is snow or ice on it: it could be damaged.

WARNING

When leaving the car,

the ignition key should be removed to prevent the sunroof from being operated inadvertently and harming anyone remaining in the car. Improper use of the sunroof can be dangerous. Before and during its operation ensure that any passengers are not at risk from the moving roof either by personal objects getting caught in the mechanism or by being injured by it directly.

SUNROOF OPENING

Opening from inside the car

Turn selector A-fig. 87, as shown by the arrow. The sunroof will stop in position as soon as the selector is released.

The movement of the roof may be interrupted and restarted by means of slight pressure on selector A.

fig. 87

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IMPORTANT Top comfort position with sunroof open is obtained by turning selector A-fig. 87 to position.

Operating the selector it is possible to open/close the sunroof in one of the following cases:

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fitting the electronic key into the ignition device;

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in the first 2 minutes after removing the key from the ignition device or up to door opening.

Opening from outside the car

Press the electronic key button

for

over 2 seconds.

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Turn selector A-fig. 87 counter-clockwise.

The movement of the roof may be interrupted and restarted by means of slight pressure on selector A.

Though the selector A (by pressing it) it is possible to use the “Inhibit” position that will exclude the anti-crushing safety system.

If when removing the key from the ignition device, you activate sunroof sliding by pressing the electronic key button

while sunroof sliding by manual control (by pressing the selector) is being performed, this last control will prevail. To make the sunroof sliding automatically you have to press again button

Sunroof sliding by pressing the electronic key button

can be stopped by operat-

ing selector A-fig. 87 (by changing its position or pressing it).

Changing selector position, will make the sunroof slide to the new position ignoring button

WARNING

Open and close the roof only when the vehicle

is stationary.

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SUN CURTAIN fig. 88

The sun curtain shall be used to adjust brightness inside the passenger compartment. Sun curtain is fitted with handle and air vents.

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ANTI-CRUSHING SAFETY SYSTEM

The anti-crushing safety system fitted on the front curtain outline is active during horizontal closing (front edge) and vertical closing of the panel (rear edge) and it will cut in when it finds an obstacle (e.g.: finger, hand, etc …), thus guaranteeing sunroof reversal for a short section.

When an obstacle is found, sunroof stroke is stopped immediately and its stroke is reversed to the preset position:

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during horizontal closing it is active along the whole stroke of the sunroof and when it finds an obstacle on the front side of the pane it guarantees a 10 cm stroke reversal;

❒

during vertical closing it is active along the whole stroke of the sunroof and when it finds an obstacle on the rear side of the pane it guarantees stroke reversal.

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EMERGENCY OPERATION

In a emergency or during servicing (without power supply), the sunroof can be operated manually; proceed as follows:

❒

press the light notches to release the clips and remove the front ceiling light A-fig. 89.

❒

fit the setscrew wrench into the proper slot B;

❒

turn the key to open or to close (according to rotation direction) the sunroof.

SUNROOF INITIALISATION PROCEDURE

After disconnecting the battery or failing the protection fuse, the sunroof shall be “initialised” again, proceed as follows:

❒

turn selector fully leftwards (counterclokwise);

❒

press and keep pressed selector until sunroof locking;

❒

release selector;

❒

press selector again within 3 seconds, and keep it pressed;

❒

a few seconds after the sunroof will move automatically (during this stage keep on pressing the knob);

❒

initialisation will end when the sunroof stops. Release selector.

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CENTRAL DOOR LOCKING/ UNLOCKING SYSTEM

Door locking from the outside

With the doors closed, press the electronic key button metal insert (inside the key) into the lock of the driver’s door. Central door locking can only be activated if all the doors are closed. If one or more doors are open after pressing the electronic key button the driver’s door led will flash fast for about 3 seconds.

If one or more doors are open by turning the metal insert of the electronic key, only the driver’s door led will flash fast for about 3 seconds. If the doors are closed but the tailgate is open, central locking is actuated: the direction indicators (only for locking performed by pressing button

) and the driver’s door led will flash fast

for about 3 seconds.

or fit and turn the

the direction indicators and

Through the “Setup menu” (or the Radionavigation system for certain versions) it is possible to activate the function that enables to unlock only the driver’s door lock by pressing the electronic key button

(see paragraph “Reconfigurable mul-

tifunction display” in this section). With this function on (ON) it is howev-

er possible to unlock the other doors by pressing button

(fig. 90) set on the

central console.

Door unlocking from the outside

Press the electronic key button

or, fit and turn the metal insert (inside the key) into the lock of the driver’s door.

Door locking/unlocking from the inside

Press button

(fig. 90) to lock/un-

lock all the doors. The button is provided with a circular led

indicating the car condition (doors locked or unlocked). When doors are locked the led is on: in this case pressing the button again will unlock all the doors and will turn the led off.

fig. 90

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With key removed the led will turn off after about 2 minutes.

When doors are unlocked the led is off; pressing the button will lock all the doors. Central door locking will only take place if all doors are perfectly closed.

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Button

is disabled after door locking carried out by operating the remote control, the driver's door revolving plug, or by automatic door locking after about

2.5 minutes and it will be enabled again after door unlocking carried out by pressing the key button

, by turning the metal insert of the key into the driver's door lock or by fitting the key into the ignition device.

IMPORTANT With central locking system on, pulling the internal door handle will unlock all the doors. Lacking power (blown fuse, battery disconnected, etc.) it is however possible to lock the doors manually.

fig. 91

CHILD LOCK

Rear doors are fitted with a locking device fig. 91 that inhibits door opening from the inside.

This device can be engaged/disengaged (by the metal insert of the key) only with doors open:

❒

position 1: engaged (door locked);

❒

position 2: disengaged (door can be opened from the inside).

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IMPORTANT Each device acts only on the relevant door.

IMPORTANT Always use this device when transporting children.

IMPORTANT After engaging the child lock on both rear doors, check for proper engagement by trying to open a rear door with the internal handle.

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DOOR LOCKING WITH RUN DOWN BATTERY

If the car battery is run down, to lock the doors proceed as described in the following points.

Right front door

Proceed as follows:

❒

remove the protection plug on the door;

❒

fit the electronic key metal insert into A-fig. 92;

❒

turn the key clockwise (counter-clockwise for right-hand drive versions);

❒

remove the key from A-fig. 92 and then efit the plug on the door.

fig. 92

Doorknobs can be realigned (only after recharging the battery) as follows:

❒

pressing the electronic key button

❒

pressing door locking/unlocking button

;

❒

opening with the key in front door revolving plug;

❒

pulling internal door handle.

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IMPORTANT As concerns rear doors, with child lock device on and the previously described locking active, operating the internal door handle will not open the door but will only realign doorknobs; to open the door pull the external door handle. Emergency locking will not disable central door locking/unlocking button

IMPORTANT After disconnecting the battery or failing the protection fuse, the door locking/unlocking mechanism shall be “initialised” again, proceed as fol-

;

lows:

❒

lock the doors;

❒

press the remote control button the button

❒

press the remote control button the button

on the central console;

on the central console.

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POWER WINDOWS

Versions with 2 front power windows are fitted with automatic window opening/closing only on the driver’s side.

Versions with 4 power windows are fitted with automatic window opening/ closing on all doors. For versions/markets where applicable the passenger side electrical window and the rear electrical windows are provided with a safety system with anti-crushing seal able to recognize the eventual presence of an obstacle during the closing movement of the window; upon verification of this event the system interrupts and immediately inverts the run of the window.

This system is particularly useful when children operate the windows inadvertently and make it possible to close/ open (where provided) the windows using the remote control when leaving the car.

IMPORTANT In the event the anticrushing function is activated 5 times in only 1 minute or in the event of a failure, the system will automatically enter the “recovery” mode (self-protection). This condition is pointed out by the fact that, in the closing stroke, the windows goes up in jerks.

In this case it is necessary to carry out system restore procedure as follows:

❒

open the windows;

❒

remove and then refit the key into the ignition device.

If no malfunction is present, the window returns to its normal operation automatically. In the event of a failure see section “Warning lights and messages”.

Windows and sunroof opening/closing by the electronic key (where provided)

By the metal insert of the key

On all versions:

❒

turning clockwise the metal insert of the key into the driver's door revolving plug will open all the windows and the sunroof (where provided) at the same time.

❒

turning counterclockwise the metal insert of the key into the driver's door revolving plug will close all the windows and the sunroof (where provided) at the same time.

By remote control

On all versions, keep button

for over 2 seconds to open all the windows and the sunroof (where provided) at the same time.

pressed

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The system complies with the forthcoming

Standard 2000/4/ EC concerning the safety of passengers leaning out of the passenger compartment.

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