Alfa Romeo Mito 2010 User Manual

Dear Customer,

Congratulations on your purchase and thank you for choosing Alfa Romeo. We have written this handbook to help you get the most out of your new car. Please read it all the way through before taking your car on the road for the first time. Here you will find information, tips and important warnings regarding use of your car and how to achieve the best performance from the

technological features of your Alfa Romeo. The booklet also provides a description of special features as well as tips and essential information for the correct care and maintenance

of your Alfa Romeo and safe driving tips. Please read the warnings and indications at the bottom of each page carefully; these are marked with the following symbols:

personal safety;

the car’s wellbeing;

environmental protection.

The enclosed Warranty Booklet lists the services that Alfa Romeo offers to its Customers:

– the Warranty Certificate with terms and conditions for maintaining its validity;

– the range of additional services available to Alfa Romeo Customers.

We are confident that these instructions will help you become familiar with your new car and the Alfa Romeo after-sales staff who will be at your service.

Best regards and happy motoring!

This Owner Handbook describes all versions of Alfa Mito; please consider only the information

relevant to your version, engine and configuration. All data contained in this publication are purely indicative. Fiat Group Automobiles can modify the specifications of the vehicle model

described in this publication at any time, for technical or marketing purposes.

For further information, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Service.

READ THIS CAREFULLY!

REFUELLING

Petrol engines: only use unleaded petrol with an octane

value (RON) of no lower than 95.

Diesel engines: only use diesel fuel compliant with European

specification EN590. The use of other products or mixtures may damage the engine beyond repair and consequently invalidate the warranty.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Petrol engines: make sure that the handbrake is

engaged; set the gearshift lever to neutral; fully depress the clutch pedal without pressing the accelerator, then turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has started.

Diesel engines: turn the ignition key to MAR and wait for the

warning lights to go out; and release it as soon as the engine has started.

PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL

The catalytic converter reaches high temperatures

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during operation. Do not park on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other flammable material: fire risk.

RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

The car is fitted with a system that carries out a continuous diagnosis of the emission-related components in order to help protect the environment.

then

turn the ignition key to AVV

ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES

If after having purchased your car you decide to add

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accessories requiring electrical power (that may otherwise cause the battery to gradually lose power), please consult an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the car’s electrical system can support the required load

CODE CARD

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Keep this in a safe place, not in the car. We recommend that you always carry the electronic code provided on the CODE card with you, in case you need to perform an emergency start.

PROGRAMMED MAINTENANCE

Correct car maintenance is essential to ensure that the performance, safety features, environmental friendliness and low running costs stay in tip-top condition over the years.

THE OWNER MANUAL CONTAINS…

... important information, tips and warnings on the correct use and maintenance of your car over time as well as safe driving. Particular attention should be paid to information marked with the following symbols: (personal safety) integrity).

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SUMMARY

Getting to know your car

Starting up and driving

In an emergency

Care and maintenance

Technical data

Safety

Index

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR

Dashboard ............................................................................................... 7

Instrument panel and on-board instruments ................................................... 8

Display .................................................................................................... 26

Menu items .............................................................................................. 32

Trip Computer ........................................................................................... 42

Symbols .................................................................................................. 46

Alfa Romeo Code System............................................................................ 46

The keys ................................................................................................. 47

Alarm ..................................................................................................... 53

Ignition device .......................................................................................... 55

Seats ...................................................................................................... 56

Head restraints.......................................................................................... 59

Steering wheel ......................................................................................... 60

Rearview mirrors ...................................................................................... 61

Climatic comfort ........................................................................................ 63

Heating/climate control system .................................................................. 64

Two-zone automatic climate control system ................................................... 68

External lights .......................................................................................... 76

Window washing ...................................................................................... 79

Cruise Control ........................................................................................... 81

Courtesy lights ......................................................................................... 83

Controls .................................................................................................. 86

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Interior fittings ...................................................................................... 89

Electric sunroof ..................................................................................... 92

Doors .................................................................................................. 95

Electric windows ................................................................................... 96

Luggage compartment ........................................................................... 99

Bonnet ................................................................................................ 103

Roof rack/ski rack ................................................................................ 104

Headlights ........................................................................................... 105

ABS system ......................................................................................... 107

VDC system ......................................................................................... 108

“Alfa DNA” system................................................................................. 111

Start&Stop system ................................................................................ 114

Dynamic Suspension .............................................................................. 119

EOBD system ....................................................................................... 120

Electric power steering ........................................................................... 120

Radio wiring system .............................................................................. 121

Wiring for navigation system ................................................................... 122

Installation of electrical/electronic devices ................................................. 122

Parking sensors .................................................................................... 123

T.P.M.S. system .................................................................................... 126

At the filling station ............................................................................... 129

Protecting the environment ..................................................................... 130

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DASHBOARD

The presence and position of controls, instruments and gauges may vary according to different versions.

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1. Air vent for side windows - 2. Adjustable air vent - 3. Exterior lighting control lever - 4. Instrument panel - 5. Windscreen wiper/rearscreen wiper/trip computer control lever - 6. Radio (for versions/markets, where provided) - 7. Adjustable air vents - 8. Hazard warning lights, door lock/unlock button - 9. Passenger front air bag - 10. Glove compartment - 11. Heating/ventilation/climate control system controls

12. Gearbox lever - 13. “Alfa DNA” system - 14. Ignition device - 15. Driver front knee air bag (for versions/markets, where provided)

16. Driver front air bag - 17. Cruise Control lever (for versions/markets, where provided) - 18. Fuse box access flap - 19. Control panel.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL AND ONBOARD INSTRUMENTS

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VERSIONS WITH MULTIFUNCTIONAL DISPLAY

A Speedometer (speed indicator) B Multifunctional display C Rev counter D Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light E Engine coolant temperature gauge and excessive temperature warning light

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WARNING Instrument background colour and type may vary according to the version.

Warning lights supplied in diesel versions only. On diesel versions the rpm gauge end of scale is set at 6000 rpm

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VERSIONS WITH RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTIONAL DISPLAY

A Speedometer (speed indicator) B Reconfigurable multifunctional display C Rev counter D Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light E Engine coolant temperature gauge and excessive temperature warning light

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WARNING Instrument background colour and type may vary according to the version.

Warning lights supplied in diesel versions only. On diesel versions the rpm gauge end of scale is set at 6000 rpm

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SPEEDOMETER (SPEED GAUGE)

This shows the speed of the vehicle.

REV COUNTER

This indicates the engine rpm.

FUEL LEVEL GAUGE

This shows the amount of fuel left in the fuel tank. 0 - tank empty. 1 - tank full The warning light in the gauge lights up when there are only 5 to

7 litres of fuel remaining in the tank; in the event of this happening, refuel at the earliest opportunity.

ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE INDICATOR

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. The warning light in the gauge lights up to indicate an increase in coolant temperature; in the event of this happening, switch off the engine and contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING LIGHTS

General warnings

The lighting up of a warning light is associated with a specific message and/or buzzer when applicable. These indications are brief and precautionary and as such must not be considered as exhaustive and/or an alternative to the information contained in the Owner Handbook, which you are recommended to read carefully in all cases. Always refer to the information in this chapter in the event of a failure indication.

Low brake fluid level (red)

on when the level of the brake fluid in the reservoir falls below the minimum level due to possible leaks in the circuit. The display will show the dedicated message.

Handbrake on (red)

This warning light comes on when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should go off after a few seconds. The warning light (or symbol on the display) comes on when the handbrake is on. If the car is moving a buzzer is also triggered.

IMPORTANT If the warning light comes on with the vehicle in motion, check that the handbrake is not engaged.

This warning light comes on when the ignition key is

turned to MAR, but it should go off after a few sec-

onds. The warning light (or symbol on the display) comes

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EBD failure (red)/(amber)

have thesystem checked.The displaywill showthe dedicated message.

up when the system is inefficient. Under these circumstances the braking systemwill workas normalwithout the extra performance offered by the ABS system. Drive with caution and visit an Alfa Romeo AuthorisedService at your earliest convenience. The display will show the dedicated message.

If warning lights time with the engine running, this indicates an EBD system failureor thatthe systemis not available. Early locking of the rear wheels may occur in the event of violent braking, causing the car to swerve.

Under these circumstances drive withextreme caution

straight to the nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Service to

ABS system failure (amber)

This warning light comes on when the ignition key is

turned to MAR, but it should go off after a few sec-

onds. Thewarning light(or symbolon the display) lights

and

are lit up at the same

Brake padwear(amber)

as possible. The display shows the dedicated message. It is advisable to have this operation carried out by an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service.

The warninglight (orsymbol on the display) lights up

when theone ormore brakepads showsigns of wear;

under these circumstances have them replaced as soon

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Airbag failure (red)

failure in the air bag system. The display will show the dedicated message.

display) there could be a failure in the safety systems; under these circumstances the air bags or pretensioners may not be activated in the event of an impact or, more rarely, they could be activated accidentally. Contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service immediately to have the system checked.

This warning light comes on when the ignition key is

turned to MAR, but it should go off after a few seconds.

The warning light stays on, glowing steadily, if there is a

If, when the key is turned to MAR, the light does not come on or if it stays on with the vehicle in motion (together with the message on the

warning

Failure of the

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warning light flashing for longer than the nor-

mal 4 seconds, thus signalling that the front passenger airbag is deactivated. In addition, the airbag system automatically disables the airbag on the passenger’s side (both front and side airbags, for versions/markets, where provided). In this case, warning light indicate a fault in the system. Contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service immediately to have the system checked.

warning light is indicated by the

may not

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Passenger-side air bag/side bags

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passenger airbag on, when the ignition key is turned to MAR, the

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warning light comes on steadily for several seconds, it flashes

for another few seconds and then it should go out.

passenger’s side (both front and side airbags, where provided). Contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service immediately to have the system checked.

deactivated (amber)

The“warning light comes on when the front pas-

senger’s airbag and the side bags are disabled. With front

Failure of the

warning light coming on. In addition, the airbag

system automatically disables the airbag on the

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warning light is indicated by the

Seat belts unfastened (red)

buzzer will sound if the vehicle is in motion and the front seat belts are not correctly fastened. If you wish to permanently deactivate the S.B.R. (Seat Belt Reminder) system buzzer, please contact your nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Service. The system can be reactivated using the Set-up Menu.

gine has started (with the engine running at idle speed a brief delay before going out is acceptable). If the warning light (or symbol in the display) remains on constantly or flashes, contact your nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Service.

This warning light remains on steadily with the vehi-

cle at a standstill when the driver’s seat belt is not

correctly fastened. The warning light will flash and a

Low battery charge (red)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The warning light comes on when the ignition key is

turned to MAR, but it should go out as soon as the en-

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ON CONSTANTLY: Low engine oil pressure (red)

light switches on, and should go out as soon as the engine is started.

1. Low engine oil pressure

The warning light turns on and stays on constantly (in versions/markets, where applicable) along with the message on the display when the system detects that the engine oil pressure is low.

FLASHING: Engine oil exhausted (Diesel versions with DPF only - red)

When the ignition key is moved to MAR, the warning

If the warning light

turns on when the vehicle is travelling (on certain versions together with the message on the display) stop the engine im-

mediately and contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Service.

2. Engine oil exhausted (Diesel versions with DPF only) When the key is turned to the MAR position, the warning light comes on, but it must switch off after a few seconds. The warning light will flash and a specific message will appear on the display (in versions/markets, where applicable). The warning light may flash in the following ways, depending on the version: – for 1 minute every two hours; – for 3 minute cycles with the warning light off for intervals of 5 seconds until oil is changed.

After the initial warning, each time the engine is started up, the warning light will continue to flash for 60 seconds in the same mode, until the oil is changed. A specific message will appear on the display (for versions/markets, where applicable) in addition to the warning light. If the warning light flashes, this does not mean that the car is defective, but simply informs the driver that it is now necessary to change the oil as a result of regular vehicle use. Note that engine oil is exhausted faster under the following circumstances:

– use of the vehicle prevalently for city driving, requiring more frequent regeneration of DPF

– use of the vehicle for short drives, in which the engine does not have time to reach its regular operating temperature

– repeated interruption of the regeneration process, signalled by the DPF warning light coming on.

Exhausted engine oil should be replaced as soon as possible after the warning light comes on, nev-

er more than 500 km after the warning light first comes on. Failure to change the oil within the first 500 km may result in severe damage to the engine and will result in forfeiture of the warranty. Remember that when the warning light flashes, it does not mean that the level of engine oil is low, so if the light flashes you must not top up the engine oil.

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Electric power steering failure (red)

If the warning light (or symbol on the display) remains on, you will not have steering assistance and the effort required to operate the steering wheel will be increased. Steering is, however, possible. In this case contact your nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Service. The display will show the dedicated message.

This warning light comes on when the ignition key is

turned to MAR, but it should go off after a few sec-

onds.

Start&Stop system deactivation

(amber)

The warning light comes on when the Start&Stop sys-

tem is deactivated by pressing the button on the auxiliary control panel next to the steering wheel. On some versions the display shows the associated message.

Excessive engine coolant

The warning light turns on when the engine is overheated. The display will show the dedicated message. If the warning light comes on, proceed as follows:

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during normal travel: stop the car, stop the engine and check that the water level in the reservoir is not under the MIN line. In this case, wait for a few minutes for the engine to cool down, then slowly and carefully open the cap, top-up with coolant and check that the level is between the MIN and MAX references on the reservoir. Also check for leaks. If the warning light comes on again at the next engine start-up, contact your nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Service.

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In the case of demanding use (e.g. towing trailers uphill or car at full load): slow down and stop the car if the warning light stays on. Stop for 2 or 3 minutes with the engine running and slightly accelerated to favour better coolant circulation. Then stop the engine. Check the correct fluid level as described previously.

IMPORTANT Over demanding routes, it is advisable to keep the engine on and slightly accelerated for a few minutes before switching it off.

temperature (red)

This warning light comes on when the ignition key is

turned to MAR, but it should go off after a few seconds.

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Doors not closed correctly (red)

and the car is moving. On some versions the warning light (or symbol on the display) also lights up when the bonnet is not closed correctly.

The warning light (or symbol on the display) lights up

when one or more doors or the boot tailgate are not

properly closed. A buzzer will sound when doors are open

Luggage compartment open

On some versions a message + symbol on the display

are shown when the luggage compartment is open.

Bonnet open

On some versions a message + symbol on the display

are shown when the bonnet is open.

EOBD/injection system failure

as soon as the engine is started. If the warning light remains on or comes on whilst driving, this

means that the injection system is not working properly; in particular, if the warning light comes on constantly, this indicates a malfunction in the supply/ignition system that could cause excessive exhaust emissions, a possible loss of performance, poor driveability and high fuel consumption.

On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed. Under these conditions, the vehicle can continue travelling at mod-

erate speed without demanding excessive effort from the engine. Prolonged use of the car with the warning light on may cause damage. Contact your nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Service as soon as possible.

The warning light goes out after the fault is cleared, and the indication is stored in the system.

(amber)

Under normal conditions, the warning light comes on

when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but should go off

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NOTE (this information applies to petrol engine only)

If the warning light is flashing, this indicates that the catalytic converter may be damaged.

If the warning light comes on intermittently, release the accelerator pedal to lower the speed of the engine until the warning light stops flashing; continue the journey at moderate speed, trying to avoid driving conditions that may cause further flashing and contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service as soon as possible.

Contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service as soon as possible if the

up when the key is turned to MAR or if, while travelling, the warning light comes on either steadily or blinking (along with a message on the display). The operation of the warning light fic police using specific devices. Follow the laws in force in the country where you are driving.

warning light does not light

may be checked by the traf-

VDC system (amber)

If the warning light does not go out, or if it remains lit up when driving, contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service. On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed. If the warning light flashes when driving, this indicates that the VDC system is active.

ASR failure

This warning light comes on when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should go off after a few seconds. If the warning light does not go out, or if it remains lit up when driving, contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service. On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed. If the warning light flashes when driving, this indicates that the ASR system is active.

Hill Holder failure

This warning light comes on, on some versions together with the

symbol and a message in the display, in the event of a Hill Holder system failure. If this occurs, contact your nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Service.

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This warning light comes on when the ignition key is

turned to MAR, but it should go off after a few seconds.

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Alfa Romeo CODE/alarm system

on (on some versions together with a message in the display) to indicate the failure of the Alfa Romeo CODE or alarm system (for versions/markets, where provided): if this occurs, contact your nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Service as soon as possible.

Break-in attempt

If this warning light flashes or, on some versions, if the symbol appears in the display (together with the associated message) this indicates a break-in attempt. Contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service as soon as possible.

preset temperature. The engine may be started immediately after the warning light goes out.

IMPORTANT In mild or high temperature conditions, the warning light comes on for a very short time only.

failure (amber)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This warning light (or symbol on the display) comes

Glow plug preheating

(Diesel versions) (amber)

When the key is turned to MAR the warning light

comes on and it will go out when glow plugs reach the

Glowheater plugs preheating failure warning light (Diesel versions)

If this warning light flashes (on some versions together with a message in the display), this indicates a failure in the glowheater plugs preheating system. Contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service Provider as soon as possible to eliminate the fault.

Water in diesel fuel filter

presence of water in the diesel fuel filter.

comes on in the instrument panel (together with a message in the display) contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service as soon as possible to bleed the system. Water may have been introduced into the tank if this indication appears immediately after refuelling: in this case switch off the engine immediately and contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service.

(Diesel versions) (amber)

This warning light remains on constantly when driving

(together with a message in the display), to indicate the

The presence of water in the fuel system circuit may cause severe damage to the injection system and irregular engine operation. If the

warning light

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Possible presence of ice on the road

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below 3°C. On versions with “Multifunctional displays” only the dedicated message is shown.

IMPORTANT In the event of the failure of the outdoor temperature sensor, dashes are shown on the display instead of a temperature value.

system" in this chapter.

On versions equipped with “Reconfigurable multi-

functional displays ” a message + symbol on the dis-

play are shown when the outdoor temperature falls to or

Fuel lock

On some versions the display will show a message +

symbol if the fuel lock engages. For the fuel lock sys-

tem reactivation procedure see paragraph "Fuel cut-off

External lights failure

– daytime lights (DRL) – side lights – direction indicators – rear fog lights – number plate lights. The fault may be caused by: one or more burnt bulbs, a blown pro-

tection fuse or an interruption of the electrical connection.

tion fuse or an interruption of the electrical connection.

On some versions the display will show a message +

symbol if a fault is detected in one of the following

lights:

Brakes lights failure

On some versions the display will show a message +

symbol if a fault is detected in the brake lights. The

fault may be caused by a burnt bulb, a blown protec-

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Dusk sensor failur

bol in case of active shock absorber failure. Contact your nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Service as soon as possible.

(for versions/markets, where provided)

On some versions the display will show a message +

symbol if there is a fault in the dusk sensor.

Rain sensor failure

(for versions/markets, where provided)

On some versions the display will show a message +

symbol if there is a fault in the rain sensor.

Parking sensor failure

(for versions/markets, where provided)

On some versions the display will show a message +

symbol if there is a fault in the parking sensors.

Dynamic Suspension failure

(active shock absorber system)

(for versions/markets where provided)

On some versions, the display shows a message + sym-

Fuel reserve – Limited range (amber)

versions, the display will show a warning message.

comes on when the Cruise Control wheel is turned to the ON position (see the “Cruise Control” paragraph in this chapter). The display will show the dedicated message.

This warning light comes on when about 5 to 7 litres

of fuel are left in the tank. When the remaining range

is approx. 50 km (or equivalent value in miles), on some

If the warning light flashes with the vehicle in motion, contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service.

Cruise Control (green)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This warning light comes on when the key is turned

to MAR, but should go out after a few seconds if the

Cruise Control function is deactivated. The warning light

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Particulate trap filter blocked

The warning light comes on constantly to notify the driver that the DPF system needs to eliminate captured pollutants (particulate) by the regeneration process. The warning light does not come on during every DPF regeneration, but only when driving conditions require notification of the driver. To switch the warning light off, the car must stay in motion until regeneration has been completed. The process normally takes about 15 minutes. The optimum conditions to end the process are achieved by keeping the car in motion up to 60km/h with an engine speed higher than 2,000 rpm. This light coming on is not a car defect and therefore the car does not need to go to the workshop. A specific message will appear on the display when the warning light comes on (for versions/markets, where provided).

however, repeated interruption of the regeneration process may result in premature exhaustion of engine oil. For this reason it is always advisable to wait for the light to go off before turning off the engine, following the instructions appearing above. It is not advisable to complete DPF regeneration with the vehicle stationary.

(Diesel with DPF versions) (amber)

When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning

light switches on but it must switch off after a few seconds.

Always drive at a speed appropriate to the traffic conditions, the weather and speed limits. The engine may be turned off while the DPF light is on;

Speed limit exceeded (red)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

km/h. When the vehicle exceeds the speed limit set in the Setup Menu (e.g. 120 km/h), on some versions a message and symbol are shown in the display and a buzzer sounds.

This warning light (for versions/markets, where pro-

vided) comes on when the vehicle speed exceeds 120

General failure (amber)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

On some versions, this warning light comes on under the

following circumstances:

External lights failure

See description of

Brake lights failure

See description of “brake lights failure”.

Fuel lock

This warning light comes on when the fuel cut-off inertia switch is triggered. The display will show the dedicated message.

warning light.

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Start&Stop failure

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The warning light comes on when a Start&Stop failure is detected.

Rain sensor failure

(for versions/markets, where provided)

See description of

Parking sensor failure

(for versions/markets, where provided)

See description of

Dusk sensor failure

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This warning light comes on when a dusk sensor failure is detected.

warning light.

Insufficient tyre inflation pressure

play) (together with the sounding of a buzzer) if the tyre inflation pressure of one or more tyres goes below a preset value. In this way the T.P.M.S. system warns the driver that one or more tyres may be dangerously flat and liable to puncture.

IMPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or more tyres flat as vehicle driveability may be compromised. Stop the car, avoiding harsh braking or steering manoeuvres. Replace the wheel immediately with the spare wheel (for versions/markets, where provided) or carry out a repair using the dedicated kit (see the paragraph on “Replacing a wheel” in chapter 4) and contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service as soon as possible.

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This warning light (or symbol in the display) comes on

(on some versions together with a message on the dis-

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T.P.M.S. system failure (amber)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This warning light (or symbol in the display) comes on (on some versions together with a message in the display) when a fault is detected in the T.P.M.S tyre inflation pressure monitoring system: if this occurs, contact your nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Service as soon as possible. Should one or more wheels be fitted without sensors, the display will show a warning message until initial conditions are restored.

Check tyre inflation pressure

(for versions/markets, where provided)

If this warning light (or symbol in the display) comes on (on some versions together with a message in the display) this indicates that the tyre pressure is below the optimum value recommended to guarantee long tyre life and low fuel consumption. It may also indicate a slow loss of pressure. Should two or more tyres be discovered to be in the above mentioned condition, the display will show the indications corresponding to each tyre in sequence. Under these circumstances you should restore the correct pressure values (see chapter 6).

Display of selected driving mode (“Alfa DNA” system)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

On versions equipped with a “Reconfigurable multifunctional Display” a message + symbol associated with the selected driving mode - “DYNAMIC”, “NORMAL” or “ALL WEATHER” - is shown. A warning message is shown on the display if one of these driving modes is not available. On versions equipped with a “Multifunctional display” a letter (d or a) associated with the selected driving mode is shown together with a dedicated message.

Rear fog lights (amber)

This warning light comes on when the rear fog lights

are turned on.

Front fog lights (green)

This warning light comes on when the front fog lights

are turned on.

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Side lights (green)

Follow me home (green)

This warning light comes on (together with a message in the display), when this device is used.

This warning light comes on when the side lights are

turned on.

Dipped beam headlights (green)

This warning light comes on when the dipped beam

headlights are turned on.

Main beam headlights (blue)

This warning light comes on when the main beam head-

lights are turned on.

Left direction indicator (green)

This warning light comes on when the direction indi-

cator control lever is moved downwards and when the

hazard warning light button is pressed.

Right direction indicator (green)

This warning light comes on when the direction indi-

cator control lever is moved upwards and when the haz-

ard warning light button is pressed.

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DISPLAY

The car may be equipped with the multifunctional display/multifunctional reconfigurable display which, in accordance with the settings made, can display useful information when driving.

MULTIFUNCTIONAL DISPLAY “STANDARD” SCREEN fig. 6

The following information is shown on the display: A. Date B. Odometer (covered km or miles). C. Driving mode selected via “Alfa DNA” (dynamic vehicle con-

trol system) (for versions/markets, where provided) – d = Dynamic – n = Normal – a = All Weather

D. Clock (always displayed, even with ignition key removed and

the doors closed)

E. Start&Stop function indication (for versions/markets, where

provided) F. Outdoor temperature G. Gear Shift Indicator (for versions/markets, where provided) H. Headlight alignment position (with dipped beam headlights on

only) With the ignition key removed, when a door is opened/closed, the

display is activated and shows the time and total mileage (in km or miles) for a few seconds.

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RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTIONAL DISPLAY “STANDARD” SCREEN fig. 7

The following information is shown on the display: A. Time B. Partial mileage (in Km or miles) C. Odometer (distance travelled in kilometres/miles) D. Car conditions (e.g. doors open, ice on road, etc.)/Start&Stop

function indication (for versions/markets, where provided)/ Gear Shift Indicator (for versions/markets, where provided)

E. Headlight alignment position (with dipped beam headlights on

only).

F. Outdoor temperature

On some versions when the “DYNAMIC” driving mode is selected, the display shows the turbine pressure fig. 8.

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GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The “GSI” system (Gear Shift Indicator) advises the driver to change gear through the necessary indication on the instrument panel (see fig. 8a). Through the GSI, where provided, the driver is notified that the gear change will allow a reduction in fuel consumption. Therefore, for driving geared toward cutting fuel consumption, it is recommended to stick to Normal or All Weather mode and to follow, traffic conditions permitting, the suggestions of the Gear Shift Indicator.

When the SHIFT UP (

SHIFT) icon is shown on the display the

GSI suggests that the driver shift up a gear, whereas if the SHIFT

DOWN (

SHIFT) icon is displayed, the driver is advised to shift

down a gear.

NOTE The indication in the instrument panel remains on until the driver makes a gear change or until the driving conditions return to a situation where a gear change is not required to improve consumption.

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WELCOME MOVEMENT

On some versions, when the key is turned to MAR, the following occurs:

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quick movement (up and down) of the speedometer and rpm gauge;

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illumination of graphic symbols/display;

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an animated graphic representation of the vehicle profile appears on the display.

Gauge movement

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If the key is removed from the ignition switch whilst the gauges are moving, they immediately return to their initial position.

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Once they have reached the end-of-scale values the gauges rest on the value indicated by the vehicle.

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The movement of the gauges stops when the engine is started.

Illumination of graphic symbols/display

A few seconds after the key is inserted, the gauges, graphic symbols and display light up in sequence.

Display of graphic animation

When the key is removed from the ignition switch (with the doors closed), the display remains lit up and shows a graphic animation. The display illumination is then dimmed gradually until it goes out completely.

CONTROL BUTTONS fig. 9/9a

“+” or “ played menu and the related options upwards or to increase the displayed value

“MENU ESC”: press briefly to access the menu and/or go to next

“–” or “▼  displayed menu and the related options downwards or to decrease the value displayed.

▲ Ò

”(versions with Start&Stop system) To scroll the dis-

screen or confirm the required menu option. Hold down to go back to the standard screen.

“ (versions with Start&Stop system) to scroll the

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WARNING The buttons "+" and "–" (or “

▲ Ò

“ and “▼  versions with Start&Stop system) activate different functions depending on the following situations:

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to scroll the menu options upwards and downwards;

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to increase or decrease values during settings.

With the ignition key removed, when a door is opened, the display is activated and shows the total mileage (in km or miles) for a few seconds.

“ for

SETUP MENU

The menu comprises a series of items which can be selected using the + and – (or “

▲ Ò

“ and “

▼ “ for versions with

Start&Stop system) buttons to access the different selection and setting operations (setup) given in the following paragraphs. Some items also have a sub-menu. The setup menu can be activated by briefly pressing the MENU ESC button.

NOTE The following pages describe the buttons + and –. For the versions with Start&Stop system, the buttons are “ “▼ 

“.

▲ Ò

“ and

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The menu includes the following items: – MENU – SPEED BEEP – HEADL. SENSOR (for versions/markets, where provided) – RAIN SENSOR (for versions/markets, where provided) – TRIP B DATA – SET TIME – SET DATE – FIRST PAGE (for versions/markets, where provided) – SEE RADIO – AUTOCLOSE – UNITS – LANGUAGE – BUZZER VOLUME – BUTTON VOL. – BELT BUZZER – SERVICE – PASSENGER BAG – DAY LIGHTS – COURTESY LIGHTS – EXIT MENU

NOTE On vehicles equipped with radio-navigation systems (for versions/markets, where provided), some menu items are shown on the navigator display.

Selecting a main menu item without submenu:

– Briefly press the button MENU ESC to select the main menu option you wish to set.

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

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

Selecting a main menu item with submenu:

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to display the first submenu option;

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

– press briefly the MENU ESC button to select the displayed submenu option and to open the relevant setup menu;

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

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

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MENU ITEMS

This item allows you to access the Set-up Menu. Press the + or – button to select the various Menu items. Hold down the MENU ESC button to return to the standard screen.

Speed beep (Speed limit)

This function may be used to set the car speed limit (km/h or mph); when this limit is exceeded the driver is alerted. To set the speed limit, proceed as follows:

– briefly press the MENU ESC button, the display will show the words (Speed Beep);

– press button + or – to select speed limit activation (On) or deactivation (Off);

– when the function is activated (On), select the desired speed limit by pressing + or – and then press MENU ESC to confirm.

IMPORTANT The speed limit can be set at between 30 and 200 km/h, or 20 and 125 mph depending on the selected unit of measurement, see paragraph “Units of measurement”. The setting will increase/decrease by five units each time button +/– is pressed. Hold down the +/– button to increase/decrease the setting rapidly. Complete the setting by briefly pressing the button when you approach the required setting.

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without storing the new settings.

To cancel the setting, proceed as follows: – briefly press MENU ESC: (On) will flash on the display; – press the – button: (Off) will flash on the display; – briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen

or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without storing the new settings.

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Headlight sensor (Automatic/dusk sensor headlights sensitivity adjustment)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This function enables the headlights to come on or go off depending on external lighting conditions. The sensitivity of the dusk sensor can be adjusted according to 3 levels (level 1= minimum sensitivity, level 2= average sensitivity, level 3= maximum sensitivity); the greater the sensitivity set, the less the external light variation needed to control turning on the lights (e.g. with a level 3 setting at sunset the headlights are expected to come on in respect of levels 1 and 2).

Proceed as follows to set: – briefly press MENU ESC: the previously set level will flash on the

display; – press + or – to change the setting; – briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen

or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without storing the new settings.

Rain sensor (Rain sensor sensitivity adjustment)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

With this function it is possible to adjust the rain sensor sensitivity according to 4 levels.

To set the required sensitivity level proceed as follows: – briefly press MENU ESC: the previously set sensitivity level will

flash on the display; – press + or – to change the setting; – briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen

or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without storing the new settings.

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Trip B data (Trip B enablement)

Through this option it is possible to activate (On) or deactivate (Off) the Trip B (partial trip) display. For further information see the “Trip computer” paragraph.

For activation / deactivation, proceed as follows: – briefly press MENU ESC: (On) or (Off) will flash on the display

(according to previous setting); – press + or – to change the setting; – briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen

or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without storing the new settings.

Set time (Clock)

With this function it is possible to set the clock through two submenus: “Time” and “Mode”.

Proceed as follows: – briefly press MENU ESC: the display will show two sub-menus

“Time” and “Mode”; – press + or – to switch between the two sub-menus; – once you have selected a sub-menu, press MENU ESC briefly; – when accessing the “Time” submenu: briefly press MENU ESC:

“hours” will flash on the display; – press + or – to change the setting; – briefly press MENU ESC: “minutes” will flash on the display; – press + or – to change the setting.

IMPORTANT The setting increases or decreases by one unit each time + or – is pressed. Hold down the button to increase/decrease the setting rapidly. Complete the setting by briefly pressing the button when you are close to the required setting.

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– when accessing the “Mode” submenu: briefly press MENU ESC: the previously set display format will flash on the display;

– press + or – to select “24h” or “12h”. When you have made the required settings, briefly press MENU

ESC to go back to the sub-menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the main menu screen without storing the new settings.

– hold down MENU ESC to go back to the standard screen or main menu, depending on which point in the menu you have reached.

Set date

With this function it is possible to update the date (day - month year).

To update the date proceed as follows: – briefly press MENU ESC: “year” will flash on the display; – press + or – to change the setting; – briefly press MENU ESC: “month” will flash on the display; – press + or – to change the setting; – briefly press MENU ESC: “day” will flash on the display; – press + or – to change the setting.

IMPORTANT The setting increases or decreases by one unit each time + or – is pressed. Hold the button down to increase/decrease the setting rapidly. Complete the setting by briefly pressing the button when you approach the required setting.

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without storing the new settings.

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First page (Display of information on the initial screen)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This function allows you to choose the information you would like to see on the main screen. You can view the date or the trip mileage.

Proceed as follows: – briefly press MENU ESC: “Initial page” will appear on the dis-

play; – briefly press MENU ESC once again to show the display op-

tions: “Date” and “Engine info”; – press + or – to select the information you wish to see on the

main page of the display; – briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen

or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without storing the new settings.

When the key is turned to MAR and the initial check stage is over, the display will show the information selected via the “initial page” menu function.

See radio (Repeat audio information)

With this function the display repeats information relevant to the sound system.

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

– audio CD, MP3 CD: track number; – CD Changer: CD number and track number. To display (On) or remove (Off) radio system info proceed as

follows: – press MENU ESC briefly: (On) or (Off) will flash on the display

(according to previous setting); – press + or – to change the setting; – briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen

or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without storing the new settings.

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Autoclose (Automatic door lock operation with car running)

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

Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off:

-– briefly press MENU ESC to display a submenu; – briefly press MENU ESC: (On) or (Off) will flash on the display

(according to previous setting); – press + or – to change the setting; – briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the submenu

screen or hold the button down to go back to the main menu screen without storing the new settings;

– hold down MENU ESC to go back to the standard screen or main menu, depending on which point in the menu you have reached.

Units (Set unit of measurement)

This function may be used to set the units of measurement via three submenus: “Distances”, “Fuel consumption” and “Temperature”.

To set the required unit of measurement proceed as follows: – briefly press MENU ESC to display the three sub-menus; – press + or – to switch between the three sub-menus; – once you have selected a sub-menu you wish to update, press

MENU ESC briefly; – when accessing the “Distance” submenu: briefly press MENU

ESC: either “km” or “mi” will appear on the display (according to the previous setting);

– press + or – to change the setting; – when accessing the “Fuel consumption” submenu: briefly press

MENU ESC: either “km/l ”, “l/100km” or “mpg” will appear on the display (according to the previous setting);

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if the distance unit of measurement is set as “km”, the display enables the setting of the fuel consumption unit (km/l or l/100) to show the amount of fuel consumed.

If the distance unit of measurement is set as “mi” the fuel consumption unit of measurement will be displayed in “mpg”.

– press + or – to change the setting; – when accessing the “Temperature” submenu: briefly press MENU

ESC: either “°C” or “°F” will appear on the display according to the previous setting;

– press + or – to change the setting; When you have made the required settings, briefly press MENU

ESC to go back to the sub-menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the main menu screen without storing the new settings.

– hold down MENU ESC to go back to the standard screen or main menu, depending on which point in the menu you have reached.

Language (Selecting the language)

Messages on the display can be shown in the following languages: Italian, English, German, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Dutch, Turkish and Brazilian

To set the required language proceed as follows: – briefly press MENU ESC: the previously set “language” will flash

on the display; – press + or – to change the setting; – briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen

or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without storing the new settings.

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Buzzer volume (Adjusting the failure/warning buzzer volume)

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 MENU ESC: the previously set volume level will flash

on the display; – press + or – to change the setting; – briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen

or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without storing the new settings.

Button vol. (Button volume adjustment)

This function may be used to adjust the volume of the beep accompanying the activation of buttons MENU ESC, + and – (according to 8 levels).

To adjust the volume proceed as follows: – briefly press MENU ESC: the previously set volume level will flash

on the display; – press + or – to change the setting; – briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen

or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without storing the new settings.

On versions equipped with a reconfigurable multifunctional display, the volume level is represented by bars. A buzzer will sound during the adjustment procedure.

Belt buzzer (Buzzer activation for S.B.R. indication)

This function can only be displayed after an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service has deactivated the S.B.R. system (see the paragraph on“S.B.R. system” in chapter 2).

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Service (Scheduled servicing)

This function allows you to view information on car servicing depending on kilometres travelled or daily intervals. With the Service function it is also possible to view the interval (in kilometres or miles) before the next engine oil change is due.

This information can be consulted as follows: – briefly press MENU ESC: the display shows service requirements

in km or mi according to the previous setting (see paragraph “Distance unit of measurement”);

– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen.

IMPORTANT The “Planned Maintenance Programme” requires the vehicle to be serviced every 30,000 km (for petrol versions), or every 35,000 km (for diesel versions). This message is displayed automatically when the key is turned to MAR, from 2,000 km (or equivalent value in miles) from the mileage when the next service is due and is re-displayed every 200 km (or equivalent value in miles). The indications will appear more frequently when there are less than 200 km left. The indication will appear in kilometres or miles according to the unit of measurement settings. When the next scheduled service operation is approaching, the message “Service” will appear on the display followed by the number of kilometres or miles left, when the key is turned to MAR. Go to an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service where the “Scheduled Service” operations will be performed and the message will be reset.

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Passenger bag (Activation/Deactivation of passenger-side front Air bag and Side bag to protect chest/pelvis area)

This function can be used to activate/deactivate the passengerside air bag.

Proceed as follows: – briefly press MENU ESC and, after displaying the message “Bag

pass: Off) (to deactivate) or Bag pass: On) (to activate) by pressing the buttons + and –, press the MENU ESC again;

– the confirmation request message will be displayed; – press + or – to select (Yes) (confirming activation/deactivation)

or (No) (to abort); – briefly press MENU ESC to confirm the setting and go back to

the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without storing the new settings.

Day lights (D.R.L.)

This function allows you to activate/deactivate the daylight lights. Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off:

– briefly press MENU ESC to display a submenu; – briefly press MENU ESC: (On) or (Off) will flash on the display

(according to previous setting); – press + or – to change the setting; – briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the submenu

screen or hold the button down to go back to the main menu screen without storing the new settings;

– hold down MENU ESC to go back to the standard screen or main menu, depending on which point in the menu you have reached.

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Courtesy lights (Activation/deactivation of “Courtesy lights”)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This function allows the side lights, number plate lights and internal courtesy lights to be lit up for approximately 25 seconds when the doors or luggage compartment are opened using the remote control, with the following exceptions:

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interruption after 5 seconds following doors closure

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interruption following a locking operation using the remote control

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interruption following any operation using the remote control To activate / deactivate this function, proceed as follows: – briefly press MENU ESC: “On” or “Off” will flash on the dis-

play (according to previous setting); – press + or – to change the setting; – briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen

or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without storing the new settings.

Exit Menu

This is the last function that closes the setting cycle listed in the initial menu screen. Briefly press MENU ESC to go back to the standard screen without storing new settings. Press – to return to the first menu item.

TRIP COMPUTER

GENERAL FEATURES

The “Trip computer” is used to display information on car operation when the key is turned to MAR. This function allows you to define two separate trips called “Trip A” and “Trip B” to monitor the car’s complete mission (trip) in a mutually independent manner. Both functions can be reset (reset - start of new mission).

“Trip A” can be used to display figures relating to: – Range – Distance travelled – Average fuel consumption – Instantaneous fuel consumption – Average speed – Travel time (driving time). The “Trip B” function is used to display information relating to: – Distance travelled B – Average fuel consumption B – Average speed B – Travel time B (driving time). “Trip B” functions may be excluded (see paragraph on “Trip B on”).

“Range” and “Instantaneous fuel consumption” cannot be reset.

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Values displayed

Range

Approximately indicates the distance the vehicle can travel with the present amount of fuel in the tank.

The message “- - - -” will appear on the display in the following cases:

– range value lower than 50 km (or 30 mi) – car left parked with the engine running for a long time.

IMPORTANT Changes in the range value can be affected by many factors: driving style, type of route (motorway, urban road, mountain road, etc.), vehicle use conditions (load being carried, tyre inflation pressure, etc.). The above notes should therefore be taken into consideration when planning a trip.

Distance travelled

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

Average fuel consumption

This value shows the approximate average fuel consumption from the start of the new mission.

Instantaneous fuel consumption

This indicates any change in fuel consumption. The value is constantly updated. The message “- - - -” will appear on the display if the car is parked with the engine running.

Average speed

This value shows the average speed of the car based on the overall time elapsed since the start of the new mission.

Trip time

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

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Information displayed

Each time a value is displayed, the following information is shown:

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animated icon in the upper part of the display (A-fig. 10);

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the word “Trip” (or “Trip A” or “Trip B”) (B);

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the name, value and unit of measurement of the selected pa-

rameter (e.g. “Range 1500 km”) (C). After a few seconds the name and value of the selected parame-

ter is replaced by an icon (see fig. 11).

The icons relating to the various parameters are as follows:

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”Range”;

“Average fuel consumption A” (if Trip A is active, or “B” if Trip B is active);

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“Distance A” (if Trip A is active, or “B” if Trip B is active);

“Instantaneous fuel consumption”;

“Average speed A” (if Trip A is active, or “B” if Trip B is active);

“Trip time A” (if Trip A is active, or “B” if Trip B is active);

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TRIP 0.00 button

This is located on the right-hand lever fig. 12. With the ignition key turned to MAR, this button allows you to view the previously described parameters and also zero them to begin a new mission:

– brief press: display parameters; – prolonged press: reset parameters and start a new mission.

New mission

The new mission begins after: – “manual” resetting by the user, by pressing the relevant button; – “automatic” resetting, when the “Trip distance” reaches

99999.9 km or when the “Travel time” reaches 999.59 (999 hours and 59 minutes);

– disconnection/reconnection of the battery.

IMPORTANT If the reset operation is carried out when “Trip A” is being displayed, only the information associated with this function is reset.

IMPORTANT If the reset operation is carried out when “Trip B” is being displayed, only the information associated with this function is reset.

Start trip procedure

With ignition key turned to MAR, carry out the reset operation by pressing and holding down the TRIP 0.00 button for longer than 2 seconds.

Exit Trip

You can automatically exit the TRIP function once all the values have been displayed, or by holding the MENU ESC button down for more than 1 second.

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SYMBOLS

Some vehicle components have coloured labels whose symbols indicate precautions to be observed when using this component. There is also a label under the bonnet that summarises all the symbols.

ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEM

This is an electrical engine locking system which increases protection against an attempted theft of the car. It is automatically activated when the ignition key is extracted. Each key contains an electronic device which modulates the signal emitted during ignition by an antenna built into the ignition device. This signal is the ‘password’ which changes at each ignition and which the control unit uses to recognise the key and enable ignition.

OPERATION

Each time the car is started by turning the ignition key to MAR, the Alfa Romeo CODE system control unit sends an acknowledgement code to the engine management 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 key. Each time the ignition key is turned to STOP, the Alfa Romeo CODE system deactivates the functions of the engine management control unit. If the code is not recognised correctly during ignition, the

warning light comes on in the instrument panel. In this case turn the key to STOP and then to MAR; if the lock persists try again with the spare set of keys. If you are still unable to start the engine contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service.

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Warning light Ycomes on when driving

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If the

warning light comes on, this means that the system is running a self-diagnosis test (caused, for example, by a voltage drop).

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If the Ywarning light remains on, contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service.

The electronic components inside the key may be damaged if the key is submitted to sharp knocks.

THE KEYS

CODE CARD

(for versions/markets, where provided)

A CODE card fig.13 is provided together with the keys. On the card you will find a mechanical code A and an electronic code B. Keep the codes in a safe place, not in the vehicle.

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KEY WITHOUT REMOTE CONTROL

The metal insert A-fig.14 operates:

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the ignition switch;

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the door locks;

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the opening and closing of the fuel cap.

KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The metal insert A-fig.15 operates:

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the ignition switch;

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the door locks;

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the opening and closing of the fuel cap.

Press button B to open/close the metal insert.

Press button B-fig. 15 only after moving the key away from your body, especially your eyes, and

from objects which could get damaged (e.g. your clothes). Do not leave the key unattended, because someone, a child especially, may accidentally press the button while handling the key.

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Door and luggage compartment lock release

Briefly press button timed lighting of interior courtesy lights and double flashing of direction indicators (for versions/markets, where provided). Door locks are automatically released in the event of the intervention of the fuel cut-off system. Once the doors are locked, if one or more doors or the luggage compartment are not closed correctly, the led and direction indicators start flashing quickly.

Door and luggage compartment locking

Briefly press button switching off of interior courtesy lights and single flashing of direction indicators (for versions/markets, where provided). If one or more doors are open, the doors will not be locked. This situation is indicated by a rapid flashing of the direction indicators (for versions/markets, where provided). If the luggage compartment is open, the doors will, however, be locked. When a speed of over 20 km/h is reached, the doors are automatically locked if this specific function was set (only on versions with multi-functional reconfigurable display). When locking the doors, led A-fig. 16 switches on for several seconds and than starts flashing (deterrence function).

: door and luggage compartment lock release,

: door and luggage compartment locking with

Opening the luggage compartment

Press the distance. Luggage compartment opening is indicated by double flashing of direction indicators.

REQUESTING ADDITIONAL REMOTE CONTROLS

The system acknowledges up to 8 remote controls. If you ever require a new remote control, contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service and bring your CODE card (for versions/markets, where provided), some ID and the vehicle ownership documents with you.

button to open the luggage compartment from a

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REPLACING THE BATTERY IN THE KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL

Proceed as follows:

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press button A-fig. 17 and bring the metal insert B into the open position; turn screw C :using a small point screwdriver;

❍

remove the battery holder case D and replace battery E respecting the polarity; reinsert case D into the key and secure

it by turning screw C to

Used batteries are harmful to the environment.

They should be disposed of as specified by law in

special containers or taken to an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service, which will take care of their disposal.

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SAFE LOCK DEVICE

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This safety device inhibits the operation of the interior door handles and the door locking/unlocking button. We recommend that you activate this device each time you park your car.

Engaging the system

The system is enabled on all the doors by quickly double-pressing theÁbutton on the key. Theengagement of the system is indicated by three flashes of the direction indicators and the flashing of LED A-fig. 18. The device will not engage if one or more doors are not closed correctly.

Disengaging the system

The system disengages automatically by:

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opening the driver-side door using the metal insert;

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pressing the Ëbutton on the remote control;

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turning the ignition key to MAR.

Once the safe lock system is engaged it is impossible to open the doors from inside the vehicle. Be-

fore engaging the system please therefore check that there is no one left on board. If the battery in the key with the remote control is flat, the device may only be turned off by inserting the metal part of the key into the door catch.

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The main functions that can be activated with the keys (with or without remote control) are as follows:

Type of key

Key without remote control

Key with remote control

Direction indicators flashing (only for key with remote control) Deterrence led

Unlocking the doors

Turn key anticlockwise (driver’s side) Turn key anticlockwise (driver’s side)

Briefly press

button

blinks twice

Off

Locking the doors

from the outside

Turn key clockwise (driver’s side) Turn key clockwise (driver’s side)

Briefly press

button

blinks once

Turning on glowing steadily for about 3 seconds followed by deterrence flashing

Safe lock activation

(for versions/ markets,

where provided)

–

Double pressing

button

3 blinks

Double flashing, followed by deterrence flashing

Tailgate opening

Briefly press button

blinks twice

Deterrent flashing

–

IMPORTANT The windows will be opened when the doors are unlocked; the windows will be closed when the doors are locked.

Windows down

(for versions/markets,

where provided)

–

Hold down (for more than 2 seconds) button

blinks twice

Off

Windows up

(for versions/markets,

where provided)

–

Hold down (for more than 2 seconds) button

blinks once

Deterrence LED blinks

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ALARM

ALARM TRIPPING

The alarm trips in the following cases:

❍

illegal opening of doors/bonnet/luggage compartment (perimeter protection);

❍

illegal operation of ignition system (ignition key rotated to MAR);

❍

when the battery cables are cut;

❍

when someone is moving inside the passenger compartment (volume-sensing protection);

❍

anomalous lifting/tilting of the vehicle (for versions/markets, where provided).

The tripping of the alarm is indicated by a sound and a visual display (flashing of the direction indicators for several seconds). The alarm triggering methods may vary according to the market. There is a maximum number of acoustic/visual cycles. When this is reached the system returns to normal operation.

IMPORTANT The engine inhibitor function is guaranteed by the Alfa Romeo CODE, which is automatically activated when the ignition key is extracted from the ignition switch.

(for versions/markets, where provided)

ACTIVATING THE ALARM

With the doors and bonnet closed and the ignition key either turned to STOP or removed, direct the key with the remote control towards the vehicle and press button for specific markets, the system produces a visual and acoustic warning and enables door locking. Before the alarm is enabled, a self-diagnosis test is run. in the event of a fault, the system emits a further acoustic and/or visual warning via the LED on the dashboard. If after the alarm is activated, a second acoustic warning is emitted and/or the LED on the dashboard flashes, wait about 4 seconds and then deactivate the alarm by pressing the doors, bonnet and luggage compartment are closed correctly and then reactivate the system by pressing If the alarm produces an acoustic signal even when the doors, bonnet and boot are correctly closed, a failure has occurred in system operation. Contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service.

. Except on some versions

, check that

IMPORTANT the alarm is configured to comply with the regulations existing in different countries.

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SWITCHING OFF THE ALARM

Press the Ëbutton. The following operations are performed (excluding some versions for specific markets):

❍

the direction indicators flash twice;

❍

two brief acoustic signals are emitted;

❍

the doors are unlocked.

IMPORTANT If the central door locking system is engaged using the metal insert of the key, the alarm is not disabled.

VOLUME SENSING/ANTI-TILT PROTECTION

To guarantee the correct operation of the protection, close the side windows and any sunroof completely (for versions/markets, where provided). To disable the function press button A-fig. 20 before activating the alarm. The deactivation of the function is indicated by the LED on button A flashing for several seconds. Any disabling of the volume sensing/anti-tilt protection must be repeated each time the instrument panel is switched off.

DISABLING THE ALARM

To permanently disable the alarm (e.g. during a lengthy period of idleness), lock the vehicle by turning the metal insert of the key with remote control in the lock.

IMPORTANT If the battery of the key with the remote control goes flat or the system fails, the alarm can be switched off by placing the key in the ignition switch and turning it to MAR.

fig. 20

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IGNITION DEVICE

The key can be turned to three different positions fig. 21:

❍

STOP: the engine is off, the key can be extracted, the steering is locked. Some electrical devices (e.g. car radio, central door locking system, alarm, etc.) are enabled;

❍

MAR: driving position. All electrical devices are enabled;

❍

AVV: engine start-up.

The ignition switch is fitted with an electronic safety system that requires the ignition key to be turned back to STOP if the engine will not start, before the starting operation can be repeated.

If the ignition switch is tampered with (e.g.: attempted theft), have it checked over by an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service as soon as possible.

Always remove the key when you leave your car to prevent someone from accidentally operating the controls. Remember to engage the handbrake.

Engage 1stgear if the car is parked uphill or reverse if the car is parked downhill. Never leave children unattended in the car.

fig. 21

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STEERING COLUMN LOCK Engagement

When the key is at STOP, remove the key and turn the steering wheel until it locks.

Disengagement

Move the steering wheel slightly as you turn the ignition key to MAR.

It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any aftermarket operation involving steering system or

steering column modifications (e.g.: installation of anti-theft device). This could badly affect performance and safety, invalidate the warranty and also result in the noncompliance of the car with approval requirements.

Never remove the key while the vehicle is moving. The steering wheel would lock as soon as the steering wheel is turned. This also applies to cases in

which the car is towed.

SEATS

FRONT SEATS fig. 22

All adjustments must be made with the car stationary.

Longitudinal adjustment

Lift lever A and push the seat forwards or backwards: your arms should rest on the steering wheel rim while you are driving.

After releasing the adjustment lever, always check that the seat is locked on the runners by trying

to move it back and forth. If it is not locked, the seat may move unexpectedly and make you lose control of the car.

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Height adjustment

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Move lever B up or down until the required height is achieved.

IMPORTANT Carry out the adjustment whilst seated in the driver’s seat.

Adjusting backrest inclination

Rotate knob C until the required position is reached.

For maximum safety, keep the back of your seat upright, lean back into it and make sure the seat belt fits closely across your chest and hips.

Lumbar adjustment

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Rotate knob D until the required position is reached.

Backrest tilt

To access the rear seats lift handle E upwards: this tilts the backrest and you can then slide the seat forward by pushing the backrest. Moving back the back rest will return the seat to its original position.

Check that the seat is firmly locked in the runners by trying to move it back and forth.

fig. 22

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Seat warming

(for versions/markets, where provided)

With the key turned to MAR, press buttons A or B-fig. 23 to activate/deactivate the function. When the function is enabled, the LED on the buttons will light up.

EASY ENTRY

This function allows easy access to the rear seats. To reach the rear seats, lift up handle E-fig. 22 and move the seat backrest forward: the seat will automatically move forward. Bringing the backrest back to its normal position will move the seat back to its original position. If the backrest encounters an obstacle when moving back (e.g. the knees of the passenger in the back seat), the seat will stop, move forwards by a few centimetres and then stop in this position.

fig. 23

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HEAD RESTRAINTS

FRONT HEAD RESTRAINTS

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

❍

upward adjustment: raise the head restraint until you hear it click

❍

downward adjustment: press button A-fig. 24 and lower the head restraint.

To remove the head restraint:

❍

raise the head restraint to its maximum height;

❍

press buttons A and B-fig. 24 and then remove the head restraint by sliding it upwards.

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.

“Anti-Whiplash” device

The head restraints are equipped with an “Anti-Whiplash” device, which is able to reduce the distance between the passenger’s head and the head restraint in the event of a rear impact, thus mitigating the “whiplash” effect. If pressure is exerted on the backrest at torso or hand height the head restraint may move: this behaviour is caused by the system and should not be considered a malfunction.

fig. 24

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REAR HEAD RESTRAINTS

Two height-adjustable head restraints are provided for the back seats (to adjust the height see the previous paragraph). On some versions a head restraint is also provided for the central seat.

To remove the head restraints:

❍

raise the head restraint to its maximum height;

❍

press button A fig. 25 and then remove the head restraint by sliding it upwards.

STEERING WHEEL

The steering wheel can be adjusted axially and vertically. To carry out the adjustment: release lever A-fig. 26 by pushing it

forward (position 1) and adjust the steering wheel. Then lock lever A by pulling it towards the steering wheel (position 2).

Any steering wheel position adjustment should on-

ly be carried out with the car stationary and the

engine turned off.

fig. 25

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fig. 26

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It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any aftermarket operation involving steering system or

REARVIEW MIRRORS

INTERNAL MIRROR

Operate lever A-fig. 27 to adjust the mirror into two different positions: normal or antiglare.

Some versions are equipped with an electro-chrome mirror with an ON/OFF fig. 27a switch to activate/deactivate the electro-chrome function. Engaging reverse gear automatically sets the mirror for daylight use.

fig. 27

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DOOR MIRRORS

As the driver’s door mirror is curved, it may slightly alter the perception of distance.

Adjusting the mirror

Door mirrors can be adjusted/folded away only if the ignition key is in the MAR position. Select the mirror you wish to adjust using device A-fig. 28:

❍

device in position 1: left-hand mirror selected;

❍

device in position 2: right-hand mirror selected.

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

IMPORTANT Once adjustment is complete, rotate device A to position 0 to prevent accidental movements.

Electric mirror folding

(for versions/markets, where provided)

To fold back the mirrors press button C-fig. 28. Press the button once again to bring the mirrors back to the driving position.

Manual mirror folding

If required, the mirrors can be folded back manually from position 1-fig. 29 to position 2.

IMPORTANT When driving, the mirrors should always be in position 1.

fig. 28

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fig. 29

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CLIMATIC COMFORT

fig. 30

VENTS fig. 30

1. Fixed upper vent - 2. Adjustable central vents - 3. Fixed side vents - 4. Adjustable side vents - 5. Lower vents for front seats -

6. Lower vents for rear seats.

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HEATING/CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

fig. 31

CONTROLS fig. 31

A Air temperature adjustment knob

(red = hot/blue = cold);

B Fan activation/speed adjustment knob

0 = fan off

1-2-3 = fan speed

= maximum fan speed

4 C air distribution knob

air flow towards driver/passenger;

air flow towards driver/passenger and feet area;

air flow towards front and rear feet area;

air flow towards feet area and windscreen;

air flow towards windscreen D Air recirculation on/off button E climate control on/off button

(only versions with manual climate control system) F heated rear windscreen on/off button

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PASSENGER COMPARTMENT VENTILATION

Proceed as follows to adjust the ventilation:

❍

turn knob A to the blue section;

❍

press button D to disable the air recirculation system (the LED on the button should be off);

❍

turn knob C to ¶;

❍

turn knob B to the required speed.

CLIMATE CONTROL (cooling) (only present on versions with manual climate control)

Proceed as follows to cool the passenger compartment:

❍

turn knob A to the blue section;

❍

press button D to enable the air recirculation system (the LED on the button should be on);

❍

turn knob C to ¶;

❍

press button E to switch on the climate control system and turn knob B to at least 1 (1 ment more quickly; turn knob B to 4

Adjusting cooling

❍

turn knob A to the right to increase the temperature;

❍

press button D to disable the air recirculation system (the LED on the button should be off);

❍

turn knob B to reduce the fan speed.

speed); to cool the passenger compart-

(maximum fan speed).

WARMING THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT

Proceed as follows:

❍

turn knob A to the red section;

❍

turn knob C to the desired symbol;

❍

turn knob B to the required speed;

Rapid heating

Proceed as follows to rapidly heat the passenger compartment:

❍

turn knob A to the red section;

❍

press button D to enable the air recirculation system;

❍

turn knob C to

❍

turn knob B to 4

Then use the controls to maintain the required comfort conditions and press button D to turn air recirculation off (button led off) and to prevent misting up.

IMPORTANT When the engine is cold, it takes a few minutes to obtain fast heating.

;

(maximum fan speed).

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FRONT WINDOW FAST DEMISTING/DEFROSTING (WINDSCREEN AND SIDE WINDOWS)

The climate control system is very useful to make window demisting faster. Adjust the controls as described previously and switch on the climate control system by pressing button E.

Proceed as follows:

❍

turn knob A to the red section;

❍

turn knob B to 4

❍

turn knob C to

❍

press button D to disable the air recirculation system (the LED

(maximum fan speed);

;

on the button should be off);

After demisting/defrosting, operate the controls to restore the required comfort.

Window demisting

The climate control system is very useful in preventing the windows from misting up in the event of high levels of humidity. In the event of considerable outside moisture and/or rain and/or considerable differences in temperature inside and outside the passenger compartment, perform the following preventive demisting procedure:

❍

turn knob A to the red section;

❍

press button D to disable the air recirculation system (the LED on the button should be off);

❍

turn knob C to

if demisting does not take place

❍

turn knob B to the 2

with the possibility of moving it to position

speed.

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DEMISTING/DEFROSTING OF HEATED REAR WINDSCREEN

Press button F ( tion is automatically deactivated after 20 minutes. For versions/markets, where fitted, pressing the activates the defrosting and defogging of the external rearview mirrors, the heated windscreen (where fitted) and the heated spray nozzles (where fitted).

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

) to activate/deactivate the function. The func-

(

button also

AIR RECIRCULATION

Press button D ( is advisable to switch air recirculation on while standing in traffic or in tunnels to prevent the introduction of polluted air. Do not use the function for a long time, particularly if there are many passengers on board, to prevent the windows from misting up.

IMPORTANT The air recirculation system makes it possible to reach the required “heating” or “cooling” conditions faster. Do not use the air recirculation function on rainy/cold days as it would considerably increase the possibility of the windows misting inside.

LOOKING AFTER THE SYSTEM

Run the climate control system for at least 10 minutes every month during the winter. Have the system checked by an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service before the summer.

) so that the LED on the button lights up. It

E F GA B C

N H

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TWO-ZONE AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

E climate control system off button; F button for activating the MAX-DEF function (fast front window

defrosting/demisting); G heated rear windscreen on/off button;

fig. 32

CONTROLS fig. 32

A button for activating the MONO function (alignment of set tem-

peratures) driver/passenger; B climate control compressor on/off button; C air recirculation system on/off button; D display;

(for versions/markets, where provided)

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H AUTO function activation button (automatic operation) and pas-

senger-side temperature adjustment knob; I air distribution button on passenger side; L fan speed increase/decrease; M Air distribution button on driver side; N AUTO (automatic operation) function activation button and

knob for adjusting temperature on driver side.

DESCRIPTION

The two-zone automatic climate control system regulates the temperature in the passenger compartment in two areas: the driver’s side and the passenger’s side. In other words, the system keeps the comfort level inside the car constant and compensates for any variations in external conditions, including sun radiation detected by a specific sensor.

The automatically controlled parameters and functions are:

❍

air temperature delivered to driver/front passenger vents;

❍

air distribution to driver/front passenger vents;

❍

fan speed (continuous air flow variation);

❍

compressor fan on (for cooling/dehumidifying the air);

❍

air recirculation.

All these functions can be adjusted manually by operating the system and selecting one or more functions and modifying their parameters. Automatic control of the manually changed functions will be suspended: the system will only override your settings for safety reasons.

Manual selections always have higher priority than automatic settings and are stored until the user switches the system back to automatic control by pressing AUTO, except for cases in which the system intervenes for safety reasons.

You can adjust one function manually without affecting the automatic control of the others. The amount of air introduced into the passenger compartment is not affected by vehicle speed; it is electronically controlled by a fan. The air temperature is always automatically controlled according to the temperature shown on the display (except for when the system is off or in certain conditions when the compressor is not running).

The system can be programmed manually :

❍

air temperature on driver’s/passenger’s side;

❍

fan speed (continuous variation);

❍

air distribution to 7 positions (driver/passenger);

❍

climate control compressor ON;

❍

single-zone/two-zone distribution priority;

❍

fast demisting/defrosting function;

❍

air recirculation;

❍

heated rear windscreen;

❍

system deactivation.

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SWITCHING ON THE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

The system can be switched on in several ways: we recommend pressing one of the AUTO buttons and turning the knob to the required temperature. It is also possible to select different temperatures for the driver and passenger side to a maximum temperature difference of 7°C. In this way the system operates completely automatically to adjust the temperature, quantity and distribution of the air introduced into the passenger compartment. It also manages the air recirculation system and the enablement of the air conditioning compressor. Manual intervention is only required for the following functions during fully automatic operation:

❍

MONO, to align the air temperature and distribution set on the passenger’s side with that on the driver’s side;

❍ T ❍ -

❍ (

air recirculation (to keep it always on or always off);

to speed up demisting/defrosting of windscreen, rear win-

dow and external rearview mirrors;

to demist/defrost the heated rear windscreen and door mir-

rors.

During automatic operation the set temperatures, the air distribution and fan speed can be changed at any time using the corresponding buttons or knobs: the system will automatically change the settings to adapt to the new request.

During fully automatic operation (FULL AUTO), the word FULL will disappear if the air distribution, air speed, compressor and/or recirculation settings are changed.

In this way the climate control system will continue to automatically manage all functions except for those that have been manually adjusted. There is only one fan speed in all the areas of the passenger compartment.

ADJUSTING THE AIR TEMPERATURE

Turn knob N or H to the right or left to adjust the air temperature: knob N for the front left-hand area, knob H for the front righthand area of the passenger compartment. The set temperatures are shown on the display. Press the MONO button to align the air temperature between the two areas: to set the same temperature turn knob N. To return to separate management of air temperature and distribution between the two areas, turn knob N or H or press the MONO button once again (the LED on the button should be lit up). Turn the knobs fully clockwise or counter-clockwise to engage respectively HI (maximum heating) or LO (maximum cooling). To deactivate these functions, rotate the temperature knob to the desired temperature.

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SETTING THE AIR DISTRIBUTION

By pressing these buttons you can manually choose between 7 possible air distribution settings for the right and left-hand side of the passenger compartment:

Air flow to the windscreen and front side window vents to

demist/defrost them.

Air flow from central and side dashboard vents to ventilate

the chest and the face during the hot season.

Air flow to the front and rear foot well vents. This air distribu-

tion mode heats the passenger compartment most quickly, giv-

ing a prompt sensation of warmth.

Air flow distributed between foot well vents (hotter air) and

central and side dashboard vents (cooler air). This distribution

mode is particularly useful in spring and autumn on a sunny

day.

Air flow distributed between foot well vents and windscreen

and front side window defrosting/demisting vents. This allows

an adequate warming of the passenger compartment and pre-

vents the windows from misting up.

Air flow distribution between windscreen demisting/defrosting

vents and side and central dashboard vents. This allows air

to be sent to the windscreen in conditions of strong sunlight.

Air flow distribution to all vents on the vehicle.

In FULL AUTO mode the climate control system automatically manages the air distribution; the LEDs on the I and M buttons should be off. When set manually, the set distribution is shown by the LEDs on the selected buttons. In combined function mode the relevant function is enabled simultaneously with those already set by pressing the corresponding button. If a button is pressed for a function that is active, the operation is cancelled and the corresponding LED goes off. To restore automatic air distribution control after making a manual setting, press the AUTO button. When the driver selects air distribution to the windscreen, the air distribution on the passenger’s side is also aligned to the windscreen. The passenger can select a different distribution mode by pressing the corresponding buttons.

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REGULATING THE FAN SPEED

Press button L to increase/decrease the fan speed. The fan speed is shown by the lit-up bars on the display:

❍

max fan speed = all bars lit up;

❍

min fan speed = one bar lit up.

The fan can only be excluded if the climate control compressor has been switched off by pressing button B.

IMPORTANT To restore automatic fan speed control after a manual adjustment, press the AUTO button.

AUTO BUTTONS

Press the AUTO buttons to make the system automatically adjust the quantity and distribution of the air introduced into the passenger compartment. All previous manual settings will be cancelled. This condition is indicated by the words FULL AUTO on the display. By manually adjusting at least one of the functions automatically managed by the system (air recirculation, fan speed or compressor on/off), the word FULL will disappear from the display, indicating that the system is no longer automatically controlling all the functions (the temperature will still be controlled automatically by the system).

IMPORTANT If the system is unable to reach/maintain the required temperature in the various areas of the passenger compartment, the set temperature will flash and after approximately 1 minute the word AUTO will disappear.

To restore automatic system control after one or more manual adjustments, press the AUTO button.

THE MONO BUTTON

Press the MONO button to align the passenger-side air temperature with that of the driver’s side. In this way it is also possible to set the air distribution between the two areas by turning knob N. This function makes temperature regulation easier when the driver is travelling alone. To return to separate management of the air temperature and distribution, turn knob H to set the temperature for the passenger side or press the MONO button (the LED on the button should be lit up).

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AIR RECIRCULATION

Air recirculation works according to the following operating logics:

❍

automatic engagement: press one of the AUTO buttons. En-

gagement is indicated by the word AUTO appearing on the

display;

❍

forced engagement (air recirculation always on): this is indi-

cated by the LED on button C lighting up and by the symbol

appearing on the display;

❍

forced disengagement (air recirculation always off, air drawn

from the outside): this is indicated by the LED on button C go-

ing out and by the symbol

engagement/disengagement can be selected by pressing but-

ton C.

IMPORTANT The air recirculation system makes it possible to reach the required heating/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 up inside (especially if the climate control system is off). When the outside temperature is low, recirculation is forced off (air drawn from the outside) to prevent the windows misting up. In automatic operation, inside air recirculation is controlled automatically by the system according to outside environmental conditions. When manual recirculation is set, the word FULL disappears from the display and AUTO disappears from the icon.

appearing on the display; Forced

It is advisable not to use the air recirculation function when the outside temperature is low to prevent the windows from rapidly misting up.

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM COMPRESSOR

Press button B to activate/deactivate the compressor. The deactivation of the climate control compressor remains in the system memory even when the engine has been stopped. When the compressor is switched off the system deactivates air recirculation to prevent the windows from misting up. In this case, although the system is capable of maintaining the required temperature, the word FULL will disappear from the display. If, however, the system is unable to maintain the required temperature, the temperature indication flashes and the word AUTO disappears.

IMPORTANT With the climate control compressor off, it is not possible to admit air into the passenger compartment with a temperature below the outside temperature; moreover, under certain environmental conditions the windows could mist up very quickly since the air cannot be dehumidified.

To restore automatic control for switching on the climate control compressor, press button B again or press the AUTO button.

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With climate control compressor off:

❍

if the outside temperature is higher than the set one, the system will not be able to satisfy the request. The temperature value will then flash on the display for a few seconds and the word AUTO will disappear;

❍

the fan speed can be manually reset.

With the compressor on and the engine running, the fan speed cannot be lower than one bar on the display.

RAPID WINDOW DEMISTING/DEFROSTING (MAX-DEF function)

Press button F to activate rapid windscreen and side window demisting/defrosting. The climate control system carries out the following operations:

❍

switches on the climate control compressor when climatic conditions allow;

❍

disables air recirculation;

❍

sets maximum air temperature (HI) in both areas;

❍

engages the fan at a speed based on the engine coolant temperature;

❍

directs air flow to the windscreen and front side window vents;

❍

switches on the heated rear windscreen.

IMPORTANT the MAX-DEF function remains on for approximately 3 minutes from the moment the engine coolant reaches a suitable temperature.

When the function is engaged the words FULL AUTO disappear from the display. With the function activated the only possible manual adjustments are the regulation of the fan speed and the disengagement of the heated rear windscreen.

Pressing buttons B, C, F or AUTO switches off the MAX-DEF function and restores the previous settings.

DEMISTING/DEFROSTING OF HEATED REAR WINDSCREEN

Press button G to activate heated rear windscreen demisting/defrosting. This function switches off automatically after about 20 minutes or when the engine is turned off. It is not switched on automatically the next time the engine is started. For versions/markets, where fitted, pressing the activates the defrosting and defogging of the external rearview mirrors, the heated windscreen (where fitted) and the heated spray nozzles (where fitted).

IMPORTANT Do not affix stickers to the inside of the rear window over the heating filaments, to avoid damage that might cause them to stop working properly.

(

button also

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SWITCHING OFF THE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM

Press the OFF button. With the climate control system switched off:

❍

air recirculation is on, thus isolating the passenger compartment

from the outside;

❍

the compressor is off;

❍

the fan is off.

❍

the heated rear windscreen can be switched on or off.

IMPORTANT The climate control system control unit will store the temperatures set before turning off and will restore them when any button is pressed (except button G); if the function corresponding to the button pressed is off it will be turned on; if on, it will be kept active.

To restart the climate control system in fully automatic mode press AUTO.

ADDITIONAL HEATER (only for diesel versions)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This device speeds up passenger compartment warming when it is very cold. The additional heater turns off automatically after reaching the required comfort conditions.

Automatic two-zone climate control system

The additional heater is turned on automatically by turning the ignition to MAR

Manual heater and manual climate control system

The additional heater is activated automatically by turning knob A to the end of the red section and setting the fan (knob B) to at least the 1stspeed.

IMPORTANT NOTES The heater only works if the outside temperature and engine coolant

temperature are low. The heater will not activate if the battery voltage is too low.

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EXTERNAL LIGHTS

LEFT-HAND LEVER fig. 33

The left-hand lever operates most of the external lights. The external lights can only be switched on when the ignition key is at MAR. The instrument panel and the various controls on the dashboard will come on when the external lights are switched on.

DAYLIGHT LIGHTS (D.R.L.)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

With the ignition key turned to MAR and selector wheel A turned to position and internal illumination remain off. With regards to switching on the Daylight lights, see the “Menu Items” paragraph in this chapter. If the function is disabled, no lights are switched on when selector wheel A is turned to position

the daylight lights are activated; the other lights

SIDE LIGHTS/DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS

With the ignition key turned to MAR, turn selector wheel A to

. The daylight lights are switched off and the side lights and dipped beam headlights are switched on. The

warning light on the instru-

ment panel will come on at the same time.

AUTOMATIC LIGHTING CONTROL (AUTOLIGHT) (Dusk sensor)

(for versions/markets, where provided)

THIS is an infra-red LED sensor that works in conjunction with the rain sensor and is fitted on the windscreen. It is able to detect variations in outside lighting based on the sensitivity settings selected in the Set-up Menu: the higher the sensitivity, the lower the amount of external light needed to switch the lights on. The system consists of two sensors: one multi-directional sensor able to detect light from above, and one directional sensor able to detect the light in the vehicle’s path: this allows the system to recognise tunnels, roads and galleries. The dusk sensor is activated by turning selector wheel A-fig. 33 to

. In this way the side lights

and dipped beam headlights are both switched on automatically according to the outside light level.

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IMPORTANT the sensor is not able to detect the presence of fog. The fog lights must therefore be switched on manually if required.

When the lights are switched on by the sensor, the front and rear fog lights ((for versions/markets, where provided) can also be switched on. When the lights are automatically switched off, the front and rear fog lights (if activated) are also switched off. The next time the lights are switched on automatically, the fog lights must be reactivated manually (if required). With the sensor active, it is possible to flash the headlights but the main beam headlights cannot be switched on. If you wish to switch on the main beam headlights, rotate selector wheel A-fig. 33 to When the lights have been activated automatically and are then switched off by the sensor, the dipped beam headlights are switched off first, followed by the side lights a few seconds later. If the sensor is activated but is malfunctioning, the side lights and dipped beam headlights are switched on independently of the outside light level and the sensor failure is indicated on the instrument panel display. It is also possible to deactivate the sensor and switch on the side lights and dipped beam headlights.

and activate the fixed main beam headlights.

MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS

With selector wheel A in position steering wheel (stable position). The on in the instrument panel. To turn the main beams off, pull the lever again towards the steering wheel (dipped beams will remain on). It is not possible to switch on the main beam headlights in fixed mode if the automatic lighting control system is active.

FLASHING THE HEADLIGHTS

Pull the lever towards the steering wheel (unstable position) regardless of the position of selector wheel A. The will come on in the instrument panel.

DIRECTION INDICATORS

Push the lever to (stable) position:

❍

upward adjustment: right-hand indicator ON;

❍

downward adjustment: left-hand indicator ON.

Warning light Îor¥will blink on the instrument panel. The direction indicators are switched off automatically when the steering wheel is straightened.

Lane change function

If you want to signal that you are changing lane, hold the left lever in the unstable position for less than half a second. The direction indicator on the selected side flashes three times and then switches off automatically.

pull the lever towards the

warning light will come

warning light

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“FOLLOW ME HOME” DEVICE

This device allows you to illuminate the area in front of the car for a certain amount of time.

Activation

With the ignition key on STOP or removed, pull lever A-fig. 33 towards the steering wheel within 2 minutes of switching off the engine. The amount of time the lights remain on is extended by 30 seconds at each movement of the lever, up to a maximum of 210 seconds; after this the lights are switched off automatically. The

warning light on the instrument panel will light up (and the corresponding message will appear on the display) as long as the function is active. The warning light comes on when the lever is operated and stays on until the function is automatically deactivated. Each movement of the lever increases the amount of time the lights stay on.

Deactivation

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

EXTERIOR COURTESY LIGHTS

This function lights up the vehicle and the space around it when the doors are unlocked.

Activation

When the vehicle is parked and the doors are unlocked by pressing the Ëbutton on the remote control (or the luggage compartment is unlocked by pressing side lights and number plate lights are activated. The lights remain lit for approximately 25 seconds unless the doors and luggage compartment are locked once again, the doors or luggage compartment are opened and closed or the instrument panel is activated. In this case they go out after 5 seconds. The exterior courtesy lights can be enabled/disabled using the Setup Menu (see the paragraph on“Menu Items” in this chapter).

), the dipped beam headlights,

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WINDOW WASHING

The right lever controls windscreen wiper/washer and heated rear window wiper/washer operation.

WINDSCREEN WIPER/WASHER fig. 34

This only operates with the ignition turned to MAR. Selector wheel A can take five different positions:

intermittent (low speed);

windscreen wiper off;

AUTO rain sensor activation (for versions/markets, where pro-

vided) (the windscreen wipers adapt the operating speed automatically to suit the intensity of the rain)

intermittent;

≤

continuous slow;

≥

continuous fast operation.

Moving the lever upwards (unstable position) limits operation to the time the lever is held in this position. The lever will return to position and the wiper will be automatically stopped when released.

Do not use the windscreen wiper to remove layers of snow or ice from the windscreen. In such con-

ditions, the windscreen wiper may be subjected to excessive stress and the motor protection which prevents operation for a few seconds may trip. If operation is not restored, even after turning the key and restarting the engine, contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service.

“Smart washing” function

Pull the lever towards the steering wheel (unstable position) to operate the windscreen washer jet. By keeping the lever pulled for more than half a second, it is possible to operate the washer jet and the wiper at the same time with just one movement. The wiper stops working three strokes after releasing the lever. A further stroke after approx. 6 seconds completes the wiping cycle.

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RAIN SENSOR fig. 35

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This is an infra-red LED sensor fitted on the vehicle windscreen. It is able to detect the presence of rain and consequently manage windscreen wiping in accordance with the amount of water on the windscreen.

Activation

The sensor is activated by turning selector wheel A-fig. 34 to the automatic position (AUTO): in this way the windscreen wiper strokes are regulated in accordance with the amount of water on the windscreen. The frequency can vary between no strokes (no rain - windscreen dry) and the 2ndcontinuous speed (intense rain – windscreen wet). The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be adjusted by operating selector wheel A-fig. 34.

If the vehicle is switched off with the lever in the automatic position, when the vehicle is next started no wiping cycle will take place even if it is raining. This is to prevent unwanted activation of the rain sensor when the engine is started (i.e. when the windscreen is being washed by hand or the wipers are stuck to the windscreen by ice).

Carry out any of the following manoeuvres to restore automatic operation:

❍

move the left-hand lever from the automatic position to any other position and then back to automatic;

❍

adjust the sensitivity (by turning selector wheel A-fig. 34 to increase or decrease).

When the rain sensor is reactivated using any of the manoeuvres described above, reactivation is indicated by a single stroke of the windscreen wipers, regardless of the condition of the windscreen. If the sensitivity of the rain sensor is adjusted whilst it is in operation, a single stroke of the windscreen wiper takes place to confirm the changed setting. In the event of the malfunction of the rain sensor whilst it is active, the windscreen wiper operates intermittently at a speed consistent with the sensitivity setting of the rain sensor, regardless of whether it is raining or not (the sensor failure is indicated on the instrument panel display). The sensor continues to operate and it is possible to set the windscreen wiper to continuous mode (1 2ndspeed). The failure indication remains for as long as the sensor is active.

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REARSCREEN WIPER/WASHER

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Activation

This only operates with the ignition turned to MAR. The function stops when the lever is released. Turning selector wheel B-fig. 34 from position

to position

activates the rearscreen wiper ac-

cording to the following:

❍

intermittent operation if the windscreen wiper is off;

❍

synchronised with the windscreen wiper (but with half stroke frequency);

❍

continuous operation with reverse engaged and windscreen wiper on.

With reverse gear engaged and windscreen wiper on, the rearscreen wiper is activated in continuous mode. Pushing the lever towards the dashboard (unstable position) will activate the rear window washer jet. Keeping the lever pushed for more than half a second will also activate the rearscreen wiper. Releasing the lever will activate the smart washing function as described for the windscreen wiper.

CRUISE CONTROL

(for versions/markets, where provided)

GENERAL INFORMATION

This is an electronic driving aid that allows you to drive at a speed of above 30 km/h on long and straight dry roads (e.g. motorways), at a preset speed without having to press the accelerator pedal. It is not recommended for use on extra-urban roads with traffic. Do not use it in town.

DEVICE ENGAGEMENT

Turn selector wheel A-fig. 36 to ON. The device cannot be engaged when the vehicle is in 1 the device at 5thgear or higher.

gear or reverse: It is advisable to engage

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When travelling downhill with the device engaged, the car may slightly exceed the preset speed. When the device is activated the

warning light comes on, together with the relevant message on the instrument panel (for versions/markets, where provided).

MEMORISING VEHICLE SPEED

Proceed as follows:

❍

turn selector wheel A-fig. 36 to ON and press the accelerator until the vehicle reaches the desired speed;

❍

push the lever up (+) for at least one second and release it: the car speed will be stored. The accelerator pedal may be released.

If needed (e.g. for overtaking), press the accelerator pedal to accelerate: the car will return to the previously set speed when the pedal is released.

RESTORING STORED SPEED

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

❍

accelerate gradually until reaching a speed approaching the one memorised;

❍

engage the gear selected at the time of speed memorising;

❍

press button B-fig. 36 (RES).

INCREASING THE MEMORISED SPEED

Press the accelerator and store the new speed or move the lever upwards (+). Each movement of the lever will correspond to a slight reduction in speed (about 1 km/h), while keeping the lever held downwards will reduce the speed continuously.

REDUCING THE MEMORISED SPEED

Deactivate the device and store the new speed or move the lever downwards (–) until the new speed is reached. It will then automatically be memorised. Each movement of the lever will correspond to a slight reduction in speed (about 1 km/h), while keeping the lever held downwards will correspond to a continuous speed reduction.

DISENGAGING THE DEVICE

To disengage the device:

❍

turn selector wheel A-fig. 36 to OFF;

❍

switch off the engine;

❍

press the brake pedal, the clutch or the accelerator; in this last case the system is not effectively disengaged but the system gives priority to the acceleration request. The device still remains active, without the need to press the RES button to return to the previous condition once acceleration is concluded.

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Automatic disengagement

The device is automatically switched off in any of the following cases:

❍

if the ABS or VDC systems cut in;

❍

with car speed below the preset limit;

❍

in the event of system failure.

When driving with the device active, do not position the gear lever in neutral.

In the event of defective operation or device failure turn the selector wheel to OFF and contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service.

COURTESY LIGHTS

FRONT COURTESY LIGHT fig. 37

Switch A turns these lights on/off. Switch A positions:

❍

central position (position 1): lights C and D are switched on/off when the doors are opened/closed.

❍

pressed to the left (position 0): lights C and D are always off;

❍

pressed to the right (position 2): lights C and D are always on.

The switching on/off of the lights is gradual.

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Switch B works as a spotlight. Switch B positions:

❍

central position (position 1): lights C and D are always off;

❍

pressed to the left (position 0): light C is on;

❍

pressed to the right (position 2): light D is on.

IMPORTANT Before getting out of the car, make sure that both switches are in the central position: lights off with doors closed in order to avoid draining the battery.

In any case, if the switch is left inadvertently in the On position, the lights will turn off automatically 15 minutes after turning the engine off.

COURTESY LIGHT TIMING

On certain versions, two different timed switching-on modes have been provided to facilitate getting in/out of the car at night or with poor lighting.

Light timing when getting into the car

The courtesy lights will turn on as follows:

❍

for about 10 seconds when the front doors are unlocked;

❍

for about 3 minutes when one of the doors is opened;

❍

for about 10 seconds when the doors are closed.

Timing is interrupted when the ignition key is turned to MAR.

Light timing when getting out of the car

After removing the key from the ignition switch, the courtesy lights will turn on as follows:

❍

within 2 minutes from turning the engine off for about 10 seconds;

❍

for about 3 minutes when one of the doors is opened;

❍

when one of the doors is closed for about 10 seconds.

Timing will stop automatically when the doors are locked.

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COURTESY LIGHTS fig. 38

(for versions/markets, where provided)

On some versions courtesy lights are fitted behind the sun visors. Press switch A to switch on/off the light.

DOOR LIGHTS fig. 39

These are located in the doors and are activated when the door is opened regardless of the position of the ignition key.

LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT fig. 40

This light comes on automatically when the luggage compartment is opened and switches off when it is closed.

fig. 38

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GLOVE COMPARTMENT LIGHT fig. 41

This light comes on automatically when the glove compartment is opened and switches off when it is closed.

CONTROLS

HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS fig. 42

Press switch A to switch on/off the lights. Warning lights and∆are lit up on the instrument panel when these lights are activated.

The use of hazard lights is governed by the Highway Code of the country you are in. Keep to the rules.

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Emergency braking

In the event of emergency braking the hazard warning lights are lit up automatically as well as the

and∆warning lights in the instrument panel. The lights are switched off automatically when the nature of braking changes.

FRONT FOG LIGHTS fig. 43

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Press button

to switch on/off the lights. The front fog lights are only enabled with the dipped beam headlights on. With lights on, the5warning light comes on in the instrument panel.

REAR FOG LIGHTS fig. 43

Press button

to switch on/off the lights. The rear fog lights are only enabled with the dipped beam headlights on. With lights on, the 4warning light comes on in the instrument panel.

DOOR LOCK fig. 44

Press button A to centrally lock the doors. Locking takes place regardless of the position of the ignition key.

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FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM

This system intervenes in the event of a collision, activating:

❍

switch off of fuel supply with resultant engine switch off;

❍

automatic door lock release;

❍

switch on of all lights inside the car.

The intervention of the system is indicated by a message shown on the display. Carefully check the car for fuel leaks, for instance in the engine compartment, below the car or near the tank area. After a collision, turn the ignition key to STOP to avoid draining the battery.

To reset car operation, follow this procedure:

❍

turn the ignition key to MAR;

❍

activate the right-hand direction indicator;

❍

deactivate the right-hand direction indicator;

❍

activate the left-hand direction indicator;

❍

deactivate the left-hand direction indicator;

❍

activate the right-hand direction indicator;

❍

deactivate the right-hand direction indicator;

❍

activate the left-hand direction indicator;

❍

deactivate the left-hand direction indicator;

❍

turn the ignition key to STOP.

If, after a collision, you smell fuel or notice leaks from the fuel system, do not reset the system to avoid fire risk.

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INTERIOR FITTINGS

GLOVE COMPARTMENT fig. 45

Operate handle A to open the compartment. When the compartment is opened a courtesy light comes on. The glove compartment features a document shelf.

Do not travel with the glove compartment open: it could hurt the passenger in the event of a crash.

FRONT ARMREST fig. 46

(for versions/markets, where provided)

Some versions include an armrest between the front seats. To bring this to the standard position, push it down as shown in fig. 46. Press button A to raise the upper part of the armrest and access the compartment inside it. Press lever B to incline the armrest downwards.

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POWER SOCKETS

(for versions/markets, where provided)

These are located on the central tunnel A-fig. 48 and on the left-hand side of the luggage compartment B-fig. 48. They are only enabled with the ignition key turned to MAR. If you require the smokers kit , the socket on the central tunnel is replaced with a cigar lighter (see following paragraph).

CIGAR LIGHTER fig. 49

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This is located on the central tunnel. Press button A to activate the cigar lighter. After a few seconds the button goes back to its initial position, and the cigar lighter is ready for use.

IMPORTANT Always check that the cigar lighter has turned off.

The cigar lighter becomes very hot. Handle with care. The device must not be used by children: risk of fire and/or burns.

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ASHTRAY fig. 50

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The ashtray is a removable plastic box with spring loaded opening that can be fitted into the glass/can holder on the central console.

IMPORTANT Do not use the ashtray as a paper bin: paper may catch fire upon contact with cigarette butts.

SUN VISORS fig. 51

These are located at the sides of the internal rearview mirror. They may be oriented frontally and to the side. A courtesy mirror can be applied to the back of the passengerside sun visor: to use it, open sliding flap A.

FIRE EXTINGUISHER fig. 52

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This is located on the right-hand side of the luggage compartment.

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ELECTRIC SUNROOF

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The extensively glazed sun roof comprises a moving glass panel and a sun blind. The glazed panel, when closed, allows light from the outside to enter and makes it possible to see the outside from the passenger compartment. When it opens the front glass panel slides towards the outside of the roof.

OPERATION

The sun roof is operated by pressing buttons A and B-fig. 53 located on the trim next to the middle courtesy light. The sun roof can only be operated with the ignition key in the MAR position.

Roof opening

Pressing button A-fig. 53 allows two opening modes for the front glass panel.

Automatic

If button A-fig. 53 is pressed for a while, the front glass panel is raised from completely closed to the spoiler position. If the button is pressed again, the panel starts to slide backwards until it is completely open. After the initial opening command the glass panel can be stopped in intermediate positions by pressing the button again.

Manual

If button A-fig. 53 is pressed briefly, the front glass panel moves from the completely closed position and stops in the position where the button is released. In this case the panel opens by pressing the actual button. This function makes it possible to place the front panel in intermediate positions in relation to those produced through automatic opening.

The sun roof must stay closed if a transverse roof rack is fitted.

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Do not open the sun roof in the presence of snow or ice: it may be damaged.

When leaving the car, always remove the key from the ignition device to avoid the risk of injury due

to accidental operation of the sun roof; it presents a risk to those left on board: improper use of the roof can be dangerous. Before operation, always check that noone is at risk of being injured by the moving sun roof or by objects getting caught and dragged by it.

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Sun blind

The brightness in the passenger compartment can be adjusted by using a sun blind.

Curtain opening:

curtain and then grasp the handle B and make it slide towards the back.

Curtain closing:

the front, making sure it is locked.

Roof closing

Pressing button B-fig. 53 allows two closing modes for the front glass panel.

press the button A - fig. 54 to release the

grasp the handle B and make the curtain slide to

Automatic

With the roof completely open, press button B-fig. 53 for a while: the front glass panel will assume the spoiler position. If the button is then pressed, the panel will start to slide forward until it is completely closed. After the initial opening command, the glass panel can be stopped in intermediate positions by pressing the button again.

Manual

If button B-fig. 53 is pressed briefly, the front glass panel moves from the completely open position and stops in the position where the button is released. In this case the panel closes by pressing the actual button. This function makes it possible to place the front glass panel in intermediate positions in relation to those produced through automatic closing.

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ROOF CLOSING SAFETY DEVICES (anti-crush function)

The anti-crush safety system, which conforms to Directive 2000/4/CE, is activated during the horizontal and vertical closing stage of the panel after an obstacle is encountered (e.g. finger, hand):

❍

during the horizontal closing movement it is activated for the entire travel and after an obstacle is encountered at the front of the glass panel the movement is reversed;

❍

during the vertical closing movement it is activated and after an obstacle is encountered at the back of the glass panel the movement is reversed until the spoiler position is reached.

The possibility of crushing from inside the passenger compartment in the side areas of the panel is prevented through the adoption of side guards that deny access to the risk areas.

IMPORTANT The anti-crush safety system is deactivated by pressing button B-fig. 53 continuously.

MAINTENANCE/EMERGENCY

In case of emergency or maintenance the roof can be moved manually when there is no power supply (opening/closing of the front glass panel) by carrying out the following operations:

❍

remove the protective cap A-fig. 55 located in the middle of the roof;

❍

take the Allen key B supplied which can be found together with the on board documentation;

❍

introduce the key into housing C and turn it: – clockwise, to open the roof; – anti-clockwise, to close the roof.

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DOORS

DOOR CENTRAL LOCKING/UNLOCKING Locking from the outside

With the doors closed press button turn the metal insert (located inside the key) in the driver-side door lock. Locking is signalled by the LED on button A-fig. 56 coming on.

Door locking is activated:

❍

when all the doors are closed;

❍

when all the doors are closed and the luggage compartment

is open;

on the remote control or

Door unlocking from the outside

Press button Ëon the remote control or turn the metal insert (located inside the key) in the driver-side door lock.

Door locking/unlocking from the inside

Press button A. The button is equipped with an LED that indicates the vehicle status (doors locked or unlocked).

LED lit up: doors locked. Press button A once again to centrally unlock all doors. The LED will go out.

LED off: doors unlocked. Press button A once again to centrally lock all doors. The doors will be locked only if all doors are closed.

Once the doors have been locked via the remote control or the key pawl, it will no longer be possible to unlock them by pressing button A.

IMPORTANT When the central locking system is on, lifting the interior opening lever of one of the doors causes the door to unlock (in the case of the passenger door, the led on button A-fig. 56 remains lit).

If there is no power (blown fuse, battery disconnected, etc.) the doors can still be locked manually.

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ELECTRIC WINDOWS

These are equipped with an automatic setting to raise and lower the driver-side front window.

CONTROLS FOR Driver’s door fig. 57

Buttons have been provided on the driver’s door panel to control the following functions with the ignition turned to MAR: A: opening/closing of left-hand window B: opening/closing of right-hand window

Continuous automatic operation

(for versions/markets, where provided)

This is activated by pressing one of the two buttons for longer than half a second. The window will stop when it reaches the end of travel or when the button is pressed again.

❍

Driver’s side: raising/lowering

❍

Passenger side: lowering only

❍

Where the anti-crush safety device is present: driver’s side and passenger side raising/lowering.

Anti-pinch safety device

(for versions/markets, where provided)

The vehicle is equipped with an anti-pinch safety device for the upwards motion of the windows. This safety system is capable of recognizing the presence of an obstacle whilst the window is closing; when this happens, the system stops the travel of the glass and, depending on the position of the window, reverses its movement. This device is also useful when the windows are activated accidentally by children on board the vehicle. The anti-crush safety function is activated both during the manual and the automatic operation of the window. When the anti-crush system is activated the window travel is immediately interrupted and then reversed. The window cannot be operated in any way during this time.

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IMPORTANT If the anti-pinch protection intervenes 5 times consecutively within 1 minute or a system failure is detected, the automatic window closing function is inhibited. The window can then only be operated in steps of half a second and the button must be released following each step.

In order to restore the correct operation of the system, the relevant window must be lowered.

IMPORTANT With ignition key at STOP or removed, the electric windows remain active for about 3 minutes and are deactivated the moment a door is opened.

IMPORTANT Where the anti-crush safety device is present, when buttonËon the remote control is pressed for more than 2 seconds, the windows are opened, whilst when button than 2 seconds the windows are closed.

is pressed for more

Passenger-side door

The passenger-side door is equipped with a button that controls the opening/closing of the passenger-side window.

The system conforms to the 2000/4/EC standard concerning the safety of passengers leaning out of the passenger compartment.

Incorrect use of the electric windows may be dangerous. Before operation, always check that no

passenger is at risk of being injured directly by the moving window or by objects getting caught in or dragged by the window. When leaving the car, always remove the key from the ignition device to avoid the risk of injury due to accidental operation of the electric windows.

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Electric window system initialisation

The safety system must be re-initialised after disconnecting the battery or if the relevant protection fuse is blown.

Initialisation procedure:

❍

fully close the window to be initialised manually;

❍

after the window has reached the upper end of travel, hold the up button pressed for at least one second.

IMPORTANT For versions/markets where provided, following the disconnection of the power supply (replacing or disconnecting the battery or replacing the protection fuse for the electric windows control units), the automatic setting for the electric windows must be reset.

The reset operation should be carried out with the doors closed according to the following procedure:

1. completely lower the driver-side window and keep the button pressed for at least 3 seconds once the end of travel position has been reached;

2. completely raise the driver-side window and keep the button pressed for at least 3 seconds once the end of travel position has been reached;

3. repeat stages 1 and 2 for the passenger-side window

4. check that the initialisation has taken place correctly by checking the automatic operation of the windows.

IMPORTANT With central locking on, operating the internal handle of one of the doors will unlock all the doors. If there is no power (blown fuse, battery disconnected, etc.) the doors can still be locked manually. As in this case the automatic window opening function is not available, to open or close the door with the window closed, apply pressure to the window towards the vehicle interior (see fig.

58), to aid the passage of the window against the trim.

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LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT

Luggage compartment unlocking is electrically controlled and is disabled with the vehicle in motion.

OPENING

When unlocked, the luggage compartment can be opened from outside the vehicle by pressing the electric logo fig. 59 until a click is heard or by pressing button When the luggage compartment is opened the direction indicators will flash twice and the internal light will come on: the light will go out automatically when the luggage compartment is closed. If the luggage compartment is left open, the light will go out automatically after several minutes.

on the remote control.

Emergency opening from the inside

Proceed as follows:

❍

remove the rear head restraints and completely fold back the seats (see the paragraph on “Expanding the luggage compartment”);

❍

press lever A-fig. 60.

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