Alfa Romeo 4C Spider 2020, Owner'S Manual

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General Notes
When the vehicle is stopped and in gear, always
keep the brake pedal pressed until you decide
to set off, then release the brake and accelerate
gradually.
During prolonged stops with the engine running,
it is advisable to keep the transmission in
NEUTRAL (N).
When stopped on an incline, always hold the
vehicle in place using the brakes. On steep
inclines, Hill Start Assist (HSA) will temporarily
hold the vehicle in position when the brake
pedal is released. If the accelerator pedal is not
applied after a short time, the vehicle will roll
back. Either reapply the brake (to hold the
vehicle) or press the accelerator to climb the
hill.
Only shift between FIRST (1) and REVERSE (R)
when completely stopped, with the brake pedal
pressed.
When necessary, it is possible to engage FIRST
(1), REVERSE (R) or NEUTRAL (N) with the
engine off, the key at MAR-ON and the brake
pressed. In this case, wait at least five seconds
between one gear change and the next, in order
to safeguard the operation of the hydraulic
system, and the pump in particular.
For uphill departures, accelerate gradually but
fully, immediately after releasing the parking
brake or the brake pedal; this allows the engine
speed to increase to provide more torque at the
wheels.
ALFA DNA SYSTEM (DYNAMIC VEHICLE
CONTROL SYSTEM)
This vehicle is equipped with an “Alfa DNA”
system lever (located on the center console).
There are four modes of operation to be
selected according to driving style and road
conditions:

Dynamic (This mode alters the transmis -
sion's automatic shift schedule for sportier
driving [D]).

Natural (mode for driving in normal condi -
tions [N]).

All Weather (mode for driving in poor grip
conditions, such as rain and snow [A]).

Race (sports driving mode [D]).
This also acts on the dynamic vehicle control
systems (engine, gearbox/transmission, ESC
system).
Alfa DNA Mode Selector
D
RIVING
M
ODES
The Alfa DNA system lever will always return to
the center position after use.
The selected driving mode is indicated by the
corresponding LED switching in the panel and
by an indication on the display.
Dynamic Mode
Activation
Move the Alfa DNA system lever upwards (to the
letter “D”) and hold in this position for half a
second, until the corresponding LED lights up
and the Dynamic mode activation indicator
appears on the display.
When Dynamic mode is activated, the
turbocharger pressure and engine oil
temperature screen is displayed automatically.
When released, the Alfa DNA system lever will
return to the central position.
NOTE:
Dynamic Mode will be inhibited until the vehicle
has accumulated 155 miles (250 km).
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Anti-Slip
Regulation (ASR) systems:
The ESC and ASR system ensures more
enjoyable, sportier driving while guaranteeing
the stability of the vehicle.
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