Alfa Romeo 4C Spider 2020, Owner'S Manual

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FTER
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TARTING
The idle speed is controlled automatically, and
it will decrease as the engine warms up.
T
URBO
C
HARGER
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OOL
D
OWN
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This vehicle is equipped with an after-run pump
to cool the turbocharger after the engine is shut
off. Depending on the type of driving and the
amount of cargo, the pump will run for up to five
minutes after the engine has been shut off to
circulate coolant through the turbocharger.
Although the pump is rubber-mounted for quiet
operation, it is normal to hear it running during
this time.
ENGINE BREAK-IN RECOMMENDATIONS
A long break-in period is not required for the
drivetrain (engine, transmission, and rear axle)
in your new vehicle.
Driving your vehicle with a new transmission
requires no special techniques but, to reach
optimal shifting quality and help with engine
Break-in, Dynamic and Race Mode will be
unavailable until the vehicle has accumulated
155 miles (250 km).
Additionally, for the first 200 miles (300 km),
following these few simple guidelines is all that
is necessary for a good break-in.

Avoid very aggressive driving.

Avoid driving at a constant speed, either fast
or slow, for long periods.

Do not make any full throttle starts and avoid
full throttle acceleration while cruising within
the posted speed limits of local traffic laws.

Use the proper gear for your speed range.

Wait until the engine has reached normal
operating temperature before driving at the
recommended maximum break-in speed.

Avoid excessive idling.
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Check the engine oil level at every fuel fill.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the
parking brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to
leave manual transmission in REVERSE (R) or
FIRST (1st) gear.
The parking brake lever is located in the center
console. To apply the parking brake, pull the
parking brake lever up as firmly as possible. To
release the parking brake, pull the parking
brake lever up slightly, push the center button,
then lower the parking brake lever completely.
Parking Brake Lever
When the parking brake is applied with the
ignition switch in the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN)
position, the Brake Warning Light in the
instrument cluster display will illuminate.
When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the
front wheels toward the curb on a downhill
grade and away from the curb on an uphill
grade. The parking brake should always be
applied whenever the driver is not in the vehicle.

To prevent damage to the starter, do not
continuously crank the engine for more
than 15 seconds at a time. Wait 10 to
15 seconds before trying again.
CAUTION! (Continued)
WARNING!

Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle.

Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat -
tended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously
or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the transmission gear
selector.
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