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TYRE PRESSURE

Tyre inflation pressure when cold (bar).

Wheel rim size

Tyre size

Infl ation pressure when
cold (bar)

front

8.5”J x 20”

245/35 ZR20

2.2

rear

10.5”J x 20”

285/35 ZR20

2.0

*front

8.5”J x 20”

245/35 ZR20 VM+S

2.2

*rear

10.5”J x 20”

275/35 ZR20 VM+S

2.0

* Winter tyres

CAUTION

Alternatively, you may use winter tyres having the same dimensions as

those provided with the vehicle.

CAUTION

When winter tyres are fitted, it is advisable not to exceed a speed of

220 km/h. Always observe the regulations in force in the country where you are
driving and follow the instructions provided by the tyre manufacturer.

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Page 5: ...n related components to help ensure enhanced respect for the environment Accessory electrical devices If you wish to install accessories that require electric power which may gradually discharge the b...

Page 6: ...e adjustment VDC Vehicle Dynamics Control WET Low grip function UPDATING The high quality level of the vehicle is subject to constant improvements Therefore there may be differences between this manua...

Page 7: ...ed with a mechanical gearbox system with dry double plate clutch controlled by an electro hydraulic system by means of the paddles on the steering wheel Although the system can be used in automatic mo...

Page 8: ...division danger prohibition warning mandatory with respect to that same symbol DANGER SYMBOLS Battery Corrosive liquid Battery Explosion Fan It can start up automatically even with the engine off Expa...

Page 9: ...fluid of the type recommended in the section Capacities and technical specifications Windscreen wiper Only use fluid of the type recommended in the section Capacities and technical specifications Eng...

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Page 13: ...1 Symbols 6 Identification plates and labels 12 Electronic key 14 Alfa Romeo Code System 14 VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA Alfawiki nl...

Page 14: ...LABELS CHASSIS MARKING The vehicle registration number is punched on the underfloor in front of the right hand front seat To read the number lift the mat and remove the guard This number is also show...

Page 15: ...data A Space for national homologation details B Space for punching the progressive chassis number C Space for indications on the maximum weights permitted as per national legislation D Space for mode...

Page 16: ...onic engine immobilizer system which provides enhanced protection against theft It is automatically activated when the electronic key is extracted from the ignition block Each electronic key contains...

Page 17: ...you are still unable to restart the engine you will have to run an emergency start procedure and contact an Authorised Service Centre of the Manufacturer s Network While driving with the ignition key...

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Page 19: ...2 ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY Seat belts 18 Front airbags 26 VDC system 33 ASR system electronic anti skid device 34 ABS and EBD systems 36 Fuel cut out inertia switch 38 Alfawiki nl...

Page 20: ...c message only if a passenger is seated on the front seat When the warning light is on an acoustic signal is also activated as soon as the vehicle speed exceeds 20 Km h When the warning light is on an...

Page 21: ...l natural events floods heavy storms etc have caused the device to be wet in water and mud you must replace it To help ensure optimal protection from the pretensioners wear the seat belt in such a way...

Page 22: ...upper part of your stomach rather than the pelvic area causing serious internal injuries CAUTION Always fasten the seat belts Travelling without the seat belts fastened increases the risk of serious...

Page 23: ...cross the chest The lower portion must adhere to your pelvis not the stomach to avoid that you slide forward in the event of a collision Do not use devices clamps fasteners etc to hold the seat belts...

Page 24: ...lso to children This is mandatory according to Directive 2003 20 EC in all the member states of the European Union Children s heads are proportionally heavier and larger than those of adults while the...

Page 25: ...Check that the airbag has been deactivated by checking that the words PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF are permanently illuminated on the roof panel see the chapter Passenger airbag manual deactivation switch I...

Page 26: ...ness are available on the market Due to their weight they may be hazardous if incorrectly fitted e g if secured using the vehicle seat belts with a cushion in between Follow the instructions provided...

Page 27: ...provided with the child seat Keep the instructions in the vehicle together with the documents and this manual Only use the child seat specifically designed for this vehicle included in the Alfa Romeo...

Page 28: ...l of the seat belts The system components are the following 1 Electronic control unit 2 Dual stage front passenger s airbag 3 Passenger s airbag deactivation switch 4 Passenger s front seat belt prete...

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Page 30: ...d to protect the occupants in the event of head on collisions of medium high severity They act by placing a cushion airbag between the occupant and the steering wheel or the dashboard In the event of...

Page 31: ...er airbag and consequently cause injury to the occupants DRIVER S FRONT AIRBAG It consists of an instantly inflatable cushion housed in a dedicated space in the centre of the steering wheel PASSENGER...

Page 32: ...in OFF position the words PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF illuminate on the roof panel children may travel in the front passenger seat if they are suitably protected by specific rearward facing restraint syste...

Page 33: ...ter approx 5 seconds If the warning light does not illuminate if it remains lit or illuminates while driving immediately contact an Authorised Service Centre of the Manufacturer s Network CAUTION Turn...

Page 34: ...he engine off the airbags may activate even if the vehicle is stationary if it is run into by another vehicle On the other hand the airbags will not activate in the event of a collision with the vehic...

Page 35: ...s started they can be deactivated by pressing the button A for about 1 second Press the button A again to reactivate the systems The amber colour warning light on the instrument panel flashes during a...

Page 36: ...ID DEVICE The ASR system avoids driving wheels skidding during acceleration through the engine control unit spark advance delay engine throttle opening reduction and fuel injection cut and the rear br...

Page 37: ...with the message ASR failure Go to workshop MSR FUNCTION ENGINE BRAKING TORQUE ADJUSTMENT The ASR system also controls the engine braking torque when the accelerator pedal is released under low grip...

Page 38: ...iency of the standard braking system The failure is signalled by the amber warning light on the instrument panel and the display which illuminates together with the message ABS failure Go to workshop...

Page 39: ...diately contact an Authorised Service Centre of the Manufacturer s Network to have the system checked Brake fluid leaks impair the operation of the braking systems both of the traditional type and of...

Page 40: ...mell fuel or note any leakage from the fuel supply system do not reactivate the switch in order to prevent any fire risks When the inertia switch is activated all the doors and the luggage compartment...

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Page 43: ...INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Dashboard 42 Instrument panel 45 Reconfigurable multifunction display 46 Warning lights and messages 60 Instruments and gauges 66 Controls 68 Internal equipment 72 Alfawiki n...

Page 44: ...42 3 DASHBOARD 1 20 21 18 19 22 23 24 25 16 26 27 28 15 17 4 2 6 7 8 18 9 11 1 12 13 14 5 3 10 Alfawiki nl...

Page 45: ...ard controls 16 Electric parking brake engagement disengagement lever 17 Starter steering wheel lock switch 18 Horn control 19 Steering wheel height and depth adjustment lever 20 Cruise Control lever...

Page 46: ...switch C RH side light switch Ref 21 Controls to the left of the steering wheel A Headlight switch B External rear view mirror controls C TRIP button see page 58 D MENU button see page 47 E Instrument...

Page 47: ...45 3 1 2 4 3 INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS INSTRUMENT PANEL 1 Speedometer 2 Warning lights 3 Rev Counter 4 Reconfigurable multifunction display Alfawiki nl...

Page 48: ...the fuel level remains active until another function is activated or other information on the vehicle status needs to be displayed RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY The reconfigurable multifunctio...

Page 49: ...pressed TRIP Button pressed briefly activates Trip A and B pages in succession Button pressed briefly selects the functions in the Setup menu sets adjusts the functions in the Setup menu CONTROL BUTTO...

Page 50: ...tup menu allows you to adjust set the functions as described on the following pages by pressing the MENU button Press the MENU button briefly to access the Setup menu The menu contains a series of fun...

Page 51: ...STRUMENTS AND CONTROLS Illumination Int Speed Limit Light Sens Reset Trip B Clock Mode 12 24 Date Indep Boot Unlock Fda Door Lock Units Language Beep Vol Service Beep Seatb Quit setup Day lights Alfaw...

Page 52: ...briefly press the MENU button then press the buttons to set the desired speed the value flashes during setting press the MENU button briefly to return to the main page or hold it down to return to th...

Page 53: ...information see the chapter TRIP button Clock adjustment Clock This function allows you to adjust the clock To adjust the time proceed as follows briefly press the MENU button the display highlights t...

Page 54: ...ly press the MENU button the year flashes on the display press button o to adjust briefly press the MENU button the month flashes on the display press button o to adjust briefly press the MENU button...

Page 55: ...y pressing the button on the electronic key When this function is active ON the other doors can still be unlocked by pressing the door unlocking button on the centre console To activate deactivate ON...

Page 56: ...MENU button briefly to return to the menu page or hold it down to return to the standard screen page Fuel consumption If the unit of measure for the mileage is set to km see previous chapter you can...

Page 57: ...rman Portuguese Spanish French Dutch and Brazilian To set the desired language proceed as follows press the MENU button briefly the display highlights the language previously set press button o to sel...

Page 58: ...or miles depending on the unit of measure set When approaching the scheduled maintenance Service due date inserting the electronic key in the ignition block a message will appear on the display follo...

Page 59: ...el left in the tank assuming you continue travelling at the same speed A specific message will be shown on the display when the following events occur when the fuel range is less than 50 km or 30 mi i...

Page 60: ...the battery This function is active only for TRIP B TRIP BUTTON The TRIP button located on the button panel to the left of the steering wheel allows you to access the Trip A and Trip B functions when...

Page 61: ...led reaches 9999 9 km or when the travelling time reaches 99 59 99 hours and 59 minutes Every time the battery is disconnected and reconnected When the trip is reset a warning message appears on the d...

Page 62: ...thoroughly Whatever the failure warning always refer to this section Critical failures These are shown on the display for an indefinite time and interrupt any other information displayed at that mome...

Page 63: ...ates when the low beams are activated Low fuel When this warning light illuminates it means that there are about 14 litres of fuel left in the tank Engine failure control system EOBD In normal conditi...

Page 64: ...emains active but we advise you to contact an Authorised Service Centre of the Manufacturer s Network as soon as possible Seat belts It illuminates when one or both front seat belts are not fastened o...

Page 65: ...h in order to prevent the risk of fire Windscreen washer fluid It indicates a low level of washer fluid in the windscreen washer tank Alternator failure If there is a fault in the recharging system Wh...

Page 66: ...rature persists after decelerating and the warning light turns red it means that the temperature in the catalytic converters has reached a dangerous level and the catalytic converters could be damaged...

Page 67: ...tem overhaul The EPB system requires maintenance therefore contact an Authorised Service Centre of the Manufacturer s Network to have the system corrected ASR system failure It indicates the deactivat...

Page 68: ...rake pads worn This warning light illuminates when the brake pads have reached the wear limit Contact an Authorised Service Centre of the Manufacturer s Network WARNING Exclusively use original brake...

Page 69: ...the tank is in half reserve COOLANT THERMOMETER The coolant TMP is displayed when the key is turned to ON and with the display in standard mode When the display is in TRIP mode it is no longer shown...

Page 70: ...y is in TRIP mode it is no longer shown The temperature is indicated with 8 notches corresponding to the temperature values the engine oil has reached The temperature symbol is shown next to the 8 not...

Page 71: ...ts in normal visibility conditions to avoid dazzling vehicles behind Menu Press button E to access the Setup page see page 48 Trip Press button F to access the Trip pages see page 58 Pressing the butt...

Page 72: ...This function disables the automatic activation of the electric parking brake EPB see page 149 The EPB is deactivated reactivated by pressing button E CENTRE CONSOLE CONTROLS Hazard warning lights Pre...

Page 73: ...the amber warning light on the instrument panel illuminates SPORT mode Use button D to select SPORT mode which is a sport setting for the Q Select gearbox and traction control Please note that select...

Page 74: ...d on manually by pressing button A The reading lights are controlled by the relative buttons B SUN VISORS They can only be tilted forward ASHTRAY AND CIGARETTE LIGHTER They are found on the centre con...

Page 75: ...r at least half a second it will be opened when the button is released The compartment is lit by a courtesy light when it is opened CAUTION To ensure passenger safety the compartment must always remai...

Page 76: ...not place valuable items in the pockets since they might get crushed when the seat is moved back STORAGE BOX There is a storage box in the luggage compartment which can be accessed by turning the thre...

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Page 79: ...ch 87 Electronic alarm system 88 Front seats 92 Rear view mirrors 93 Steering wheel 94 External lights and direction indicators 95 Windscreen washer wipers and headlight washer 99 Soft top 102 Air con...

Page 80: ...in the lock on one of the front doors Pull the handle B to open the door When the alarm system is activated the doors are locked If when the doors are closed from the outside one or more doors are not...

Page 81: ...en or Doors open DOOR LOCK ECU INITIALISATION Every time the battery is reconnected or a fuse replaced you must perform the system initialisation procedure to ensure proper system operation To perform...

Page 82: ...e upper limit it will go down for a short distance so as not to interfere with the weather strip when the door is closed CAUTION When the door is opened the window is slightly lowered and then closes...

Page 83: ...o prevent accidental activation of the alarm system WARNING During the soft top opening and closing cycles the windows cannot be operated ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID To unlock the engine compartment lid pu...

Page 84: ...losing cycles the luggage compartment lid cannot be opened Raising the lid is facilitated by the action of the gas struts The struts are calibrated to help ensure proper operation with the weights spe...

Page 85: ...roper refuelling the fuel pump nozzle must be positioned in such a way that its axis is perpendicular to that of the vehicle The permitted rotation angle is clearly shown on the label next to the fill...

Page 86: ...e passenger airbag on vehicles equipped with manual deactivation system opening the luggage compartment lid electrically activating deactivating the alarm system During refuelling hang the cap on the...

Page 87: ...are still unable to restart the engine you will have to perform the emergency start procedure and contact an Authorised Service Centre of the Manufacturer s Network While driving with the ignition key...

Page 88: ...fter four seconds to turn on again immediately afterwards the engine will not start The engine can only be started with the emergency procedure WARNING It is recommended to read the whole procedure th...

Page 89: ...limited number of times WARNING After an emergency staring you should contact an Authorised Service Centre of the Manufacturer s Network otherwise you will have to perform the emergency procedure ever...

Page 90: ...ce detecting the opening of doors engine luggage compartment lids motion surveillance detecting intrusion in the passenger compartment vehicle movement surveillance WARNING The engine immobilizer func...

Page 91: ...flashing once indicate that now the door engine luggage compartment lids are closed properly and are protected by the perimeter surveillance The motion sensing anti lifting alarm can be deactivated by...

Page 92: ...e key in the lock on one of the two front doors and turn it clockwise to unlock it the alarm will sound but you will have to continue with the normal starting procedure The alarm will go off ALARM MEM...

Page 93: ...will be automatically deactivated in order to prevent any lost or stolen radio controls from being used to deactivate the electronic alarm system REPLACING RADIO OPERATED CONTROL BATTERIES If you pre...

Page 94: ...at you and your passengers have your seat belts fastened correctly BACK FORWARD ADJUSTMENT Pull the lever A up and slide the seat forward or backward to the desired position Release the lever and move...

Page 95: ...djusted electrically with the ignition key turned to MAR and they are equipped with anti mist elements Mirror selector right hand or left hand turn the selector A to the left or right depending on the...

Page 96: ...se system that activates when it is hit STEERING WHEEL The steering wheel can be adjusted in height and depth Move the lever A to position 1 Adjust the steering wheel Move the lever A back to position...

Page 97: ...tion of the external lights according to the brightness outside On vehicles manufactured for the Japanese market they are not operational for all the other markets where by law they may not be turned...

Page 98: ...tivated automatically The driver must always be prepared to turn on the external lights manually even the rear fog lights if necessary WARNING After automatic activation of the external lights it will...

Page 99: ...itch A is turned to AUTO In this case we recommend that you deactivate the automatic system and turn on the external lights manually if necessary as soon as possible contact an Authorised Service Cent...

Page 100: ...ights and low beams so that they may remain on for a set time after turning off the vehicle This function is activated by pushing the lever on the steering column switch used to flash the headlights T...

Page 101: ...k position E Fast temporary operation non permanent position WINDSCREEN WASHER Pulling the lever towards the steering wheel non permanent position activates the windscreen washer and wiper When the wi...

Page 102: ...reen washer in continuous slow and fast operation mode and in temporary fast operation mode remain the same The rain sensor is automatically activated when shifting the right hand lever to position B...

Page 103: ...oid damaging the wiper motor SENSOR FAILURE When the rain sensor is activated in the event that it is malfunctioning the windscreen wiper will be turned on in intermittent mode and the sensing range w...

Page 104: ...the vehicle is stationary otherwise it might not fully open or close For example if you start opening or closing the soft top when you are standing at a traffic light and it has not fully opened or c...

Page 105: ...charged battery is reconnected If the battery is discharged and the windows are fully up only open the doors when strictly necessary and being extremely careful do not close them again until the windo...

Page 106: ...prohibited to turn the soft top opening closing handle while driving Should the soft top be unfastened from the windscreen and caught by the wind it might open violently and expose the passengers to d...

Page 107: ...t when the latches are closed they are aligned with the parcel shelf behind the seats Closing Proceed as outlined for the opening procedure but in reverse order Remove the covering flaps C from the si...

Page 108: ...Soft top closing Grip the handle A and pulling it downwards position the front edge of the soft top against the windscreen frame Turn the handle anticlockwise up to the end of its travel paying attent...

Page 109: ...make sure there is sufficient space for it to open close safely and that there are no obstacles or persons near to the moving parts In case of danger release the soft top switch to stop its movement K...

Page 110: ...ted Luggage compartment lid opening and window movement with the relative controls SIDE WINDOW MOVEMENT The soft top movement switch B can also be used to control side window opening closing The possi...

Page 111: ...system will detect a window movement failure after opening or closing has been requested by pushing the movement switch up or down Implementing a self preservation strategy which allows only the clos...

Page 112: ...entre of the Manufacturer s Network to have the system repaired CAUTION The manual soft top movement operation should be carried out by two persons to prevent injury or damage to the vehicle Closing O...

Page 113: ...E Remove the two covering flaps D by lifting the catches E Put the flaps in their case and store it in the luggage compartment Gripping the soft top by its frame pull it out and move it up to the wind...

Page 114: ...ng attention that the locking hinges correctly slip into their seats on the windscreen frame Fold the handle F WARNING When done remember to reposition the cable in its original seat otherwise the ele...

Page 115: ...113 4 D A C B C A D E A BEFORE YOU DRIVE AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING SYSTEM Alfawiki nl...

Page 116: ...ts distribution and flow in the passenger compartment in two separate zones driver side and passenger side OPERATING MODES Automatic Automatically adjusts the temperature air flow rate and air distrib...

Page 117: ...activation deactivation C Left hand air distribution control D Windscreen defogging demisting E Fan speed adjustment F Recirculation function G Right hand air distribution control H Rear window and ex...

Page 118: ...tion Deactivate the compressor by pressing the button B and set the control to OFF E fan speed Air conditioning control switch B Released the air conditioner is on The air is cooled and or only dehumi...

Page 119: ...ond pause every twenty minutes to refresh the air Pressed LED on The air flow comesfrom inside the passenger compartment The recirculation speeds up air heating or cooling Prolonged use is not advisab...

Page 120: ...nally using control I Using control J you can adjust the air flow The vents A have these features FIXED AIR DISTRIBUTION VENTS These cannot be adjusted and are designed specifically for demisting defr...

Page 121: ...OU DRIVE CAR STEREO SYSTEM The system is made up of 1 Two 38 mm Tweeters with 25 Wrms output power installed in the dashboard 2 Two 165 mm mid woofers with 20 Wrms output power installed in the door p...

Page 122: ...e HI FI system is composed of 1 Two 40 mm tweeters installed on the dashboard 2 One rich bass speaker type bass reflex in the passenger footwell 3 One power amplifier with DSP with 8 independent chann...

Page 123: ...o system configurations NAVIGATOR OPTIONAL The car stereo can come equipped with a GPS navigation system SUITCASE SET OPTIONAL In order to save space in the luggage compartment a specific set of suitc...

Page 124: ...objects in the luggage compartment unless they are firmly secured Fitting the windstop 1 Take the windstop out of its case 2 Position the windstop between the two roll hoops in such a way that the sid...

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Page 127: ...lect gearbox 128 Using the brakes 136 Using the engine 137 Constant speed regulator Cruise Control 138 Headlights 142 Driving conditions 142 Anti pollution devices 147 Parking 148 Tyres 153 Useful acc...

Page 128: ...g wheel and check that the gear display indicates N not flashing 5 Turn the ignition key to MAR 6 press button START button and release it as soon as the engine starts Do not hold the START button for...

Page 129: ...wo batteries with a cable specifically designed for this purpose WARNING The battery is housed in a metal box therefore be extremely careful not to let the battery charger clips come into contact with...

Page 130: ...r TURNING OFF THE ENGINE With the engine idling rotate the ignition key to the STOP position A burst on the accelerator pedal before turning off the engine has no purpose and increases fuel consumptio...

Page 131: ...illuminate and will go off after a few seconds if no faults are found The gear engaged will remain highlighted in area G on the display WARNING When the driver s door is opened you may hear a humming...

Page 132: ...dash appears on the display there is a system failure When the engine is off 1st gear reverse R and neutral N can be engaged Keeping the brake pedal pressed during the request you must proceed as foll...

Page 133: ...e from the brake to the accelerator pedal The system is capable of varying its activation time depending on the road slope This time ranges from a minimum 0 06 seconds on downhill stretches and a maxi...

Page 134: ...the accelerator pedal An UPshift request will not be accepted if engagement of the requested gear would force the engine to run at low speeds underrevving or if an upshift is already in progress due t...

Page 135: ...showing the letter N flashing and activating the acoustic signal For safety reasons to avoid undesired and sudden vehicle movements CAUTION Never leave the vehicle with the gear in neutral N but engag...

Page 136: ...he vehicle speed the engine RPM and the torque power requested by the driver WARNING The automatic gearshift mode has priority over SPORT mode Therefore if you press the AUTO button D the system will...

Page 137: ...ine RPM as in NORMAL mode DOWNshifts with the accelerator pedal released will have a braking effect approaching the skidding of the driving wheels on dry asphalt Under racing style driving conditions...

Page 138: ...al thickness 7 5 mm the Service Network will replace all the pads at the same time The ABS is a component of the braking system that offers two basic advantages It avoids locking of the wheels and thu...

Page 139: ...even downhill When the revolution counter indicator is approaching the peak RPM drive carefully to avoid exceeding this limit WARNING In normal conditions all the red warning lights on the instrument...

Page 140: ...er with a set of specific parameters for engine operation diagnostics WARNING If when turning the ignition key to MAR the warning light does not illuminate or if it illuminates while driving contact a...

Page 141: ...of the dial B increases or decreases the speed by about 1 km h Rotate and hold the dial to vary the speed continuously When a new speed is reached it will automatically remain constant Button C RCL al...

Page 142: ...d holding the dial B turned for more than three seconds or momentarily turning the dial B to each impulse transmitted by the dial will cause a slight increase in speed about 1 Km h whereas a constant...

Page 143: ...activated at speeds exceeding 30 km h CAUTION The device can only be turned on in 4th 5th or 6th gear depending on the vehicle speed CAUTION When driving downhill with the device active the vehicle ma...

Page 144: ...strians bicycle riders and motorcycle drivers The electric arc requires very high voltage for striking but after activation power is supplied at a lower voltage The headlights reach maximum brightness...

Page 145: ...the position of the seat steering wheel and rear view mirrors so that you have the best driving position Check that nothing e g mat covers etc is blocking the pedals Carefully arrange any objects in...

Page 146: ...yourself and avoid driving for hours on end Ensure that the air inside the passenger compartment is changed constantly Never coast downhill with the engine off the braking action requires greater effo...

Page 147: ...ng Heavy rain also substantially reduces visibility Set the Air Conditioning controls to demisting in order to avoid any visibility problems Periodically check the conditions of the windscreen wiper b...

Page 148: ...rtaken on a hill slow down and allow the other vehicle to pass DRIVING ON SNOW OR ICE Below is some general advice for driving in these conditions Keep a very moderate speed Fit snow chains or specifi...

Page 149: ...arts these are all manoeuvres that can damage catalytic converters Use an auxiliary battery only when making an emergency start While driving if the engine does not run smoothly you may continue drivi...

Page 150: ...long time Check the tyre pressure regularly if the pressure is too low fuel consumption increases and the tyres are damaged Do not transport unnecessary objects in the luggage compartment The weight o...

Page 151: ...ning light on the instrument panel comes on During engagement and disengagement the warning light flashes until the brake has reached its maximum engagement force or is fully released In the above men...

Page 152: ...he vehicle slows down with strong deceleration Dynamic Braking It is therefore advisable to use this function only in case of an emergency The vehicle stability is in any case ensured by the VDC syste...

Page 153: ...chanical release only the manual emergency deactivation procedure must be performed to release the parking brake Deactivating the PARK OFF automatic operation To deactivate manual operation of the ele...

Page 154: ...ure you need to manually release the parking brake using the special tool provided in the toolkit Proceed as follows Move the left hand seat fully forward and fully tilt the backrest Using a screwdriv...

Page 155: ...on page 196 The Authorised Service Centres of the Manufacturer s Network are available to provide suggestions as to the types of tyres most suited to the use foreseen by the Customer For the type of...

Page 156: ...rised Service Centre of the Manufacturer s Network for information WARNING Keep a moderate speed when chains are fitted on the tyres Do not exceed 50 km h Avoid holes in the road do not drive over ste...

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Page 159: ...red 159 If an exterior light goes out 160 If an interior light goes out 164 If a fuse blows 167 If the battery is flat 178 If you have to jack up the vehicle 179 If you have to tow the vehicle 180 In...

Page 160: ...accelerator pedal and hold it down until the EOBD warning light goes off after approximately 4 seconds You can now release the accelerator pedal 5 The EOBD warning light starts flashing again As soon...

Page 161: ...storage box in the luggage compartment The toolkit contains 8 10 open end wrench open end wrench 13 17 double slot cross head screwdriver tow hook Electric parking brake actuator release tool IF A TYR...

Page 162: ...s A Position light bulb B Direction indicator light bulb C Bi xenon low beam high beam bulb D DRL bulb on vehicles manufactured for the Japanese market they are not operational for all the other marke...

Page 163: ...mplexity of the operation we advise you to have the taillight cluster bulbs replaced at an Authorised Service Centre of the Manufacturer s Network DIRECTION INDICATOR LIGHTS To replace the direction i...

Page 164: ...ve the unit 3 Remove the bulb holder L by turning it anticlockwise 4 Remove the bulb M and replace it 5 Refit the bulb holder turning it clockwise 6 Refit the direction indicator inserting first the r...

Page 165: ...1 Release the dome light by gently prising on the side with a screwdriver 2 Remove the unit and turn the bulb holder 3 Replace the snap fitted bulb P 4 Refit the bulb holder N inserting first the elec...

Page 166: ...wdriver at the points A and remove the dome light cover 2 Replace the bulb concerned Timed cartridge lamp B 12V 10W Reading light bulb holder C 12V 3W To remove the bulb holder turn it and remove it f...

Page 167: ...T To replace the bulb 1 Remove the transparent cover by levering it out gently using a screwdriver at point E 2 Raise the cover F 3 Replace the bulb G 4 Refit the cover inserting first the two tab sid...

Page 168: ...ewdriver positioned at point H to lever out the light fixing frame and remove it 2 Turn the bulb holder L and remove it 3 Replace the snap fitted bulb M 4 Refit the bulb holder L inserting first the e...

Page 169: ...e compartment to the left of the steering wheel In the luggage compartment next to the battery A B Replace the faulty fuse with a new one featuring the same rating same colour If the problem persists...

Page 170: ...RELAYS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT To access the fuses relays lift the engine compartment lid and remove the cover A by undoing the four retaining screws B The fuses relays are housed in 5 control boxes...

Page 171: ...relay 30A Headlight washers R06 Micro relay 20A High beams R07 Micro relay 10 20A Battery charger switch R08 Micro relay 20A Horns R09 Micro relay 20A DRL R14 Maxi relay 50A Air pump R15 Maxi relay 5...

Page 172: ...MF85 Maxi 60A Blue 30 front relay and fuse boxes F06 20A Yellow 15 key Ignition switch F07 30A Green Injection main relay main relay coil F08 7 5A Brown 30 Injection F09 10A Red 87 main relay I E F10...

Page 173: ...A NC coil R8 F24 Position available F25 30A Green 30 Starter motor F27 15A Light blue 87 main relay I E Cyl 5 8 coils F28 25A White 30 ABS solenoid valve unit ESP 8 0 F66 7 5A Brown Front side markers...

Page 174: ...9 F 35 F 13 T01 T12 T11 T13 FUSES AND RELAYS IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT TO THE LEFT OF THE STEERING WHEEL To access the fuses relays unscrew the 2 unlosable retaining screws and fold back the panel...

Page 175: ...teering wheel Pos Amp Colour System Component F12 15A Light blue 30 Right hand low beam F13 15A Light blue 30 Left hand low beam F31 7 5A Brown INT A For A C unit NBC Body Computer Node F32 10A Red 30...

Page 176: ...F44 20A Yellow Cigarette lighter on centre console F45 25A White Not used F46 15A Light blue Not used F47 20A Yellow Not used F48 20A Yellow Not used F49 7 5A Brown 15 For centre console controls cont...

Page 177: ...he key in the lock 2 Turn it 90 clockwise 3 Using a wrench prise at the two notches in the panel To close the panel D perform the operations described in points 1 and 2 in reverse order There are 3 re...

Page 178: ...20A Third stop R27 Position available Fuses behind the passenger seat Pos Amp Colour System Component F30 30A Green 30 Hi Fi system Amplifier F54 20A Yellow 30 NCR F55 Position available F56 Position...

Page 179: ...r Supply Driver s door node F98 20A Yellow NPP Power Supply Passenger s door node MF68 Maxi 40A Orange 30 soft top system hydraulic pump MF69 Maxi 40A Orange 30 EPB MF70 Maxi 30A Green Q Select gearbo...

Page 180: ...1 Deactivate the electronic alarm using the radio control 2 Remove the panel A by turning the 3 unlosable retaining screws B anticlockwise WARNING First disconnect the negative pole terminal then the...

Page 181: ...kin and eyes The battery recharging procedure must be carried out in a ventilated environment away from open flames or possible sources of sparks risk of explosion and fire IF YOU HAVE TO JACK UP THE...

Page 182: ...cally and you will be unable to steer the wheels CAUTION When towing the vehicle make sure that you observe the road traffic regulations concerning both the towing device and driving conduct CAUTION W...

Page 183: ...t their cigarettes out To extinguish fires even small ones use a fire extinguisher blankets sand or earth Never use water In multiple accidents occurred on highways particularly where visibility is po...

Page 184: ...s bandages of various size treated adhesive bandages of various sizes an adhesive bandage strip a pack of cotton wool a bottle of disinfectant a packet of paper cleaning tissues a pair of rounded end...

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Page 186: ...LE IDENTIFICATION DATA ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS BEFORE YOU DRIVE USING THE VEHICLE IN AN EMERGENCY CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS MAINTENANCE TABLE OF CONTENTS Alfaw...

Page 187: ...CHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Fuel 186 Engine oil 186 Capacities quantity and specifications of the products to use 187 Fuel consumption 189 CO2 exhaust emissions 189 Technical specifications 190 Tyre pressu...

Page 188: ...tank not even a minimum quantity You would irreparably damage the catalytic muffler WARNING An inefficient catalytic muffler results in noxious exhaust emissions which are harmful for the environment...

Page 189: ...grade lubricants SAE 5W 40 that meet API SL CF and ACEA A3 B3 B4 specifications replace at regular intervals 9 0 litres Recommended oil Selenia Motor Oil top up from the MIN to the MAX level 1 5 litre...

Page 190: ...ML09 12 Recommended oil TUTELA GI A Contractual Technical Reference No F002 B92 Gearbox 2 7 litres SAE 75W 90 above API GL4 GL5C API MT1 PG2 specifications Recommended oil TUTELA SPORT ZC SUPREME Q Se...

Page 191: ...d considering a route consisting of about 37 city cycle and 63 highway cycle CONSUMPTIONS ACCORDING TO EC 715 2007 AND EC 692 2008 REGULATIONS LITRES PER 100 KM City Highway Average 24 4 11 6 16 3 WAR...

Page 192: ...EC kW 331 HP 450 corresponding RPM RPM 7 000 Maximum torque EC Nm 480 kgm 49 corresponding RPM RPM 4 750 INJECTION IGNITION The ignition and injection system is controlled by a single microprocessor E...

Page 193: ...pump with the relative suction screen incorporated in the crankcase TRANSMISSION Clutch Dry double plate clutch with servo assisted hydraulic control COOLING SYSTEM Engine cooling is obtained by mean...

Page 194: ...ers ABS system In addition the hydraulic control unit is equipped with a microprocessor capable of processing a braking correction EBD system Finally the braking system is equipped with an electric pa...

Page 195: ...ng diameter 10 7 m Number of steering wheel turns 1 3 to the left and right WHEELS Wheel rims and tyres Wheel rim size Tyre size front 8 5 J x 20 245 35 ZR20 rear 10 5 J x 20 285 35 ZR20 front 8 5 J x...

Page 196: ...RFORMANCE Maximum speed Km h mph 292 181 CAUTION When winter tyres are fitted it is advisable not to exceed a speed of 220 km h Always observe the regulations in force in the country where you are dri...

Page 197: ...195 7 910 mm 2645 mm 4381 mm 826 mm 1590 mm 1370 mm 1589 mm 1894 mm CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS DIMENSIONS Alfawiki nl...

Page 198: ...0 VM S 2 2 rear 10 5 J x 20 275 35 ZR20 VM S 2 0 Winter tyres CAUTION Alternatively you may use winter tyres having the same dimensions as those provided with the vehicle CAUTION When winter tyres are...

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Page 201: ...filter 207 Battery 208 Electronic control units 209 Spark plugs 210 Wheels and tyres 210 Windscreen wipers 212 Air conditioning heating system 213 Bodywork 214 Interiors 217 If the vehicle is laid up...

Page 202: ...ance is restarted with the same operations performed for the 1st 2nd 3rd Services WARNING The Scheduled Maintenance services are prescribed by the Manufacturer Failure to have the services carried out...

Page 203: ...is displayed only once upon activating the instrument panel at decreasing intervals expressed in Km 2000 1800 100 50 Once the set limit in kilometres is reached every time the instrument panel is tur...

Page 204: ...le WARNING AIR FILTER When using the vehicle on dusty roads replace the air filters more frequently than indicated in the Maintenance Schedule If you have any doubts about the frequency for engine oil...

Page 205: ...203 8 2 5 3 1 4 MAINTENANCE LEVEL CHECKS 1 Engine oil 2 Engine coolant 3 Windscreen washer fluid 4 Brake fluid 5 Power steering fluid Alfawiki nl...

Page 206: ...e MIN notch add oil through the filler neck A positioned next to the dipstick until reaching the MAX notch The oil level must never exceed the MAX reference notch WARNING Do not top up with oil having...

Page 207: ...ironment friendly manner ENGINE COOLANT CAUTION When the engine is very hot do not remove the cap from the pan risk of burns The fluid level must be checked with the engine cold and must be between th...

Page 208: ...maximum level If the level goes below the minimum with the ignition key in position MAR the relative warning light will illuminate on the instrument panel If fluid is needed for topping up use only th...

Page 209: ...rised Service Centre of the Manufacturer s Network preferably at the beginning of the warm season If the vehicle is mainly used in the city traffic on highways or dusty roads we recommend that you rep...

Page 210: ...re very harmful for the environment We advise you to have the battery replaced at an Authorised Service Centre of the Manufacturer s Network where all the necessary equipment is available to dispose o...

Page 211: ...ver disconnect the battery from the electrical system when the engine is running Disconnect the battery from the electrical system when recharging it see page 178 If the battery is flat WARNING When t...

Page 212: ...PLUGS It is essential that the spark plugs are sound and clean to help ensure engine performance and to keep polluting emissions to a minimum level WARNING The spark plugs must be changed at the inte...

Page 213: ...ularly for any signs of damage e g scratches cuts cracks bulges etc If sharp objects penetrate the tyres they can cause damage which is only visible when the tyre is removed In any case any possible d...

Page 214: ...pheric conditions CAUTION The arms of the wiper blade have to be replaced with new ones after having disassembled them twice The special arm fixing system ensures optimal mechanical stability only aft...

Page 215: ...careful not to damage the bodywork or the blade itself AIR CONDITIONING HEATING SYSTEM During the winter the air conditioning system should be operated at least once a month for about 10 minutes Befor...

Page 216: ...t against corrosion Spraying of the underbody engine compartment internal part of the wheelhouse and of other parts using highly protective wax products Spraying of the plastic material most exposed p...

Page 217: ...ly into an enclosed environment but leave it in the open air so as to allow the water to evaporate Do not wash the vehicle after it has been left in the sun or when the hood is hot the paint gloss cou...

Page 218: ...ecifically for soft tops WARNING Do not use solvents alcohol petrol or generic detergents to clean the soft top Leave the product to act for a few minutes Then rinse thoroughly until all traces of foa...

Page 219: ...rtment driving direction To perform this operation you must contact a specialised workshop WARNING Wash only when the engine is cold and with the ignition key turned to STOP After washing make sure th...

Page 220: ...voltage is below 12 5 V Check that the electric parking brake is not applied Clean and protect the painted parts applying protective waxes Clean and protect polished metal parts with specific product...

Page 221: ...A to the side If you do not plan on using the vehicle for more than a week we advise you to connect the battery conditioner in order to preserve full battery efficiency Position the device outside th...

Page 222: ...ected from the mains WARNING If the battery conditioner is connected only to the vehicle socket the battery will rapidly discharge When the warning light 1 is on permanently it means that there is an...

Page 223: ...ng the connection of the battery conditioner both to the mains and the vehicle socket and that the mains are powered if the 2 or 3 Active and Passive phase warning lights do not illuminate a few secon...

Page 224: ...ng protection The battery conditioner is protected against overheating If the ambient temperature rises the output power is reduced Maintenance The battery conditioner does not require maintenance The...

Page 225: ...he battery is reconnected wait at least 30 seconds with the ignition key in position MAR before starting the engine This enables the electronic system that controls the motor driven valves to run a se...

Page 226: ...048 m 1 m 1 0936 yd 1 yd 0 9144 m 1 cm 0 3937 in 1 in 2 54 cm Volume 1 l 0 2642 US gallon 1 US gallon 3 785 l Weight 1 kg 2 2046 lb 1 lb 0 4536 kg Power 1 kW 1 341 hp 1 hp 0 746 kW Pressure 1 bar 14 5...

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Page 230: ...p 1 24 Group 2 24 Group 3 25 Front airbags 26 Smart bag system multistage front airbags 28 Driver s front airbag 29 Passenger s front airbag 29 Passenger s airbag manual deactivation switch 30 General...

Page 231: ...Ministerial homologation 90 Ordering extra radio operated controls 91 Replacing radio operated control batteries 91 Front seats 92 Back forward adjustment 92 Seatback inclination 92 Seat height adjust...

Page 232: ...fore a trip 142 Capacities 143 Safe driving 143 Before you drive 143 Travelling 144 Driving at night 144 Driving in the rain 145 Driving in fog 145 Driving in the mountains 146 Driving on snow or ice...

Page 233: ...e 200 After the 11th service 200 Additional checks 202 WARNING Engine oil 202 WARNING Air filter 202 Level checks 203 Engine oil 204 Gearbox oil 205 Engine coolant 205 Windscreen headlight washer flui...

Page 234: ...technical or commercial reasons Contact the nearest Authorised Dealer or Alfa Romeo for any further information you may require For efficiency and safety purposes as well as for preserving the vehicl...

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