Alfa Romeo Giulia-GTA, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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"Starting the engine" paragraph, in the
"Starting and driving" chapter.
WARNING If the battery was
disconnected, do not start the engine
immediately after reconnecting the
terminals, but press the start button,
without operating the pedals, to turn on
the instrument panel and then start the
engine.
The
symbol on the instrument panel
will remain on, indicating that the
steering must be initialised. To do this,
turn the steering wheel from one end to
the other and bring it back to the centre
position within 30 seconds from starting
the engine. If any red warning lights on
the instrument panel remain lit, stop the
engine, wait for at least 5 seconds and
repeat the starting procedure described
above.
STARTING WITH FLAT KEY BATTERY
If the remote control battery is flat,
proceed as follows to start the car:
lift the front armrest;
lay the key on the indicated spot,
respecting the position shown in fig. 15.
15
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STEERING COLUMN LOCK
(where provided)
Activation
The steering lock is engaged when the
driver door is opened with the ignition
device button at STOP.
Deactivation
The steering lock disengages when
the ignition device is pressed and the
electronic key is recognised.
WARNING
2) Always take the key with you when
you leave your car to prevent someone
from accidentally operating the controls.
Remember to engage the electric parking
brake. Never leave children unattended in
the car.
3) It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any
after-market operation involving steering
system or steering column modifications
(e.g. installation of anti-theft device) that
could adversely affect performance,
invalidate the warranty, cause SERIOUS
SAFETY PROBLEMS and also result
in the car not meeting type-approval
requirements.
4) Before leaving the vehicle, ALWAYS
engage the handbrake. Activate mode P
(Park) and press the ignition device to set it
to STOP. When leaving the vehicle, always
lock all the doors by pressing the button on
the handle.
5) For versions equipped with the Keyless
Start system, do not leave the electronic
key inside or near the car or in a place
accessible to children. Do not leave the car
with the ignition device in ON position. A
child could activate the electric window
winders, other controls or even start the car.
6) If the ignition device has been tampered
with (e.g. an attempted theft), have it
checked over by a Dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership before driving again.