Alfa Romeo Tonale, Owner'S Handbook Manual

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The engine compartment contains hot
components which may start a fire.
201) Brake fluid is poisonous and highly
corrosive. In the event of accidental contact,
immediately wash the affected parts with
water and mild soap. Then rinse thoroughly.
Call a doctor immediately if swallowed.
202) The symbol , on the brake fluid
container indicates if a brake fluid is
synthetic or mineral­based. Use of mineral
type fluids will damage the special rubber
seals of the braking system beyond repair.
203) The conventional battery fluid is
poisonous and corrosive. Avoid contact with
the skin and eyes. Keep open flames away
from the conventional battery and do not
use objects that might create sparks: risk of
explosion and fire.
204) Using the conventional battery with
insufficient battery fluid may irreparably
damage the battery and may cause an
explosion.
205) If the car must remain unused for a
long time at a very low temperature, remove
the conventional battery and take it to a
warm place, to avoid freezing.
206) Always wear appropriate goggles to
protect your eyes when working on or near
the conventional battery.
IMPORTANT
81) The oil level must never exceed the MAX
mark.
82) Always top up using engine oil of the
same specifications as that already in the
engine.
83) PARAFLU UP anti-freeze fluid is used
in the engine cooling system; use the same
fluid type as that already in the cooling
system when topping up. PARAFLU UP may
not be mixed with other types of anti-freeze
fluids. In the event of topping up with an
unsuitable product, under no circumstances
start the engine and contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
84) Prevent brake fluid, which is highly
corrosive, from coming into contact
with painted parts. Should it happen,
immediately wash with water.
85) Incorrect installation of electric and
electronic devices may cause severe
damage to your car. After purchasing your
car, if you wish to install any accessories
(e.g. anti-theft, radio phone, etc.), go to an
Alfa Romeo Dealership, which will suggest
the most suitable devices and advise you
whether a higher capacity conventional
battery needs to be installed.
IMPORTANT
6) Used engine oil and oil filters contain
substances which are harmful to the
environment. To change the oil and filters,
we advise you to contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
7) Used transmission oil contains
substances that may be dangerous for the
environment. You are advised to contact an
Alfa Romeo Dealership for oil changes.
8) Batteries contain substances which are
very harmful for the environment. For
conventional battery replacement, contact
an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
CHARGING THE CONVENTIONAL
BATTERY
WARNINGS
WARNING After setting the ignition
device to STOP and closing the driver's
door, wait at least two minutes before
disconnecting the electrical supply
from the traditional battery. When
reconnecting the electrical supply to the
conventional battery, make sure that the
ignition device is in the STOP position
and the driver's door is closed.
WARNING Charging should be slow at
a low ampere rating for approximately
24 hours. Charging for a longer time may
damage the conventional battery.
WARNING The cables of the electrical
system must be correctly reconnected to
the conventional battery, i.e. the positive
cable (+) to the positive terminal and
the negative cable (–) to the negative
terminal.
The conventional battery terminals are
marked with the positive (+) and negative
(-) terminal symbols, and are shown on
the cover of the battery itself.
The battery terminals must also be
corrosion-free and firmly secured to the
terminals. If a "quick-type" conventional
battery charger is used with the battery
fitted on the car, before connecting
it disconnect both cables of the
conventional battery itself. Do not use a