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Driver’s side (fig. 8)
The driver’s door panel contains the but-
tons that control the following windows,
with the ignition key at MAR:
A- left window
B- right window.
Press the button to lower the window. Pull
to raise it.
IMPORTANTThe driver’s power window
is fitted with the “continuous automatic op-
eration” device for both lowering and raising
the window. A brief press on the upper or
lower part of the button will cause it to move
and continue automatically: the window
stops in the required position by pressing ei-
ther the upper or lower part of the button
again.
fig. 8
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WING MIRROR
ADJUSTMENT
Electric adjustment (fig. 7)
– use the switch (A) to select the mirror
required (right or left);
– pressing the button (B), in one of the
four directions, move the mirror selected pre-
viously;
– Position the switch (A) in the interme-
diate locking position.
IMPORTANTAdjustment is possible on-
ly with the ignition key at MAR.
fig. 7
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POWER WINDOWS
For some versions, the power windows are
fitted with a safety system with crush-pre-
vention seals. The electronic control unit that
operates the system is capable of detect-
ing the presence of an obstacle during the
window closing motion through the special
seals. Should this occur, the system stops
the movement of the window and reverses
it immediately.
IMPORTANTIf the crush-prevention
function is operated for 3 times in 1 minute,
the system automatically sets to the recov-
ery mode (self-protection). To reset the cor-
rect system operating logic, use the control
button. The window will rise in predefined
steps until closing completely. The logic is re-
set and if there are no faults, the window
winder automatically resumes normal oper-
ation; if not, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised
Services.
With the ignition key at STOPor removed,
the power windows remain activated for
about 3 minutes and are deactivated im-
mediately the moment a door is opened.
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Do not keep the button
pressed when the window
is completely raised or
lowered.
fig. 9
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IMPORTANTIf the car is fitted with
safety seals, after locking the doors, keep-
ing the corresponding button on the remote
control pressed for about 2 seconds the win-
dows and sunroof (if present) are closed au-
tomatically. The remote control button must
be kept pressed until the windows have
completed their stroke, releasing the button
before, the windows stop in the position
they are in at that moment.
On all versions, after unlocking the doors,
keeping the remote control button pressed
for about 2 seconds the windows and sun-
roof (if present) are opened. Passenger’s side (fig. 9)
The button (A) controls the passenger’s
side window.
IMPORTANTThe passenger’s power
window is fitted with the “automatic con-
tinuous operation” device for lowering the
window only. The device works in the same
way as the one on the driver’s side.
Improper use of power
windows can be danger-
ous. Before and during use, always
make sure that the passengers are
not exposed to the risk of harm ei-
ther directly by the moving win-
dows or by personal objects drawn
or knocked by them. When leaving
the car, always remove the igni-
tion key to prevent the power
windows from being operated in-
advertently, and harming anyone
left on board.
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FRONT AND SIDE
AIR BAGS
The car is fitted with front Air bags for the
driver (fig. 11), for the passenger (fig. 12)
and side bag (fig. 13) and window bag
(fig. 14).
fig. 11
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fig. 12
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DEACTIVATING THE
PASSENGER’S
FRONT AIR BAG MANUALLY
Should it be absolutely necessary to car-
ry a child on the front seat, the passenger’s
Air bag on the vehicle can be deactivated.
Deactivation takes place using the car ig-
nition key to operate the special switch on
the left hand side of the dashboard
fig. 13
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fig. 14
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(fig. 15). Access to the switch is only pos-
sible with the door open.
The key-operated switch (fig. 15) has
two positions:
1) Passenger’s front Air bag activated:
(ONposition
P) warning light on instru-
ment cluster off; it is absolutely prohibited
to carry a child on the front seat.
2) Passenger’s front Air bag deactivated:
(OFFposition
F) warning light on in-
strument cluster on; it is possible to carry a
child protected by special restraint systems
on the front seat.
The warning light
Fon the cluster stays
on permanently until the passenger’s Air bag
is reactivated.
Deactivation of the passenger’s front Air bag
does not inhibit operation of the side Air bag.
When the door is open, the key can be in-
serted and removed in both positions.
fig. 15
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If no leaks are found the vehicle can be
restarted. Press button (A) to activate the
fuel supply system again.
fig. 22
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CONTROLS
INERTIAL FUEL CUT-OFF
SWITCH
(fig. 22)
This is an automatic safety switch, to be
found on the floor next to the driver’s door
pillar, which is triggered in the event of a
crash of a certain magnitude to interrupt the
flow of fuel.
The cutting in of the inertial switch is shown
on the display of the instrument cluster.
INTERIOR FITTINGS
GLOVEBOX
On the dashboard there is a glovebox with
lid and light.
To open use handle (A-fig. 20).
When the glovebox is opened with the ig-
nition key at MARa courtesy light inside
is turned on (A-fig. 21).
The fitting is completed by a recess (B) on
the lid for inserting a pen or pencil.
fig. 20
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fig. 21
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If a smell of fuel is noted
following an accident, or
the fuel system is leaking, to avoid
the risk of fire do not reset the
switch.
WARNING
Do not travel with the
glovebox open: the lid could
harm the passenger in the event of
an accident.
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BONNET
The bonnet opening lever is under the left
end of the dashboard.
To open:
– pull the lever (A-fig. 23) until the bon-
net clicks open.
– press the safety lever (A-fig. 24) up-
wards.
– raise the bonnet.
IMPORTANTBonnet raising is aided by
two gas springs. Do not tamper with these
springs and accompany the bonnet while
raising it.
fig. 23
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fig. 24
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To close:
– lower the bonnet until approx. 20 cm
from the engine compartment and then let
it drop, ensuring that it is fully closed and
not just held in position by the safety catch.
If the bonnet does not close properly do
not push it down but open it again and re-
peat the above procedure.
Scarves, ties and other
loose clothing might be
pulled by moving parts.
WARNING
Do this only with the car
stationary.
WARNING
For safety reasons the
bonnet shall always be
perfectly closed when travelling.
Always check for proper bonnet
locking. If the bonnet is left inad-
vertently open, stop the car im-
mediately and close the bonnet.
WARNING
DANGER-SERIOUS INJURY.
When carrying out checks
or maintenance operations in the
engine compartment, take special
care not to bump the head on the
raised bonnet.
WARNING
If checks are needed in the
engine compartment, when
it is still hot, do not approach the
fan: it might start working also
with the ignition key removed.
Wait for the engine to cool down.
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IN THE EVENT OF A BLOWN FUSE
Never replace a fuse with
metal wires or anything
else. Always use an intact
fuse of the same colour.
Access is gained to the control box on the
dashboard by slackening the two retainers
(A-fig. 27) and removing the protective
trim (B).
fig. 27
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Never replace a fuse with
another with a higher amp
rating, DANGER OF FIRE.
WARNING
If a general fuse (MAXI-
FUSE or MEGA-FUSE) cuts
in, do not attempt any repair and
contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised
Service.
WARNING
If a fuse blows again, con-
tact an Alfa Romeo Autho-
rised Service.
WARNING
Before replacing a fuse,
make sure the ignition key
has been removed and that all the
other services are switched off
and/or disengaged.
WARNING
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
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Brake and clutch hydraulic fluid
- checking level and topping up.... 230
Brakes
- checking fluid level and
topping up .............................. 230
- handbrake .............................. 108
- specifications .......................... 247
Braking lights
- changing bulbs ........................ 205
Bulbs
- general instructions .................. 196
- replacement............................ 198
- types of bulbs ......................... 196
Card holder ................................ 123
Catalyst ...................................... 174
Cell phones (provision) ................. 125
Changing battery of key with
remote control .......................... 10
Changing bulbs- general information.................. 196
- types of bulbs ......................... 196
Checking levels ............................ 226
- checking level and topping
up brake and clutch fluid........... 230
- checking level and topping
up coolant fluid ....................... 229
- checking level and topping
up engine oil ........................... 227
- checking level and topping
up power steering oil................ 229
- checking level and topping up
windscreen/rearscreen/
headlamp washer fluid ............. 231
Children (carrying safely) .............. 31
Cigar lighter ................................ 122
Cleaning and maintenance
- body ...................................... 240
- car interior .............................. 242
- engine compartment ................ 242- leather seats ........................... 242
- plastic parts ............................ 242
- windows ................................ 241
Climate control, automatic
two-zone.................................. 91
Climate control system.............. 89
- air vents ........................ 89-90
- controls .................................. 93
Clock.......................................... 60
Clutch
- checking fluid level and
topping up .............................. 230
CO
2emissions ............................. 258
CODE card................................... 7
Controls ...................................... 106
Correct use of the car............ 175
Courtesy light .............................. 121
- changing bulbs ........................ 207
Cruise control .............................. 47
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Dashboard
Left hand drive ............................ 50
Demisting-defrosting
- door mirrors ............................ 105
- rearscreen .............................. 105
- windscreen and front side
windows ................................ 104
Direction indicators
- changing front bulbs................. 202
- changing rear bulbs.................. 204
- changing side bulbs.................. 203
- switching on ........................... 43
Display, reconfigurable
multifunction ....................... 53
- access to menu screen.............. 57
- control buttons ........................ 54
- dimmer .................................. 75
- display in concurrence
with event .............................. 76Door light.................................... 122
- changing bulbs ........................ 206
Door locking system ..................... 107
Door mirrors ................................ 23
Doors
- central locking......................... 16
- opening/closing from inside ...... 16
- opening/closing from outside .... 15
- remote control......................... 7
- remote locking unlocking .......... 7
Driving
- at night .................................. 179
- before driving off ..................... 178
- economically and respecting
the environment ...................... 183
- in bad weather (rain, fog) ........ 180
- in the mountains ..................... 180
- in winter ................................ 181
- when travelling ....................... 178- with ABS ................................ 181
Electronic alarm system ............... 11
- description .............................. 11
- ministerial homologation........... 14
- request for additional keys
with remote control.................. 11
- shutting off the system ............. 14
- switching off ........................... 12
- switching on ........................... 11
- volumetric protection ................ 13
- when the alarm is triggered....... 13
Electronic control units .................. 236
Emergency starting....................... 188
- starting by inertia .................... 190
- starting with an auxiliary
battery ................................... 189
Emission reducing devices.............. 174
Engine
- identification codes .................. 244