2005 Alfa Romeo 147 Owner handbook (in English)

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
23
Folding(fig. 31)
– In the event of need (for example when
the mirror causes difficulty in narrow spaces)
it is possible to fold the mirror moving it from
position (A) to position (B).Defrosting/demisting(fig. 32)
The electric mirrors are fitted with heat-
ing coils which come into operation with
rearscreen heating pressing the button (A)
thereby defrosting and/or demisting the mir-
rors.
IMPORTANTThe function is timed and
automatically switched off after a few min-
utes.
fig. 31
A0A0041m
fig. 32
A0A0486m
OUTER
Electric adjustment (fig. 30)
– 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. 30
A0A0040m
When driving the mirrors
should always be in posi-
tion (A).
WARNING
As the driver’s wing mirror
is curved, it may slightly
alter the perception of distance.
WARNING

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
24
POWER WINDOWS
The power windows are fitted with a safe-
ty system with crush-prevention seals. The
electronic control unit that operates the sys-
tem is capable of detecting the presence of
an obstacle during the window closing mo-
tion 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
reset and if there are no faults, the window
winder automatically resumes normal op-
eration; if not, contact Alfa Romeo Autho-
rised Services.
IMPORTANTWith the ignition key at
STOPor removed, the power windows re-
main activated for about 3 minutes and are
deactivated immediately the moment a door
is opened.
fig. 33
A0A0043m
fig. 34
A0A0044m
Passenger’s side (fig. 34)
The button (A) controls the passenger’s
side window.
IMPORTANTThe passenger side pow-
er window is provided with an “automatic
continuous operation” device both to low-
er and to raise the window. A brief push on
the upper or lower part of the button is suf-
ficient to start the run which continues au-
tomatically: the window stops at the re-
quired position by pushing once again in-
differently the upper or lower part of the but-
ton. Driver’s side (fig. 33)
The driver’s door panel contains the but-
tons that control the following windows,
with the ignition key at MAR:
A- left front window
B- right front 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.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
25
Do not keep the button
pressed when the window
is completely raised or
lowered.
IMPORTANTAfter locking the doors,
keeping the corresponding button of the re-
mote control pressed for about 2 seconds
causes automatic closing of the windows
and sunroof (if present). The remote control
button should be pressed until the windows
have completed their stroke; releasing the
button sooner, the windows stop in the po-
sition 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.SEAT BELTS
USING THE SEAT BELTS
The belt should be worn keeping the chest
straight and rested against the seat back.
Take hold the tongue (A-fig. 35) and in-
sert it into the buckle (B), until hearing the
locking click.
At removal, if it jams, let it rewind for a
short stretch, then pull it out again without
jerking.
fig. 35
A0A0045m
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 ignition
key to prevent the power windows
from being operated inadvertent-
ly, and harming anyone left on
board.
WARNING

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
26
The rear seat is fitted with inertial seat belts
with three anchor points with reel for the
side seats and for the centre seat (fig. 36).
Through the reel, the belt automatically
adapts to the body of the passenger wear-
ing it, allowing freedom of movement.
When the car is parked on a steep slope
the reel mechanism may block; this is nor-
mal. The reel mechanism prevents the web-
bing coming out when it is jerked or if the
car brakes sharply, in a collision or when cor-
nering at high speed.To unfasten the seat belts, press button
(C). Guide the seat belt with your hand while
it is rewinding, to prevent it from twisting.
fig. 36
A0A0386m
Never press button (C)
when travelling.
WARNING
fig. 36a
A0A0708m
When the seat back is cou-
pled properly, the “red
band” (B) next to the seat back
levers (A) disappears. The “red
band” actually indicates improper
seat back coupling (fig. 36a). When
resetting it in proper position,
make sure to hear the locking click.
WARNING
After tilting, when reset-
ting the rear seat in
straight position, take care to repo-
sition the seat belt properly to
have it ready for use.
WARNING
Make sure the seat back is
correctly hooked on both
sides (not visible “red bands” (B))
to prevent seat back being thrown
forwards and injuring passengers
should you brake sharply.
WARNING

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
27
FRONT SEAT BELT HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
The front seat belt ring can take different
positions which make it possible to adjust
the height of the belts.
Always adjust the height of the belts adapt-
ing it to the person who is wearing it. This
precaution improves their effectiveness. sub-
stantially reducing the risk of injury in the
event of a crash.
Correct adjustment is obtained when the
belt passes half way between the end of the
shoulder and the neck.
To adjust, lower or raise the grip (A-
fig. 38) of the locking device, at the same
time moving the ring (B) to the most ap-
propriate of the allowed positions.
LOAD LIMITERS
To increase passive safety, the front seat
belt reels contain a load limiter which allows
controlled sag in such a way as to dose the
force acting on the shoulders during the belt
restraining action.
fig. 47
A0A0419m
When the rear seats are not occupied, use
the spaces provided in the cushion to stow
the belt buckles.
fig. 37
A0A0387m
To offer the highest level of
protection, the rear seat
belts should be fastened as shown
in fig. 36.
WARNING
Remember that, in the
event of an accident, any
passengers occupying the rear
seats who are not wearing a seat
belt not only subject themselves to
great personal risk but constitute
a danger to the occupants of the
front seats.
WARNING
After adjustment, always
check that the slider (B-
fig. 38) is anchored in one of the
positions provided. To do this, with
the button (A-fig. 38) released, ex-
ert a further pressure to allow the
anchor device to catch if release did
not take place at one of the pre-
set positions.
WARNING
Make the height adjust-
ment when the car is sta-
tionary.
WARNING

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
28
PRE-TENSIONING DEVICES
To increase the efficiency of the front seat
belts,Alfa 147 GTAis fitted with pre-
tensioning devices.
These devices “feel” that the car is being
subject to a violent impact by way of a sen-
sor rewind the seat belts a few centimetres.
In this way they ensure that the seat belt
adheres to the wearer before the restraining
action begins.
The seat belt locks to indicate that the de-
vice has intervened; the seat belt cannot be
drawn back up even when guiding it man-
ually.IMPORTANTThe pretensioner will give
maximum protection when the seat belt ad-
heres snugly to wearer’s chest and hips.
Front seat pretensioners activate only if
front seat belts are properly fitted into buck-
les.
A small amount of smoke may be pro-
duced. This smoke is in no way toxic and
presents no fire hazard.
The emergency tensioning retractor needs
no maintenance or lubrication. Any modifi-
cation to its original features will nullify the
retractor’s effectiveness. If, due to unusual
natural events (floods, high waves, etc.),
the device has been affected by water and
mud, it must be replaced.Operations involving
banging, vibrations or
heating (above 100°C for
a maximum of 6 hours) in the area
of the pretensioners may damage
or trigger off the device. Vibrations
from rough road surfaces or acci-
dental jolting caused by mounting
pavements etc. do not have any ef-
fect on the pretensioner. If, how-
ever, you need assistance, go to Al-
fa Romeo Authorized Services.The pretensioner can only
be used once. After a col-
lision that has triggered it, have it
replaced at Alfa Romeo Authorized
Service. The validity of the device
is written on the plate located on
the front left door near the lock.
Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services to have pretensioner re-
placed as this date approaches.
WARNING

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
29
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THE USE OF THE
SEAT BELTS
All the occupants of the car are obliged to
respect the local traffic laws regarding the
wearing of seat belts.
Always fasten the seat belts before start-
ing.
fig. 39
A0A0420m
Never disassemble or tam-
per with the pretensioner
components. All interventions must
be carried out by qualified and au-
thorised personnel. Always contact
Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
WARNING
To ensure the highest de-
gree of protection, you are
recommended to keep the seat
backrest in the straightest position
possible, and the belt adhering well
to the chest and pelvis. Seat belt
should always be worn in both the
front and rear positions! Travelling
without seat belt increases the risk
of serious injury or death in the
case of accident.
WARNING
The seat belt must not be
twisted and should cling
tightly to the body. The upper part
must pass over the shoulder and
diagonally across the chest. The
lower part must rest across the
pelvis and not across the stomach
to eliminate the risk of sliding for-
wards (fig. 39). Do not use devices
(clips, stoppers, etc.) which keep
the belts away from the body.
WARNING
Under no circumstances
should the components of
the seat belts and pretensioner be
tampered with or removed. Any
operation should be carried out by
qualified and authorised personnel.
Always contact an Alfa Romeo Au-
thorized Service.
WARNING

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
30
Seat belts are also to be worn by expec-
tant mothers: the risk of injury in the case
of accident is greatly reduced for them and
the unborn child if they are wearing a seat
belt.
Pregnant women must of course position
the lower part of the belt very low down so
that it passes under the abdomen (fig. 41).
HOW TO KEEP THE SEAT BELTS
ALWAYS IN EFFICIENT
CONDITIONS
– Always use the belts with the tape well
taut and never twisted; make sure that it
is free to run without impediments.– After a serious accident, replace the belt
being worn at that time, even if it does not
appear damaged. Always replace the seat
belts if pretensioners have been activated.
– To clean the belts, wash by hand with
neutral soap, rinse and leave to dry in the
shade. Never use strong detergents, bleach
or dyes or any other chemical substance that
might weaken the fibres.
– Prevent the reels from getting wet: cor-
rect operation of them is only guaranteed
if water does not get inside.
– Replace the seat belt if it shows signif-
icant wear or cut signs.
fig. 40
A0A0421m
fig. 41
A0A0422m
Do not carry children on
your knee using a single
seat belt for both (fig. 40). Do not
fasten other objects to the body.
WARNING
If the seat belt has been
subjected to shock, for ex-
ample during an accident, it must
be completely replaced together
with the attachments and their
screws, and the pretensioning de-
vices, even if visible defects are not
detected as the belt may have lost
its resilience.
WARNING