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6.Multifunction button:
– Radio: call preset stations (from 6 to
1)
– Compact Disc player: select previous
track.
Volume adjustment and Mute
buttons
The buttons for volume adjustment (1) e
(2) and for turning Mute on/off (3) work
in the same way as the corresponding but-
tons on the radio.
Radio frequency and sound
source select button
To cyclically select the radio frequencies
and sound sources, briefly and repeatedly
press button (4).
The frequencies/sources available are:
FMI, FMII, FMT, MW, LW, CD*, CDC**.
(*) Only if the Compact Disc is inserted
(**) Only if the CD-Changer is connected
Multifunction buttons (5) and (6)
Multifunction buttons (5) and (6) call the
preset radio stations, or select the next/pre-
vious track when listening to a Compact
Disc.
Press button (5) to select stations from
1 to 6 or to listen to the next track on a CD.
Press button (6) to select stations from
6 to 1 or to listen to the previous track on
a CD.
FUNCTIONS AND
ADJUSTMENTS
(fig. 137)
Switching on
The set is turned on keeping the “ON”
button pressed (20). If the radio was on
before the engine was turned off, it will turn
on again automatically the next time the en-
gine is started.
If the radio is turned on with the ignition
key at STOP, it will turn off automatically
after about 20 minutes.
With the ignition key at MARthe “ON”
button is always lit to facilitate turning on
the radio.When the radio is turned on again it will
resume with the same settings that were
working before turning off, with the excep-
tion of the volume which, if it was set to
above 20, it is activated at 20.
Turning the radio off
To turn off keep the “ON”button (20)
pressed again
If the ignition key is turned to STOPwhen
the radio is on, it will turn off automatical-
ly and turn on again the next time the key
is turned to MAR.
Selecting the Radio/Compact
Disc/CD-Changer functions
Briefly and repeatedly pressing the “SRC”
button (14) it is possible to select the fol-
lowing functions in sequence:
– TUNER (Radio)
– CD (only if the Compact Disc is inserted)
– CHANGER (only if the CD-Changer is con-
nected).
After each change of the sound source, for
about 2.5 seconds, the display shows the
function selected: TUNER(Radio),CD
(Compact Disc), CHANGER(CD-Changer).

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IGN TIME function
With this function it is possible to choose
if when turning the engine (or the instru-
ment panel) off, the sound system shall
turn off immediately (00 MIN) or if it
shall stay on for other 20 minutes (20
MIN).
After selecting “IGN TIME” in the
menu using buttons
▲or▼, the display
will show the message “IGN TIME”.
To change setting use button
¯¯or
˙˙.
Two settings are available:
– “00 MIN”: sound system going off
immediately when turning the engine (or
the instrument panel) off;
– “20 MIN”: sound system staying on
for 20 minutes after turning the engine
(or the instrument panel) off.
COMPACT DISC PLAYER
(fig. 137)
Selecting the Compact player
To turn on the Compact Disc player inte-
grated in the set, when a CD is already in-
serted, turn the set on, then briefly and re-
peatedly press the “SRC” button (14) to
select the “CD” operating mode. Inserting
a CD, also with the device off, the CD play-
er is turned on.
Inserting/ejecting a CD
To insert the CD set it gently in place (3)
to activate the powered loading system,
which will position it correctly.
Press “
˚” (5), with the device on, to op-
erate the powered CD eject system.
After ejection, the source heard before play-
ing the CD will return. The CD cannot be
ejected if the device is off.
Possible error messages
If the CD inserted is illegible, the display
will show the wording “CD-ERROR” for
about 2 seconds, then the CD is ejected and
the previous source before CD was select-
ed returns.Display information
When the CD Player is working, the dis-
play shows information which has the fol-
lowing meaning:
“T05”: shows the number of the track on
the CD
“03:42”: shows the time elapsed since
the start of the track (if the corresponding
Menu function is on)
“MADONNA”: shows the name given
to the CD.
Select track (forward/backward)
Briefly press “
▲” (6) to play the next
track on the CD and “
▼” (8) to play the
previous one.
To select tracks continuously, keep the but-
ton pressed.
If playing the track started more than 3
seconds ago, pressing “
▼” (8) the track is
played again from the start. In this case if
wanting to play the previous track, press the
button twice consecutively.

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REFUELLING
The antipollution devices
on the car oblige the use of
only four-star unleaded
petrol with an octane number
(R.O.N.) of 95 or over.
Never use leaded petrol,
as this would irreversibly
damage the exhaust gas
catalyst. If leaded fuel is added to
the fuel tank, no matter how small
the quantity, DO NOT START THE
ENGINE. Do not attempt to dilute
the fuel in the tank, completely
drain the fuel circuit and tank.
To prevent accidentally filling with leaded
petrol, the diameter of the fuel tank filler
is of such a size as not to accept the noz-
zle of this type of petrol.
An inefficient catalyst
leads to harmful emission
at the exhaust, thus envi-
ronment pollution.
FUEL CAP (fig. 145)
The fuel cap (A) is key-lockable and has a
catch to prevent misplacing it (B) that fas-
tens it to the flap (C); to gain access to it,
open the flap then use the ignition key to turn
counter-clockwise and remove the cap.
When refuelling, hook the cap to the de-
vice on the inner flap, as illustrated.
IMPORTANTThe sealing of the tank
may cause light pressurising. A little breath-
ing off, while slackening the cap is ab-
solutely normal.
fig. 145
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After refuelling, turn the cap clockwise un-
til one or more clicks are heard; then turn
the key clockwise to lock. Close the flap.
IMPORTANTFor your safety, before
starting the engine, also make sure that the
fuel nozzle is correctly inserted in the fuel
distributor.
In the case of need, only
replace the fuel cap with
another genuine one, or the
efficiency of the fuel vapour re-
covery system could be adversely
affected.
Do not go near the fuel
filler with naked flames or
lit cigarettes: danger of fire. Avoid
going too near the fuel filler with
your face, to avoid inhaling harm-
ful vapours.
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EMISSION REDUCING DEVICES
Trivalent catalytic converter
(catalytic silencer)
The exhaust system is fitted with a cata-
lyst formed of alloys of precious metals; it
is housed in a stainless steel container which
is able to withstand the high operating tem-
peratures.
The catalyst converts the unburnt hydro-
carbons, carbon monoxide and nitric oxide
in the exhaust gas (even in minimal quan-
tity owing to the electronic ignition and in-
jection systems) into non polluting com-
pounds.Lambda sensors
Lambda sensors measure the content of
oxygen present in the exhaust gas. The sig-
nal transmitted by the Lambda sensors is
used by the injection and ignition electron-
ic control unit to adjust the air - fuel mixture.
Anti-evaporation system
As it is impossible, even when the engine
is switched off, to prevent the formation of
fuel vapours, a system has been devised
which traps the vapours in a special acti-
vated carbon container.
When the engine is running these vapours
are withdrawn and sent to combustion.
ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION
The design and construction of the vehi-
cle have not only been developed with the
traditional aspects of performance and safe-
ty in mind, but also take into account the in-
creasingly pressing problems tied to pro-
tecting the environment.
The choice of materials, techniques and
particular parts are the result of work which
has made it possible to drastically reduce
the harmful effects on the environment and
guarantee compliance with the most strin-
gent international regulations.
USE OF NON-TOXIC
MATERIALS
None of the components of the vehicle con-
tain asbestos. The padding and the climate
control system do not contain CFCs which
are held responsible for the destruction of
the ozone layer.
The colouring agents and the corrosion in-
hibitors used on the nuts, screws and bolts
do not contain cadmium or chrome which
could pollute the atmosphere or water tables.
Due to the high tempera-
tures reached during oper-
ation of the catalytic silencer the
vehicle should not be parked over
inflammable materials (paper, fu-
el oils, grass, dry leaves etc.).
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STARTING PROCEDURE
IMPORTANTIt is important never to
press the accelerator before the engine has
started.
1) Make sure the handbrake is engaged.
2) Move the gear lever to neutral.
3) Fully depress the clutch pedal, so that
the starter motor is not forced to crank the
gears.
4) Ensure that the electric systems and de-
vices, especially if they absorb high quanti-
ties of energy (e.g. heated rearscreen) are
switched off.
5) Turn the ignition key to the AV Vpo-
sition and release it as soon as the engine
starts.
6) If the engine does not start, return the
key to STOPthen repeat the procedure.
IMPORTANTIf it is difficult to start the
engine do not insist with extended attempts
which may damage the catalyst, but con-
tact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services. The ignition switch is fitted with a safety
device which obliges the driver to return the
key to the STOPposition before repeat-
ing the starting operation if the engine does
not start immediately.
Similarly, when the engine is running, the
device prevents the key being moved from
theMARto the AV Vposition.
STARTING
THE ENGINE
IMPORTANTThe car is fitted with an
electronic engine lock device. If the engine
fails to start, see “The Alfa Romeo CODE sys-
tem”.
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We recommend that dur-
ing the initial period you do
not drive to full vehicle
performance (for example exces-
sive acceleration, long journeys at
top speed, hard braking etc.).When the engine is
switched off never leave
the ignition key in the MAR
position to prevent pointless cur-
rent absorption from draining the
battery.
Running the engine in con-
fined areas is extremely
dangerous. The engines consumes
oxygen and produces carbon
monoxide which is a highly toxic
and lethal gas.
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IMPORTANTThe electric devices
that absorb a high amount of energy (cli-
mate control, rearscreen heating etc.) are
cut off automatically during starting.
If the engine does not start at the first
attempt, move the ignition key to STOP
before repeating starting.
If starting is difficult (with the Alfa
Romeo CODE system working properly),
do not insist with prolonged attempts.
Only use an auxiliary battery if the cause
is due to low battery charge. Never use a
battery charger to start the engine.WARMING THE ENGINE
– Drive off slowly, at medium revs with-
out accelerating abruptly.
– Do not drive at full performance for the
initial kilometres of the journey. Wait until
the engine coolant temperature reaches
50-60 °C.
SWITCHING OFF
– Release the accelerator pedal and wait
until the engine reaches idle speed.
– Turn the ignition key to the STOPpo-
sition and switch off the engine.
IMPORTANTAfter a tiring journey it is
advisable to let the engine “get its breath
back” allowing it to idle a while to lower the
temperature in the engine compartment.

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EMERGENCY STARTING
If the Alfa Romeo CODE system does not
recognise the code transmitted by the igni-
tion key (
Y)warning light on the instru-
ment cluster on glowing steadily) emer-
gency starting may be carried out using the
code of the CODE card.
For the correct procedure see the chapter
“In an emergency”.
PARKING
When the vehicle is parked, proceed as fol-
lows:
– Switch off the engine.
– Engage the handbrake.
– Engage first gear if the vehicle is fac-
ing uphill or reverse if the vehicle is facing
downhill.
– Turn the front wheels so that the vehi-
cle will immediately come to a halt if the
handbrake slips. Never bump, tow, or
coast start the vehicle as
this would cause fuel to
flow into the catalyst causing irre-
versible damage.
To avoid useless con-
sumption of power and
possibly draining the bat-
tery, never leave the ignition key
in the MAR position when the en-
gine is not running.
Sharp accelerating before
switching the engine off
should be avoided. A
“kick” on the accelerator serves
no purposes and consumes fuel
pointlessly.
IMPORTANT
If the engine turns off with
the vehicle on the move, the next time it
is started, the Alfa Romeo CODE warning
light may turn on (
Y). In this case, check
that switching off and starting the engine
again with the vehicle stationary, the warn-
ing light stays off. If not, contact Alfa Romeo
Authorised Services.
Remember that the servo-
brake and power steering
are not operational until the engine
has been started, therefore much
more effort than usual is required
on the brake pedal and steering
wheel.
WARNING
Never leave children unat-
tended in the vehicle. Al-
ways remove the ignition key
when leaving the vehicle and take
it with you.
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SAFE DRIVING
In designing your Alfa 147 GTA, Al-
fa Romeo has worked thoroughly to achieve
a vehicle able to offer top levels of safety to
its passengers. However, the behaviour of
the driver is still a decisive factor for road
safety.
Below you will find a few simple rules for
travelling safely under different conditions.
You are certainly familiar with many of them
but it is still helpful to read them all care-
fully.
BEFORE DRIVING OFF
– Make sure the lights and headlights are
working properly.
– Adjust the seat, steering wheel and rear-
view mirrors, in order to obtain a correct po-
sition for driving.
– Carefully adjust the headrests so that
the head and not the neck rests on them.
Check that nothing (mats etc.) can get un-
der the foot pedals.– Make sure that any child restraint sys-
tems (seats, cradles, etc.) are correctly fas-
tened on the rear seat.
– Place any objects in the boot with care
to prevent abrupt braking from throwing
them forwards.
– Avoid heavy meals before a journey. A
light meal will help to keep reflexes ready.
Above all avoid alcohol.
Routinely remember to check:
– tyre pressure and conditions;
– engine oil level;
– engine coolant fluid level and system
conditions;
– brake fluid level;
– power steering oil level;
– windscreen washer fluid level.
WHEN TRAVELLING
– The first rule for safe driving is care.
– Care also means being able to predict
the actions of other road users.
– Strictly respect the traffic regulations in
all countries, especially the speed limits.
– Ensure that both yourself and your pas-
sengers are wearing their seat belts, that
children are carried with the appropriate
seats and that any animals are in appropri-
ate compartments.
– Long distances should be tackled in good
health.
Driving under the influence
of drugs and/or some
medicines is highly dangerous for
oneself and for others.
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