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SPEED LIMIT (SPEED)With this function it is possible to set the car speed limit which, if exceeded, automatically sounds a buzzer and displays a specific message
to alert the driver. To set the limit speed, proceed as follows:
Using
â
and/or
ã
buttons to set the speed required. During the setting
operation, the value flashes on the screen. The possible setting is between 30
and 250 km/h or between 20 and 150 mph, depending on the unit
set previously (see paragraph UNITS described later). Every press (pulse)
of the button increases or decreases by one unit. Keeping the button pressed
obtains fast increase or decrease. When you are near the required setting, release
the button and complete adjustment with single presses.
Menu screen
Return
to menu screen
Return to previously
set screen, e.g. See INITIAL CHECK and
ACCESS TO THE MENU SCREEN
çéSelect, by means of buttons
â
or ã
activation or deactivation
(ON/OFF). The set option will be highlighted.
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ç
é
â
ã
â
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TRIP B ON/OFF (TRIP B)With this option it is possible to turn ON or OFF the TRIP B function (partial trip) which displays the figures relating to:
TRAVEL DISTANCE B
, AVER
-
AGE CONSUMPTION B
, AVERAGE SPEED B
, TRAVEL TIME B
during a “partial mission”.
For further details, see “General Trip - Trip B”
Menu screen
Return to menu screen See INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS
TO THE MENU SCREENReturn to previously
set screen, e.g.
â
ã
â
ã
Using the
â
or ã
buttons choose activation
or deactivation ON/OFF.
The set option will be highlighted.
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“WINTER” TYRES SPEED LIMIT (WINTER TYRES)With this function it is possible to set the speed limit when travelling with winter tyres. The speed limit can be chosen between: 160 km/h,
190 km/h or 210 km/h (see paragraph “Winter tyres” in section “Correct use of the car”).
çé
See INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS
TO THE MENU SCREEN
â
ã
Select, by means of buttons
â
or ã
activation or deactivation
(ON/OFF). The set option will be highlighted.
éç
é ç
Return to previously
set screen, e.g.
Return to
menu screen
â
ã
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screen

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DEFAULT VALUE RESET (DEFAULT VALUES)The following function:
– If ON restores: Speed limit, Trip B, Light rheostat, Language, Temperature unit, km/mi unit, Consumption unit, Buzzer, Winter tyres, Contrast,
with the following values Speed limit = 120 km/h, Trip B ON, Light rheostat ON = 4, Light rheostat OFF = 1, Language = Italian, Temperature
unit =
°C, Distance unit = km, Consumption unit = l/100 km, Buzzer = 2, Winter tyres OFF (value set at 160 km/h), contrast value = 3
– If OFF, the above parameter values can be set manuallyMenu screen
Return to menu screenReturn to previously
set screen, e.g.
â
ã
â
ãSee INITIAL CHECK and ACCESS
TO MENU SCREEN
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WARNING LIGHTS AND INDICATIONSGENERAL WARNING
The failure indicationsshown on the Infocenter display, together with the buzzer (adjustable) and the turning on of the relevant warn-
ing light (if available), are accompanied by specific warning messages(e.g. “Go to dealer”, “Switch off eng., do not proceed”, etc…).
These warnings are concise and precautionaryand are intended to suggest the prompt actionthat the driver should take when a
failure occurs. However, these warnings are not to be considered exhaustive and/or alternative to the prescriptions of this Owner’s Manual,
which must always be read over carefully. When an anomaly occurs always refer to the contents of this chapter.
WARNINGWhen an anomaly occurs, the Infocenter display reaches its maximum brightness. By pressing button
â
the warning messages
disappear and the symbol referring to the failure warning is reduced to an icon in the right bottom area of the display.
WARNINGThe anomaly warnings that appear on the Infocenter display are divided into two categories: very serious and serious anomalies.
Very serious anomalies are displayed indefinitely, by interrupting any message previously shown on the display, and are proposed again every
time the ignition key is turned to MAR, until the malfunction is eliminated. Moreover, the “cycle” can be interrupted by pressing button
â
: in
this case, the symbol referring to the anomaly will be shown in the right bottom area of the display until the malfunction is eliminated.
Serious anomalies are displayed for about 20 seconds and then disappear, but they are proposed again every time the ignition key in turned
to MAR. At the end of the display cycle, equal to about 20 seconds, or when button
â
is pressed, the symbol referring to the anomaly will
be shown in the right bottom area of the display until the malfunction is eliminated.

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Warningl ight Message
on displayx
LOW BRAKE FLUID AND/OR HANDBRAKE ONWhen the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning light comes on but must go out after a
few seconds.
The warning light comes on (together with the message + symbol shown on the display) when
the level of the brake fluid inside the tank falls below the minimum, due to a possible leak in the
circuit and when the handbrake is switch on with the car moving.
d
BRAKE PAD WEARThe warning light on the dial comes on (together with the message + symbol shown on the dis-
play) when the front brake pads are worn; in this case, have them replaced as soon as possible.
WARNINGAs the car is fitted with wear sensors for the front brake pads, when replacing them,
also check the rear brake pads.
If the warning light
x
comes on when travelling (together with the
message on the display), check that the handbrake is not engaged. If
the warning light stays on with the handbrake off (together with the message
on the display), stop immediately and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
WARNING

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Warning light Message
on display
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HIGH ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATUREWhen the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning light comes on but must go out after a
few seconds.
The engine coolant temperature warning light comes on (together with the message + symbol
shown on the display) when the engine is overheated.
If the warning light comes on, proceed as follows:
– Normal driving conditions: stop the car, switch the engine off and check if the water
level inside the tank is not below the reference mark MIN.
In this case, wait a few minutes to let the engine cool down, then open the cap slowlyand care-
fully, fill with coolant, making sure its level is between reference marks MINand MAXon the
tank. Moreover, perform a visual check for any fluid leakage. If the warning light comes on again
the next time the engine is started, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
– Car heavy duty(e.g. towing a trailer uphill or car fully loaded): slow down and, if the
warning light stays on, stop the car. Pause for 2 or 3 minutes, keeping the engine on and slightly
accelerated to facilitate better coolant circulation, then switch the engine off.
Check correct fluid level, as described above.
WARNINGIn case of highly demanding use of the car, you are recommended to keep the en-
gine on and slightly accelerated for a few minutes before switching it off.
When the engine is very hot, do not remove the tank cap: danger of
burns.
WARNING

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Warning light Message
on display¬
AIR BAG FAILUREWhen the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning light on the check panel comes on, but must
go out after a few seconds. This warning light will come on glowing steadily if there is an operating
failure in the Air bag system.
F
PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG DEACTIVATEDThe check panel warning light
F
turns on when the passenger’s front Air bag is deactivated by means
of the relevant key switch. With the passenger’s front Air bag activated, turning the ignition key to
MAR, the warning light on the check panel comes on but must go out after approx. 4 seconds.
If the
¬
warning light does not turn on when turning the ignition key
to MAR or if it stays on when travelling, this could indicate a failure
in safety retaining systems; under this condition air bags or pretensioners could
not trigger in the event of collision or, in a restricted number of cases, they
could trigger accidentally. Stop the car and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser-
vices to have the system checked immediately.
The failure of the warning light
¬
(warning light off) is also indicated by the
flashing of the passenger’s front Air bag deactivated warning light
F
for more
than the normal seconds.
WARNING
Warning light Findicates also warning light ¬failure. This is indi-
cated by intermittent flashing, over 4 seconds, of warning light F.
In this event, warning light ¬could be not up to indicate restraint system fail-
ures, if any. Stop the car and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to have
the system checked immediately.
WARNING