2006 Alfa Romeo Brera/Spider roof rack

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H H H H
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O O O O
A A A A
R R R R
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A A A A
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C C C C
O O O O
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T T T T
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L L L L
S S S S
WINDOW WASHING .......................................... 68
CRUISE CONTROL .............................................. 72
CEILING LIGHTS ................................................. 75
CONTROLS ........................................................ 77
INTERIOR FITTINGS............................................. 80
FIXED PANORAMA ROOF ..................................... 84
DOORS ............................................................ 86
POWER WINDOWS ............................................ 88
BOOT ............................................................... 91
BONNET............................................................ 96
ROOF RACK/SKI RACK ....................................... 98
HEADLIGHTS...................................................... 98
ABS SYSTEM .................................................... 100
VDC SYSTEM .................................................... 102
EOBD SYSTEM .................................................. 106
SOUND SYSTEM ................................................ 106
ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY THE OWNER .......... 107
PARKING SENSORS ............................................ 108
AT THE FILLING STATION ..................................... 111
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT ......................... 113 DASHBOARD...................................................... 7
INSTRUMENT PANEL .......................................... 8
SYMBOLS ........................................................ 9
THE ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEM.......................... 9
ELECTRONIC KEY ............................................... 11
ALARM ............................................................ 17
IGNITION DEVICE................................................ 19
INSTRUMENTS ................................................... 22
RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY .......... 26
SEATS .............................................................. 41
HEAD RESTRAINTS.............................................. 44
STEERING WHEEL .............................................. 45
REARVIEW MIRRORS .......................................... 46
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ................................ 49
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ................... 51
AUTOMATIC TWO-ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM 54
ADDITIONAL HEATER .......................................... 64
EXTERNAL LIGHTS ............................................. 65

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ROOF RACK/
SKI RACK
Certain versions can be preset for in-
stalling suitable roof racks/ski racks.
Preset hooks are located on the rear
spoiler A-fig. 83at rearscreen wiper
blade level B.
A0F0097mfig. 83
HEADLIGHTS
ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHT
BEAM
Proper adjustment of the headlight
beams is of vital importance for your
safety and comfort and also for the oth-
er road users. To ensure you and other
drivers have the best visibility conditions
when travelling with the headlights on,
the headlights must be set properly. Con-
tact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to
have the headlights properly adjusted.
HEADLIGHT AIMING DEVICE
It works with the key fitted into the ig-
nition device and dipped beams on.
When the car is loaded, it slopes back-
wards. This means that the headlight
beam rises. In this case, it is necessary
to return it to the correct position.
Distribute the load even-
ly and when driving, bear
in mind the increased
sensitivity to side wind.
IMPORTANTAfter few kilometers,
check that fastening screws are firmly
tightened.
IMPORTANTNever exceed the max.
permissible loads (see section “”Tech-
nical specifications”).

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Climate control
The air conditioner is an additional load
which greatly affects the engine leading
to higher consumption. When the tem-
perature outside the car permits it, use
the air vents where possible.
Spoilers
The use of aerodynamic optional extras
which are not certified for the specific
use on the vehicle, may reduce the aero-
dynamic penetration of the vehicle and
increase consumption. Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with too much luggage
stowed in the boot. The weight of the
car (especially when driving in town)
and its trim greatly affects consumption
and stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack
from the roof as soon as they are no
longer used. These accessories lower air
penetration and adversely affect con-
sumption levels. When needing to car-
ry particularly voluminous objects, prefer-
ably use a trailer.
Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount
of time needed. Rear heated window,
additional headlights, windscreen wipers
and heater fan need a considerable
amount of energy therefore, increasing
the requirement of current increases fu-
el consumption (up to +25% in the ur-
ban cycle).CONTAINING
RUNNING COSTS
Here are some suggestions which may
help you to keep the running costs of
your car down and lower the amount of
toxic emissions released into the at-
mosphere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out
in accordance with the “Service sched-
ule”.
Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres routine-
ly at an interval of no more than 4
weeks: if the pressure is too low, con-
sumption levels increase as resistance
to rolling is higher.

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2.2 JTS
1470
1200
1100
1890
420
1450
60
80
3.2 JTS
1630
1300
1100
2050
420
1500
60
80
2.4 JTDM
1600
1300
1100
2020
420
1500
60
80
WEIGHTS
Weights (kg)
Kerb weight
Maximum admitted load (*)
– front axle
– rear axle
– total
Payload including
driver (**)
Towable loads
Max. load
on ball
Max. load
on tailgate (***)
(*) Loads not to be exceeded. The driver is responsible for arranging the loads in the boot an/or on the roof so
that they comply with these limits.
(**) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch etc.) the unladen weight increases, thus reducing the payload as specified in the
maximum weight allowed.
(***) Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo roof racks, max. capacity: 50 kg.

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– extra-urban cycle: frequent ac-
celerating in all gears, simulating ex-
traurban use of the car; the speed varies
between 0 and 120 km/h;
– combined consumption: is cal-
culated weighing about 37% of urban
cycle consumption and about 63% of
extraurban consumption.IMPORTANT The type of route,
traffic situations, weather condi-
tions, driving style, general con-
ditions of the car, trim level/
equipment/accessories, load, cli-
mate control system, roof rack,
other situations that affect air
drag may lead to different fuel
consumption levels than those
measured.FUEL CONSUMPTION
The fuel consumption figures given in
the table below are determined on the
basis of the homologation tests set
down by specific European Directives.
The procedures below are followed for
measuring consumption:
– urban cycle: cold starting followed
by driving that simulates urban use of
the car;
Fuel consumption according
to 1999/100/EC Directive Urban Extra-urban Combined
(litres x 100 km)
2.2 JTS13.0 7.3 9.4
3.2 JTS 15.9 8.5 11.5
2.4 JTDM9.2 5.4 6.8

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Parking ................................... 143
Parking lights
– control ............................... 67
Parking sensors ........................ 108
Performance ............................ 248
Power supply and fuel
cut-off switches ...................... 77
Power windows ....................... 88
Pretensioners ........................... 119
Protecting the environment ........ 113
Puddle light
– bulb replacement ................ 193
Quick tyre repair kit
Fix&Go automatic ................... 176
Radio transmitters
and cellular telephones ............ 107
Rain sensor ............................. 69
Rear fog lights
– bulb replacement ................ 188
– control ............................... 67
Rearview mirrors ...................... 46
Rear window washer– control ............................... 71
– fluid level ........................... 219
Rear window wiper
– blades ............................... 228
– control ............................... 71
– nozzle ............................... 229
Reconfigurable multifunction
display .................................. 26
Rev counter ............................. 22
Reverse light
– bulb replacement ................ 188
Rims
– understanding rim
marking ............................. 243
Roof rack/ski rack ................... 98
Rubber hoses ........................... 228
Safe lock device ....................... 14
Safety devices ......................... 115
S.B.R. system .......................... 118
Seat belts ............................... 116
Seats
– cleaning . ........................... 233 In an emergency............... 169
Inactivity of the car ................. 152
Instrument panel .................... 8
Instruments ............................ 22
Interior fittings ........................ 80
Interiors ................................. 233
Jacking the car ....................... 205
Labels
– identification data .............. 236
– bodywork paint ................. 237
Level checks ........................... 214
Main beam headlights
– bulb replacement ................ 185
– control ............................... 65
Manual climate control system ... 51
MSR system ............................ 105
Number plate light ................... 190
Oddments compartments ... 80-83
Paint ...................................... 231