2006 Alfa Romeo GT key battery

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2) For versions without the reconfig-
urable multifunction display, the flashing
of the warning light means that the car is
not protected by the engine inhibitor
device. This condition for cars with recon-
figurable multifunction display is shown by
the turning on of the warning light togeth-
er with the display of the message: “C
ODE
SYSTEM NOT PROGRAMMED
”. Contact Alfa
Romeo Authorised Services immediately
to have all the keys memorised.
If after about 2 seconds
with the ignition key at
MAR, for versions without
reconfigurable multifunction dis-
play, the Alfa Romeo CODE warn-
ing light (
Y) turns on again flash-
ing, or for versions with reconfig-
urable multifunction display, the
warning light turns on again to-
gether with the message “Code
system not programmed”, this
means that the code of the keys
has not been stored, therefore the
car is not protected by the Alfa
Romeo CODE system against at-
tempted theft. In this case contact
Alfa Romeo Authorised Services to
have the key codes stored.
KEY BATTERY REPLACEMENT
If when pressing button (BorC-fig. 6)
on the remote control, nothing happens,
the battery should be replaced by a new
one of the same type to be found c/o nor-
mal retailers.
Used batteries are harm-
ful to the environment.
They should be disposed of
as specified by law in the special
containers provided. Avoid expo-
sure to naked flames and high tem-
peratures. Keep out of reach of
children.
fig. 5
A0A0603b
Battery replacement:
– press button (A-fig. 5) and move
the metal insert (B) to the open position;
– using a finely-tipped screwdriver, turn
the opening device (C) and pull out the
battery holder (D);
– replace the battery (E) making sure
that the bias is correct;
– re-insert the battery holder in the key
and lock it, turning the device (C).

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ELECTRONIC ALARM
DESCRIPTION
The system comprises: a transmitter,
receiver, control unit with siren and volu-
metric sensors. The electronic alarm is
controlled by the receiver incorporated in
the instrument cluster and it is turned on
and off by the remote control in the key
which sends the crypted and variable
code. The electronic alarm controls: the
unlawful opening of doors, bonnet and
boot (perimetral protection), operation of
the ignition key, battery cable cutting, the
presence of moving bodies in the passen-
ger compartment (volumetric protection),
any abnormal raising/sloping of the car
(for versions/markets where applicable)
and central door locking. It also makes it
possible to cut off the volumetric protec-
tion.
IMPORTANTThe engine inhibitor
function is guaranteed by the Alfa Romeo
CODE system which is activated automati-
cally when the ignition key is removed.The remote control is incorporated in the
key with buttons (B, C, D-fig. 6) which
activate the corresponding control and
send the code to the receiver. This code
(rolling code) changes at each transmis-
sion.
REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL
KEYS WITH REMOTE CONTROL
The receiver can recognise up to 5 keys
with incorporated remote control. Should
a new key with remote control be neces-
sary for any reason during the life of the
car, contact directly Alfa Romeo Authorised
Services, taking with you the CODE card,
a personal identity document and the car’s
ownership documents.
HOW TO ACTIVATE THE
ALARM
With the doors, bonnet and boot shut
and the ignition key in the STOPor
PARKposition (key removed), point the
key with the remote control in the direction
of the car, then press and release the but-
ton (C-fig. 6).
With the exception of certain markets,
the system sounds a “beep” and the
doors are locked.
Engagement of the alarm is preceded by
a self-diagnostic test indicated by a differ-
ent flashing frequency of the deterrent led
(A-fig. 7) on the dashboard. If a fault is
detected the system sounds a further
warning “beep”.
fig. 6
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fig. 7
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– if the led continues flashing, but at dif-
ferent intervals than normal, this means
that different attempts to break in have
occurred. Through the number of flashes it
is possible to identify the type of attempt:
1 flash:one or more doors
2 flashes:tailgate
3 flashes:bonnet
4 flashes:ultrasounds
5 flashes:abnormal vehicle lift-
ing/sloping (for ver-
sions/markets where
applicable)
6 flashes:tampering with car start-
ing cables
7 flashes:tampering with battery
cables or cutting emer-
gency key cables
8 flashes:connection line to sen-
sors and siren
9 flashes:at least three causes of
alarm. Surveillance
After switching on, the flashing of the
deterrent led (A-fig. 7) on the dash-
board indicates the system surveillance
mode. The led flashes throughout this
period.
IMPORTANTOperation of the elec-
tronic alarm is adapted at the origin to the
rules of the different countries.
Self-diagnostic functions
and door, bonnet, boot control
If, after engaging the alarm, a second
“beep” is sounded, switch off the system
pressing the button (B-fig. 6), check
that the doors, bonnet and tailgate are
properly shut, then switch the system on
again pressing the button (C). Otherwise,
the door, bonnet or tailgate that is not
shut properly will be excluded from the
alarm system control.
If the doors, bonnet and boot are shut
correctly and the control signal is repeat-
ed, the system self-diagnostic has detect-
ed a system operating fault. It is therefore
necessary to contact Alfa Romeo
Authorised Services.HOW TO DEACTIVATE
THE ALARM
To deactivate the alarm press the button
(B-fig. 6) of the key with remote control.
The system will react as follows (with the
exception of certain markets):
– two brief flashes of the direction indi-
cators
– two brief “beeps” of the system
– door unlocking.
IMPORTANTIf when the system is
turned off the deterrent led (A-fig. 7)
on the dashboard stays on (maximum 2
minutes or until the ignition key is set to
MAR) the following should be borne in
mind:

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WHEN THE ALARM
IS TRIGGERED
When the system is on, the alarm comes
into action in the following cases:
– opening of one of the doors, bonnet or
tailgate;
– disconnection of the battery or sec-
tioning of electric cables;
– intrusion in the passenger compart-
ment, for example breakage of windows
(volumetric protection);
– attempt to start the engine (key in
MARposition);
– abnormal car lifting/sloping (for ver-
sions/markets where applicable).
Depending on the markets, the cutting in
of the alarm causes operation of the siren
and hazard warning ligths (for about 26
seconds). The ways of operating and the
number of cycles may vary depending on
the markets.
A maximum number of cycles is howev-
er envisaged.
Once the alarm cycle has ended, the sys-
tem resumes its normal control function.
VOLUMETRIC PROTECTION
To make sure that the protection system
works correctly the side windows and sun-
roof (if fitted) must be properly shut.
The function can be cut off (if, for exam-
ple, leaving animals in the car) carrying
out the following operations in rapid suc-
cession: starting from the condition with
the ignition key at MAR, move the key
toSTOP, then immediately back to
MARand then to STOPagain, then
remove the ignition key.
The deterrent led (A-fig. 7) on the
dashboard lights up for about 2 seconds to
confirm that the function has been cut off.
To restore volumetric protection, move
the and keep the ignition key at MARfor
over 30 seconds.
If, with the volumetric protection func-
tion deactivated, an electric control con-
trolled by the ignition key at MAR(e.g.
power windows) turn the ignition key to
MAR, operate the control and move the
key to STOPin a maximum time of 30
seconds. This way volumetric protection is
not restored.
HOW TO CUT OFF
THE ALARM SYSTEM
To deactivate the alarm system com-
pletely (for instance during prolonged
inactivity of the vehicle) simply lock the
car turning the key in the lock.
MINISTERIAL CERTIFICATION
In accordance with the law in force in
each country, on the subject of radio fre-
quency, we wish to point out that for the
markets in which the transmitter needs to
be marked, the certification number is
given on the component.
Depending on the versions/markets, the
code may also be given on the transmitter
and/or on the receiver.

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Warning
light on dialMessage
on display
w
LOW BATTERY CHARGE
Turning the key to MARthe warning light on the dial turns on, but it should go out as soon as
the engine is started.
If with the engine running the message + symbol are shown on the reconfigurable multifunction
display, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.
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SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED
The warning light on the dial turns on glowing steadily when, with the ignition key turned to
MAR, the driver’s belt is not correctly fastened.

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INTERIOR FITTINGS
GLOVEBOX
On the dashboard there is a glovebox with
lid and light.
To open use handle (A-fig. 130).
When the glovebox is opened with the key
atMARan inside courtesy light turns on
(A-fig. 131).
FRONT ROOF LIGHT (fig. 139)
The roof light comprises two courtesy lights
with corresponding control switch.
IMPORTANTWhen a door is opened,
the roof light turns on and timing of about
3 minutes is activated automatically, after
which it goes off; closing the doors (within
the 3 minutes) a second timing of about 7
seconds is activated to allow vehicle start-
ing.
fig. 130
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fig. 131
A0A0109b
Never travel with the
glovebox open: the lid
might harm the passenger
in the event of an accident.
The fitting is completed by device (B), on
the lid, for inserting a pen or pencil.
IMPORTANTTurning the ignition key to
STOP, opening the glovebox, the light in-
side can only be turned on for 15 minutes;
after which the system turns it off to avoid
draining the battery.
fig. 132
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139fig. 133
A0A0112b
Unlocking the doors using the remote con-
trol, the roof light turns on gradually and tim-
ing is activated automatically for about 15
seconds. Locking the doors with the remote
control the roof light turns off gradually.
The lights are turned off moving the igni-
tion key to MAR(with the doors closed).
With switch (A) in the central position
(1), both lights are turned on when a door
is opened.
Pressing switch (A) to the left (position
0), the lights stay off (OFFposition).
Pressing switch (A) to the right (position
2) both lights stay on.
Switch (B) turns the lights on individually.
Pressing switch (B) to the left (position
0) the left light is turned on. Pressing the
switch to the right (position 2) the right light
is turned on.
With switch (B) in the central position (po-
sition1) the lights stay off.IMPORTANTTurning the ignition key to
STOP, turning the roof light on is only pos-
sible for 15 minutes; after which the system
turns it off to avoid draining the battery.
IMPORTANTBefore leaving the car,
make sure that both switches are in the cen-
tral position. By so doing, the roof lights will
turn off when the doors are closed. Forget-
ting a door open the lights will turn off au-
tomatically after a few seconds.COURTESY LIGHTS (fig. 133)
On the back of the driver’s or passenger’s
sun visor, opening the cover (A) the roof
lights turn on (B) at the side of the courtesy
mirror, with the ignition key at MAR. These
lights allow use of the courtesy mirror when
the light is poor.
IMPORTANTTurning the ignition key to
STOPthe lights can be activated only for
15 minutes: after which the system turns
them off to avoid draining the battery.

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REAR ROOF LIGHT (fig. 134)
IMPORTANTWhen a door is opened,
the roof light turns on and timing of about
3 minutes is activated automatically, after
which it goes off; closing the doors (within
the 3 minutes) a second timing of about 7
seconds is activated to allow vehicle start-
ing.
Unlocking the doors using the remote con-
trol, the roof light turns on gradually and tim-
ing is activated automatically for about 15
seconds. Locking the doors with the remote
control the roof light turns off gradually.
The light turns off in any case turning the
ignition key to MAR(with the door
closed).PUDDLE LIGHTS (fig. 135)
(for versions/markets where
applicable)
The light (A) housed in the doors turns on
when the associated door is opened, re-
gardless of the position of the ignition key.
fig. 134
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On the light there is a switch with three
positions.
When switch (A) is in the central posi-
tion (0) the light turns on automatically
when a door is opened.
Moving the switch to the right (position 1)
the light stays off.
Moving the switch to the left (position 2)
the light stays on.
IMPORTANTTurning the ignition key to
STOPthe roof light can be turned on for on-
ly 15 minutes; after which it is turned off to
avoid draining the battery.
IMPORTANTBefore leaving the car,
make sure that the switch (A) is in the cen-
tral position (0), so that the roof light turns
off when the doors are closed.
fig. 135
A0A0243b