2007 Alfa Romeo 147 light

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With the gearbox in the CITYmode it is
still possible to carry out manual gearshift-
ing, both using the gear lever and the steer-
ing wheel controls. The gearbox remains in
theCITYmode.
The gear engaged (fig. 99) is always sig-
nalled on the display regardless of the se-
lected mode.
N= neutral;
1= first gear;
2= second gear;
3= third gear;
4= fourth gear;
5= fifth gear;
6= sixth gear
R= reverse.Failures of the Selespeed gearbox are sig-
nalled to the driver through a warning light
(
t) connected with the associated fail-
ure message (fig. 100) and accompanied
by an acoustic signal.
SYSTEM ACTIVATION
IMPORTANTWhen the driver’s door is
opened the Selespeed starts the hydraulic
part of the system to prepare it for when the
engine is started. This function (noted by
the turning of the electric pump) is deacti-
vated after 10 door openings/closings not
followed by actual system activation turning
the ignition key.
Turning the ignition switch to MAR, af-
ter about one second, the reconfigurable
multifunction display shows the gear en-
gaged (N,1,2,3,4,5,6,R); from this
moment onwards, the Selespeed system ac-
cepts gearshift commands.
IMPORTANTIf after 10 seconds the re-
configurable display does not show the gear
engaged or the warning light
t(togeth-
er with the message shown by the display)
stays on, turn the ignition key to STOPand
wait for the display to turn off, then repeat
system switch on. If the fault persists, con-
tact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.

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STARTING THE ENGINE
The engine can be started either with a
gear engaged or in neutral (N) provided
that the brake pedal is fully depressed.
IMPORTANTIf the brake pedal is not
depressed, the starter motor will not turn,
thus preventing the engine from being start-
ed.
After starting, the gearbox sets to neutral
automatically, the reconfigurable multifunc-
tion display shows the letter (N) and the
system selects the semiautomatic operating
mode (manual).
SWITCHING OFF THE ENGINE
AND SYSTEM DEACTIVATION
Turning the ignition key to STOPthe en-
gine turns off but the Selespeed system is
still active waiting for the car to stop com-
pletely. After about 2 - 4 seconds from when
the key has been moved to STOP, the hy-
draulic part is deactivated and the reconfig-
urable multifunction display is turned off im-
mediately afterwards; at this point is the Se-
lespeed system deactivated.
The gear selected before switching off the
engine remains engaged.
If the engine is stopped with the gearbox
in neutral (N), the buzzer calls the driver’s
attention so that the car can be put in safe-
ty conditions engaging first gear (1) or re-
verse (R). In this case, the ignition key
should be turned to MARand with the
brake pedal pressed, engage first gear (1)
or reverse (R).
IMPORTANTIf the engine is stopped
with the CITYmode engaged, this will be
stored by the system. Indeed, the next time
the engine is started, this condition will still
be active.IMPORTANTShould the engine go off
with the car on the move, the next time it
is started the Alfa Romeo CODE warning
light (Y) may come on. In this case check
that the warning light goes off turning the
engine off and on again with the vehicle sta-
tionary. If not contact Alfa Romeo Authorised
Services.
NEVER leave the car with
the gears in neutral (N).
WARNING
Never remove the ignition
key when the car is mov-
ing. In addition to the fact that the
Selespeed system would not work
properly up to stopping the car, the
steering wheel would lock auto-
matically the first time it is turned.
WARNING
If the engine fails to start
with the gear engaged, the
driver is informed of the potential-
ly dangerous situation due to the
fact that the gearbox is in neutral
by the buzzer and by the reconfig-
urable multifunction display.
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In the “MANUAL” operating mode there
are certain automatic/security devices which
simplify driving:
– when slowing down the clutch is opened
and the transmission ratio is automatically
reduced to be ready for picking up again;
otherwise, when the car is stopped, the
gearbox will automatically be in firstgear
(1);
– requests to change gear that would take
the engine to above maximum speed or be-
low minimum speed are not accepted;
– if jamming occurs during gear engage-
ment, the system firstly tries to engage the
gear required again and, if it is still not pos-
sible, it automatically engages the imme-
diately higher one to avoid leaving the car
inneutral.
IMPORTANTIt is advisable to wait for
the end of a gear shifting operation before
requesting another one, to avoid multiple
requests in rapid succession.AUTOMATIC OPERATION (CITY)
The automatic operating mode CITYis se-
lected pressing button (A-fig. 106) at the
base of the gearshift lever.
In addition to the gear, the reconfigurable
multifunction display shows the word CITY
(fig. 99).
The system decides directly when gearshift-
ing according to the engine running speed
and the driving style.
Releasing the accelerator pedal quickly, the
system does not engage a higher gear in or-
der to maintain an adequate level of engine
brake.
FAILURE WARNING
Failures of the Selespeed gearbox are shown
by the
twarning light (fig. 100) con-
nected with the associated failure message,
both shown on the display.
When the system is turned on (turning the
ignition key to MAR), the warning light
should turn on glowing steadily for about
4 seconds and then turn off.If the warning light stays on it means that
a fault to the gearbox has been detected; at
the same time a buzzer sounds intermit-
tently for 4 seconds to attract the driver's
attention.
In the case of a fault to the gearshift con-
trol lever, the system automatically engages
the automatic operating mode CITYto
make it possible to reach the nearest Alfa
Romeo Authorised Service to have the fault
eliminated.
In the case of a fault to other gearbox com-
ponents, the system only allows the en-
gagement of certain gears: first gear (1),
second gear (2) and reverse (R).
If warning light tand
the message appear on the
display, contact Alfa Romeo Au-
thorised Services as soon as pos-
sible to have the fault eliminated.
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INTERIOR FITTINGS
GLOVEBOX
On the dashboard there is a glovebox with
lid and light.
To open use handle (A-fig. 107).
When the glovebox is opened with the key
atMARan inside courtesy light turns on
(A-fig. 108).
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.
GRAB HANDLES (fig. 109)
Suitable grab handles are fitted above the
doors and rear side windows.
fig. 107
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The fitting is completed by device (B), on
the lid, for inserting a pen or pencil.
Never travel with the
glovebox open: the lid
might harm the passenger in the
event of an accident.
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FRONT ROOF LIGHT (fig. 110)
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.IMPORTANTTurning the ignition key to
STOPturning the roof light on is only pos-
sible for 15 minutes; after which, the sys-
tem 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. 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 individual-
ly.
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.
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COURTESY LIGHTS (fig. 111)
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.REAR ROOF LIGHT (fig. 112)
IMPORTANTWhen a door is opened,
the roof light turns on and a timing of about
3 minutes is activated, after which it turns
off; closing the doors (within 3 minutes) a
second timing of about 7 seconds is acti-
vated to allow the car to be started.
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 doors
closed).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
only 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
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PUDDLE LIGHTS (fig. 113)
(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.DETERRENT LED (fig. 114)
The led (A) on the instrument cluster
comes into operation when the doors are
locked (ignition key at STOPor removed)
and it remains in the “deterrence” condition,
flashing with a red light until the next time
the doors are unlocked.
IMPORTANTIf a door or the tailgate
are not closed perfectly, the deterrent led
flashes at a higher frequency for 4 seconds
and then flashes at normal frequency again.FRONT ASHTRAY AND CIGAR
LIGHTER
(fig. 115)
To use the ashtray open the lid (A).
To use the ashtray, with the key at MAR,
press button (B); after a few seconds the
button will return automatically to its initial
position and the cigar lighter is ready for use.
Remove the tray to empty and clean the
ashtray (C).
The position of the cigar lighter in relation
to the ashtray and viceversa, may vary de-
pending on the trim level.
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REAR ASHTRAYS (fig. 116)
For the rear passengers there are two con-
cealed ashtrays.
To use or remove pull in the direction of
the arrow.
CD COMPARTMENT
(fig. 117)(for versions/
markets where applicable)
To open the CD compartment, press it as
shown by the arrow.
CARD HOLDER RECESS AND
GLASS HOLDER
(fig. 117/a)
(for versions/markets where
applicable)
The interior fittings are completed by the
removable card holder recess(A) and glass
holder (B) located at the centre of the dash-
board. To use them, press as shown.
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Always ensure that the
cigar lighter has turned off.
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Do not use the ashtray as
waste paper basket: it
might set on fire in contact with
cigarette stubs.
WARNING
The cigar lighter gets ex-
tremely hot. Handle with
care and prevent its use by chil-
dren: danger of fire and/or burn-
ing.
WARNING