GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
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To insert the metal insert in the key grip,
keep the button (F) pressed and turn the
insert in the direction shown by the arrow
until hearing the click as it locks into place.
Then release the button (F).
To unlock the doors by remote control,
press button (B), the doors unlock and the
direction indicators flash twice. To lock the
doors by remote control, press button (C),
the doors lock and the direction indicators
flash once. Pressing button (B) the doors
are released, if within the next 60 seconds
a door or the tailgate are not opened, the
system automatically locks everything
again.
On cars fitted with electronic alarm system,
pressing button (B) turns it off, pressing but-
ton (C) turns it on while the transmitter
sends the code to the receiver. This code
(rolling code) varies at each transmission.
IMPORTANTIf when pressing button
(B,CorD) the control is rejected or is not
performed, the battery should be replaced
by a new one of the same type to be found
c/o normal retailers.OPENING THE TAILGATE
The tailgate can be opened from outside
by remote control pressing button (D), even
if the electronic alarm is on. Opening of the
tailgate is accompanied by the direction in-
dicators flashing twice; closing is accompa-
nied by a single flash.
If the electronic alarm is fitted, when the
tailgate is opened the alarm system switch-
es off volumetric protection and the tailgate
control sensor, the system (with the excep-
tion of versions for certain markets) “beeps”
twice. The metal insert (A) of the key operates:
– the ignition switch
– the driver's door lock and, optional for
versions/markets where applicable, the pas-
senger's door lock
– the passenger’s side Air bag deactivat-
ing switch
– the fuel cap lock.
When pressing the button
(F), take care to prevent
the metal insert from causing harm
or damage when it comes out. The
button (F) should only be pressed
when the key is away from the
body, in particular from the eyes,
and from objects that can be spoilt
(clothes for instance). Make sure
the key can never be touched by
others, especially children, who
may inadvertently press the but-
ton (F).
WARNING
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IMPORTANTIn the event of side crash,
you can obtain the best protection by the
system keeping a correct position on the
seat, thus allowing correct window bag un-
folding.
IMPORTANTThe front and/or side air
bags may be activated if the car is subjected
to heavy shocks or accidents that involve the
underbody area, such as for example violent
bumps against steps, pavements or fixed ob-
stacles on the ground, falling into big holes
or bumpy roads.IMPORTANTThe triggering of air bags
releases a small amount of powder. This pow-
der is not harmful and does not indicate a
start of fire; also the surfaces of the deployed
bag and the car interior may be covered with
dusty residue: this may irritate the skin and
eyes. In the event of exposure, wash with
neutral soap and water.
The airbag system has a validity of 14
years for the pyrotechnic charge and 10
years for the coil contact (see the plate lo-
cated on the front left door near the lock).
Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services for
replacement as these dates approach.
IMPORTANTIf an accident has trig-
gered the air bag, Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services must be contacted to have the de-
vices activated replaced and to have the
whole system checked.All operations involving checking, repair-
ing and replacing components concerning
the Air bag must be carried out by Alfa
Romeo Authorized Services.
If the car is to be demolished, Alfa Romeo
Authorized Services should be contacted be-
forehand to have the system deactivated.
If the car changes ownership, the new
owner must be informed of the instructions
for use and of the above warnings and be
given this “Owner’s Manual“.
IMPORTANTThe triggering of the pre-
tensioners, front air bags and side bags is
decided by the electronic control unit in a
differentiated manner depending on the type
of crash. The failure to trigger one or more
of them does not necessarily indicate a sys-
tem malfunction.
Never rest head, arms and
elbows on the door, on the
windows and in the window bag
area to prevent possible injuries
during the inflation phase.
WARNING
Never lean head, arms and
elbows out of the window.
WARNING
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
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fig. 1
CHECKING LEVELS
1Engine oil - 2Battery - 3Brake fluid - 4Power steering fluid - 5Windscreen/rearscreen/head-
lamp washer fluid - 6Engine coolant fluid When topping up take
care not to confuse the var-
ious types of fluids: they
are all incompatible with one an-
other and could seriously damage
the vehicle.
Never smoke while work-
ing in the engine compart-
ment; gas and inflammable vapours
may be present, with the risk of
fire.
WARNING
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
256
Use
Brake fluid
Protective agent for radiators
Windscreen/
rearscreen/headlamp
washer fluid
(*)IMPORTANTDo not add or mix with fluids with specifications other than the specified ones.Recommended fluids
and lubricants
TUTELA CAR
MATRYX
TUTELA CAR
CS SPEED
TUTELA GI/A
TUTELA MRM 2
TUTELA CAR TOP 4
for Alfa Romeo
PARAFLU 11 (*)
or
PARAFLU UP (*)
TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL
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Applications
Mechanical gearbox and
differential
Selespeed transmission
electrically-operated
electrohydraulic drive
Hydraulic power steering
C.V. joints
Hydraulic brake and
clutch control
Cooling ducts
Percentage:
50% down to –35°C
To be used neat
or diluted Lubricants and greases
for transmissionsQuality features of fluids and lubricants
for correct vehicle operation
SAE 75W-85 synthetic oil.
Meets API GL 4 and MIL-L-2105 D LEV specifications
ATF DEXRON III type oil
“ATF DEXRON II D LEV“, type oil
Lithium-soap-based grease with molybdenum bisulphate.
Consistency NLGI 2
F.M.V.S.S. n° 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925, SAE J1704
CUNA NC 956-01 synthetic fluid
Protective with antifreeze action, blue color, based on inhibited monoethylene
glycol, CUNA NC 956-16
Protective with antifreeze action, red colour, based on inhibited monoethylen
glycol, with O.A.T.-based organic formula, that passes CUNA NC 956-16,
ASTM D 3306 specifications
Mixture of spirits and surface-active agents CUNA NC 956-11
ALPHABETICAL INDEX
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Brake and clutch hydraulic fluid
- checking level and topping up.... 230
Brakes
- checking fluid level and
topping up .............................. 230
- handbrake .............................. 108
- specifications .......................... 247
Braking lights
- changing bulbs ........................ 205
Bulbs
- general instructions .................. 196
- replacement............................ 198
- types of bulbs ......................... 196
Card holder ................................ 123
Catalyst ...................................... 174
Cell phones (provision) ................. 125
Changing battery of key with
remote control .......................... 10
Changing bulbs- general information.................. 196
- types of bulbs ......................... 196
Checking levels ............................ 226
- checking level and topping
up brake and clutch fluid........... 230
- checking level and topping
up coolant fluid ....................... 229
- checking level and topping
up engine oil ........................... 227
- checking level and topping
up power steering oil................ 229
- checking level and topping up
windscreen/rearscreen/
headlamp washer fluid ............. 231
Children (carrying safely) .............. 31
Cigar lighter ................................ 122
Cleaning and maintenance
- body ...................................... 240
- car interior .............................. 242
- engine compartment ................ 242- leather seats ........................... 242
- plastic parts ............................ 242
- windows ................................ 241
Climate control, automatic
two-zone.................................. 91
Climate control system.............. 89
- air vents ........................ 89-90
- controls .................................. 93
Clock.......................................... 60
Clutch
- checking fluid level and
topping up .............................. 230
CO
2emissions ............................. 258
CODE card................................... 7
Controls ...................................... 106
Correct use of the car............ 175
Courtesy light .............................. 121
- changing bulbs ........................ 207
Cruise control .............................. 47