2007 Alfa Romeo GT Owner handbook (in English)

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REAR-VIEW MIRROR
ADJUSTMENT
INNER
The mirror, fitted with a safety device that
causes it to be released in the event of a
violent crash, can be moved using the lever
(A-fig. 28) to two different positions, nor-
mal or antiglare.
fig. 28
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Folding(fig. 30)
– In the event of need (for example when
the mirror causes difficulty in narrow spaces)
it is possible to fold the mirror moving it from
position (A) to position (B).
fig. 30
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When driving the mirrors
should always be in posi-
tion (A).
As the driver’s wing mir-
ror is curved, it may slight-
ly alter the perception of
distance.
OUTER
Electric adjustment (fig. 29)
– use the switch (A) to select the mirror
required (right or left);
– pressing the button (B) in one of the
four directions, move the mirror selected pre-
viously;
– position the switch (A) in the interme-
diate locking position.
IMPORTANTAdjustment is possible on-
ly with the ignition key at MAR.
fig. 29
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POWER WINDOWS
IMPORTANTWith the ignition key at
STOPor removed, the power windows re-
main activated for about 3 minutes and are
deactivated immediately the moment a door
is opened.Driver’ side
(fig. 33)
The driver’s door panel contains the but-
tons that control the following windows,
with the ignition key at MAR:
A- left front window
B- right front window.
Press the button to lower the window. Pull
to raise it. Defrosting/demisting(fig. 31-32)
The electric mirrors are fitted with heat-
ing coils which come into operation with
rearscreen heating pressing the button (A)
thereby defrosting and/or demisting the mir-
rors.
IMPORTANTThe function is timed and
automatically switched off after a few min-
utes.
fig. 32
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fig. 31
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Passenger’s side (fig. 34)
The button (A) controls the passenger’s
side window.
Button and window operation is the same
as that described for driver’s side.
Improper use of the pow-
er windows can be danger-
ous. Before and during its
operation, always make sure that
passengers are not exposed to the
risk of harm either directly by the
moving windows or by personal
objects drawn or knocked by them.Always remove the igni-
tion key when getting out
of the car to prevent the
power windows being operated ac-
cidentally and constituting a danger
to the passengers in the car.
Do not keep the button
pressed when the window
is completely raised or
lowered.
IMPORTANTThe driver’s power window
is fitted with the “continuous automatic op-
eration” device for both lowering and raising
the window. A brief press on the upper or
lower part of the button will cause it to move
and continue automatically: the window
stops in the required position by pressing ei-
ther the upper or lower part of the button
again. The passenger window is fitted with
“automatic continuous operation” device just
for window opening.

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SEAT BELTS
USING THE SEAT BELTS
The belt should be worn keeping the chest
straight and rested against the seat back.
To fasten the seat belts: hold the
tongue (A-fig. 35) and insert it into the
buckle (B), until hearing the locking click.
At removal, if it jams, let it rewind for a short
stretch, then pull it out again without jerking.
fig. 35
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Proceed as follows with doors closed:
1.open completely the driver’s window
keeping the button pressedfor at least
3 seconds after full opening;
2.close completely the driver’s window
keeping the button pressedfor at least
3 seconds after full closing;
3.proceed as described in points 1 and
2 also for the passenger’s side;
4.check for proper initialisation by oper-
ating the windows in automatic. For all versions, after unlocking the doors,
keeping the remote control button pressed
for about 2 seconds will obtain window
opening.
IMPORTANTFor versions/markets
where applicable, after turning off control
unit power (replacing or disconnecting the
battery or replacing the power window con-
trol unit protection fuses), window au-
tomatism shall be restored.

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After adjustment, always
check that the slider is an-
chored in one of the posi-
tions provided. To do this, with the
button (A) released, exert a fur-
ther pressure to allow the anchor
device to catch if release did not
take place at one of the preset po-
sitions.
Never press button (C)
when travelling. To unfasten the seat belts:press
button (C-fig. 35). Guide the seat belt
with your hand while it is rewinding, to pre-
vent it from twisting. Through the reel, the
belt automatically adapts to the body of the
passenger wearing it, allowing freedom of
movement.
When the car is parked on a steep slope
the reel mechanism may block; this is nor-
mal. The reel mechanism prevents the web-
bing coming out when it is jerked or if the
car brakes sharply, in a collision or when cor-
nering at high speed.
Always adjust the seat
belt height when the car is
stationary. FRONT SEAT BELT HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
Always adjust the height of the belts adapt-
ing it to the person who is wearing it. This
precaution improves their effectiveness sub-
stantially reducing the risk of injury in the
event of a crash.
Correct adjustment is obtained when the
belt passes half way between the end of the
shoulder and the neck.
The front seat belt ring can take 4 differ-
ent positions which make it possible to ad-
just the height of the belts.
To adjust, press button (A-fig. 36) and
lower or raise the grip (B).
fig. 36
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Rear seat belts shall be worn as shown in
fig. 38.Fig. 39shows improper belt fas-
tening. To tilt the back rest see paragraph
“Boot extension”.
IMPORTANTThe centre rear seatbelt is
installed on request only for versions/mar-
kets on which it is required.
IMPORTANTRemember that, in the
event of an accident, any passengers occu-
pying the rear seats who are not wearing
a seat belt not only subject themselves to
great personal risk, but constitute a danger
to the occupants of the front seats.PRE-TENSIONING DEVICES
To increase the efficiency of the front seat
belts, the car is fitted with pre-tensioning de-
vices. These devices “feel” that the car is
being subject to a violent impact by way of
a sensor and rewind the seat belts a few
centimetres. In this way they ensure that
the seat belt adheres to the wearer before
the restraining action begins.
The seat belt locks to indicate that the de-
vice has intervened; the seat belt cannot be
drawn back up even when guiding it man-
ually.
IMPORTANTThe pretensioner will give
maximum protection when the seat belt ad-
heres snugly to wearer’s chest and hips.
fig. 39
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fig. 38
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fig. 37
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REAR BELTS
To fasten the belt: gently pull the belt from
its reel and guide the tape to prevent it from
twisting, then insert the tongue (A-fig. 37)
into the buckle housing (B).
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Pre-tensioning devices can
only be used once. After
they have been triggered
contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Ser-
vices to have them replaced. The
validity of the device is 10 years
from the date of production on the
sticker; the pretensioners should be
changed at an Alfa Romeo Autho-
rised Service as this date ap-
proaches.Operations involving bang-
ing, vibrations or heating
(above 100°C for a maxi-
mum of 6 hours) in the area of the
pretensioners may damage or trig-
ger off the device. Vibrations from
rough road surfaces or accidental
jolting caused by mounting pave-
ments etc. do not have any effect on
the pretensioner. If, however, you
need assistance, go to Alfa Romeo
Authorised Services.
fig. 40
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LOAD LIMITERS
To increase passengers’ protection in the
event of an accident, the front and rear
(where provided) seat belt reels contain a
load limiter which allows controlled sag in
such a way as to dose the force acting on
the shoulders and chest during the belt re-
straining action in case of a crash.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
FOR THE USE OF THE SEAT
BELTS
All the occupants of the car are obliged to
respect the local traffic laws regarding the
wearing of seat belts.
Always fasten the seat belts before starting.
Seat belts are also to be worn by expec-
tant mothers: the risk of injury in the case
of accident is greatly reduced for them and
the unborn child if they are wearing a seat
belt. Pregnant women must of course posi-
tion the lower part of the belt very low down
so that it passes under the abdomen (as il-
lustrated in fig. 40). Pretensioner activation may produce a
small amount of smoke. This smoke is in no
way toxic and presents no fire hazard.
The emergency tensioning retractor needs
no maintenance or lubrication. Any modifi-
cation to its original features will nullify the
retractor effectiveness. If, due to unusual
natural events (floods, high waves, etc.),
the device has been affected by water and
mud, it must be replaced.

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Under no circumstances
should the components of
the seat belt and preten-
sioner be tampered with or re-
moved. Any operation should be
carried out by qualified and autho-
rised personnel. Always contact an
Alfa Romeo Authorised Service. IMPORTANTThe seat belt must not be
twisted. The upper part must pass over the
shoulder and diagonally across the chest. The
lower part must rest across the pelvis and not
across the (fig. 41) stomach. Do not use
devices (clips, stoppers, etc.) which keep the
belts away from the body.To ensure the highest de-
gree of protection, you are
recommended to keep the
seat backrest in the straightest po-
sition possible, and the belt adher-
ing well to the chest and pelvis.
Seat belts should always be worn
in both the front and rear positions!
Travelling without seat belt in-
creases the risk of serious injury or
death in the case of accident.
fig. 41
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fig. 42
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IMPORTANT Each seat belt shall be worn
only by one person: do not carry children on
your knee using a single seat belt for both
(fig. 42). Do not fasten other objects to the
body.