2008 Alfa Romeo 166 ignition

22 ELECTRONIC ALARM
(optional for versions/markets where
applicable)
DESCRIPTION
The system certified in accordance with
EC Directive 95/56 comprises: transmit-
ter , receiver, control unit with siren and
volumetric sensors. The electronic alarm
is controlled by the receiver and it is
turned on and off through the remote
control incorporated in the key which
sends the crypted, variable code. The
electronic alarm monitors: unlawful open-
ing of the doors, bonnet and boot
(perimetral protection), operation of the
ignition key, battery and emergency key
cable cutting, the presence of moving
bodies in the passenger compartment
(volumetric protection) and operates the
central door locking system. Is also
makes it possible to cut off volumetric
protection and/or the siren.
IMPORTANTThe engine inhibitor
function is guaranteed by the Alfa Romeo
CODE system which is activated automati-
cally when the ignition key is removed
from the lock.
REMOTE CONTROL (fig. 11)
The remote control is incorporated in the
key and it is fitted with a button (A) and
a led (B); the button activates the con-
trol, the led flashes while the transmitter
sends the code to the receiver. This code
(rolling code) changes at each transmis-
sion.
IMPORTANTIf, when pressing the
push-button (A), the led (B) issues just a
short flash, replace the batteries as
shown in the previous paragraph.Request for additional remote
controls
The receiver can recognise up to 5 re-
mote controls.
If during the life of the car a new re-
mote control is needed for any reason
whatsoever, contact Alfa Romeo Autho-
rized services directly, taking with you the
CODE card, a personal identity document
and the car’s possession documents.
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ACTIVATING THE ALARM
When the doors and boot/bonnet lids
are closed and the ignition key is in the
STOPposition (key removed), point the
remote control towards the car and press
the button on the ignition key.
With the exception of some markets the
system sounds a “BEEP”, the hazard
warning lights turn on for appr. three sec-
onds and the door lock is engaged.
Engagement of the alarm is preceded
by a self-diagnosis characterised by a
change in the frequency at which the led
(A-fig. 12) flashes. If an anomaly is
detected the system gives off a further
“BEEP”.Surveillance
When the system has been turned on,
the led (A-fig. 12) on the dashboard
will flash to indicate that the system is in
the surveillance mode.
The led (A) inside the car flashes
throughout the whole time the vehicle is
under surveillance.
IMPORTANT Operation of the elec-
tronic alarm is adapted at the origin to
the regulations of the different countries.
Self-diagnosis and monitoring of
doors and bonnet/boot
If, after the alarm has been activated, a
second acoustic signal is heard, check
that all the doors and bonnet/boot are
closed properly and engage the system
once again.
On the other hand, if a door or bon-
net/boot lid is not correctly closed it will
not be controlled by the system.
If the control signal is repeated when
the doors and bonnet/boot are closed
properly this means that the self-diagno-
sis function has detected a system operat-
ing fault, in which case it is necessary
contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
DEACTIVATING THE ALARM
To deactivate the alarm press the button
on the remote control. The system per-
forms the following (with the exception
of some markets):
– the direction indicators turn on twice
briefly
– two beeps are sounded briefly by the
siren
– the doors are released.
IMPORTANT If the led in the car s-
tays on when the system has been deac-
tivated, (maximum of 2 minutes or until
the ignition key is moved to MAR) the
following should be borne in mind:
– if the led stays on permanently, it
means that the remote control batteries
are flat and need replacing;
– if the led continues to flash, but at
different intervals than normal, it means
that attempts to steal the car have been
made, counting the number of flashes it
is also possible to identify the type of at-
tempt:
1 flash: right front door
2 flashes: left front door
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IMPORTANTIf the car is to remain i-
nactive for a prolonged length of time
(over three weeks) and security condi-
tions permitting, it is advisable to operate
central locking turning the key in the door
lock to avoid engaging the alarm and
draining the battery.VOLUMETRIC PROTECTION
To guarantee correct operation, all the
windows and the sunroof (optional for
versions/markets where applicable)
should be closed. This function can be ex-
cluded (for example when leaving ani-
mals on-board the vehicle) by performing
the following operations in quick succes-
sion: when the ignition key is at the
MARposition, move the key to the
STOPposition and then return the key
to the MARand then once again to the
STOPposition. Remove the ignition key.
The led in the vehicle will come on for
about 2 seconds to confirm that the func-
tion has been excluded.
To restore volumetric protection move
the ignition key to the MARposition
and hold it in this position for more than
30 seconds.
If requiring to activate an electric control
operated by the ignition key at MAR
(e.g. electric windows) with the volumet-
ric protection deactivated, turn the igni-
tion key to MAR, operate the control
and return the key to STOPwithin a
maximum time of 30 seconds. This way
volumetric protection is not restored.
CUTTING OUT OPERATION OF
THE SIREN
(optional for versions/markets where
applicable)
When requiring to dispense with the
siren acoustic signalling in the alarm con-
dition, simply keep the remote control
button (A-fig. 13) pressed for 4 sec-
onds when engaging the system.
This condition is shown by a series of 5
beeps in quick succession after the nor-
mal acoustic/visual signals when the sys-
tem is operated.
The next time the system is activated,
normal operation of the siren is restored
automatically.
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MINISTERIAL
HOMOLOGATIONS
In keeping with the laws in force in
each country on the subject of radio fre-
quency, we point out that:
– the separate homologation numbers
for each market are given on the last
pages of this handbook before the alpha-
betical index (for some countries also ho-
mologation document);
– for markets in which the transmitter
needs to be marked with the homologa-
tion number, this has been stated on the
component.
(Depending on the versions/markets,
the code may also be marked on the
transmitter and/or on the receiver).
REMOTE CONTROL
DOOR LOCKING
SYSTEM
The system comprises a receiver and a
transmitter (remote control) incorporated
in the key (B-fig. 14). To lock/unlock
the locks, point the transmitter towards
the car, press and release the button
(C). If, when pressing the remote control
push-button (C), the led (A) (where re-
quired) issues just a short flash, replace
the batteries as described in the “The Al-
fa Romeo CODE system” paragraph.
IMPORTANT Should it be necessary
to programme additional remote controls,
contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
IGNITION DEVICE
THE SWITCH (fig. 15)
The switch has four positions:
–STOP: engine switched off, key can
be removed, engine lock engaged, steer-
ing lock engaged, all services excluded a-
part from those powered directly (e.g.
hazard warning light I.C.S. system (ex-
cept climate control).
–ACC: position for using the cigar
lighter and of the I.C.S. system (except
climate control).
–MAR: drive position. The engine
lock is deactivated and all electrical de-
vices are powered.
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IMPORTANTNever leave the key in
this position when the engine is station-
ary.
–AV V: starting the engine.
IMPORTANT If the engine does not
start return the ignition key to the STOP
position and repeat the sequence.
The ignition block is fitted with a safety
device preventing it from being moved to
theAVV position when the engine is al-
ready running.If the ignition device is
tampered with (for ex-
ample during an at-
tempted break-in) have it checked
over by Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services, before travelling again.
STEERING LOCK
Engaging lock:
– move the key to the STOPposition
and remove the key lightly turning the
steering wheel to facilitate the locking ac-
tion.
Releasing the lock:
– turn the key to the MARposition
and gently rock the steering wheel in
both directions.
When leaving the vehicle
always remove the key
from the ignition to prevent any
passenger in the car from inadver-
tently activating the controls.
Never leave children unattended in
a car. Remember to engage the
handbrake and if the vehicle is fac-
ing uphill, first gear and if the ve-
hicle is facing downhill, reverse.
WARNING
Never remove the key
with the car on the
move. The steering wheel would
lock automatically the first time
the steering wheel is turned. This
also occurs if the car is towed.
WARNING
It is absolutely forbidden
to carry out whatever af-
ter-market operation involving
steering system or steering column
modifications (e.g.: installation of
anti-theft Device) that could badly
affect performance and safety,
cause the lapse of warranty and
also result in non-compliance of the
car with homologation require-
ments.
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–From inside: with the doors closed,
press the button (A-fig. 20) on the
centre console or one of the knobs
(B-fig. 19) on the front doors to en-
gage (lock) central locking.
By pressing the knob (A-fig. 21) on
one of the rear doors only that particular
door will be locked.
To unlock central locking press the button
again (A-fig. 20).
IMPORTANT For the front doors it is
not possible to keep the knob (B-
fig. 19) down if the door has not been
shut properly.
IMPORTANT If the power supply is
interrupted (burnt fuse, battery discon-
nected etc.) each door can be opened
manually from both inside and outside
the vehicle.
IMPORTANT The centralized locking
system can be deactivated, thus unlock-
ing all doors, by lifting the door opening
lever on one of the two front doors.CHILD SAFETY LOCK (fig. 22)
The rear doors are equipped with a spe-
cial device which prevents the door being
opened from inside.
The device can be engaged when the
door is open by acting on the relative con-
trol using the ignition key.
Position1= Device inactive
Position2= Device engaged.
This device should be used when chil-
dren are in the back seat to prevent them
from opening the door whilst the car is
moving.IMPORTANT Do not overlook child
safety; the following recommendations
should be heeded:
– Engage the child safety device.
– Do not leave a child alone in the vehi-
cle.
– Follow the current laws regarding
child restraint and safety systems.
After activating the safety
device check that it is
working correctly by pulling on the
inner lever used to open the door.
WARNING
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Adjusting the headrests (fig. 30)
Front headrests are adjustable in height
and rake: to adjust the height, move the
headrest up or down, then release it and
make sure that it is locked on one of the
positions provided. To adjust the rake,
turn the headrest forwards to the required
position.
IMPORTANT The shape of the head-
rest may vary depending on the version
and/or market. The example shown is
used only to demonstrate the methods by
which it can be adjusted. When memorising a new position of the
seat the previous one memorised with
the same button is cleared automatically.
Keeping the corresponding button (1),
(2), or (3) pressed the positions memo-
rised can be called even if the ignition
key is in the STOPposition or removed.
IMPORTANTMemorising the posi-
tions of the seat does not include turning
on the heating.
Remember that the head
restraints must be posi-
tioned so that they are supporting
the back of the head and not the
neck. They will only be able to pro-
vide effective protection in the
event of a collision if they are in
this position.
WARNING
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Folding(fig. 41-42)
– If necessary (for example when the
size of the mirror causes difficulty in nar-
row paces) the door mirror can be folded
in towards the vehicle from position (A-
fig. 42) to position (B).
For some versions/markets the mirrors
can be folded electrically using a button
(C-fig. 41).Defrosting/demisting(fig. 43)
The electric mirrors can be fitted with
heating coils which are operated together
with rearscreen heating pressing button
(A) which prevent the mirrors from frost-
ing and/or misting.
This function is timed and is deactivated
after a few minutes.
DOOR MIRRORS
Electrically adjustable (fig. 41)
– Select the mirror to be adjusted using
switch (A) (right or left).
– Press button (B) to one of the four
directions and adjust the mirror selected
previously.
– Position the switch (A) in the inter-
mediate locking position.
The mirror can only be adjusted electri-
cally when the ignition key is in the
MARposition.Curved door mirrors (for
versions/markets where
applicable) slightly alter the per-
ception of distance.
WARNING
When travelling the door
mirrors must always be
in position (A).
WARNING
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