2008 Alfa Romeo 8C Owner handbook (in English)

INTRODUCTION
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WARNING SYMBOLS
Catalytic muffl er
Do not park the vehicle over fl ammable
materials. Refer to section: “Air Quality
devices”.
Hydraulic steering
Do not exceed the maximum
level of fl uid in the tank. Only use
fl uid of the type prescribed in the
section “Capacities and technical
specifi cations”.
Braking system
Do not exceed the maximum level
of fl uid in the tank. Only use fl uid
of the type recommended in the
section “Capacities and technical
specifi cations”.Windscreen wiper
Only use fl uid of the type recommended
in the section “Capacities and technical
specifi cations”.
Engine
Only use the lubricant recommended in
the section “Capacities and Technical
specifi cations”.
Vehicle using unleaded fuel
Only use unleaded fuel with an octane
number (R.O.N.) of no less than 95.
Expansion tank
Only use fl uid of the type recommended
in the section “Capacities and technical
specifi cations”.SYMBOLS INDICATING
MANDATORY MEASURES
Battery
Protect your eyes.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA
ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
BEFORE YOU DRIVE
USING THE VEHICLE
IN AN EMERGENCY
CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MAINTENANCE
TABLE OF CONTENTS

1VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA
ACTIVE AND PASSIVE SAFETY
INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
BEFORE YOU DRIVE
USING THE VEHICLE
IN AN EMERGENCY
CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
MAINTENANCE
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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Symbols ............................................................................................................................... 6
Identifi cation plates and labels ..............................................................................................12
Electronic key ...................................................................................................................... 14
Alfa Romeo Code System ...................................................................................................... 14
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA

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ENGINE MARKING
The engine serial number is punched in the lower
part of the crankcase, in the starter motor area.
IDENTIFICATION
PLATES AND LABELS CHASSIS MARKING
The vehicle registration number is punched on
the underfl oor, in front of the right-hand front
seat.
To read the number, lift the mat and remove the
guard.
This number is also shown on the left-hand side
of the windscreen.PAINT IDENTIFICATION
LABEL
The label is applied on the engine compartment
lid.

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VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION DATA
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
PLATE
The plate is applied on the rear window ledge,
next to the gas strut, and bears the following
data:A - Space for domestic homologation detailsB - Space for progressive chassis number
punching
C - Space for any indications on the maximum
weights permitted by local legislation D - Space for model version and any additional
indications E - Space Manufacturer’s name punching.

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ELECTRONIC KEYCODE CARD
The car keys are provided with a CODE card,
which contains an electronic code
A, and a
mechanical code
B.
The codes must be kept in a safe place, not in
the vehicle.
WARNING: In the event of a vehicle ownership
transfer, it is essential that the new owner is
provided with the electronic key and with the
CODE card.
ALFA ROMEO
CODE SYSTEMThis is an electronic engine immobilizer system
which provides enhanced protection against
theft. It is automatically activated when the
electronic key is extracted from the ignition
block.
Each electronic key contains an electronic
device that translates the signal emitted upon
ignition by an antenna incorporated in the seat
of the electronic key on the dashboard. This
signal is the “password” (always different for
each ignition) with which the ECU recognises
the electronic key and allows the engine to be
started.OPERATION
Each time the ignition key is removed from
position STOP the protection system activates
the engine immobilizer.
Upon starting the engine, when the key is turned
to MAR:
1) If the code is recognised, the CODE

warning light on the instrument panel turns
off in one second, while the EOBD
warning light turns off after about four
seconds, after the ECU has completed its
diagnostic cycle. The protection system has
recognised the key code and deactivates the
engine immobilizer. Press the START button
and at the same time depress the brake
pedal to start the engine.
2) If the CODE warning light remains on
and the EOBD warning light goes off
after four seconds (ECU diagnostics) and
illuminates again immediately afterwards,
the code has not been recognised and the
message “Electronic key not recognised”
is displayed. In this case, it is advisable to
turn the key back to position STOP and
then back to MAR; if the immobilizer stays
on, try with the other keys.