2008 Alfa Romeo Brera/Spider snow chains

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❒acceleration on slippery, snowy or
frozen surfaces;
❒in the case of loss of grip on a wet
surface (aquaplaning).
The performance of the
system, in terms of ac-
tive safety should not induce
the driver to take pointless
and unnecessary risks. The
style of driving must in any
case always be adapted to the
conditions of the road surface,
visibility an traffic. Road safe-
ty is always the driver’s re-
sponsibility.
WARNING
Switching the ASR system
on/off
The ASR system switches on automati-
cally each time the instrument panel is
turned on.
When travelling the ASR can be
switched off by pressing briefly the
ASR/VDC button on the central console.
When the ASR is switched off this is
shown by the lighting up of the
ASR/VDC button led and by symbol
V
on the display.
If the ASR is switched off when travel-
ling, it will turn on again automatically
the next time the engine is started.
When travelling on snowy roads with
snow chains, it may be helpful to turn
the ASR off: in fact, in these conditions,
slipping of the driving wheels when mov-
ing off makes it possible to obtain bet-
ter drive.
Failure warnings
In the event of malfunctioning, the ASR
system is automatically disconnected
and symbol
Vwill be displayed. In this
case contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser-
vices as soon as possible.
For correct operation of
the ASR system, all
tyres must absolutely be of
the same brand, size and type,
in normal conditions of use and
at the pressure values speci-
fied in paragraph “Wheels” in
section “Technical Specifica-
tions”).
WARNING
MSR system (engine braking
torque control)
It is an integral part of the ASR system
that in case of sudden gear shifting, cuts
in providing torque to the engine thus
preventing excessive driving wheel dri-
ve that, specially in poor grip conditions,
can lead to loss of stability.

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ENGINE STARTING .............................................. 138
PARKING ........................................................... 143
USING THE GEARBOX ......................................... 144
CONTAINING RUNNING COSTS ............................ 145
TOWING TRAILERS.............................................. 147
SNOW TYRES .................................................... 150
SNOW CHAINS .................................................. 151
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IMPORTANTSnow chains cannot be
fitted to the space-saver spare wheel
(where provided). So, if a front (drive)
wheel is punctured and chains are need-
ed, a rear wheel should be fitted to the
front of the car and the spare wheel should
be fitted to the rear (adjust tyre pressure
to the specified value as soon as possi-
ble). This way with two normal drive
wheels, snow chains can be fitted to them
to solve an emergency.SNOW CHAINS
Use of snow chains should be in compli-
ance with local regulations.
Snow chains should only be applied to
the driving wheels (front wheels).
Check the tension of the chains after the
first few metres have been driven.
Use snow chains with reduced size: for
tyres 215/55 R16” use snow chains
with reduced size with max protrusion
beyond the tyre profile of 12 mm.
Use of snow chains may be compulso-
ry also for cars with four-wheel drive.
On tyres 225/50 R17”
only “spider” type
chains can be used.
Keep your speed down
when snow chains are
fitted. Do not exceed
40 km/h. Avoid pot-
holes, steps and pave-
ments and avoid also to drive
for long distances on roads not
covered with snow to prevent
damaging the car and the
roadbed.
WARNING
Disengage the ASR sys-
tem when snow chains
are fitted. Press button
ASR/VDC (see paragraph “ASR
system” in section “Dashboard
and controls”).
Tyres 235/45 R18”
cannot be fitted with
snow chains due to in-
terference with fender. On 3.2 JTS version
snow chains shall be fit-
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The space-saver spare
wheel (for ver-
sions/markets where applica-
ble) is specific to your car; do
not use it on other models, or
use the spare wheel of other
models on your car. The space-
saver spare wheel shall only
be used in an emergency. It
shall only be used for the dis-
tance necessary to reach a ser-
vice point and the car speed
shall not exceed 80 Km/h. The
spare wheel has a sticker that
summarises the main cautions
for use and limitations. The
sticker should never be re-
moved or covered!
WARNING
When driving with a
space-saver spare
wheel fitted, the driving per-
formance of the car changes.
Avoid accelerating or braking
sharply, abrupt turns or fast
cornerings. The life of the
spare wheel is approx. 3000
Km, after this distance it
should be replaced with an-
other of the same type. Nev-
er attempt to fit a conven-
tional tyre on a rim designed
for use as a space-saver spare
wheel. Have the punctured
wheel repaired and refitted as
soon as possible. Two or more
space-saver spare wheels
should never be used togeth-
er. Do not grease the threads
of bolts before installing them:
they might slip out.
WARNING
The jack shall only be
used for changing
wheels on the car with which
it is provided or on cars of the
same model. It must not be used
for other purposes such as for
instance raising cars of other
models. In no case should it be
used for repairs under the car.
Incorrect positioning of the jack
may cause the jacked car to fall.
Do not use the jack for higher
capacities than stated on its la-
bel. Snow chains cannot be fit-
ted to the space-saver spare
wheel. So, if a front (drive)
wheel is punctured and chains
are needed, a rear wheel should
be fitted to the front of the car
and the spare wheel should be
fitted to the rear. This way with
two normal drive wheels, snow
chains can be fitted to them to
solve an emergency.
WARNING

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tyre
rim
tyre
rim
tyre
rim
tyre
On tyres 225/50 R17” only “spider” type chains can be used. Also for 3.2 JTS version, snow chains shall be fitted on the FRONT axle of the car.
Tyres 235/45 R18” cannot be fitted with snow chains due to interference with fender.
4,00B x17"
T125/80 R17
TYRES
2.2 JTS
7Jx16” alloy
215/55 R16 93V
7,5Jx17” alloy
225/50 R17 98W
8Jx18” alloy
235/45 R18 98W
Standard tyres
Optionals
Space-saver
spare wheel
(for versions/
markets where
applicable)
(*) Tyres that cannot be fitted with traditional snow chains. Only “spider” type chains can be used.
WARNINGSnow tyres with speed index Hare recommended.
3.2 JTS
7,5Jx17” (*) alloy
225/50 R17 98W
8Jx18” alloy
235/45 R18 98W
2.4 JTDM
7,5Jx17” (*) alloy
225/50 R17 98W
8Jx18” alloy
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Sun curtains ............................ 83
Sun visors ............................... 83
Suspensions ............................ 241
Symbols ................................. 9
Technical Specifications...... 235
Third brake light ....................... 190
Top speeds .............................. 248
Towing the car ......................... 206
Towing trailers
– installing the tow hook ........ 148
T.P.M.S. system ........................ 109
Transmission ............................ 240
Trip computer ........................... 37
Turbocharger pressure gauge ...... 24
Tyres
– changing ........................... 171
– inflation pressures ............... 245
– snow tyres ......................... 150
– standard tyres .................... 244
– understanding tyre marking .. 242VDC system ............................ 100
Warning lights
and messages................... 153
Weights .................................. 249
Wheel geometry ...................... 246
Wheel rims
– understanding rim marking ... 243
Wheels
– changing ........................... 171
– technical data ..................... 242
Wheels and tyres ..................... 226
Windows (cleaning) ......... 68-232
Windscreen washer
– control ............................... 68
– fluid level ........................... 219
Windscreen wiper
– blades ............................... 228
– control ............................... 68
– nozzle ............................... 229 Safe lock device ....................... 14
Safety devices ......................... 115
S.B.R. system .......................... 117
Seat belts ............................... 116
Seats
– cleaning ............................ 233
– electrically adjustable
front seats ......................... 42
– manually adjustable
front seats ......................... 41
– with electric warming .......... 43
Side/taillights
– bulb replacement ....... 186-188
– control ............................... 65
Side air bags ........................... 132
Ski tunnel ............................... 81
Smart washing ........................ 69
Snow chains ............................ 151
Sound system .......................... 104
Steering .................................. 241
Steering lock ........................... 21
Steering wheel (adjustment) ..... 45