2009 Alfa Romeo 8C warning light

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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
Adjusting the sensing range of the twilight
sensor (Automatic low-beam)
This function allows you to adjust the sensing
range of the twilight sensor to 3 levels.
To adjust, proceed as follows:
- briefl y press the MENU button: the display
highlights the sensing range level previously
set
- press button + o – to adjust;
- press the MENU button briefl y to return to
the menu page or hold it down to return to
the standard screen page.Trip B reset mode (Reset TRIP B)
This function allows you to select Trip B reset
mode (automatic or manual).
For further information see the chapter “TRIP
button”.Clock adjustment (Clock)
This function allows you to adjust the clock.
To adjust the time proceed as follows:
- briefl y press the MENU button: the display
highlights the “hours”
- press button + o – to adjust;
- briefl y press the MENU button: the display
highlights the “minutes”
- press button + o – to adjust;
WARNING: When the button is pressed once
+/– the value increases/decreases by 1
unit. Holding the +/– button down, the value
automatically increases/decreases continuously
until you release the button. When you are close
to the desired value, release the button and then
press it briefly a few times until you reach the
desired value.- press the MENU button briefl y to return to
the main page or hold it down to return to
the standard page.

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Clock mode (12/24 mode)
This function allows you to set the time display
mode in 12h or 24h format.
To set the clock proceed as follows:
- briefl y press the MENU button: the display
highlights 12h or 24h (depending on the
format previously set);
- press button + o – to select;
- press the MENU button briefl y to return to
the main page or hold it down to return to
the standard page.Date adjustment (Date)
This function allows you to adjust the date (year
- month - day).
To adjust the date proceed as follows:
- briefl y press the MENU button: the “year”
fl ashes on the display
- press button + o – to adjust;
- briefl y press the MENU button: the
“month” fl ashes on the display
- press button + o – to adjust;
- briefl y press the MENU button: the “day”
fl ashes on the display
- press button + o – to adjust;
WARNING: When the button is pressed once
+/– the value increases/decreases by 1 unit.
Holding the +/– button down +/–the value
automatically increases/decreases continuously
until you release the button. When you are close
to the desired value, release the button and then
press it briefly a few times until you reach the
desired value. - press the MENU button briefl y to return to
the main page or hold it down to return to
the standard page.

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WARNING:If the vehicle is tested on the roller
test bench without any operator on board, check
in the vehicle Setup menu that the automatic
door locking function is disabled or that a
window is open, or that there is a second key
available outside the vehicle.
Unit of Measure (Unit of Measure)
This function allows you to set the unit of
measure for the mileage (km or mi), fuel
consumption (l/100 km, km/l or mpg) and
temperature (°C or °F).
DistanceTo set the desired unit of measure, proceed as
follows:
- briefl y press the MENU button: the display
highlights “km” or “mi” (depending on
what was previously set);
- press button + or – to select;
- press the MENU button briefl y to return to
the menu page or hold it down to return to
the standard screen page.
Fuel consumption If the unit of measure for the mileage is set to
“km” (see previous chapter), you can set the
unit of measure for fuel consumption (l/100
km, km/l or mpg).
If the unit of measure for the mileage is set to
“mi” (see previous chapter), the display will
show the fuel consumption in “mpg”.
In this case, the “Fuel consumption Unit of
Measure” option in the Setup menu can be
selected but is fixed on the indication in “mpg”.
To set the desired unit of measure, proceed as
follows:
- briefl y press the MENU button: the
display highlights “km/l” or “l/100 km”
(depending on the unit was previously set);
- press button + o – to select;
- press the MENU button briefl y to return to
the menu page or hold it down to return to
the standard screen page.

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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLS
TemperatureThis function allows you to set the unit of
measure for the temperature (°C or °F).
To set the desired unit of measure, proceed as
follows:
- briefl y press the MENU button: the display
highlights °C or °F (depending on the unit
was previously set);
- press button + o – to select;
- press the MENU button briefl y to return to
the menu page or hold it down to return to
the standard screen page.Language selection (Language)
You can select one of the following languages
for the messages shown on the display: Italian,
English, German, Portuguese, Spanish, French,
Dutch and Brazilian.
To set the desired language, proceed as follows:
- press the MENU button briefl y, the display
highlights the “language” previously set;
- press button + o – to select;
- press the MENU button briefl y to return to
the main page or hold it down to return to
the standard page.Failure/warning buzzer volume (Beep Vol.)
This function allows adjusting (to 8 levels) the
volume of the buzzer that sounds together with
display of the failure/warning.
To set the desired volume, proceed as follows:
- press the MENU button briefl y, the display
highlights the volume “level” previously set;
- press button + o – to adjust;
- press the MENU button briefl y to return to
the main page or hold it down to return to
the standard page.

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Scheduled maintenance (Service)
This function allows you to view when service is
due according to the mileage done.
To view this information, proceed as follows:
- briefl y press the MENU button: the display
shows when service is due in kilometres
or miles depending on the unit that was
previously set (see the chapter “Unit of
measure”);
- press the MENU button briefl y to return to
the menu page or hold it down to return to
the standard screen page.
WARNING: According to the Scheduled
Maintenance Plan, the vehicle must be
serviced every 10,000 km (or 6,000 mi). This
information is automatically displayed when the
electronic key is inserted in the ignition block,
starting from 2,000 km (or 1,200 mi) following
the service due date. The information will be
displayed in kilometres or miles depending on
the unit of measure set. When approaching the
scheduled maintenance (“Service”) due date,
inserting the electronic key in the ignition block,
a message will appear on the display followed
by the kilometres/miles left until the service due
date. Contact an Authorised Service Centre of
the Manufacturer’s Network where the staff
will perform the service operations according to
the Scheduled Maintenance or Annual Inspection
Plan and reset the mileage counter (Reset).
Buzzer reactivation for SBR (Seat Belt
Reminder) signalling (Seat belt beep)(where
provided)
This function is displayed only after the system
has been deactivated by an Authorised Service
Centre of the Manufacturer’s Network.
Automatic activation of the Day Running
Lights (where provided)
If this function is active, when the low-beams go
off, the DRLs come on, and vice versa, when the
low-beams come on the DRLs go off.
Exit menu
Select this item to return to the standard screen
page.

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WARNING LIGHTS
AND MESSAGESGENERAL WARNINGS
The failure warnings shown on the display are
divided into two categories: critical and serious
failures.
All the failure warnings are accompanied by
the illumination of the relative warning light on
the instrument panel (where provided) and by
specific warning messages (if needed).
In some cases, the failure warnings may also
be accompanied by an acoustic warning (the
volume is adjustable). These are synthetic and
precautionary warnings and suggest the prompt
action you need to take when a malfunction
occurs. These warnings should however not be
considered exhaustive and/or an alternative to
the instructions given in this Owner’s manual,
which must always be read carefully and
thoroughly.
Whatever the failure warning, always refer to
this section.Critical failures
These are shown on the display for an indefinite
time and interrupt any other information
displayed at that moment. Every time the key
is turned to MAR the warnings will reappear
until the malfunction that caused the failure is
corrected. This “cycle” can be interrupted by
pressing the MENU button: In this case, the
symbol referring to the malfunction will remain
displayed at the bottom left of the display
until the malfunction that caused the failure is
corrected.Serious failures
These are shown on the display for about 20
seconds and then disappear, but reappear every
time the key is turned to MAR. When the 20
seconds have elapsed, or when the MENU
button is pressed, the symbol referring to the
malfunction will remain displayed at the bottom
left of the display until the malfunction that
caused the failure is corrected.

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INSTRUMENTS AND CONTROLSWARNING: When the ignition key is turned to
MAR, if the warning light does not illuminate
or if it illuminates while driving, immediately
contact an Authorised Service Centre of the
Manufacturer’s Network.
Excessive coolant temperature
(*)
Combined with the “Coolant
thermometer”, it illuminates together with
the warning light on the instrument panel
and indicates an excessive temperature of the
coolant.
In this condition, stop the vehicle and have
the cooling system checked by an Authorised
Service Centre of the Manufacturer’s
Network. INDICATORS AND
WARNING LIGHTS
Rear fog lights
When the rear fog lights are turned
on.
Position lights / low beams
Illuminates when the position lights
or low beams are activated.
High beams
When the high beams are turned on
or used to flash.
Low beams
Illuminates when the low beams are
activated.
Low fuel
When this warning light illuminates,
it means that there are about 14
litres of fuel left in the tank.Engine failure control system
(EOBD)
In normal conditions, this warning
light should illuminate when the ignition key is
turned to MAR and go off as soon as the engine
is started. This will show that the warning light is
working properly.
If the warning light remains on or illuminates
while driving, it indicates that there is a failure
in the fuel supply/ignition and emission control
system. This failure could cause high exhaust
emissions, loss of performance, poor vehicle
handling and high consumption levels.
In these conditions you can proceed slowly
without demanding engine performance.
Prolonged use of the vehicle when the warning
light is on can cause damage. Therefore, as
soon as possible contact an Authorised Service
Centre of the Manufacturer’s Network.
The warning light will go out if the problem
disappears. The error will be stored in any case.

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Low brake fluid warning light (*)
It illuminates when the brake fluid
level goes below the minimum
level. The operation of the warning light can be
checked by pressing the button on the brake fluid
tank cover located in the engine compartment. If
accompanied by a specific message, it indicates
an EBD system failure. In this case, do not
apply the brakes suddenly, since this may cause
an early locking of the rear wheels. Driving
extremely carefully, immediately go to the
nearest Service Centre of the Manufacturer’s
Network to have the system checked.
CAUTION
If the warning light illuminates
while driving check the brake fluid
level immediately. If fluid level is
below the minimum level, there may
be a leakage. In this case, contact
an Authorised Service Centre of the
Manufacturer’s Network before
continuing on your journey.
Defective ABS system (*)
It illuminates when the ABS system
is not functioning. The standard
braking system remains active, but we advise
you to contact an Authorised Service Centre
of the Manufacturer’s Network as soon as
possible.
Seat belts
It illuminates when one or both
front seat belts are not fastened
or improperly fastened. For the passenger seat
belt, the warning light will illuminate only if a
passenger is seated on the seat.
When the warning light is on, an acoustic signal
is also activated as soon as the vehicle speed
exceeds 20 Km/h.
Airbag/pretensioner failure (*)
It indicates that the pretensioner
and/or airbag system is defective.
CAUTION
Turning the key to MAR the
warning light illuminates but it should
turn off after a few seconds with the
engine running.
CAUTION
If, upon ignition, the warning
light does not illuminate or illuminates
permanently, or if it illuminates while
driving, immediately stop and contact
an Authorised Service Centre of the
Manufacturer’s Network.
Parking brake engaged
The warning light illuminates when
the parking brake is engaged.
VDC system failure
It indicates a malfunction or the
deactivation of the VDC system.
When flashing, it indicates that the VDC or ASR
system have activated.