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4) Refi t the bulb holder
L inserting fi rst the
electrical connector side and then pressing
on the other side to hook up the clip. IF A FUSE BLOWS
Replacing the fuses
When an electrical device ceases to work, check
that the corresponding fuse is in proper working
order.
A - Fuse intact.B - Fuse blownReplace the faulty fuse with a new one featuring
the same rating (same colour).
If the problem persists, contact an Authorised
Service Centre of the Manufacturer’s
Network.
CAUTION
Never replace a blown fuse
with anything other than a sound fuse
(same rating/colour).
A
B

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IF YOU HAVE TO
TOW THE VEHICLE If you need to tow the vehicle, observe the
following recommendations:
- if possible, have the vehicle transported on
a vehicle equipped with loading platform
and specifi c for roadside assistance and
recovery.
If this is not possible:
- Tow the vehicle for a stretch of less than
100 km at a speed below 60 km/h, using
the towing hook provided in the toolkit.To be able to tow the vehicle, you must:
- Turn the ignition key to MAR without
starting the engine (see page 87)
- Engage neutral (position N) by
simultaneously pulling the gearshift paddles
UP and DOWN while holding the brake
pedal depressed (see page 118)
- turn the key back to position STOP.
CAUTION
Do not extract the key, as the
steering wheel will lock automatically
and you will be unable to steer the
wheels.
CAUTION
When towing the vehicle, make
sure that you observe the road traffic
regulations concerning both the towing
device and driving conduct.CAUTION
When towing the vehicle with
the engine off, remember that, without
the assistance of the brake servo, a
stronger effort is required on the brake
pedal for braking and on the steering
wheel for steering.
CAUTION
Screw down the towing hook
into its seat (approx. 11 turns).
Accurately clean the threaded seat
before tightening the hook.
WARNING: If you have to tow the vehicle with 2
wheels raised, ensure that the ignition key is in
the STOP position. Otherwise, when the VDC is
active, the relative ECU will store a malfunction,
which will cause the illumination of the warning
light
on the instrument panel display. This
requires the intervention of an Authorised
Service Centre of the Manufacturer’s Network
to correct the system malfunction.

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IN AN EMERGENCY
IN THE EVENT OF
AN ACCIDENT It is important always to stay calm.
- If you are not directly involved, stop at a
distance of at least ten metres away from
the accident area.
- If you are on a highway, stop without
obstructing the emergency lane.
- Turn off the engine and turn on the hazard
warning lights.
- At night, illuminate the accident area with
the headlights.
- Always act with caution: you should not risk
someone crashing into you.
- Indicate that an accident has occurred
by placing the emergency triangle in a
well visible position and at the prescribed
distance.
- Call the emergency services, providing as
much information as possible. On highways,
use the special emergency call boxes.
- Remove the ignition key from the vehicles
involved.
- If you smell fuel or other chemical products,
do not smoke and ask people around you to put their cigarettes out.
To extinguish fires, even small ones, use a fire
extinguisher, blankets, sand or earth. Never use
water.
In multiple accidents occurred on highways,
particularly where visibility is poor, there is a
high risk of being involved in other collisions.
Leave your vehicle immediately and move away
from it. IF THERE ARE INJURED
PERSONS
- Never leave an injured person alone.
Persons not directly involved in the accident
are also required to give assistance.
- Do not crowd around injured persons.
- Reassure the injured person that aids are on
the way and stay close to them to help with
possible panic attacks.
- Unfasten or cut the seat belts restraining
the injured persons.
- Do not give the injured persons anything to
drink.
- The injured person should never be moved.
- Remove the injured person from the vehicle
only if there is a risk of fi re, sinking in water
or falling down into a pit. When removing
an injured person, do not pull his/her limbs,
bend his/her head and, as far as possible,
keep the body in a horizontal position.

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CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAPACITIES: QUANTITY AND SPECIFICATIONS OF THE
PRODUCTS TO USECAPACITIES AND RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS(*) For periodical replacement as provided for by the Maintenance Schedule or for any topping-up, contact the Authorised Service Centres of the Manufacturer’s Service Network to
have the proper products used. Parts to be refi lled Quantity Product specifi cations
Fuel tank
(including low fuel sector) approximately 86 litres Premium unleaded fuel with no less than 95 R.O.N.
Fuel reserve approximately 14 litres
Engine oil: Entirely synthetic multigrade lubricants SAE 5W/40 that meet API SL/CF and ACEA
A3, B3, B4 specifications.
- replace at regular intervals 9.0 litres Recommended oil: Selenia Motor Oil(*).
- top up from the MIN to the MAX
level1.5 litres
WARNING: Do not top up with oil whose specifications differ from those of the oil
already used in the engine.
WARNING: Engine oil consumption depends on the driving style and the conditions in
which the vehicle is used.
Windscreen/headlight washer fluid
tank6.5 litres Mix of water and detergent fluid, in the proportions indicated on the product package.
Detergent fluid: Mix of CUNA NC 956-II surfactants and alcohols.
Recommended fluid: TUTELA PROFESSIONAL SC 35 - Contractual Technical.
Reference No. F201.D02
WARNING: If the temperature is below –20°C, use pure detergent fluid.

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GEARSHIFTING
Six forward speeds and one reverse.Gear Gearbox ratios
1st gear 3.214
2nd gear 2.050
3rd gear 1.435
4th gear 1.107
5th gear 0.903
6th gear 0.757
Reverse 3.286
Differential
The ratios are:
Differential reduction ratio 4.182BRAKES
Service and emergency brakes
Self-ventilating disc brakes on the four wheels.
Two diagonally opposed and independent
hydraulic control circuits. Vacuum brake servo.
4-channel ABS system with Electronic Brake
force Distribution (EBD).
The electric parking brake (EPB) acts on the rear
wheels.
It is activated manually, by lifting the lever found
in the central panel of the centre console (see
page 137).

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Snow chains
Maximum radial protrusion permitted over the tyre profile: 9 mm.Rear tyre Snow chains: brand/type
285/35 ZR20 Konig SupermagicWARNING: The snow chains must be fitted only on the rear tyres. To purchase snow chains contact an
Authorised Service Centre of the Manufacturer’s Network.PERFORMANCEMaximum speed Km/h mph
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CAUTION
When winter tyres are fitted, it is advisable not to exceed a speed of 220
km/h. Always observe the regulations in force in the country where you are
driving and follow the instructions provided by the tyre manufacturer.
Accelerations with standing start (in seconds) 0-100 Km/h 0-400 m
4.2 sec. 12.4 sec.
WEIGHTS
Weights
Unladen vehicle weight (with fluids, tools and accessories) 1,585 kg
Weight with full load (2 passengers and luggage) 1,785 kg

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SCHEDULED
MAINTENANCECorrect maintenance is clearly the best way
to maintain vehicle performance and safety
features, ensure respect for the environment and
low operating costs.WARNING: Also remember that the scrupulous
observance of the maintenance procedures is
essential for the validity of the warranty.For this reason, Alfa Romeo has provided for
a series of checks and maintenance operations
involving the 1
st service when the vehicle
mileage reaches 5,000 km or after 6 months of
the vehicle life, and subsequently every 10,000
km or every year. AFTER THE 11
TH SERVICE
After the 11
th service, scheduled maintenance is
restarted with the same operations performed for
the 1
st, 2nd, 3rd Services
WARNING: The Scheduled Maintenance services
are prescribed by the Manufacturer. Failure to
have the services carried out invalidates the
warranty.
Scheduled Maintenance Services are
provided by all Authorised Service Centres
of the Manufacturer’s Network. In the
event that, when a service is performed,
further replacements or repairs are found to
be necessary in addition to the scheduled
operations, these can be carried out only with
the specific consent of the Customer. WARNING: We advise you to immediately
report to an Authorised Service Centre of the
Manufacturer’s Network any small operating
failures and not to wait for the next service.The Maintenance Schedule is contained in the
“Warranty and Maintenance Schedule” book.

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MAINTENANCE
The Scheduled Maintenance operations are
indicated on the display up to the ninth service
when the due date is approaching; this value is
shown in kilometres.
The message is displayed only once, upon
activating the instrument panel, at decreasing
intervals expressed in Km (1800, 1600, ......
100, 50).
Once the set limit in kilometres is reached, every
time the instrument panel is turned on thereafter,
the message “Service Stop expired” will be
displayed.Selecting the “Service” function from the Setup
menu, you can view when the next service is due
(see page 48).