2009 Alfa Romeo GT key

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13
WHEN THE ALARM IS
TRIGGERED
When the system is on, the alarm comes
into action in the following cases:
– opening of one of the doors, bonnet or
tailgate;
– disconnection of the battery or section-
ing of electric cables;
– intrusion in the passenger compartment,
for example breakage of windows (volu-
metric protection);
– attempt to start the engine (key in
MARposition);
– abnormal car lifting/sloping (for ver-
sions/markets where applicable).
Depending on the markets, the cutting in
of the alarm causes operation of the siren
and hazard warning lights (for about 26 sec-
onds). The ways of operating and the num-
ber of cycles may vary depending on the
markets.
A maximum number of cycles is however
envisaged.
Once the alarm cycle has ended, the sys-
tem resumes its normal control function.
VOLUMETRIC PROTECTION
To make sure that the protection system
works correctly the side windows and sun-
roof (if fitted) must be properly shut.
The function can be cut off (if, for exam-
ple, leaving animals in the car) carrying out
the following operations in rapid succession:
starting from the condition with the igni-
tion key at MAR, move the key to STOP,
then immediately back to MARand then
toSTOPagain, then remove the ignition
key.
The deterrent led (A-fig. 7) on the dash-
board lights up for about 2 seconds to con-
firm that the function has been cut off.
To restore volumetric protection, move the
and keep the ignition key at MARfor over
30 seconds.
If, with the volumetric protection function
deactivated, an electric control controlled by
the ignition key at MAR(e.g. power win-
dows) turn the ignition key to MAR, op-
erate the control and move the key to
STOPin a maximum time of 30 seconds.
This way volumetric protection is not re-
stored.
HOW TO CUT OFF
THE ALARM SYSTEM
To deactivate the alarm system complete-
ly (for instance during prolonged inactivity
of the car) simply lock the car turning the
key in the lock.
MINISTERIAL CERTIFICATION
In accordance with the law in force in each
country, on the subject of radio frequency,
we wish to point out that for the markets in
which the transmitter needs to be marked,
the certification number is given on the com-
ponent.
Depending on the versions/markets, the
code may also be given on the transmitter
and/or on the receiver.

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14
IGNITION DEVICE
SWITCH(fig. 8)
The key can be turned to one of four po-
sitions:
–STOP: engine switched off, key can be
removed, engine inhibitor engaged, steer-
ing lock engaged, services excluded apart
from those supplied directly (e.g. hazard
warning lights).
–MAR: drive position. The engine lock
is deactivated and all electrical devices are
powered.
fig. 8
A0A0016b
When leaving the car al-
ways remove the key from
the ignition to prevent any
occupants of the car from acciden-
tally activating the controls. Nev-
er leave children in the car unac-
companied. Remember to engage
the handbrake and, if the car is
parked on an uphill slope, to en-
gage the first gear. If the car is fac-
ing downhill, engage reverse gear.
If the ignition device is
tampered with (for exam-
ple an attempted theft)
have it checked over by Alfa
Romeo Authorised Services before
travelling again.
IMPORTANTDo not leave the key in
this position when the engine is stopped.
–AV V: unstable position for starting the
engine.
IMPORTANTIf the engine fails to start
move the key back to STOPand repeat.
The ignition switch has a safety device
which prevents passage to AV Vwhen the
engine is running.
–PARK: engine switched off, key can
be removed, engine lock engaged, steer-
ing lock engaged, sidelights switched on au-
tomatically.
IMPORTANTTo turn the key to the
PARKposition, button (A) on the switch
must be pressed first.

It is absolutely forbidden
to carry out whatever af-
ter-market operation in-
volving steering system or steer-
ing column modifications (e.g.: in-
stallation of anti-theft device) that
could badly affect performance and
safety, cause the lapse of warran-
ty and also result in non-compli-
ance of the car with homologation
requirements.
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STEERING LOCK
Engaging:
– move the key to STOPorPARK, then
remove the key and turn the steering wheel
slightly to facilitate the locking action.
Disengaging:
– turn the key to MARgently rocking the
steering wheel from side to side.
Never remove the ignition
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.
DOORS
Before opening a door, al-
ways make sure that it can
be done safely.
OPENING/CLOSING
FROM OUTSIDE
Front doors
– To open the door, turn the key (clockwise
for the driver’s door and, upon request for ver-
sions/markets where applicable, counter-
clockwise for the passenger’s door), then re-
move the key and pull the lever (A-fig. 9).
– To close the door, turn the key in the
lock in the opposite direction to the one for
opening.
fig. 9
A0A0017b
fig. 10
A0A0018b
OPENING/CLOSING
FROM INSIDE
Front doors
– To open the door, pull the handle
(A-fig. 10).
– To close the door, pull it; then to prevent
opening from the outside, press the button
(A-fig. 11) on the dashboard, the deter-
rent led (B) on the button lights up with a
yellow light to confirm that locking has tak-
en place.

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REAR-VIEW MIRROR
ADJUSTMENT
INNER
The mirror, fitted with a safety device that
causes it to be released in the event of a
violent crash, can be moved using the lever
(A-fig. 28) to two different positions, nor-
mal or antiglare.
fig. 28
A0A0039b
Folding(fig. 30)
– In the event of need (for example when
the mirror causes difficulty in narrow spaces)
it is possible to fold the mirror moving it from
position (A) to position (B).
fig. 30
A0A0041b
When driving the mirrors
should always be in posi-
tion (A).
As the driver’s wing mir-
ror is curved, it may slight-
ly alter the perception of
distance.
OUTER
Electric adjustment (fig. 29)
– use the switch (A) to select the mirror
required (right or left);
– pressing the button (B) in one of the
four directions, move the mirror selected pre-
viously;
– position the switch (A) in the interme-
diate locking position.
IMPORTANTAdjustment is possible on-
ly with the ignition key at MAR.
fig. 29
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A0A0043b
POWER WINDOWS
IMPORTANTWith the ignition key at
STOPor removed, the power windows re-
main activated for about 3 minutes and are
deactivated immediately the moment a door
is opened.Driver’ side
(fig. 33)
The driver’s door panel contains the but-
tons that control the following windows,
with the ignition key at MAR:
A- left front window
B- right front window.
Press the button to lower the window. Pull
to raise it. Defrosting/demisting(fig. 31-32)
The electric mirrors are fitted with heat-
ing coils which come into operation with
rearscreen heating pressing the button (A)
thereby defrosting and/or demisting the mir-
rors.
IMPORTANTThe function is timed and
automatically switched off after a few min-
utes.
fig. 32
A0A0612b
fig. 31
A0A0042b

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A0A0044b
Passenger’s side (fig. 34)
The button (A) controls the passenger’s
side window.
Button and window operation is the same
as that described for driver’s side.
Improper use of the pow-
er windows can be danger-
ous. Before and during its
operation, always make sure that
passengers are not exposed to the
risk of harm either directly by the
moving windows or by personal
objects drawn or knocked by them.Always remove the igni-
tion key when getting out
of the car to prevent the
power windows being operated ac-
cidentally and constituting a danger
to the passengers in the car.
Do not keep the button
pressed when the window
is completely raised or
lowered.
IMPORTANTThe driver’s power window
is fitted with the “continuous automatic op-
eration” device for both lowering and raising
the window. A brief press on the upper or
lower part of the button will cause it to move
and continue automatically: the window
stops in the required position by pressing ei-
ther the upper or lower part of the button
again. The passenger window is fitted with
“automatic continuous operation” device just
for window opening.

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PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON CHILD’S SEAT USE
Your car complies with the new European Directive 2000/3/EC regulating child’s seat assembling on the different car seats according to
the following table:
Key:
U= suitable for child restraint systems of the “Universal” category, according to European Standard EEC-R44 for the specified “Groups”.
Range of weight
up to 13 kg
9-18 kg
15-25 kg
22-36 kgFront
passenger
U
U
U
URear
passengers
U
U
U
UCentral
passenger
U
U
U
UGroup
Group 0, 0+
Group 1
Group 2
Group 3

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PASSENGER’S
FRONT AIRBAG
It consists of an instant-inflating cushion
contained in a special recess in the dash-
board; its volume is bigger than the driver’s
one (fig. 51).
MANUAL DEACTIVATION OF
PASSENGER’S FRONT AIRBAG
(
fig. 52)
(upon request for versions /
markets where applicable)
Should it be absolutely necessary to car-
ry a child on the front seat, the passenger’s
font air bag can be deactivated.
Deactivation/reactivation takes place with
ignition key at STOP, and operating it in
the special key switch set in the glovebox. SERIOUS DANGER
Children may placed
on the front seat of
cars fitted with passenger’s air bag
deactivation. In this case, it is ab-
solutely necessary to check the
warning light Fon the instru-
ment panel to make sure that de-
activation has actually took place
(see paragraph “Front passenger
air bag”). The front passenger’s
seat shall be adjusted in the most
backward position to prevent any
contact between child’s seat and
dashboard.
fig. 51
A0A0392b
fig. 52
A0A0392b
Never place cradle child’s
seats facing backwards on
the front passenger seat of
cars fitted with passenger’s air bag
since the air bag activation could
cause serious injuries, even mortal.
You are advised to carry children
always on the rear seat, as this is
the most protected position in the
case of a crash.