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74GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
IMPORTANT the MAX-DEF function remains on for approximately
3 minutes from the moment the engine coolant reaches a suitable
temperature.
When the function is engaged the words FULL AUTO disappear from
the display. With the function activated the only possible manual
adjustments are the regulation of the fan speed and the disen-
gagement of the heated rear windscreen.
Pressing buttons B, C, F or AUTO switches off the MAX-DEF func-
tion and restores the previous settings.
DEMISTING/DEFROSTING OF HEATED REAR
WINDSCREEN AND DOOR MIRRORS
(where provided)
Press button G to activate heated rear windscreen demisting/de-
frosting. This function switches off automatically after about 20
minutes or when the engine is turned off. It is not switched on
automatically the next time the engine is started.
IMPORTANT Do not affix stickers to the inside of the rear window
over the heating filaments, to avoid damage that might cause them
to stop working properly. With climate control compressor off:
❍if the outside temperature is higher than the set one, the sys-
tem will not be able to satisfy the request. The temperature
value will then flash on the display for a few seconds and the
word AUTO will disappear;
❍the fan speed can be manually reset.
With the compressor on and the engine running, the fan speed can-
not be lower than one bar on the display.
RAPID WINDOW DEMISTING/DEFROSTING
(MAX-DEF function)
Press button F to activate rapid windscreen and side window demist-
ing/defrosting. The climate control system carries out the follow-
ing operations:
❍switches on the climate control compressor when climatic con-
ditions allow;
❍disables air recirculation;
❍sets maximum air temperature (HI) in both areas;
❍engages the fan at a speed based on the engine coolant tem-
perature;
❍directs air flow to the windscreen and front side window vents;
❍switches on the heated rear windscreen.
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92GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
ELECTRIC SUNROOF
(where provided)
The extensively glazed sun roof comprises a moving glass panel
and a sun blind. The glazed panel, when closed, allows light from
the outside to enter and makes it possible to see the outside from
the passenger compartment.
When it opens the front glass panel slides towards the outside of
the roof.
OPERATION
The sun roof is operated by pressing buttons A and B-fig. 53 located
on the trim next to the middle courtesy light.
The sun roof can only be operated with the ignition key in the MAR
position.
Roof opening
Pressing button A-fig. 53 allows two opening modes for the front glass
panel.
Automatic
If button A-fig. 53 is pressed for a while, the front glass panel is raised
from completely closed to the spoiler position. If the button is pressed
again, the panel starts to slide backwards until it is completely open.
After the initial opening command the glass panel can be stopped in
intermediate positions by pressing the button again.
Manual
If button A-fig. 53 is pressed briefly, the front glass panel moves from
the completely closed position and stops in the position where the but-
ton is released. In this case the panel opens by pressing the actual
button.
This function makes it possible to place the front panel in intermedi-
ate positions in relation to those produced through automatic open-
ing.
fig. 53A0J0329m
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1The sun roof must stay closed if a transverse roof
rack is fitted.Sun blind
The brightness in the passenger compartment can be adjusted by
using a sun blind.
To open/close the blind, grasp the handle C-fig. 53. The blind can
be closed irrespective of the opening position of the glass panel.
Roof closing
Pressing button B-fig. 53 allows two closing modes for the front
glass panel.
Automatic
With the roof completely open, press button B-fig. 53 for a while:
the front glass panel will assume the spoiler position.
If the button is then pressed, the panel will start to slide forward
until it is completely closed.
After the initial opening command, the glass panel can be stopped
in intermediate positions by pressing the button again.
Manual
If button B-fig. 53 is pressed briefly, the front glass panel moves
from the completely open position and stops in the position where
the button is released. In this case the panel closes by pressing
the actual button.
This function makes it possible to place the front glass panel in in-
termediate positions in relation to those produced through auto-
matic closing.
When leaving the car, always remove the key from
the ignition device to avoid the risk of injury due
to accidental operation of the sun roof; it presents
a risk to those left on board: improper use of the roof can
be dangerous. Before operation, always check that no-
one is at risk of being injured by the moving sun roof or
by objects getting caught and dragged by it.
Do not open the sun roof in the presence of snow
or ice: it may be damaged.
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IMPORTANT If the anti-pinch protection intervenes 5 times consec-
utively within 1 minute or a system failure is detected, the auto-
matic window closing function is inhibited. The window can then
only be operated in steps of half a second and the button must
be released following each step.
One of the following manoeuvres must be carried out in order to
restore correct operation:
❍switch off and restart the engine;
❍fully lower the window concerned.
IMPORTANT With ignition key at STOP or removed, the electric win-
dows remain active for about 3 minutes and are deactivated the
moment a door is opened.
IMPORTANT Where the anti-crush safety device is present, when
button
Ëon the remote control is pressed for more than 2 seconds,
the windows are opened, whilst when button
Áis pressed for more
than 2 seconds the windows are closed.
Passenger-side door
The passenger-side door is equipped with a button that controls
the opening/closing of the passenger-side window.
The system conforms to the 2000/4/EC standard
concerning the safety of passengers leaning out of
the passenger compartment.
Incorrect use of the electric windows may be dan-
gerous. Before operation, always check that no
passenger is at risk of being injured directly by the
moving window or by objects getting caught in or dragged
by the window. When leaving the car, always remove the
key from the ignition device to avoid the risk of injury due
to accidental operation of the electric windows.
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152STARTING UP AND DRIVING
EMERGENCY START
If the Ywarning light in the instrument panel remains on con-
stantly, contact an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service Provider.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn the ignition key to STOP while the engine is idling.
IMPORTANT After a taxing drive, before turning the engine off you
should allow it to idle to allow the temperature in the engine com-
partment to fall.
PARKING
Switch off the engine and pull up the handbrake. Engage a gear
(1stif the car is facing uphill or reverse if it is facing downhill) and
leave the wheels steered to one side.
If the car is parked on a steep slope block the wheels with a wedge
or stone. Always remove the ignition key when leaving the vehi-
cle.
HANDBRAKE fig. 1
To engage the handbrake pull lever A upwards until the vehicle is
secured. To disengage slightly raise lever A, press and hold down
button B and lower the lever.
A quick burst on the accelerator before turning off
the engine serves absolutely no practical purpose,
it wastes fuel and is damaging, especially to tur-
bocharged engines.
fig. 1A0J0110m
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