2010 Alfa Romeo 8C mirror

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A
B
C
D
F
C
D
E
B
A
AB
Controls on inside roofA) Anti-lift alarm system deactivation buttonB) Alarm system motion sensor deactivation
buttonC) Radio/Radio Navigator voice control
microphoneD) Passenger’s airbag deactivation warning
light. Ref. 21 Controls to the left of the steering
wheel
A) Headlight switchB) External rear-view mirror controlsC) TRIP button, see page 58D) MENU button, see page 47E) Instrument panel brightness control button
(up)F) Instrument panel brightness control button
(down)Controls on front roof panel
A) Central light switchB) RH side light switch

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BEFORE YOU DRIVE
Doors ................................................................................................................................. 78
Power windows .................................................................................................................. 80Engine compartment lid
......................................................................................................... 81
Rear window ....................................................................................................................... 82
Fuel tank door .................................................................................................................... 83
Keys .................................................................................................................................. 84
Ignition switch ..................................................................................................................... 87
Electronic alarm system ........................................................................................................88
Front seats ......................................................................................................................... 92
Rear-view mirrors ................................................................................................................. 93
Steering wheel .................................................................................................................... 94
External lights and direction indicators ..................................................................................... 95
Windscreen washer/wipers and headlight washer .................................................................... 99
Air conditioning and heating system ...................................................................................... 102
Car stereo system .............................................................................................................. 108
Bose HI-FI system (optional) ............................................................................................... 109

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A
BEFORE YOU DRIVE
SEAT HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
The seat height must be mechanically adjusted,
using the front holes
C and the rear ones
D.
WARNING: Have the adjustment made only
at an Authorised Service Centre of the
Manufacturer’s Network.
REAR-VIEW
MIRRORSEXTERNAL REAR-VIEW
MIRRORS
They can be adjusted electrically (with the
ignition key turned to MAR) and they are
equipped with anti-mist elements.
- Mirror selector (right-hand or left-hand):
turn the selector
A to the left or right
depending on the mirror you wish to adjust.
- Mirror positioning: using control
A, you can
adjust each mirror with four movements (up
– down – right – left). Bring the selector
back to the centre to avoid changing the mirror position involuntarily.
The mirrors will yield in both directions in the
event of a collision.

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B
A
2
1
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INTERNAL REAR-VIEW
MIRROR
Adjustable, with anti-glare position.
Operate the lever
B under the mirror to obtain
the desired position (normal during the day,
anti-glare during the night).
The mirror is fitted with an accident-prevention
release system that activates when it is hit.
STEERING WHEELThe steering wheel can be adjusted in height and
depth.
- Move the lever
A to position 1.
- Adjust the steering wheel.
- Move the lever A back to position 2 to lock
the steering wheel.
CAUTION
Do not adjust the steering
wheel with the vehicle moving.CAUTION
Never remove the steering
wheel. If necessary, have this
operation performed at an Authorised
Service Centre of the Manufacturer’s
Network.

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D
F
H
J
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Controls A) Left-hand temperature controlB) Air conditioning compressor activation/
deactivationC) Left-hand air distribution controlD) Windscreen defogging/demistingE) Fan speed adjustmentF) Recirculation functionG) Right-hand air distribution controlH)
Rear window and external rear-view mirror
defogging/demisting
I) Right-hand temperature settingJ) Residual heat function.

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Residual heat function J
This function allows the user to maintain the
temperature set for the passenger compartment
for a certain time (15 minutes), even after the
key has been turned to STOP. To activate this
function, push the “REST” button before turning
the key to STOP.
Once selected, this function is activated when
the key is turned to STOP and sets the following
features:
- bilevel air distribution
- compressor deactivation
- minimum fan speed
- air recirculation activation
- water recirculation pump activation
The system is deactivated after 15 minutes or
when the key is turned to MAR.
In addition, the REST function will be disabled
(if active), when the battery voltage is below
11.5V. When the outside temperature is above
25°C it will not be possible to activate the
function.

Air recirculation switch F
Released
the air flow comes from the outside.
When outside temperatures exceed 35 °C,
the air recirculation option remains on with a
120-second pause every twenty minutes, to
refresh the air.
Pressed (LED on)
The air flow comesfrom inside the passenger
compartment.
The recirculation speeds up air heating or
cooling.
Prolonged use is not advisable.

Windscreen defogging/
demisting switch D
Press this switch (LED on) to activate
windscreen defogging/demisting.
To deactivate this function, press the switch.

Defogging/demisting switch
H for rear window and
external rear-view mirrors
It is activated by operating the switch
H and
activation is signalled by the LED.
If it is not deactivated within thirty minutes
after activation, this function deactivates
automatically.
It is however advisable to deactivate it once the
defogging/demisting process is complete.
Once the internal temperature has stabilised at
the desired level, you are advised not to change
the position of the selector unless the external
temperature changes drastically.
A change in the position of the temperature
selection switch will involve a difference
between temperature inside the passenger
compartment and the air coming out of the
vents. This difference will gradually decrease as
the system works at full, stabilised speed.

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HEADLIGHTSBI-XENON HEADLIGHTS
The gas-discharge (Xenon) headlights use an
electric arc saturated with Xenon gas under
pressure, instead of the incandescent filament.
The light produced is markedly superior to that
of traditional light bulbs, in terms of quality
(brighter light) as well as of the span and
positioning of the area illuminated.
The advantages offered by better lighting can be
clearly perceived (less eye strain and increased
orientation for the driver and thus driving safety)
especially in the case of bad weather, fog
and/or insufficient road indications owing to the
broader illumination of the side zones, which are
normally left in the dark.The much broader illumination of the side zones
markedly increases driving safety as it allows the
driver to better detect other persons on the side
of the road (e.g. pedestrians, bicycle riders and
motorcycle drivers).
The electric arc requires very high voltage for
striking, but after activation power is supplied at
a lower voltage.
The headlights reach maximum brightness about
0.5 seconds after activation.
CAUTION
Should the bulbs need to
be replaced, have this operation
performed only at an Authorised
Service Centre of the Manufacturer’s
Network. RISK OF ELECTRICAL
SHOCKS!
DRIVING
CONDITIONSBEFORE A TRIP
Check the following at regular intervals and
always before long trips:
- tyre pressure and condition
- levels of fl uids and lubricants
- conditions of the windscreen wiper blades
- proper operation of the warning lights and
of the external lights.WARNING: It is always advisable to perform
these checks at least every 800 km and to
always follow the maintenance operations
provided for in the “Warranty and Maintenance
Schedule” book.It is also advisable to:
- clean the glass on the external lights and all
other glass surfaces
- properly adjust the mirrors, steering wheel,
seats and seat belts.

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USING THE VEHICLE
CAPACITIESWARNING: Use unleaded fuel only!
The use of fuel containing lead would
permanently damage the catalytic converters.For fluid and lubricant specifications and
quantities, follow the indications contained
in section 7 “CAPACITIES AND TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS”.
SAFE DRIVING
Although the vehicle is fitted with active and
passive safety devices the driver’s behaviour is
always a decisive factor for road safety.
Below are some simple rules for travelling safely
in different conditions. You will, no doubt, be
familiar with some of them but, in any case, it
would be useful to read them carefully.BEFORE YOU DRIVE
- Make sure that the lights and headlights are
working properly.
- Adjust the position of the seat, steering
wheel and rear-view mirrors so that you
have the best driving position.
- Check that nothing (e.g. mat covers, etc.)
is blocking the pedals.
- Carefully arrange any objects in the luggage
compartment, to prevent sudden braking
from jerking them forward.
- Avoid heavy meals before a trip. A light
snack helps to keep the refl exes sharp. In
particular avoid drinking alcohol.
- Remember to read, at regular intervals,
the instructions contained in the chapter
“Before a trip”, in this section.
CAUTION
It is extremely dangerous and
moreover prohibited by law to travel
on the luggage shelf behind the seats.
In the event of an accident, persons
carried in this position are more
exposed to the risk of serious injury.
Passengers must only travel seated in
the vehicle seats, with the seat belts
fastened properly. Always check that
you and your passengers have your
seat belts fastened correctly.