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Alfa Romeo CODE fault/
alarm fault (amber)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light (or symbol on the display) will come
on (on some versions, with a message on the display) to indicate
an Alfa Romeo CODE system or alarm fault(for versions/markets,
where provided): In this case, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser-
vices.
Break-in attempt
If this warning light flashes or, on some versions, if the symbol
appears in the display (together with the associated message) this
indicates a break-in attempt. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser-
vices as soon as possible.
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Glow plug preheating
(diesel versions) (amber)
When the key is turned to MAR, the warning light
comes on and it will go out when glow plugs reach the
preset temperature. THE engine may be started immediately af-
ter the warning light goes out.
IMPORTANT In mild or high temperature conditions, the warning
light comes on for a very short time only.
Glow plugs preheating fault
(diesel versions)
The warning light will flash (a message in the display will appear
on the display, on some versions) to indicate a fault in the glow
plugs preheating system. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services
as soon as possible to eliminate the fault.
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Water in fuel filter
(diesel versions) (amber)
The warning light remains on constantly when driving
(together with a message in the display), to indicate the
presence of water in the diesel fuel filter.c
The presence of water in the fuel system circuit may
cause severe damage to the injection system and
irregular engine operation. If the
cwarning light
comes on in the instrument panel (together with a mes-
sage in the display) contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser-
vices as soon as possible to bleed the system. Water may
have entered the tank if this appears immediately after
refuelling: if this happens, switch the engine off immedi-
ately and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
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Fuel reser ve – Limited range (amber)
This warning light comes on when about 8 to 10 litres
of fuel are left in the tank. A warning message will ap-
pear on the display (some versions only) when the re-
maining range less than approximately 50 km (or equivalent in
miles).K
If the warning light flashes with the car in motion,
contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
Cruise Control (green)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light comes on when the key is turned to
MAR, but should go out after a few seconds if the Cruise
Control function is off. The warning light comes on when the Cruise
Control wheel is turned to the ON position (see the “Cruise Con-
trol” paragraph in this chapter). A specific message appears on the
display.Ü
DPF (particulate trap) cleaning in
progress (diesel versions with DPF
only) (amber)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning light
turns on but should go off after a few seconds. The warning light
stays on constantly to notify the driver that the DPF system needs
to eliminate captured pollutants (particulate) by the regeneration
process.
The warning light does not come on during every DPF regenera-
tion, but only when driving conditions require notification to the dri-
ver. The warning light will go off if the car stays in motion until
regeneration has been completed.
The process normally takes about 15 minutes. Optimal conditions
for completing the process are achieved by travelling at 60 km/h
with engine revs above 2000 rpm.
Operation of this warning light does not indicate a fault and the car
does not need to be taken to a workshop. A specific message will
appear on the display when the warning light comes on (for ver-
sions/markets where provided).
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Parking sensor fault
(for versions/markets where provided)
On some versions, a message + symbol will be shown
on the display if a parking sensor fault is detected.
Drive mode display (“Alfa DNA” system)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
On versions equipped with a reconfigurable multifunction display,
a message + symbol associated with the selected driving mode -
“DYNAMIC”, “NORMAL” or “ALL WEATHER” - is shown. A warning
message is shown on the display if one of these driving modes is
not available.
On versions equipped with multifunction display, a letter (d or a)
associated with the selected driving mode is shown together with
a dedicated message.
Rain sensor fault
(for versions/markets where provided)
On some versions, a message + symbol will appear on
the display if a rain sensor fault is detected.u
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Engine oil level display
(for versions/markets, where provided)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR the display shows, for a
few seconds, the engine oil level. A warning message appears on
the display if the engine oil level is insufficient.
IMPORTANT To determine the correct engine oil quantity, always
check using the marks on the dipstick (see paragraph "Checking
levels" in the "Servicing and maintenance" section).
IMPORTANT For a correct engine oil level indication, perform the
check with the car parked on a level surface.
IMPORTANT To perform the engine oil level reading correctly, af-
ter turning the key to MAR wait for about 2 seconds before start-
ing the engine.
IMPORTANT The engine oil level may increase after a long stop.
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DISPLAY
The car may be equipped with a multifunction display/ multi-
function reconfigurable display which, in accordance with the set-
tings made, can display useful information when driving.
With the ignition key removed, the display lights up and shows the
time and total odometer reading (in km or miles) for a few sec-
onds when a door is opened/closed.
MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY “STANDARD”
SCREEN fig. 6
The following information is shown on the display:
A. Date
B. Odometer (distance covered in km or miles)
C. Driving mode selected using “Alfa DNA” (dynamic control sys-
tem) (for versions/markets, where provided)
– d = Dynamic
– n = Normal
– a = All Weather
D. Time (always displayed, even with the key extracted and the
front doors closed)
E Start&Stop function indicator (for versions/markets, where
provided)
F. Outside temperature
G Gear Shift Indicator (for versions/markets where provided)
H. Headlight alignment position (dipped headlamps on only)
fig. 6A0K1222g
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WELCOME MOVEMENT
On some versions, the following occurs when the key is turned to
MAR:
❍quick movement (up and down) of the speedometer and rpm
gauge;
❍illumination of graphic symbols/display;
❍an animated graphic representation of the vehicle profile ap-
pears on the display.
Gauge movement
❍If the key is removed from the ignition switch whilst the gauges
are moving, they immediately return to their initial position.
❍Once they have reached the end-of-scale values the gauges rest
on the value indicated by the car.
❍The movement of the gauges stops when the engine is started.
Illumination of graphic symbols/display
A few seconds after the key is inserted, the gauges, graphic sym-
bols and display light up in sequence.
Graphic animation display
When the key is removed from the ignition switch (with the doors
closed), the display remains lit up and shows a graphic animation.
The display illumination is then dimmed gradually until it goes
out completely.
CONTROL BUTTONS fig. 10
Ò▲: To scroll up the screen and the menu options or increase the
displayed value.
“SET ESC”: Briefly press to access the menu and/or go to the next
screen or confirm your choice. Hold down to go back
to the standard screen.
▼: To scroll down the screen and the menu options or decrease
the displayed value.
IMPORTANT Buttons “
Ò▲“and“▼“ activate different func-
tions in the following situations:
❍to scroll the menu options upwards and downwards;
❍to increase or decrease values during settings.
fig. 10A0K0094m
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First page (information display on home page)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This function is used to choose the information you would like to
see on the main screen. You can view the date or the trip meter.
To make your choice, proceed as follows:
– briefly press SET ESC button: “First page” will appear on the dis-
play;
– briefly press SET ESC button again to show the display options:
“Date” and “Engine info”;
– press “
Ò▲“ or“▼“ button to select the information you
wish to see on the main page of the display;
– briefly press SET ESC button to go back to the menu screen or
hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without
saving.
When the key is turned to MAR and the initial check stage is over,
the display will show the information selected via the “First page”
menu function.
See radio (audio information display)
This function is used to shows information relating to the car ra-
dio on the display.
– Radio: selected radio station frequency or RDS message, auto-
matic tuning activation or AutoSTore;
– Audio CD, MP3 CDs: track number;
– CD Changer: CD number and track number;
To show the car radio information on the display (on) or not (off),
proceed as follows:
– briefly press the SET ESC button: the display flashes On or Off
depending on the previous setting;
–press“
Ò▲“or“▼“ to select;
– briefly press the SET ESC button to go back to the menu screen
or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen with-
out saving.
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Button volume (Button volume adjustment)
With this function it is possible to adjust (to eight levels) the vol-
ume of the acoustic signal sounding when the MENU SET button
is long pressed to exit a sub-menu and return to the standard menu.
To set the desired volume, proceed as follows:
– briefly press the SET ESC button: the previously set volume lev-
el will be displayed;
– press the button + or – to adjust the volume; an acoustic sig-
nal equal to the volume level being selected is sounded during this
adjustment;
– briefly press the SET ESC button to go back to the previous screen
or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen with-
out saving.
On versions with reconfigurable multifunction display, the volume
level is represented by bars.
Belt reminder (Buzzer/reactivation for S.B.R.
signally)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This function will only be displayed after the S.B.R. system
has been deactivated by an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service Provider
(see “S.B.R. system” in chapter 2).
Ser vice (Ser vice schedule)
With this function is possible to view information on servicing dead-
lines depending on kilometres travelled or daily intervals. The Ser-
vice function also shows the interval (in kilometres or miles) be-
fore the next engine oil change is due.
This information can be consulted as follows:
– briefly press the SET ESC button, which makes the display show
the service interval in km or mi according to the previous setting
(see “Distance measures” paragraph); press the SET ESC button
to return to the menu screen or hold the button down to return to
the standard screen.
IMPORTANT According to the “Planned Maintenance Programme”,
the car must be serviced every 30,000 km (1.4 petrol versions)
or 35,000 km (1750 Turbo petrol and diesel versions). This mes-
sage is displayed automatically when the key is turned to MAR,
from 2,000 km (or equivalent value in miles) when the next ser-
vice is due and is displayed again every 200 km (or equivalent
value in miles). Below 200 km the signals become more frequent.
The indication will appear in kilometres or miles depending on
the unit of measurement settings. When the next scheduled ser-
vice is approaching and the key is turned to MAR, the word Ser-
vice will appear on the display, followed by the number of kilo-
metres or miles left. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services where
the “Planned Maintenance Programme” operations will be per-
formed and the message will be reset.
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TRIP COMPUTER
GENERAL INFORMATION
The Trip Computer displays information on car operation when
the key is turned to MAR. This function is composed by separate
trips, called “Trip A” and “Trip B” which can monitor the entire mis-
sion (journey) in a reciprocally independent manner.
Both trips can be reset (start of a new journey).
“Trip A” is used to display the figures relating to:
– Autonomy
– Distance travelled
– Average consumption
– Current consumption
– Average speed
– Travel time (driving time). With the function“Trip B” is possible to display the figures relating to:
– Distance travelled B
– Average consumption B
– Average speed B
– Journey time B (driving time).
“Trip B” may be turned off (see “Trip B on” paragraph). “Range”
and “Instant consumption” parameters cannot be reset.
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