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BOOT
The boot is unlocked electrically operated and this is deactivated
when the car is in motion.
OPENING
When unlocked, the boot can be opened from outside by pressing
the electric logo fig. 69 until a click is heard or by pressing
Rbut-
ton on the remote control.
The direction indicators and internal light will blink twice when
the boot is opened: the light will go out automatically when the
boot is closed. If the boot is left open, the light will go out auto-
matically after several minutes.
fig. 69A0K0068m
Emergency opening from the inside
Proceed as follows:
❍remove the rear head restraints and completely fold back the
seats (see the paragraph on “Expanding the boot”);
❍press lever A-fig. 70.
fig. 70A0K0069m
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BOOT INITIALISATION
IMPORTANT If the battery is disconnected or the protection fuse
blows, the boot opening/closing mechanism must be reinitialised
as follows:
❍close all the doors and the boot;
❍press buttonÁon the remote control;
❍press buttonËon the remote control.
CLOSING
To close, lower the tailgate and press down near the lock until
you hear it click. Handles A-fig. 71 are provided on the inside of
the tailgate to help grasping to close the tailgate.
IMPORTANT Before closing the boot make sure that you have the
keys with you because the boot will be locked automatically.
fig. 71A0K0181m
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BONNET
OPENING
Proceed as follows:
❍pull lever A-fig. 77 in the direction indicated by the arrow;
❍operate lever B in the sense indicated by the arrow and open the
bonnet.
IMPORTANT Two side gas shock absorbers are provided to assist
opening the bonnet. Do not tamper with the shock absorber and
accompany the bonnet while lifting it.
IMPORTANT Before lifting up the bonnet make sure that the wind-
screen wipers are in the rest position and not operational.
fig. 77A0K0116m
CLOSING
Lower the bonnet to approximately 20 centimetres from the en-
gine compartment and let it drop. Make sure that the bonnet is
completely closed and not only fastened by the safety catch by try-
ing to open it. If it is not perfectly closed, open the bonnet and
repeat the procedure. Do not simply press it.
IMPORTANT Always check that the bonnet is closed properly to avoid
it opening while the car is travelling.
For safety reasons, the bonnet must always be per-
fectly closed while travelling. Make sure that the
bonnet is perfectly closed and that the lock is en-
gaged. If you discover whilst driving that the lock is not
fully engaged, stop immediately and close the bonnet in
the correct manner.
Perform these operations only when the car is sta-
tionary.
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CONTENTSIf the ABS intervenes, it means you have almost
reached the limit of grip between the tyres and the
road surface: slow down to make sure you can use
the available grip.
ABS SYSTEM
ABS is an integral part of the braking system, which prevents the
wheels from locking when braking, makes the most of road grip
and gives the best control when performing emergency braking un-
der difficult road conditions.
The EBD system (Electronic Braking Force Distribution) completes
the system, allowing the brake force to be distributed between the
front and rear wheels.
IMPORTANT For maximum efficiency of the braking system, a bed-
ding-in period of about 500 km is needed: during this period it is
better to avoid sharp, repeated and prolonged braking.
The ABS gets the most out of the available grip,
but it cannot increase it; you must therefore always
take care when driving on skiddy roads. Do not
take any unnecessary risks.
When the ABS intervenes and you notice the brake
pedal pulsating, do not be afraid to keep the ped-
al pushed down. This will help you to stop in the
shortest distance possible, depending on the road condi-
tions.
SYSTEM INTERVENTION
The brake pedal pulsates slightly and the system gets noisier: it
means that the speed should be altered to suit the type of road sur-
face.
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fig. 89A0K0115mfig. 90A0K0222m
FUEL FILLER CAP
The fuel cap is unlocked when the central locking system is released
and automatically locked when the central locking system is ap-
plied.
To open
Press the flap A-fig. 89 to release it and reach the fuel filler cap
B. Then press the cap B and turn it anticlockwise.
The cap has a loss prevention device C which secures it to the flap
so that it cannot be lost. Attach the cap to device D during refu-
elling.
How to open the flap in an emergency
In case of emergency, pull the cord A-fig. 90 on the right-hand side
of the boot to open the fuel flap.
Closing
Release the cap B from the device D and insert it in its housing.
Tighten the cap in a clockwise direction until one or more clicks are
heard. Finally, close the flap A and check that is it correctly locked.
The hermetic seal may cause a slight increase in pressure in the
tank. A suction noise when you release the cap is therefore entirely
normal.
Do not place naked flames or lit cigarettes near
to the fuel filler: fire risk. Keep your face away
from the fuel tank opening to avoid breathing in
harmful vapours.
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fig. 93A0K0161mfig. 92A0K0160m
Never press button C-fig. 92 when travelling.
The rear seat is fitted with inertia seat belts with three anchor points
and a reel. Fasten the rear seat belts as shown in fig. 93
SAFETY
SEAT BELTS
USING THE SEAT BELTS
Wear the belt keeping the chest straight and rested against the back-
rest. To fasten the seat belts, hold tongue A-fig. 92 and insert it
into buckle B, until the locking click is heard.
If the seatbelt jams when pulling it out, let it rewind for a short
stretch and then pull it out again without jerking.
To unfasten the seat belts, press button C. Guide the seat belt
with your hand while it is rewinding, to prevent it from twisting.
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If the warning light ¬does not turn on when the key
is turned to MAR, or if it stays on when travelling (to-
gether with the message on the display on some ver-
sions), there could be a failure in the restraint systems. If
this is the case, the air bags or pretensioners may not be de-
ployed in the event of an accident or, less likely, they may
be deployed accidentally. Do not drive the car and contact
a Alfa Romeo Authorised Service Provider to have the sys-
tem checked immediately.
The expiry dates of the pyrotechnic charge and
clock contact are shown in the plate installed in-
side the glove compartment. Go to an Alfa Romeo
Authorised Service Provider when the time to have them
replaced approaches.
Do not travel with objects on your lap, in front of
your chest, or between your lips (e.g. pipes, pen-
cils, etc.): you may be seriously injured in the event
of a crash with air bag deployment.
If someone tries to steal or damage your car, and
in the event of floods, have the air bag system
checked by an Alfa Romeo Authorised Service
Provider.
With the ignition key inserted and turned to MAR,
the air bags can be deployed also with the car at
a standstill, if it is hit by another vehicle even if the
engine is off. For this reason, children must never sit on
the front seat, even if the car is not moving. Remember
that no safety device (airbag or pretensioner) will be de-
ployed in a crash if the key is inserted and turned to the
STOP position. Failure to deploy in such cases must not
be considered a sign of malfunction.
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the “
warning light turns on (front airbag on passenger’s
side enabled) and will blinks for a few seconds as
a reminder that the passenger airbag will be deployed
in the event of a crash and then go off.
The front air bags are deployed in the event of
more severe collisions than those required for de-
ploying the pretensioners.
For collisions in the range between the two thresholds, it
is normal for only the pretensioners to be activated.
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IMPORTANT Carry out these manoeuvres with the brake pedal pressed.
IMPORTANT For cars equipped with a front armrest, lift this up to
ensure that it does not interfere with the action of the handbrake.
fig. 110A0K0073m
The car should be locked after a few notches: if this
is not so, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to
have the handbrake adjusted.
PARKING THE CAR
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 car.
HANDBRAKE fig. 110
To engage the handbrake pull lever A upwards until the car is se-
cured. To disengage slightly raise lever A, press and hold down but-
ton B and lower the lever.
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