2011 Alfa Romeo 147 roof

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
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SLIDING FORWARDS/
BACKWARDS
With the ignition key at MARturn the
control knob (A-fig. 122), in the direc-
tion of the arrow, choosing one of the 6
opening positions available.
To close the roof, take the control knob
(A) to the centre position.
The sunroof is fitted with a sliding curtain
below, which prevents sun radiation and is
drawn by hand using a catch.
The curtain is drawn by the roof when it
opens and is pushed completely inside the
roof panel when the sunroof is opened com-
pletely. With the closing movement, it will
come out partially so that the hand catch
is accessible (fig. 123).
fig. 122
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SUNROOF RADIO
TRANSMITTERS
AND CELL PHONES
Cell phones and other radio transmitter de-
vices (CB for instance) may not be used in-
side the car, unless a separate aerial is used
fitted outside the car.
Moreover the transmission and reception
efficiency of these devices may be down-
graded by the screening effect of the car
body.
The use of cell phones, CB
transmitters or the like in-
side the passenger compartment
(without outside aerial) produces
radio frequency electromagnetic
fields which, amplified by the reso-
nance effects inside the passenger
compartment, may cause, besides
potential health hazards for the
passengers, also malfunctioning of
the electronic systems with which
the vehicle is fitted, such as engine
control unit, ABS/EBD control unit
etc., which could adversely affect
vehicle safety.
WARNING
Do not open the sunroof
with snow or ice on it:
damage may result.
WARNING
Open and close the sunroof
only with the vehicle sta-
tionary.
WARNING
Improper use of the sunroof
can be dangerous. Before
and while operating it, always
make sure that the passengers are
not exposed to the risk of harm
caused either directly by the sun-
roof in motion or by personal items
drawn or knocked by it.
WARNING

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IMPORTANTIf the car is fitted with a
safety anti-crushing system, after locking the
doors, keeping the corresponding remote
control button pressed for about 2 seconds,
triggers automatic closing of the roof and
windows. The button should be pressed un-
til the roof and windows have completed
their stroke; releasing the button sooner, the
windows and roof will stop in the position
they are in at that moment.
When leaving the vehicle
the ignition key should be
removed to prevent the sunroof
from being operated inadvertently
and harming anyone remaining in
the vehicle.
WARNINGOn all versions, after releasing the doors,
keeping the corresponding remote control
button pressed for about 2 seconds, obtains
opening of the roof and windows.
RAISING AT THE REAR
With the ignition key at MARturn the
control knob (A-fig. 124), in the direc-
tion of the arrow, choosing one of the three
opening positions available.
To close the roof, move the control knob
(A) to the centre position.
EMERGENCY OPERATION
If the electrical control device does not
work the sunroof can be operated manual-
ly as follows:
– apply leverage in the points shown by
the arrows and remove the plate (A-
fig. 125);
– insert a special Allen wrench in the seat
(B) with hexagon slot;
– then turn the wrench clockwise to open
the roof or counter-clockwise to close.
fig. 124
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fig. 125
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To close:
– lower the bonnet until approx. 20 cm
from the engine compartment and then let
it drop, ensuring that it is fully closed and
not just held in position by the safety catch.
If the bonnet does not close properly do
not push it down but open it again and re-
peat the above procedure.
Scarves, ties and other loose
clothing might be pulled by
moving parts.
WARNING
For safety reasons the
bonnet shall always be
perfectly closed when travelling.
Always check for proper bonnet
locking. If the bonnet is left inad-
vertently open, stop the car im-
mediately and close the bonnet.
WARNING
ROOF RACK
PROVISION
The front hooks are in points (A-
fig. 133).
The rear hooks are located in the points (B)
shown by the serigraph (
▼) on the side rear
windows.
Follow the regulations in
force concerning maximum
clearances.
IMPORTANTClosely follow the assem-
bly instructions provided in the kit. Assem-
bly must be carried out by skilled personnel.
Never exceed the maxi-
mum permissible loads (see
“Technical Specifications”
chapter).
fig. 133
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After a few kilometres,
check that the fastening
screws are firmly tightened.
WARNING
Distribute the load evenly
and when driving, bear in
mind the increased sensitivity to
side wind.
WARNING

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RADIO PRESETTING
SYSTEM
(for versions/markets where
applicable)
The car, if not delivered with sound sys-
tem, is fitted with a glove compartment on
the instrument panel (fig. 136a).
Sound system presetting system includes
the following:
– sound system power cables;
– front and rear speaker power cables;
– aerial power cable;
– sound system housing;
– aerial on car roof.The sound system shall be installed in the
proper housing occupied by the glove com-
partment that can be removed by pressing
the two retaining tabs fitted in the glove
compartment: here are the power cables.
If after buying the car you
want to install the sound
system, contact first Alfa
Romeo Authorised Services whose
qualified personnel, in addition to
suggesting the most suitable de-
vices, will evaluate the overall
electric absorption to safeguard the
battery. Excessive loadless ab-
sorption could damage the battery
and lose warranty.
The wiring diagram is the following (fig.
136b):Connector A
A1 N.C.
A2 N.C.
A3 N.C.
A4 + 30 (battery-powered)
A5 Aerial power supply
A6 Light
A7 + 15 (key-powered)
A8 Ground
Connector B
B1 RH rear speaker
B2 RH rear speaker
B3 RH front speaker
B4 RH front speaker
B5 LH front speaker
B6 LH front speaker
B7 LH rear speaker
B8 LH rear speaker
fig. 136a
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fig. 136b
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Protection fuse
The radio has a 10A fuse located in the
rear part of the set. To replace the fuse, the
radio needs to be pulled out: therefore con-
tact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.
fig. 141
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Radio
Maximum power: 4 x 40W.
Aerial(fig. 139)
The aerial is located on the car roof. You
are recommended to slacken and remove
the aerial from the roof to avoid damaging
it when washing the car in an automatic sys-
tem.
fig. 139
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Speakers (fig. 140-141)
The sound system is formed of a system
comprising:
– 4 tweeters (A) (2 front and 2 rear)
with 30W power
– 4 speakers (B) with a diameter of 165
mm (2 front and 2 rear) with 40W power.
fig. 140
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CORRECT USE OF THE CAR
182
Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres routinely at
an interval of no more than 4 weeks: if the
pressure is too low consumption levels in-
crease as resistance to rolling is higher. It
should be underscored that in these condi-
tions tyre wear increases and vehicle per-
formance is lower, therefore also its safety.
Useless loads
Never travel with an overload in the boot.
The weight of the vehicle (especially in ur-
ban traffic), and its geometry heavily affect
consumption levels and stability.
Luggage/ski racks
Remove the luggage rack or ski rack from
the roof as soon as they are no longer used.
These accessories lower air penetration and
adversely affect consumption levels. When
needing to carry particularly voluminous ob-
jects, preferably use a trailer.Electric services
Use electric devices only for the amount of
time needed. Rearscreen heating, addition-
al headlights, windscreen wipers and heater
fan need a considerable amount of energy
therefore, increasing the requirement of cur-
rent increases fuel consumption (up to
+25% in the urban cycle).
Climate control system
The climate control system is a further load
bearing heavily on the engine inducing high-
er consumption levels (up to +20% on av-
erage). Outside temperature permitting,
preferably use the air vents.
Aerodynamic items
The use of non-certified aerodynamic items
may adversely affect air drag and con-
sumption levels.DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the car at a
standstill or at idle or high speed: under
these conditions the engine warms up much
more slowly, increasing electrical consump-
tion and emissions. It is therefore advisable
to move off immediately, slowly, avoiding
high speeds. This way the engine will warm
faster.
Pointless manoeuvres
Avoid accelerating when waiting at traffic
lights or before switching off the engine. This
and also double declutching is absolutely
pointless on modern cars and also increase
consumption and pollution.
Gear shifting
As soon as the conditions of the traffic and
road allow, use a higher gear. Using a low
gear to obtain brilliant performance increases
consumption. In the same way improper use
of a high gear increases consumption, emis-
sions and engine wear.

IN AN EMERGENCY
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BULBS
High beam
Low beam
Front sidelights
Foglight
Front direction indicators
Side direction indicators
Rear direction indicators
Rear sidelights - braking lights
Third stop (additional braking lights)
Reversing light
Rear fog guards
Number plate light
Puddle lights
Front roof light
Rear roof light
Courtesy mirror light
Glovebox light
Boot lightFIGURE 21
D
D
B
E
B
A
B
B
A
B
B
A
C
C
C
A
A
CPOWER
55W
55W
6W
55W
21W
5W
21W
5W/21W
2.3W
21W
21W
5W
5W
10W
10W
1.2W
5W
5W TYPE
H7
H7
H6W
H1
H21W
W5W
P21W
P21/5W
W2.3W
P21W
P21W
W5W
C5W
C10W
C10W
W1.2W
W5W
C5W

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206
PUDDLE LIGHT (fig. 38)
(for versions/markets
where applicable)
To change the bulb proceed as follows:
– Open the door and slacken the screw
(A) fastening the transparent covers.
– Remove the unit composed of the two
transparent covers then change the bulb, re-
leasing it from the side contacts making sure
that the new bulb is correctly clamped be-
tween the contacts.
– Realign the two transparent covers and
tighten the fastening screw (A).IF AN INTERIOR
LIGHT GOES OUT
FRONT ROOF LIGHT
(fig. 39-40)
To change the bulbs proceed as follows:
– Remove the light unit (A) levering in
the points shown by the arrow (in corre-
spondence with the retainer catches).
– Open the protective cover (B).
– Replace the bulb concerned releasing it
from the side contacts making sure that the
new bulb is correctly clamped between the
contacts.– Close the protective cover (B).
– Refit the light unit pressing gently in cor-
respondence with the retainer catches, un-
til hearing the click.
fig. 40
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fig. 39
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fig. 38
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