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Parking sensor fault
(for versions/markets where provided)
See the section on warning light
t.
Rain sensor fault
(for versions/markets where provided)
This warning light comes on when a dusk sensor fault is detected.
AFS adaptive lights fault
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light comes on when an AFS adaptive light fault is de-
tected (see “AFS adaptive lights” in this chapter). A specific mes-
sage will be shown on the display.
Anti-pinch system fault
The warning light will come on when an anti-pinch system fault
is detected. A specific message will be shown on the display.
Engine oil pressure sensor fault
The warning light turns on when an engine oil pressure sensor fault
is detected. A specific message will be shown on the display.
Rear fog lights (amber)
The warning light comes on when the rear fog lights
are on. The LED over 4 button will also light up.4
Fog lights (green)
The warning light comes on when the fog lights are
on. The LED over 5 button
5will also light up.5
Side lights (green)
This warning light comes on when the side lights are
turned on.
Follow me home (green)
The warning light comes on (in combination with a message on
the display) when this device is used (see “Follow me home de-
vice” in this chapter).
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Dipped beam headlights (green)
The warning light comes on when the dipped beam
headlights are on.2U
Main beam headlights (blue)
The warning light comes on when the main beam head-
lights are on.1
Left direction indicator (green)
This warning light comes on when the direction indi-
cator stalk is moved downwards or when the hazard
warning light button is pressed.
Right direction indicator (green)
The warning light comes on when the direction indica-
tor stalk is moved upwards or when the hazard warn-
ing light button is pressed.
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Start&Stop system on/off
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Start&Stop system fault
Turning the Start&Stop system on
A message will appear on the display when the Start&Stop system
is on. The LED on the
Tbutton on control panel in the dashboard
(see “Start&Stop system” in this chapter) is off.
Turning the Start&Stop off
❍Versions with multifunction display: a message will appear on
the display when the Start&Stop system is off.
❍Versions with reconfigurable multifunction display: The T sym-
bol and a message will appear on the display when the
Start&Stop system is off.
The LED on the
Tbutton will be on when the system is off.
Start&Stop system fault
SymbolU(versions with multifunction display) or j(versions
with reconfigurable multifunction display) will flash to indicate a
Start&Stop system fault. For versions/markets, where provided,
a message is also displayed. In this case, contact Alfa Romeo Au-
thorized Services.
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Possible presence of ice on the road
On versions equipped with reconfigurable multifunc-
tion display, a message + symbol will appear when
the outdoor temperature falls to or below 3°C.
On versions with multifunctional display, only the message is shown.
IMPORTANT In the event of outdoor temperature sensor fault, dash-
es are shown on the display instead of the value.√
Fuel cut-off
On some versions the display will show a message +
symbol if the fuel cut-off trips. For the fuel cut-off sys-
tem reactivation procedure see paragraph “Fuel cut-off
system” in this chapter.s
Exterior lights fault
On some versions, a message + symbol will appear
on the display if a fault is detected in one of the fol-
lowing lights:
– daytime lights (DRL)
– sidelights/taillights
– direction indicators
– rear fog lights
– number plate lights.
The fault relating to these lights could be: one or more blown bulbs,
a blown protection fuse or a break in the electric connection.W
Boot open
On some versions, a message + symbol on the dis-
play are shown when the boot is open.R
Bonnet open
On some versions, a message + symbol on the display
are shown when the bonnet is open.S
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Rain sensor fault
(for versions/markets where provided)
On some versions, a message + symbol will be shown
on the display if a dusk sensor fault is detected. 1
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.
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
t
Brake lights fault
On some versions, a message + symbol will appear on
the display if a brake light fault is detected. The fault may be caused
by a blown bulb, a blown protection fuse or an interruption of the
electric connection.TDrive 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 warn-
ing 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.
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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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The menu includes the following items:
– MENU
– SPEED BEEP
– HEADLIGHT SENSOR (for versions/markets, where provided)
– RAIN SENSOR (for versions/markets where provided)
– ON/TRIP B DATA
– SET TIME
– SET DATE
– FIRST PAGE (for versions/markets where provided)
– SEE RADIO
– AUTOCLOSE
– MEASURES
– LANGUAGE
– ALERTS VOLUME
– BUTTONS VOLUME
– SEAT BELT REMINDER
– SERVICE
– PASSENGER AIR BAG
– DAY LIGHTS
– COURTESY LIGHTS
– MENU EXIT
NOTE Some menu items are shown on the navigator display in mod-
els equipped with radio-navigation systems (for versions/markets,
where provided).SETUP MENU
The menu comprises a series of items which can be selected us-
ing the “
Ò▲“ and “▼“ buttons to access the different se-
lection and setting operations illustrated in the following paragraphs.
Some items also have a sub-menu.
The menu can be activated by briefly pressing the SET ESC but-
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Headlight sensor (Automatic headlight/dusk
sensor sensitivity adjustment)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This function is used to turn the headlights on or off according to
external lighting conditions.
The dusk sensor sensitivity can be adjusted according to 3 levels
(level 1= minimum sensitivity, level 2= average sensitivity, level
3= maximum sensitivity); the greater the sensitivity set, the less
the external light variation needed to control turning on the lights
(e.g. with a setting on level 3 at sunset the headlights are expected
to come on in relation to levels1 and 2).
Proceed as follows to set:
– briefly press SET ESC: the previously set brightness level flash-
es in the display;
– 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.
Rain sensor (sensitivity adjustment)
(for versions/markets where provided)
This function is used to adjust the rain sensor sensitivity to four
levels.
To set the required sensitivity level, proceed as follows:
– briefly press SET ESC button: the previously set sensitivity level
will flash on the display;
– press “
Ò▲“ or“▼“ to select;
– press the SET ESC button to go back to the menu screen or
hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without
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Front passenger air bag and side bag
(Chest/pelvis protection)
Activation/Deactivation
This function is used to activate/deactivate the passenger air bag.
Proceed as follows:
– press SET ESC and, after the message Bag pass: Off (to deac-
tivate) or Bag pass On (to activate) is displayed by pressing
“
Ò▲“ buttons and “▼“ , press SET ESC again;
– the confirmation request message appears in the display;
– press “
Ò▲“ or “▼“ to select Yes (confirming activa-
tion/deactivation) or No (to cancel);
– briefly press SET ESC button to confirm the setting and go back
to the menu screen or hold the button down to go back to the stan-
dard screen without saving.
Day Lights (DRL)
With this function is possible to turn the day lights on and off.
Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off:
– briefly press the SET ESC button to display a submenu;
– briefly press the SET ESC button again: the display flashes On
or Off depending on what was previously set;
– press “
Ò▲“ or “▼“ button to select;
– briefly press SET ESC button to go back to the submenu screen
or hold the button down to go back to the main menu without
saving.
– hold down SET ESC button again to go back to the standard
screen or main menu, depending on which point in the menu you
have reached.