2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta child seat

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“ISOFIX” CHILD SEAT ASSEMBLY
SETUP
The car is provisioned for a Universal Isofix child seat, a new Eu-
ropean standardised system for carrying children safely.
fig. 103A0K0018m
Isofix systems can be fitted alongside a traditional child seat. An
example of an Universal Isofix child seat for weight group 1 is
shown in fig. 103.
The other weight groups are covered by the specific Isofix child seat,
which can be used only if specifically designed, tested and approved
for this car (see car list provided with the child seat).
WARNING The centre rear seat is not certified for any type of child’s
seat.

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INSTALLING A UNIVERSAL ISOFIX CHILD SEAT
Couple the child seat to the specific lower metallic rings B-fig. 104
positioned inside the rear seat backrest (lift the hinge A upwards
to access the rings) and then fix the upper belt (provided with
the seat) to the upper couplings C-fig. 105 located on the back
of the backrest.
Systems can be fitted along side a traditional child seat “Univer-
sal Isofix”. Remember that when using a Universal Isofix child seat,
you can only use approved seats with the marking ECE R44/03
“Universal Isofix”.
The Universal Isofix “Duo Plus” child seat and the special “G 0/1 S”
seat are available from Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo. For any further
installation/details on usage, refer to the “Instruction Manual” sup-
plied with the child seat.
fig. 104A0K0109mfig. 105A0K0108m
Fit the child seat when the car is stationary. The
child seat is correctly anchored to the brackets
when you hear the click. Follow the instructions for
assembly, disassembly and positioning that the child seat
manufacturer must supply.

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PASSENGER SEAT SUITABILITY FOR ISOFIX CHILD SEATS
The table below, in compliance with European Directive ECE 16, shows the different installation possibilities of Isofix seats on seats fit-
ted with Isofix fasteners.
IUF: suitable for forward-facing Isofix child seats, universal class (fitted with third upper fastener), type-approved for use in this weight group.
X: Isofix position not suitable for Isofix retaining system in this weight group and/or size.
IL (*): the Isofix child seat can be installed by adjusting the front seat.
Weight group Seat Isofix Rear passenger seat
orientation size class
CradleFacing backwards F X
Facing backwards G X
Group 0 up to 10 kg Facing backwards E IL (*)
Facing backwards E IL (*)
Group 0+ up to 13 kg Facing backwards D IL (*)
Facing backwards C IL (*)
Facing backwards D IL (*)
Facing backwards C IL (*)
Group I from 9 to 18 kg Facing forwards B IUF
Facing forwards BI IUF
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FRONT AIRBAG ON PASSENGER’S SIDE
fig. 107
This is located in a dedicated compartment in the dashboard.
fig. 107A0K0135m
Do not arrange cradle child seats facing backwards
if the front air bag on the passenger’s side is en-
abled. Deployment of the air bag in an accident
could cause fatal injuries to the baby regardless of
the severity of the collision. Always deactivate the
passenger’s air bag when placing a child seat on the front
seat. Also, the passenger seat should be as far back as
possible to avoid contact between the child seat and the
dashboard. Although this is not mandatory by law, the air
bag should be immediately reactivated when children are
no longer carried to ensure better protection for adults.
To deactivate the air bags see “Knowing your
car” chapter, “Menu Items” paragraph.
Deactivating the passenger front air bag and
side bag
Deactivate the passenger front air bag and chest protection side
bags when carrying a chid on the front seat. With the air bags de-
activated, the
“warning light is lit in the instrument panel.

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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
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Automatic dual zone
climate system ...................... 65
Battery
– replacement ....................... 214
– tips for extending battery life 214
Bodywork
– bodywork codes.................. 227
– cleaning ........................... 221
Bodywork versions................... 227
Bonnet.................................. 106
Boot ..................................... 101
– boot volume ...................... 236
– expanding the boot ............ 103
– securing your load .............. 105
Boot light
– bulb replacement ................ 183
Brake Assist system.................. 112
Brake lights
– bulb replacement ................ 179
ABS ..................................... 109
AFS (adaptive lights)............... 86
Air bags
– Front air bags .................... 146
– Front passenger side airbag
deactivation....................... 147
– Side air bags ..................... 148
Air filter/pollen filter/diesel filter 214
Air vents .......................... 57-58
Alarm..................................... 47
“Alfa DNA” system................... 113
Alfa Romeo CODE system .......... 40
AQS (Air Quality System function) 70
Arm rest
– front ................................. 88
– rear .................................. 89
Ashtray ................................. 91
ASR system ............................ 111Brakes
– Brake Assist ...................... 112
– handbrake......................... 153
– specifications ..................... 231
Bulbs (replacement) ................ 174
– bulb types ................... 175-176
– general information ............ 174
Capacities.............................. 127
– capacities table ............ 240-241
– fuel tank cap ..................... 128
Car radio set-up...................... 122
Car radio........................... 247-280
Carrying children safely ............ 138
– “Isofix” child seat set-up ..... 143
– child seats ......................... 139
CBC system............................ 112
Ceiling lights
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– courtesy lights ................... 83
– front ceiling light ................ 81
– glove compartment light ...... 84
– puddle lights ..................... 84
Changing a wheel ................... 162
Changing bulbs
– exterior lights .................... 177
– interior lights ..................... 182
Checking liquid
levels .............208-209-210-211
Child safety lock ..................... 96
Child seat (compliance for use) .. 141
Child seat assembly
“Universal model” ................ 139
Cigar lighter............................ 90
Cleaning and maintenance
– bodywork ......................... 221
– engine compartment ........... 222
– interiors ............................ 223
– leather upholstery .............. 224
– plastic parts........................ 223– seats................................. 223
– windows............................ 222
Climate control system ............. 57
– air vents .....................57-58
Climatic comfort ..................... 59
Clutch .................................... 230
CO
2emissions ......................... 245
CODE card ............................. 41
Control buttons ....................... 23
Controls................................. 85
Courtesy lights ........................ 76
Cruise Control ......................... 79
D.R.L. (Daytime Running Lights) 74
Dashboard............................. 3
Dimensions of the car .............. 236
Dipped beam headlights
– bulb replacement ................ 178
– control............................... 74Dipped beam headlights
– bulb replacement ................ 178
– control............................... 74
Direction indicators
– bulb replacement........... 178-179
– control............................... 75
Direction indicators
– bulb replacement ................ 178
– control............................... 75
Display
– Multifunction display ........... 20
– Reconfigurable multifunction
display ............................. 21
Door locks ............................. 86
Doors..................................... 95
– child safety lock ................. 95
– emergency rear door
locking device .................... 97
– remote locking/unlocking ... 95
DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) ... 129
DST system............................. 112

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Headlights.............................. 108
– headlight alignment corrector 108
– light beam direction ............ 108
Heated rear window
(activation) .................... 63-72
Hill Holder system .................... 110
How to save fuel .................... 155
Identification data
– chassis marking ................. 226
– engine marking ................. 226
– identification data plate ....... 225
– paintwork identification plate 226
Ignition switch ........................ 49
– steering lock ...................... 49
In an emergency................ 161
Installing electrical/electronic
devices ................................ 123
Installing navigation system
(set-up)............................... 123
Instrument panel and instruments 4-5
Interior fittings......................... 87Interiors (cleaning) .................. 222
“Isofix” child seat set-up .......... 143
Jack...................................... 163
Keys
– changing remote
control battery ................... 44
– key with remote control ....... 42
– key without remote control ... 42
Light clusters
– front light clusters
(changing a bulb).............. 177
– rear light clusters
(changing a bulb).............. 179
Load limiters .......................... 135
Lubricants (specifications) ... 242-243
Main beam headlights
– bulb replacement ................ 177
– control............................... 75
Manual climate control system .. 60Menu items ........................... 26
Mirror courtesy lights ............... 83
– bulb replacement ................ 184
MSR system........................... 112
Number plate lights
– bulb replacement ................ 181
On board instruments ............. 4-5
– engine coolant
temperature gauge ............. 6
– fuel level indicator .............. 6
– multifunction display ........... 20
– reconfigurable multifunction
display ............................. 21
– rev counter ........................ 6
– speedometer ..................... 6
Parking lights (activation) ....... 74
Parking the car ....................... 153
Performance (top speeds) ........ 237