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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
Facing forwards A 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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WARNINGS
Do not wash the seats with water or pressurised steam (wash by
hand or at automatic seat washing stations).
The front and/or side air bags may activate in the event of sharp
impacts to the underbody of the car (e.g. impact with steps, pave-
ments, potholes or road bumps etc.).
A small amount of dust will be released when the airbags are de-
ployed. This is not harmful and does not indicate a fire. Dust may
irritate your skin and eyes: in this case, wash with mild soap and
water.
All operations on air bags (inspections, repairs and replacement)
must be carried out by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
If the car is to be scrapped, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser-
vices to have the air bags deactivated.
Pretensioners and airbags are deployed according to different log-
ics on the basis of the type of collision. Failure to deploy of one
or more of these devices does not therefore indicate a system fault.Do not hook rigid objects to the clothes hangers or
support handles.
Do not rest your head, arms or elbows on the door,
windows or on the window bag area to avoid in-
juries during inflation.
Never lean your head, arms or elbows out of the
window.
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INTERIORS
Periodically check for water puddles under the mats that could cause
the panels to rust.
SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a vacuum cleaner. It is advis-
able to use a moist brush on velvet upholstery. Wipe the seats with
a sponge soaked in a solution of neutral detergent and water.
LEATHER SEATS
(on request for versions/markets, where provided)
Remove the dry dirt with a buckskin or slightly damp cloth, with-
out exercising too much pressure.
Remove liquid or oil stains using a dry absorbent cloth, without rub-
bing. Then clean with a soft cloth or buckskin cloth dampened with
water and neutral soap.
If the stain persists, use specific products and observe the instruc-
tions carefully.
IMPORTANT Never use alcohol. Make sure that the cleaning prod-
ucts used contain no alcohol or alcohol derivatives, even in small
quantities.
PLASTIC PARTS AND COVERS
Clean interior plastic parts with a damp cloth (if possible made from
microfibre), and a solution of water and neutral, non-abrasive de-
tergent. To clean oily or persistent stains, use specific products free
from solvents and designed to maintain the original appearance
and colour of the components.
Remove any dust using a microfibre cloth, if necessary moistened
with water. The use of paper tissues is not recommended as these
may leave residues.
IMPORTANT Never use alcohol or petrol to clean the glass on the
instrument panel or other plastic parts.
ARRANGEMENTS FOR DEALING WITH THE CAR AT THE END
OF ITS LIFE
For years, Alfa Romeo has pursued a global commitment to protect and respect the environment by continually improving its
production processes and developing increasingly eco-compatible products. To ensure its customers the best possible service
in compliance with environment standards and in response to obligations arising out of European Directive 2000/53/EC on
end of life vehicles, Alfa Romeo offers its customers the chance to hand back their vehicles (*) at the end of their life cycle
at no additional cost.
The European Directive sets out that when the vehicle is handed over the last keeper or owner should not incur any expens-
es as a result of it having a zero or negative market value. In all European Union countries, until 1st January 2007, only
vehicles registered after 1st July 2002 were collected free of charge, while since 2007 collection has been free of charge ir-
respective of the year of registration as long as the vehicle contains its basic components (in particular, the engine and body-
work) and has no additional waste.
To hand back your car at the end of its life without additional cost, you may contact one of our dealers or one of the collec-
tion and demolition centres authorised by Alfa Romeo. These centres have been carefully chosen to offer high quality service
for the collection, treatment and recycling of unused vehicles with respect to the environment.
You can find further information on these collection and scrapping centres either from an Alfa Romeo Authorized Services or
by calling the freephone number 00800 2532 0000 or on the Alfa Romeo website.
(*) Vehicle for transporting passengers with a maximum of nine seats and a total permitted weight of 3.5 t
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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
– boot light .......................... 84
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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