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OPERATING MODES
Engine stopping mode
With the car at a standstill, the engine stops with the gearbox in
neutral and the clutch released.
NOTEThe engine can only be stopped automatically after a speed
of about 10 km/h is reached, to prevent the engine from being
repeatedly stopped when driving at walking pace.
Symbol
Ufig. 81 appears on the display when the engine stops.
Engine restarting mode
Press the clutch pedal to restart the engine.
fig. 81A0K0163m
START&STOP SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The Start&Stop system automatically stops the engine whenever
the car is stationary and starts it again when the driver wants to
move off. This improves the efficiency of the vehicle by reducing
fuel consumption, the emission of harmful gases and noise pollu-
tion.
The system is active every time the engine is started.

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TURNING THE SYSTEM ON/OFF MANUALLY
PressTfig. 82 on the dashboard to turn the system on and off
manually.
Turning the Start&Stop system on
A message will appear on the display when the Start&Stop system
is on. In this condition, LED A-fig. 82 located over button
Tis off.
Turning the Start&Stop on
❍Versions with multifunction display: a message will appear on
the display when the Start&Stop system is off.
❍Versions with reconfigurable multifunction display: symbol T
and a message will appear on the display when the Start&Stop
system is off.
LED A-fig. 82 is on when the system is off.
fig. 82A0K0121m
FAILED ENGINE CUT-OUT CONDITIONS
When the system is operating, due to comfort, emission control
and safety reasons, the engine does not stop in some conditions,
among which:
❍engine still cold;
❍very cold outside temperature;
❍battery not sufficiently charged;
❍heated rear windscreen on;
❍windscreen wipers working at maximum speed;
❍particulate filter regeneration in progress (diesel engines only);
❍driver’s door not shut;
❍driver’s seat belt not fastened
❍reverse gear engaged (for example, for parking manoeuvres);
❍for versions equipped with dual zone automatic climate control
system (for versions/markets, where provided), if an adequate
level of thermal comfort has not been reached or MAX-DEF func-
tion activation;
❍during the first period of use, to initialize the system;
In these cases, a message is shown on the display and the sym-
bol
Uwill blink (the latter for versions/markets, where provid-
ed).
If climate comfort is to be favoured, the
Start&Stop system can be disabled, for a contin-
uous operation of the climate control system.

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Notes
If the clutch is not pressed, after 3 minutes from the engine stop-
ping, the engine can be restarted only using the ignition key.
In cases when the engine stops and this is not desired, due for
example to the clutch pedal being released sharply with a gear
engaged, if the Start&Stop system is activated, the engine can
be restarted by fully depressing the clutch pedal or by placing the
gear lever in neutral
RESTARTING CONDITIONS
For reasons of comfort, limiting harmful emissions and safety pur-
poses, the power unit can restart automatically without any action
on behalf of the driver if certain conditions are met, including:
❍battery not sufficiently charged;
❍windscreen wipers working at maximum speed;
❍low braking system vacuum, e.g. following the brake pedal be-
ing pressed repeatedly;
❍car in motion, for example when driving on hilly roads;
❍stopping the engine using Start&Stop longer than approxi-
mately 3 minutes;
❍for versions equipped with dual zone automatic climate control
system (for versions/markets, where provided), if an adequate
level of thermal comfort has not been reached or MAX-DEF func-
tion activation;
With gear engaged, the automatic engine restarting is possible on-
ly by fully pressing the clutch pedal. This operation is indicated to
the driver by means of a message on the display and by symbol
Ublinking (the latter for versions/markets, where provided).

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SAFETY FUNCTIONS
When the engine is stopped by the Start&Stop system, if the dri-
ver releases his/her seat belt and opens the driver’s or passenger’s
door, the engine can be restarted only using the ignition key.
This condition is indicated to the driver by means of a buzzer and
by the symbol
Ublinking on the display (with a message, for
versions/markets, where provided).
ENERGY SAVING FUNCTION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
If, as a result of the engine automatic restarting, the driver does not
carry out any action on the vehicle for over 3 minutes, the Start&Stop
system stops the engine once and for all, to prevent fuel consump-
tion. In these cases, the engine can be restarted only using the ig-
nition key.
NOTEIn any case, it is possible to keep the engine running by de-
activating the Start&Stop system.
IRREGULAR OPERATION
In the event of malfunction, the Start&Stop system is deactivated.
The driver is informed of the fault by the flashing
Usymbol (ver-
sions with multifunction display) or
jsymbol (versions with re-
configurable multifunction display). For versions/markets, where
provided, a message is also displayed. In this case, contact
Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
STORING THE CAR
In the case of storage, special care must be taken to disconnect the
battery electrical power supply.
Proceed as follows: detach the connector A-fig. 83 (by pressing but-
ton B) from sensor C for monitoring the status of the battery in-
stalled on the battery negative pole D. This sensor should never
be disconnected from the pole except if the battery is replaced.
fig. 83A0K0179m
In case of battery replacement, always contact
Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. Replace the bat-
tery using a new one of the same type (HEAVY
DUTY) and having the same specifications.

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BRAKE FLUID
Check that the fluid is at the maximum level. If the level is too
low undo reservoir cap F-fig. 161-162-163-164 and add the flu-
id described in the “Technical Specifications” chapter.
Prevent brake fluid, which is highly corrosive, from
coming into contact with painted parts. Should this
occur, immediately wash with water.
WINDSCREEN/REAR WINDOW/
HEADLIGHT WASHING FLUID
If the level is too low undo reservoir cap D-fig. 161-162-163-
164 and add the fluid described in the “Technical Specifications”
chapter.
IMPORTANT The headlight washer system will not work when
the liquid level is low although the windscreen/rear window wash-
er will still work. For versions/markets where provided (see pre-
vious pages), a reference line E-fig. 161, 162, 163, 164 is pro-
vided: ONLY the windscreen/rear window washer will work un-
der this line.
Some commercial windscreen washer additives are
flammable. The engine compartment contains hot
parts which could cause a fire if they come into con-
tact with these additives.
Brake fluid is poisonous and highly corrosive. In
the event of accidental contact, wash the parts im-
mediately with water and neutral soap, then rinse
with plenty of water. In case of swallowing, immediately
call a doctor.
The symbol πon the container indicates a syn-
thetic brake fluid, which is different from a min-
eral fluid. Using a mineral-type fluid will damage
the special rubber seals of the braking system beyond re-
pair.
Do not travel if the windscreen washer reservoir is
empty: using the windscreen washer is essential
for improving visibility. Repeated operation of the
system when it is empty could damage or rapidly deteri-
orate some of its parts

❍do not stick labels on the surface of the
CD and do not write on the recorded sur-
face using pens or pencils;
❍do not use CDs that are clearly
scratched, flawed, distorted, etc. Using
discs like this will result in malfunctions
or damage to the player;
❍to achieve the best quality audio repro-
duction we recommend the use of orig-
inal CD media. If CD-R/RWs that have
not been correctly recorded and/or with
a maximum capacity above 650 MB are
used, correct operation is not guaran-
teed;
❍do not use the protective sleeves sold
for CDs or discs with stabilizers, etc. be-
cause they may get stuck in the internal
mechanism and damage the disc;
❍if copy-protected CDs are used, it may
take a few seconds before the system
starts playing them. The CD player is not
guaranteed to play all copy-protected
discs. The fact that the CD is protected
from being copied is often shown in very
small letters on the CD cover itself where
it may, for example, say “COPY CON-
TROL”, “COPY PROTECTED”, “THIS CD
CANNOT BE PLAYED ON A PC/MAC”, or
it may be identified through the use of
symbols, such as, for example:
❍The CD player is capable of reading most
compression systems currently in use
(e.g.: LAME, BLADE, XING, FRAUN-
HOFER) but, following the development
of these systems, the reading of all com-
pression formats is not guaranteed.
CD
Dirt, scratches or any distortions on CDs
could cause problems and poor sound qual-
ity during playback. Follow these tips for op-
timum playback conditions:
❍only use CDs with the following brand;
❍clean every CD to remove any finger-
prints or dust using a soft cloth. Hold CDs
by the circumference and clean them
from the middle outwards;
❍never use chemicals (e.g. anti-static
products or thinners or sprays) for clean-
ing as they could damage the surface of
the CDs;
❍after listening, place CDs back in their
cases to avoid damaging them;
❍do not expose CDs to direct sunlight,
high temperatures or damp for long pe-
riods;
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– scheduled servicing plan ...... 200
Servicing schedule
Set-up menu .......................... 24
Side bag ............................... 148
Side/taillights - dipped beam headlights
– bulb replacement........... 177-179
– control............................... 74
Ski compartment .................... 89
Snow chains .......................... 159
Socket.................................. 90
Spark plugs (type) ................... 228
Speedometer ......................... 6
Start&Stop system................... 116
Starting the engine ............ 151-161
Starting and driving......... 151
Steering ................................ 231
Steering lock .......................... 49
Steering wheel adjustment ........ 54
Steering wheel stalks
– left stalk ............................ 74Tyres
– Fix&Go Automatic kit........... 169
– how to read tyre markings ... 232
– inflation pressures............... 235
– rim protector tyre ................ 233
– snow tyres ........................ 158
– tyres fitted ........................ 234
Universal Isofix child seat ........ 143
Using the gearbox ................... 154
VDC system ........................... 110
Warning lights on panel .......... 6
Weights ............................ 238-239
Welcome movement ............... 23
Wheel rims ............................ 232
– dimensions ....................... 234
– reading rim markings .......... 233
– rim protector ..................... 233 – right stalk .......................... 77
Storage compartments ....... 87-88
Storing the car ........................ 159
Sun visors .............................. 91
Supplementary heater ............. 73
Suspensions ........................... 231
Symbols ................................ 40
Technical specifications..... 225
Third brake light
– bulb replacement ................ 181
Top speeds.............................. 237
Towing the car ........................ 196
Towing trailers ........................ 157
Transmission .......................... 230
Trip Computer ......................... 36
– Trip Computer parameters .... 37
– TRIP button ........................ 39