2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta heater

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AUTOMATIC DEMISTING/DEFROSTING
(MAX-DEF function)
This function automatically demists/defrosts the following: wind-
screen and front side windows, heated spray nozzles, heater ex-
ternal rearview mirrors.
To activate the function on, turn the E knob to the “Defrosting”
symbol identified by the
-symbol. The manual climate control
system will automatically set itself to the following configuration:
❍demisting symbol -from red to orange (to indicate that the
function is on);
❍the heated rear windscreen (and all the installed defrosting
devices) will be turned on. The circular LED around the button
(will light up to indicate that the function is on;
❍the air flow will go to maximum speed (6);
❍air circulation will be opened, if it was closed (the circular LED
about the corresponding button will be off);
❍air mixing to maximum heating;
❍additional electric heater (for versions/markets, where pro-
vided) will be turned on;
❍the compressor will be activated (the circular LED will stay on
to indicate that the AC function is on).
Window demisting
The climate control system is very useful in preventing the windows
from misting up in the event of high levels of humidity.
In the event of considerable outside moisture and/or rain and/or
considerable differences in temperature inside and outside the pas-
senger compartment, proceed as follows to demist the windows:
❍turn A knob to the red section;
❍press F button to disable the air recirculation system (the LED
on the button should be off);
❍turn E knob to -and move it to position u(B-fig. 38a) if
demisting does not take place;
❍turn C knob to the 2ndspeed.

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NOTEWhen the Start&Stop function is active (engine off and
vehicle speed zero), the automatic recirculation management is
turned off always taking air in from outside, to reduce the proba-
bility of window misting up (as the compressor is off).
SUPPLEMENTARY ELECTRIC HEATER
(for versions/markets where provided)
This device speeds up passenger compartment warming when it is
very cold. The additional heater turns off automatically after reach-
ing the required comfort conditions.
Automatic dual zone climate control system
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The supplementary electric heater is operated automatically ac-
cording to environmental conditions and when the engine is run-
ning.
Manual climate control system
The supplementary heater is activated automatically by turning A
knob to the end of the red section and setting the fan (knob B)
to at least the 1
stspeed.
IMPORTANT NOTES
The heater only works if the outside temperature and engine coolant
temperature are low.
The heater will not activate if the battery voltage is too low.
START&STOP
Automatic climate control system
The automatic climate control system manages the Start&Stop
function (engine off when speed is zero) to ensure adequate com-
fort inside the passenger compartment.
Specifically, the Start&Stop function is turned off when the weath-
er is particularly hot or cold to guarantee an adequate level of com-
fort inside the passenger compartment; therefore, the engine will
not be stopped during these transient conditions, even if the speed
is zero.
When the Start&Stop is on and the engine is off at zero speed,
the climate control system will turn the engine back on if the in-
side temperature conditions should rapidly deteriorate (or if the
user asks for maximum cooling – LO – or quick demisting –
MAX-DEF).
With the Start&Stop function on and engine off at zero speed,
air flow is reduced to the minimum to main comfort conditions in-
side the passenger compartment as long as possible when the sys-
tem is in AUTO mod (LED N on).
The climate control system attempts to manage the discomfort
caused by the engine stopping (compressor and engine coolant
pump off) but operation of the climate control system can be priv-
ileged by turning the Start&Stop off by pressing the button on
the dashboard.
NOTEIn particularly severe climate conditions it is recommen-
ded to limit the use of the Start&Stop function to prevent the com-
pressor from continuously switching on and off, with following fa-
st window misting and accumulation of humidity with unpleasant
smells in the passenger compartment.

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SAVING FUEL
Here are some suggestions which may help you to save fuel and
lower the amount of harmful emissions released into the atmos-
phere.
GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out in accordance with the
“Scheduled Servicing Plan” (see chapter “Servicing and mainte-
nance”).
Tyres
Check the tyre pressure at least once every 4 weeks: if the pres-
sure is too low, consumption levels increase as resistance to rolling
is higher.
Unnecessar y loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot. The weight of the car and
its arrangement greatly affect fuel consumption and stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from the roof after use. These
accessories decrease aerodynamic penetration and have a nega-
tive effect on fuel consumption. It is better to use a trailer to trans-
port particularly bulky objects.
Electric devices
Use electric devices only for the amount of time needed. The heat-
ed rear windscreen, additional headlights, windscreen wipers and
heater fan require a considerable amount of energy; increasing the
current uptake increases fuel consumption (by up to +25% in an
urban cycle).
Climate control system
Using the climate control system will increase consumption: use
the air vents when the external temperature so allows.
Spoilers
The use of non-certified spoilers may adversely affect aerodynam-
ics and fuel consumption.

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USERS FUSE AMPS FIGURE
Two-way windscreen washer pump
Front electric window (driver side)
Front electric window (passenger side)
Various devices
Various devices
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Lumbar adjustments
Front seat heater
BOSE amplifier + Subwoofer
Left front seat movement
Right front seat movement
Electric sunroof
Cigar lighter/power socket
12V boot power socket
IBS Battery charge status sensor for Start&Stop system
External mirror defrosters

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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