2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo fuel consumption

EOBD/injection system failure
(amber)
Under normal conditions, the warning light comes on
when the ignition key is turned to MAR, but should go off
as soon as the engine is started.
If the warning light remains on or comes on whilst driving, this
means that the injection system is not working properly; in partic-
ular, if the warning light comes on constantly, this indicates a mal-
function in the supply/ignition system that could cause excessive
exhaust emissions, a possible loss of performance, poor driveabil-
ity and high fuel consumption.
On certain versions the dedicated message is displayed.
Under these conditions, the vehicle can continue travelling at mod-
erate speed without demanding excessive effort from the engine.
Prolonged use of the car with the warning light on may cause dam-
age. Contact your nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Service as soon
as possible.
The warning light goes out after the fault is cleared, and the indi-
cation is stored in the system.
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Doors not closed correctly (red)
The warning light (or symbol on the display) lights up
when one or more doors or the boot tailgate are not
properly closed. A buzzer will sound when doors are open
and the car is moving. On some versions the warning light (or sym-
bol on the display) also lights up when the bonnet is not closed
correctly.´
Luggage compartment open
On some versions a message + symbol on the display
are shown when the luggage compartment 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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Display of selected driving mode
(“Alfa DNA” system)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
On versions equipped with a “Reconfigurable multifunctional Dis-
play” a message + symbol associated with the selected driving
mode - “DYNAMIC”, “NORMAL” or “ALL WEATHER” - is shown.
A warning message is shown on the display if one of these dri-
ving modes is not available.
On versions equipped with a “Multifunctional display” a letter (d
or a) associated with the selected driving mode is shown togeth-
er with a dedicated message.
Engine oil level display
(for versions/markets, where provided)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR the display shows, for a few
seconds, the engine oil level. In the event of an insufficient engine
oil level, a warning message appears on the display.
IMPORTANT To determine the correct engine oil quantity, always check
using the marks on the dipstick (see paragraph "Checking levels" in
"5" section).
IMPORTANT For a correct engine oil level indication, perform the check
with the car parked on a level surface.
IMPORTANT To perform the engine oil reading correctly, after turning
the key to MAR wait for about 2 seconds before starting the engine.
IMPORTANT The engine oil level may increase after a long stop.
T.P.M.S. system failure (amber)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This warning light (or symbol in the display) comes on (on some
versions together with a message in the display) when a fault is
detected in the T.P.M.S tyre inflation pressure monitoring system:
if this occurs, contact your nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Service
as soon as possible.
Should one or more wheels be fitted without sensors, the display
will show a warning message until initial conditions are restored.
Check tyre inflation pressure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
If this warning light (or symbol in the display) comes on (on some
versions together with a message in the display) this indicates that
the tyre pressure is below the optimum value recommended to
guarantee long tyre life and low fuel consumption. It may also in-
dicate a slow loss of pressure.
Should two or more tyres be discovered to be in the above men-
tioned condition, the display will show the indications corresponding
to each tyre in sequence. Under these circumstances you should
restore the correct pressure values (see chapter 6).

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GEAR SHIFT INDICATOR
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The “GSI” system (Gear Shift Indicator) advises the driver to change
gear through the necessary indication on the instrument panel (see
fig. 8a).
Through the GSI, where provided, the driver is notified that the
gear change will allow a reduction in fuel consumption. There-
fore, for driving geared toward cutting fuel consumption, it is rec-
ommended to stick to Normal or All Weather mode and to fol-
low, traffic conditions permitting, the suggestions of the Gear Shift
Indicator.When the SHIFT UP (
NSHIFT) icon is shown on the display the
GSI suggests that the driver shift up a gear, whereas if the SHIFT
DOWN (
OSHIFT) icon is displayed, the driver is advised to shift
down a gear.
NOTE The indication in the instrument panel remains on until the
driver makes a gear change or until the driving conditions return
to a situation where a gear change is not required to improve con-
sumption.
fig. 8aA0J0233m

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Autoclose (Automatic door lock operation
with car running)
When activated (On), this function automatically locks the doors
when the car speed exceeds 20 km/h.
Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off:
-– briefly press MENU ESC to display a submenu;
– briefly press MENU ESC: (On) or (Off) will flash on the display
(according to previous setting);
– press + or – to change the setting;
– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the submenu
screen or hold the button down to go back to the main menu screen
without storing the new settings;
– hold down MENU ESC to go back to the standard screen or main
menu, depending on which point in the menu you have reached.
Units (Set unit of measurement)
This function may be used to set the units of measurement via
three submenus: “Distances”, “Fuel consumption” and “Temper-
ature”.
To set the required unit of measurement proceed as follows:
– briefly press MENU ESC to display the three sub-menus;
– press + or – to switch between the three sub-menus;
– once you have selected a sub-menu you wish to update, press
MENU ESC briefly;
– when accessing the “Distance” submenu: briefly press MENU
ESC: either “km” or “mi” will appear on the display (according
to the previous setting);
– press + or – to change the setting;
– when accessing the “Fuel consumption” submenu: briefly press
MENU ESC: either “km/l ”, “l/100km” or “mpg” will appear
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if the distance unit of measurement is set as “km”, the display en-
ables the setting of the fuel consumption unit (km/l or l/100)
to show the amount of fuel consumed.
If the distance unit of measurement is set as “mi” the fuel con-
sumption unit of measurement will be displayed in “mpg”.
– press + or – to change the setting;
– when accessing the “Temperature” submenu: briefly press MENU
ESC: either “°C” or “°F” will appear on the display according to
the previous setting;
– press + or – to change the setting;
When you have made the required settings, briefly press MENU
ESC to go back to the sub-menu screen or hold the button down
to go back to the main menu screen without storing the new set-
tings.
– hold down MENU ESC to go back to the standard screen or main
menu, depending on which point in the menu you have reached.Language (Selecting the language)
Messages on the display can be shown in the following languages:
Italian, English, German, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Dutch, Turk-
ish and Brazilian
To set the required language proceed as follows:
– briefly press MENU ESC: the previously set “language” will flash
on the display;
– press + or – to change the setting;
– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen
or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen with-
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Courtesy lights (Activation/deactivation of
“Courtesy lights”)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This function allows the side lights, number plate lights and inter-
nal courtesy lights to be lit up for approximately 25 seconds when
the doors or luggage compartment are opened using the remote
control, with the following exceptions:
❍interruption after 5 seconds following doors closure
❍interruption following a locking operation using the remote con-
trol
❍interruption following any operation using the remote control
To activate / deactivate this function, proceed as follows:
– briefly press MENU ESC: “On” or “Off” will flash on the dis-
play (according to previous setting);
– press + or – to change the setting;
– briefly press the MENU ESC button to go back to the menu screen
or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen with-
out storing the new settings.
Exit Menu
This is the last function that closes the setting cycle listed in the ini-
tial menu screen. Briefly press MENU ESC to go back to the stan-
dard screen without storing new settings. Press – to return to the
first menu item.
TRIP COMPUTER
GENERAL FEATURES
The “Trip computer” is used to display information on car opera-
tion when the key is turned to MAR. This function allows you to
define two separate trips called “Trip A” and “Trip B” to monitor
the car’s complete mission (trip) in a mutually independent man-
ner. Both functions can be reset (reset - start of new mission).
“Trip A” can be used to display figures relating to:
– Range
– Distance travelled
– Average fuel consumption
– Instantaneous fuel consumption
– Average speed
– Travel time (driving time).
The “Trip B” function is used to display information relating to:
– Distance travelled B
– Average fuel consumption B
– Average speed B
– Travel time B (driving time).
“Trip B” functions may be excluded (see paragraph on “Trip B on”).
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Values displayed
Range
Approximately indicates the distance the vehicle can travel with
the present amount of fuel in the tank.
The message “- - - -” will appear on the display in the following
cases:
– range value lower than 50 km (or 30 mi)
– car left parked with the engine running for a long time.
IMPORTANT Changes in the range value can be affected by many
factors: driving style, type of route (motorway, urban road, moun-
tain road, etc.), vehicle use conditions (load being carried, tyre
inflation pressure, etc.). The above notes should therefore be tak-
en into consideration when planning a trip.
Distance travelled
This value shows the distance covered from the start of the new
mission.
Average fuel consumption
This value shows the approximate average fuel consumption from
the start of the new mission.
Instantaneous fuel consumption
This indicates any change in fuel consumption. The value is con-
stantly updated. The message “- - - -” will appear on the display
if the car is parked with the engine running.
Average speed
This value shows the average speed of the car based on the overall
time elapsed since the start of the new mission.
Tr i p t i m e
This value shows the time elapsed since the start of the new mis-
sion.

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Information displayed
Each time a value is displayed, the following information is shown:
❍animated icon in the upper part of the display (A-fig. 10);
❍the word “Trip” (or “Trip A” or “Trip B”) (B);
❍the name, value and unit of measurement of the selected pa-
rameter (e.g. “Range 1500 km”) (C).
After a few seconds the name and value of the selected parame-
ter is replaced by an icon (see fig. 11).The icons relating to the various parameters are as follows:
7EK”Range”;
o6“Average fuel consumption A” (if Trip A is active,
or “B” if Trip B is active);
pE7 6“Distance A” (if Trip A is active, or “B” if Trip B is
active);
oq“Instantaneous fuel consumption”;
86“Average speed A” (if Trip A is active, or “B” if Trip
B is active);
56“Trip time A” (if Trip A is active, or “B” if Trip B is
active);
fig. 10A0J1223gfig. 11A0J0033m