2013 Alfa Romeo 4C cooling

INTERNAL AIR
RECIRCULATION
ACTIVATION
Bring cursor B to
.
It is advisable to switch the internal air
recirculation on while standing in
queues or in tunnels to prevent the
introduction of polluted air.
Do not use the function for a long time,
particularly if there are two people on
board, to prevent the windows from
misting.
IMPORTANT The internal air
recirculation system makes it possible
to reach the required heating or
ventilation conditions more quickly. Do
not use the internal air recirculation
function on rainy/cold days to avoid the
possibility of the windows misting.
CLIMATE CONTROL
(cooling)
Proceed as follows:
❒ turn knob A to the blue section;
❒ turn knob C to 1 (1st fan speed). For
rapid cooling, turn knob C to 4
(maximum fan speed).
❒ bring cursor B to;
❒ turn knob D to
;
❒ press button E. Cooling adjustment
Proceed as follows:
❒
bring cursor B to
;
❒ turn knob A toward the red section to
increase the temperature;
❒ turn knob C anticlockwise to reduce
the fan speed.
DOOR MIRROR
DEMISTING
Press the
button F fig. 21 to
activate this function.
Activation is indicated by the digital
warning light on the display.
Press thebutton again to
deactivate the function.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
In winter, the climate control system
must be turned on at least once a
month for about 10 minutes. Have the
system inspected at a dedicated Alfa
Romeo Dealership before the summer.
3)
IMPORTANT
3) The system uses R-1234yf
coolant which does not pollute the
environment in the event of
accidental leakage. Under no
circumstances should you use
R-134a fluid which, in addition to
being incompatible with the
system’s components, contributes
greatly to the greenhouse effect.
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❒sprinkle talcum powder on the rubber
blade of the windscreen wiper and lift
it off the glass (for the correct lifting
procedure, refer to the "Windscreen
wiper" paragraph in the
"Maintenance and care" chapter);
❒ cover the car with a cloth or
perforated plastic sheet. Do not use
sheets of non-perforated plastic
as they do not allow moisture on the
car body to evaporate;
❒ inflate tyres to +0.5 bar above the
standard prescribed pressure and
check it periodically;
❒ do not drain the engine cooling
system;
❒ every time the car is left inactive for
two weeks or longer, run the air
conditioning system for about
5 minutes, set to outside air and with
fan set to maximum, with the engine
idling; this operation will ensure
adequate lubrication to minimise the
possibility of damage to the
compressor when the system is put
back into operation; ❒
ensure that the air intake directly in
front of the windscreen is not
obstructed by leaves or other foreign
bodies; any leaves in the air intake
could reduce the air flow and, if they
enter the reservoir, could prevent
water drainage. In winter months,
make sure that the air intake is not
obstructed by ice, mud or snow.
IMPORTANT After turning the ignition
key to STOP, wait at least 1 minute
before disconnecting the electrical
supply to the battery.
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Thousands of kilometres20 40 60 80 100 120
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
Check condition and wear of rear brake pads and discs, and
operation of pad wear indicator ●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top-up fluid levels (engine cooling,
brakes, windscreen washer, etc.) ●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition of the accessory drive belt(s) ●
Inspect the conditions of toothed timing drive belt ●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary (or every 12
months) ●●●●●●
Check exhaust emissions/smokiness ●●●
Check engine control system operation (through diagnosis socket) ●●●●●●
Check and possible top up of oil level for the dual clutch
automatic transmission ●
Replace spark plugs (#) ●●
Replace accessory drive belt(s) ●
Replace toothed timing drive belt (*) ●(#) The following are essential to ensure correct operation and prevent serious damage to the engine: only use spark plugs of the same make and type which are
specially certified for such engines (see the information in the “Engine” paragraph in the “Technical specifications” section); strictly comply with the spark plug
replacement interval given in the Scheduled Servicing Plan; for spark plug replacement, it is advisable to contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
(*) Irrespective of the mileage, the timing drive belt must be changed every 4 years for heavy-duty use (cold climates, town use, long periods of idling) or at least every 5 years.
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❒loosen the reservoir plug and
introduce the funnel F fig. 117 with
the extension pipe in the reservoir
inlet;
❒ after topping up, remove the funnel F
with the extension pipe;
❒ tighten the reservoir plug;
❒ reposition the protection panel and
tighten the 2 self-tapping screws E.
WARNING Be very careful while
removing the plug from the opening to
prevent the plug from falling inside
the vehicle body.
IMPORTANT
19) Be careful not to confuse the various types of fluids while
topping up: they are not
compatible with each other!
Topping up with an unsuitable
fluid could severely damage your
vehicle.
20) The oil level should never exceed the MAX mark.
21) Do not add oil with specifications other than those of the oil already
in the engine. 22) PARAFLU
UP
anti-freeze fluid is
used in the engine cooling
system; use the same fluid type as
that already in the cooling system
when topping up. PARAFLU
UP
may not be mixed with other types
of anti-freeze fluids. If topping up
with an unsuitable product, under
no circumstances start the engine
and contact a dedicated Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
23) Avoid allowing brake fluid, which is extremely corrosive, to come
into contact with painted areas.
Should it happen, immediately
wash with water.
24) Be very careful while topping up the brake fluid, as it could drip
from the extension pipe inside the
vehicle under-bonnet and on
parts of the body and windscreen,
corroding and damaging them.
Adopt suitable protection (e.g
absorbing paper) to reduce this
risk as much as possible.
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WARNING
113) The Alfa Romeo 4C is designedand produced for road use, in
compliance with the current
regulations. Vehicle use in the
track must be considered as
occasional and in any case under
the responsibility of the user.
The vehicle CANNOT be modified
or tampered with for any reason,
this would alter the Manufacturer
homologation and/or safety
requirements. Using a modified or
tampered product relieves the
Manufacturer from any
responsibility on it and may
expose people to serious risks.
114) Never smoke when performing operations in the engine
compartment. Flammable gases
and fumes may be present, with
the risk of fire.
115) Be very careful when working in the engine compartment if the
engine is hot: risk of burns. 116) If the engine oil is being topped
up, wait for the engine to cool
down before loosening the filler
plug, particularly for cars with
aluminium plug (for versions/
markets, where provided).
WARNING: risk of burns!
117) The cooling system is pressurised. If necessary, only
replace the plug with another
original one or the operation of
the system may be adversely
affected. Do not remove the
reservoir plug when the engine is
hot: risk of burns.
118) Do not travel with the windscreen washer reservoir
empty: the windscreen washer is
essential for improving visibility.
Repeated operation of the system
without fluid could damage or
cause rapid deterioration of some
system components.
119) Certain commercial additives for windscreen washer fluids are
inflammable. The engine
compartment contains hot
components which may set it on
fire. 120) Brake fluid is poisonous and
highly corrosive. In the event of
accidental contact, immediately
wash the affected parts with
water and mild soap. Then rinse
thoroughly. Call a doctor
immediately if swallowed.
121) The
symbol on the container
indicates a synthetic brake fluid,
which is different from a mineral
fluid. Using a mineral fluid will
damage the special rubber seals
of the braking system beyond
repair.IMPORTANT
3) Used engine oil and oil filters contain substances which are
harmful to the environment. You
are advised to go to a dedicated
Alfa Romeo Dealership to have
the oil and filters changed.
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REFUELLING
1750 Turbo PetrolPrescribed fuels / Original fluids
and lubricants
litres kg
Fuel tank 40-
Unleaded petrol not less than 95
RON (EN 228 specification)
including a reserve of 4 - 5-
Engine cooling system 10.69.4Mixture of 50% demineralised water
and 50% PARAFLU
UP
(*)
Engine sump 5.44.6
SELENIA SPORT POWER
Engine sump and filter 5.85.0
Transmission/differential casing: 1.881.6TUTELA TRANSMISSION
GEARTECH
Transmission hydraulic activation system 1.45 1.2 TUTELA CS SPEED
Hydraulic brake circuit with ABS 0.520.56 TUTELA TOP 4
Windscreen washer fluid reservoir 1.91.7Mixture of water and TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC 35
(*) When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh weather conditions, we recommend using a 60-40 mixture of PARAFLU
UPand demineralised water.
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Engine codes ................................ 156
Engine compartment – checking levels .......................... 139
– washing .................................... 150
Engine coolant indicator ................. 62
Engine – engine cooling system fluid level........................................... 141
– identification codes ................... 156
– marking ..................................... 155
– technical data............................ 157
Engine oil – consumption ............................. 141
– level check ................................ 141
EOBD system ................................ 48
ESC (Electronic Stability Control) system ......................................... 41
Exterior lights ................................. 26
Extinguisher ................................... 35Filling the tank ............................... 56
Fitting "Universal" child restraint system ......................................... 94
Fix&Go automatic kit ...................... 115
Flashing ......................................... 27
Fluids and lubricants (specifications) ............................. 171"Follow Me Home" device ............. 28Front airbags................................. 97
Fuel consumption .......................... 174
Fuel cut-off system......................... 32 Fuel level gauge ............................. 62
Fuel supply..................................... 158
Fuses (replacement) ....................... 126
Gear Shift Indicator ....................... 62Handbrake.................................... 103
Hazard warning lights..................... 32
HBA system ................................... 43
Headlights...................................... 40 – Adjusting the headlights abroad ...................................... 40
– bulb replacement ...................... 122
– Light beam direction.................. 40
Heating and ventilation ................... 21
Hill Holder system .......................... 43Identification data – bodywork paint plate ................. 154
– chassis marking ........................ 154
– engine marking.......................... 155
Identification data – identification data plate.............. 154
Ignition switch ................................ 14 – Steering lock ............................. 15
Installing electrical/electronic devices ........................................ 49
Instrument panel ............................ 60
Interior fittings ................................ 33
Interiors (cleaning) .......................... 151Light clusters – front light clusters (changing a
bulb).......................................... 122
– rear light clusters (changing a bulb).......................................... 123
Lubricants (specifications) .............. 171
Luggage compartment / Bonnet .... 38
Luggage compartment – Opening .................................... 38
Luggage compartment roof light – bulb replacement ...................... 125
M
ain beam headlights .................. 27
– bulb replacement ...................... 122
Maintenance and care – heavy-duty use of the car .......... 138
– periodic checks ......................... 138
– scheduled servicing ................... 134
– scheduled servicing plan ........... 135
Manual climate control ................... 24
Menu options ................................. 64
Number plate lights
– bulb replacement ...................... 124O
ddments pocket......................... 34
On-board instruments – display....................................... 60
– engine coolant temperature indicator .................................... 62
– fuel level gauge ......................... 62
– On-board instruments ............... 60
– rev counter ................................ 62