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POWER SOCKETThis is located on the left side of the luggage compartment fig. 58. It
only operates with the ignition key at MAR.
IMPORTANT Do not connect devices with power higher than 180 W to
the socket. Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable adaptors.CIGAR LIGHTERThis is located on the central tunnel. Press button A fig. 59 to activate
the cigar lighter.
After a few seconds the button automatically returns to its initial
position, and the cigarette lighter is ready for use.IMPORTANT Always check that the cigar lighter is switched off.
IMPORTANT Do not connect devices with power higher than 180 W to
the socket. Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable adaptors.
The cigar lighter gets very hot. Handle it carefully and
make sure that children don’t use it: risk of fire
and/or burns.
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ASHTRAYThe ashtray is a removable spring-loaded plastic box that can be fitted
into the cup/can holders on the central tunnel fig. 60
Do not use the ashtray as a waste paper basket: it
may catch fire in contact with cigarette stubs.
SUN VISORSThese are located at the sides of the interior rear view mirror. They can
be adjusted forwards and sideways.
A courtesy mirror with roof light is fitted on the back of the visors. The
light allows the mirror to be used even in poor visibility conditions.
Lift cover A fig. 61 to access the mirror.
EXTINGUISHER(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is located under the front passenger seat fig. 62.
NoteOn some versions, the extinguisher is located on the right side
of the luggage compartment inside a suitable container.
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ELECTRIC SUN ROOF(for versions/markets, where provided)
The sun roof comprises two glass panels; the front one is mobile and
the rear one fixed. These feature two sun blinds (front and rear) that
can be moved manually.
With the roof closed, the blinds can be placed in any position.OPERATIONThe sun roof can be operated only with the ignition key turned to MAR.
The controls A and B fig. 63 on the trim next to the front courtesy light
operate the sun roof opening/closing functions.
Roof opening
Press and hold down button A fig. 63. The front glass panel will move
into the spoiler position. Press button A again and keep it pressed
for more than half a second to automatically move the sun roof to an
intermediate position (“Comfort” position).If button A is pressed again for more than half a second, the roof will
automatically continue until it reaches end of travel position. The front
glass panel can be stopped in an intermediate position by pressing
button A again.
Do not open the sunroof if there is snow or ice on it: you
may damage it.When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from
the ignition to avoid the risk of injury to those still
inside the car due to accidental operation of the
sunroof. Improper use of the roof can be dangerous. Before
operation, always check that no-one is at risk of being injured by
the moving sun roof or by objects getting caught and dragged
by it.
Closing the sun roof
With the roof in the fully open position, press button B fig. 63 and, if
the button is operated for more than half a second, the front roof glass
will automatically assume the intermediate position (comfort position).
If the button is operated again for about half a second the roof will
assume the spoiler position. Lastly, if closing button B is pressed again,
the roof will move to completely closed position.
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The restoration procedure must be performed as described below with
the doors closed:
❒completely open the driver's door window, holding the operating
button down for at least three seconds after the (lower) end of travel
position;
❒completely raise the driver side window and hold the button down
for at least 3 seconds once the (upper) end of travel position has
been reached;
❒proceed in the same way as described in points 1 and 2 for the
passenger side door;
❒make sure that the initialisation is correct by checking that the
windows work automatically.
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENTThe luggage compartment is unlocked electrically and cannot be
unlocked when the car is in motion.OPENINGWhen unlocked, the boot can be opened from outside the car by
pressing the electric logo fig. 70 until a click is heard which indicates
unlocking or by pressing the
button on the remote control.
The direction indicators will flash twice and an internal light will switch
on when the luggage compartment is opened: the light switches off
automatically when the luggage compartment is closed. The light
switches off automatically after a few minutes if the luggage
compartment is left open.
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SECURING YOUR LOADThe luggage compartment contains two attachments A fig. 77 for the
cables that secure the load transported and another two attachments
are located on the rear crossmember B.IMPORTANT Every attachment has a maximum load capacity of
100 kg.
A heavy load that has not been secured may cause
serious injuries in the event of an accident.If you are travelling in an area with limited
opportunities for refuelling and you wish to bring
petrol with you in a petrol can, you must do so
in compliance with current regulations and using an approved
can, appropriately secured to the load securing attachments.
However, by doing so, you still increase the risk of fire in
the event of an accident.
BAG HOOKSThere are also bag hooks inside the luggage compartment.LUGGAGE RETAINING NET(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is useful for correctly arranging the load and/or for transporting
light materials. The luggage retaining net is available from
Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo.
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HEADLIGHTSLIGHT BEAM DIRECTIONThe correct orientation of the headlights is important for the driver's
comfort and safety as well as for all other road users. This is also
covered by a specific rule of the highway code.
The headlights must be correctly aligned to ensure the best visibility
conditions for yourself and others when driving with lights on. To check
and, if necessary, adjust, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.HEADLIGHT ALIGNMENT CORRECTORThis device works with the ignition key in the MAR position and the
dipped headlights on.
Headlight alignment adjustment
To adjust, press the
and
fig. 81 buttons. The adjustment
position is shown on the display.
Position 0
one or two people in the front seats.
Position 1
4 people.
Position 2
4 people + load in luggage compartment.
Position 3
driver + maximum permitted load stowed in the luggage
compartment.
IMPORTANT Check the alignment every time that the load carried
changes.
IMPORTANT If the car is equipped with Bixenon headlights, the
headlight alignment is controlled electronically, as a consequence the
and
buttons are not present.
FOG LIGHT ALIGNMENT(for versions/markets, where provided)
To check and, if necessary, adjust, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services.ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHTS ABROADThe dipped headlights are aligned to comply with the regulations of
the country of purchase. When travelling in countries with opposite
driving direction, to avoid dazzling the drivers on the other side of the
road, you need to cover areas of the headlight according to the
Highway code of the country you are travelling in.
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ABS SYSTEMThe car is fitted with an ABS braking system, which prevents the wheels
from locking when braking, makes the most of road grip and gives
the best control when performing emergency braking under difficult
road conditions.
The EBD system (Electronic Braking Force Distribution) completes the
system allowing the brake force to be distributed between the front and
rear wheels.
IMPORTANT To obtain the maximum efficiency of the braking system,
a bedding-in period of about 500 km is needed: during this period
it is better to avoid sharp, repeated and prolonged braking.
SYSTEM INTERVENTIONIt can be detected because the brake pedal pulsates slightly and the
system gets noisier: it means that the car speed should be altered
to suit the type of road surface.
If the ABS system intervenes, this indicates that the
traction of the tyres on the road is nearing its limit.
Slow down to a speed compatible with the available
traction.The ABS gets the most from the available grip, but it
cannot improve it; you should therefore take every
care when driving on slippery surfaces and not take
unnecessary risks.When the ABS cuts in and you feel the brake pedal
pulsating, do not remove your foot, but keep the pedal
pushed down; in doing so you, will stop in the
shortest distance possible under the road conditions at the time.
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ESC (Electronic Stability
Control) SYSTEMThis is an electronic system controlling car stability in the event of tyre
grip loss, helping to maintain directional control.
The system is capable of recognising potentially dangerous situations
in terms of the stability and intervenes automatically on the brakes in a
differentiated manner for the four wheels in order to provide a
stabilising torque.
The ESC system also includes the following systems:
❒Hill Holder
❒ASR
❒Brake Assist
❒MSR
❒CBC
❒“ELECTRONIC Q2” (“E-Q2”)
❒DST
❒RABSYSTEM ACTIVATIONThe ESC system switches on automatically when the engine is started
and cannot be switched off.SYSTEM INTERVENTIONIt is signalled by the flashing of theESCwarning light on the
instrument panel, to inform the driver that the car is in critical stability
and grip conditions.
HILL HOLDER SYSTEMThis system is an integral part of the ESC system and facilitates starting
on slopes.
It is automatically activated in the following conditions:
❒uphill: vehicle stationary on a road with a gradient higher than 5%,
engine running, brake pedal pressed and gearbox in neutral or
gear (other than reverse) engaged;
❒downhill: vehicle stationary on a road with a gradient higher than
5%, engine running, brake pedal pressed and reverse gear
engaged.
When setting off the ESC system control unit maintains the braking
pressure at the wheels until the engine torque required for departure is
reached or for approximately 2 seconds, allowing your right foot to
be moved easily from the brake pedal to the accelerator.
If the vehicle has not departed after this time, the system will deactivate
automatically by gradually releasing the brake force. A sound may
be heard during this stage: this indicates that the vehicle is about
to move off.
IMPORTANT The Hill Holder system is not a handbrake. Do not leave
the vehicle without having engaged the handbrake, switched off the
engine and engaged a gear.
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