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EBD failure
The simultaneous switching on of the
(red) and
(amber)
warning lights with the engine on, indicates either a failure of the EBD
system or that the system is not available. In this case, the rear wheels
may suddenly lock and the vehicle may swerve when braking sharply.
Drive with extreme caution straight to the nearest Alfa Romeo
Authorized Services to have the system checked.
The display will show the dedicated message.
ABS FAILURE (amber)
Turning the key to the MAR position illuminates the warning light, but it
should switch off after a few seconds.
The warning light (or symbol on the display) lights up when the system
is inefficient. Under these circumstances the braking system will work
as normal without the extra performance offered by the ABS system.
Drive with caution and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as
soon as possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
Brake pad wear (amber)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light (or symbol on the display) switches on when the
front and rear brake pads are worn. In this situation, replace as soon
as possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
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Seat belts not fastened (red)(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light remains on steadily with the car at stationary and
the driver's seat belt not correctly fastened.
The warning light will flash and a buzzer will sound if the vehicle is in
motion and the front seat belts are not correctly fastened.
Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services if you wish to permanently
deactivate the SBR (Seat Belt Reminder) system buzzer. The system can
be reactivated using the Set-up Menu.Low battery charge (red)(for versions/markets, where provided)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning light switches on
but should switch off as soon as the engine is started (with the engine
idling, a brief delay is acceptable).
Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services if the warning light (or
symbol on the display) remains on or flashes.
Electric power steering failure
(red)
This warning light switches on when the ignition key is turned to MAR,
but it should switch off after a few seconds.
If the warning light (or symbol on the display) stays on, you will not
have steering assistance and the effort required to operate the steering
wheel will be significantly increased; steering is, however, possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
In this case, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.
Start&Stop system
deactivation (amber)
The warning light switches on when the Start&Stop system is
deactivated by pressing the button on the auxiliary control panel next
to the steering wheel.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
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Tyre pressure low(for versions/markets, where provided)
This warning light (or symbol on the display) switches on (on some
versions together with a message on the display) (together with an
acoustic signal) if the pressure in one or more tyres drops below a
preset threshold.
In this way the TPMS warns the driver that one or more tyres may be
dangerously flat and liable to puncture.
IMPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or more flat tyres as
handling may be compromised. Stop the car, avoiding sharp braking
and steering. Replace the wheel immediately with the space-saver
wheel (for versions/markets, where provided) or carry out an
immediate repair using the dedicated kit (see “Changing a wheel” in
the “In an emergency” section) and contact Alfa Romeo Authorised
Services as soon as possible.TPMS failure
This warning light (or symbol on the display) switches on (on some
versions together with a message on the display) when a TPMS fault is
detected.
In this case, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services 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.
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Check tyre pressure
This warning light (or symbol in the display) switches on (on some
versions together with a message in the display) to indicate that the
tyre pressure is below the value recommended to guarantee long tyre
life and low fuel consumption. It may also indicate a slow loss of
pressure.
Should two or more tyres be in the condition mentioned above, the
display will show the indications corresponding to each tyre in
sequence.
Under these circumstances you should restore the correct pressure
values (see "Technical specifications" section).
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Start&Stop system
activation/deactivation(for versions/markets, where provided)
Start&Stop system fault
Start&Stop system activation
A message will appear on the display when the Start&Stop system is
activated.
The LED on the
button (on the trim next to the steering wheel) is off
in this condition (see “Start&Stop” paragraph in this section).
Turning the Start&Stop off
❒Versions with reconfigurable multifunction display: a message
appears on the display when the Start&Stop system is deactivated.
❒Versions with reconfigurable multifunction display: the
symbol
and a message appear on the display when the Start&Stop system
is deactivated.
The LED on the
button is on when the system is deactivated.
Start&Stop system fault
If the Start&Stop system is faulty the
(versions with multifunction
display) or
(versions with reconfigurable multifunction display)
symbol flashes on the display.
For versions/markets where provided, a warning message is also
displayed.
In this case, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
IGNITION DEVICEThe key can be turned to three different positions fig. 19:
❒STOP: engine off, key can be removed, steering column locked.
Some electrical devices (e.g. car radio, central door locking system,
alarm, etc.) are enabled;
❒MAR: driving position. All electrical devices are enabled;
❒AVV: engine start-up.
The ignition switch is fitted with a safety system that requires the
ignition key to be turned back to STOP if the engine does not start,
before the starting operation can be repeated.
If the ignition switch is tampered with (e.g.: attempted
theft), have it checked over by Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services before driving again.
Always remove the key when you leave the car to
prevent someone from accidentally operating the
controls. Remember to engage the handbrake. Engage
1
stgear if the car is parked uphill or reverse if the car is parked
downhill. Never leave children unattended in the car.
STEERING LOCKEngagement
When the key is at STOP, remove the key and turn the steering wheel
until it locks.
Disengagement
Move the steering wheel slightly and turn the ignition key to MAR.
It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any after-market
operation involving steering system or steering column
modifications (e.g.: installation of anti-theft device)
that could badly affect performance and safety, invalidate the
warranty and also result in non-compliance of the car with
type-approval requirements.Never remove the key while the car is moving. The
steering wheel will lock as soon as it is turned. This
holds true for cars being towed as well.
fig. 19
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SEATSFRONT SEATS
All adjustments must be made with the car stationary.
Lengthwise adjustment
Lift the lever A fig. 20 and push the seat forwards or backwards: in
driving position your arms should rest on the rim of the steering
wheel.
After releasing the adjustment lever, always check that
the seat is locked on the guides by trying to move it
back and forth. If the seat is not locked into place,
it may unexpectedly slide and cause the driver to lose control of
the car.
Height adjustment
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Move lever B fig. 20 up or down until the desired height is achieved.
IMPORTANT Carry out the adjustment whilst seated in the driver's seat.
Backrest angle adjustment
Turn knob C fig. 20 until the desired position is reached.
For maximum safety, keep the back of your seat
upright, lean back into it and make sure the seat belt
fits closely across your chest and pelvis.
fig. 20
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SPORTS CONFIGURATION FRONT
SEATS(for versions/markets, where provided)
Lengthwise adjustment
Lift the lever A fig. 22 and push the seat forwards or backwards: in
driving position your arms should rest on the rim of the steering wheel.
Backrest angle adjustment
Turn knob B fig. 22 until the desired position is reached.
Backrest folding
To access the rear seats, pull handle C upwards (located behind the
backrest) fig. 22. Then release the lever and, pushing on the backrest,
slide the seat forward.REAR SEATOn versions with sports configuration front seats, the rear seat is
available with an integral or split seat and is only 2-seater.EASY ENTRYThis function allows easy access to the rear seats.
To access the rear seats, raise handle E and move the seat’s backrest
forwards: the seat moves forwards automatically.
Bringing the backrest back to its normal position will move the seat
back to its initial position.If the backrest encounters an obstacle when moving back (e.g. the
knees of the passenger in the back seat), the seat will stop, move
forwards by a few centimetres and then stop in this position.
fig. 22
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