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Speed limit exceeded (red)(for versions/markets, where provided)
This warning light (for versions/markets, where provided) comes on
when the vehicle speed exceeds 120 km/h.
When the car exceeds the speed limit set in the Set-up Menu (e.g. 120
km/h), on some versions a message and a symbol are shown in the
display and an acoustic signal is activated.General failure (amber)(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on in the circumstances indicated below.
In these circumstances, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as
soon as possible to eliminate the fault.
Exterior lights faultSee description for the
warning light.
Brake lights failureSee description for “Brake lights failure”.Fuel cut-offThis warning light comes on when the fuel cut-off inertia switch is
triggered. The display shows the dedicated message.
Start&Stop failure(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light comes on when a failure is detected in the
Start&Stop system.Rain sensor failure(for versions/markets, where provided)
See the description for the
warning light.
Parking sensor failure(for versions/markets, where provided)
See the description for the
warning light.
Dusk sensor failure(for versions/markets, where provided)
This warning light comes on when a dusk sensor failure is detected.Engine oil pressure sensor failureThe warning light turns on when failure is detected in the engine oil
pressure sensor. The display shows the dedicated message.
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Rear fog light (amber)
The warning light switches on when the rear fog light is switched on.
Front fog lights (green)
The warning light switches on when the fog lights are switched on.
Side lights (green)
This warning light comes on when the side lights are turned on.Follow me home (green)The warning light switches on (together with a message shown on the
display) when this device is in use (see “Follow me home device”
paragraph in this section).2
Dipped headlights (green)
The warning light switches on when the dipped headlights are
switched on.
Main beam headlights (blue)
The warning light switches on when the main beam headlights are
switched on.
Left direction indicator
(green)
This warning light comes on when the direction indicator control lever
is moved downwards and when the hazard warning light button is
pressed.
Right direction indicator
(green)
The warning light switches on when the direction indicator stalk is
moved upwards or when the hazard warning light button is pressed.
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Luggage compartment open
On some versions a message + symbol on the display are shown when
the luggage compartment is open.
Bonnet open
On some versions a message + symbol on the display are shown when
the bonnet is open.
Possible presence of ice on the
road
On versions equipped with “Reconfigurable multifunction display”, a
message + symbol will appear on the display when the outdoor
temperature falls to or below 3°C.
On versions with “Multifunction display” only the dedicated message is
shown.
IMPORTANT In the event of outdoor temperature sensor failure, dashes
are shown on the display instead of the value.
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Fuel cut-off
On some versions the display will show a message + symbol if the fuel
cut-off intervenes.
For the fuel cut-off system reactivation procedure see paragraph “Fuel
cut-off system” in this section.
Exterior lights failure
On some versions, the display will show a message + symbol if a fault
is detected in one of the following lights:
❒daytime running lights (DRL)
❒side lights
❒direction indicators
❒rear fog lights
❒number plate lights.
The failure relating to these lights could be: one or more blown bulbs,
a blown protection fuse or a break in the electrical connection.

Brake light failure
On some versions the display will show a message + symbol if a fault
is detected in the brake lights.
The fault may be caused by a blown bulb, a blown protection fuse or
an interruption of the electric connection.
Dusk sensor failure(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions the display will show a message + symbol if there is
a fault in the dusk sensor.Rain sensor failure(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions the display will show a message + symbol if there is
a fault in the rain sensor.
Parking sensor failure(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions the display will show a message + symbol if there is
a fault in the parking sensors.Dynamic Suspension failure
(active shock absorber system)(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions, a message + symbol are displayed in the event of
active shock absorber system failure.
In this case, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services as soon as
possible.
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❒SERVICE
❒AIRBAG/PASSENGER BAG
❒DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
❒COURTESY LIGHTS
❒MENU EXIT
NoteOn cars equipped with radio navigator systems (for versions/
markets, where provided), some menu items are shown on the
navigator display.Selecting an option from the main
menu without a submenu:❒briefly press the MENU ESC button to select the main menu option
you wish to modify;
❒press the "+" or "–" buttons (with single presses) to select the new
setting;
❒a short press on button MENU ESC will store the setting and then
return to the same main menu option that was first selected.
Selecting an option from the main
menu with a submenu:❒a short press on MENU ESC button will display the first submenu
option;
❒press the "+" or "–" buttons (with single presses) to scroll through all
the submenu options;
❒a short press on MENU ESC button will select the displayed
submenu option and enter the associated setting menu;
❒press the "+" or "–" buttons (with single presses) to select the new
setting for this submenu option;
❒a short press on button MENU ESC will store the setting and then
return to the same submenu option that was first selected.
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MENU ITEMSMenuThis option allows you to access the Setup Menu. Press the "+" or "-"
button to select the various Menu options. Hold down the MENU
ESC button to return to the standard screen.Speed Beep (Speed limit)This function may be used to set the car speed limit (km/h or mph);
when this limit is exceeded the driver is alerted.
To set the desired speed limit, proceed as follows:
❒briefly press the MENU ESC button to make the display show the
words (Speed Beep);
❒press the "-" or "+" button to select speed limit activation (On) or
deactivation (Off);
❒when the function is activated (On), press the "+" or "-" buttons to
select the desired speed limit and press MENU ESC to confirm the
choice.
IMPORTANT Setting is possible between 30 and 200 km/h, or 20 and
125 mph, according to the previously set unit. See the "Measurement
unit (Measurement unit adjustment)" paragraph described below.
The setting will increase/decrease by 5 units each time the +/- button
is pressed. Hold down the +/- button for fast automatic increase/
decrease. Complete the setting by with single presses of the button
when you approach the required value.
❒Press the MENU ESC button briefly to return to the menu screen or
hold the button down to return to the standard screen without
storing.To cancel the setting proceed as follows:
❒briefly press MENU ESC: (On) will flash on the display;
❒press the - button to make the display flash (Off);
❒press the MENU ESC button briefly to return to the menu screen or
hold the button down to return to the standard screen without
storing.
Headlight sensor (Automatic
headlight/dusk sensor sensitivity
adjustment)(for versions/markets, where provided)
This function enables the headlights to come on or go off depending on
external lighting conditions.
The dusk sensor sensitivity can be adjusted according to 3 levels (level
1= minimum sensitivity, level 2= average sensitivity, level 3= maximum
sensitivity).
The higher the sensitivity set, the lesser is the external light variation
needed to switch the lights on (e.g. with a setting on level 3 at sunset
the headlights come on in advance in relation to levels 1 and 2).
Proceed as follows to set the desired adjustment:
❒press the MENU ESC button briefly to make the display flash the
previously stored level;
❒press the + or - button to select;
❒briefly press the MENU ESC button to return to the menu screen or
hold it down to return to the standard screen without storing.
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Daytime running lights (DRL)With this function is possible to turn the daytime running lights on and
off.
Proceed as follows to activate or deactivate this function:
❒press the MENU ESC button briefly to display a submenu;
❒press the MENU ESC button briefly, the display will flash "On" or
"Off" depending on the previous setting;
❒press the + or - button to select;
❒press the MENU ESC button briefly to go back to the submenu
screen or hold the button down to go back to the main menu screen
without storing;
❒hold the MENU ESC button down again to go back to the standard
screen or to the main menu according to the position in the menu.
Courtesy lights (Activation/
deactivation of “Greeting lights”)(for versions/markets, where provided)
With this function it is possible to turn on the side lights, the number
plate lights and the ceiling lights for approximately 25 seconds when
the doors or boot are opened using the remote control, with the
following exceptions:
❒interruption after 5 seconds from when the door closes
❒interruption after locking using the remote control
❒interruption after a lock or other action using the remote control
Proceed as follows to switch the function on and off:
❒press the MENU ESC button briefly, the display will flash "On" or
"Off" depending on the previous setting;
❒press the + or - button to select;
❒press the MENU ESC button briefly to return to the menu screen or
hold the button down to return to the standard screen without
storing.Menu exitThis is the last function that closes the cycle of settings listed in the
menu screen.
Briefly press MENU ESC to go back to the standard screen without
saving. Press the - button to return to the first menu option.
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KEY WITHOUT REMOTE CONTROLThe metal insert A fig. 13 operates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒the door lock.KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL(for versions/markets, where provided)
The metal insert A fig. 14 operates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒the door lock.
Press button B to open/close the metal insert.
Press button B fig. 14 only with the key away from your
body, especially your eyes and from objects which could
get damaged (e.g. your clothes). Do not leave the key
unattended to avoid the button being accidentally pressed while it is
being handled, e.g. by a child.
Unlocking the doors and the tailgate
Briefly press button
: for unlocking of doors and luggage
compartment, timed switching-on of internal roof lights and double
flashing of direction indicators (for versions/markets, where provided).
The doors are unlocked automatically if the fuel cut-off system
intervenes.
Once the doors are locked, if one or more doors or the boot are not
closed correctly, the LED and direction indicators start flashing quickly.
fig. 13
A0J0211
fig. 14
A0J0072
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