2013 Alfa Romeo MiTo service

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.

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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Belt reminder (Reactivation of SBR
buzzer)(for versions/markets, where provided)
This function can only be displayed after Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services have deactivated the SBR system (see "SBR system" in the
"Safety" chapter).Service (Scheduled servicing)With this function it is possible to view information on servicing
deadlines depending on kilometres travelled or daily intervals.
With the Service function it is also possible to view the interval (in
kilometres or miles) before the next engine oil change is due.
To consult this information, proceed as follows:
❒briefly press the MENU ESC button, which makes the display show
the service interval in km or mi according to the previous setting
(see "Distance units of measurement" paragraph);
❒press the MENU ESC button briefly to return to the menu screen or
hold the button down to return to the standard screen.IMPORTANT According to the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”, the car must
be serviced every 30,000 km (petrol versions) or 35,000 km (diesel
versions). This message is displayed automatically when the key is
turned to MAR-ON, starting at 2,000 km (or equivalent value in miles)
from when the next service is due and reappearing every 200 km (or
equivalent value in miles). Below 200 km servicing indications are
more frequent. The display will be in km or mi depending on the
measurement unit settings. When the next scheduled service is
approaching and the key is turned to MAR-ON, the word Service will
appear on the display, followed by the number of kilometres or miles
left. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services where the "Scheduled
Servicing Plan" operations will be performed and the message will be
reset.
Airbag/Passenger bag
(Activation/deactivation front
passenger side bag and Side bag for
chest/pelvis protection)This function is used to activate/deactivate the passenger side air bag.
Proceed as follows:
❒press the MENU ESC button and, after the message Bag pass: Off
(to deactivate) or Bag pass: On (to activate) is displayed by pressing
buttons + or -, press the MENU ESC button again;
❒a confirmation request message will appear on the display;
❒by pressing the + or - buttons select (Yes) (to confirm the activation/
deactivation) or (No) (to cancel);
❒press the MENU ESC button briefly, a message confirming the
selection will be displayed and you will return to the menu screen or
hold the button down to return to the standard screen without
storing.
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SYMBOLSSome car components have coloured labels whose symbols indicate
precautions to be observed when using this component. Under the
bonnet there is also a label that summarises all the symbols.
ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEMTo further protect your car from theft, it has been fitted with an engine
immobilising system. It is automatically activated when the ignition
key is removed.
Each key contains an electronic device which modulates the signal
emitted during ignition by an antenna built into the ignition device. The
modulated signal, which changes each time the engine is started, is
the “password”, by means of which the control unit recognises the key
and enables to start the engine.OPERATIONEach time the car is started by turning the ignition key to MAR, the
Alfa Romeo CODE system control unit sends an acknowledgement
code to the engine management control unit to deactivate the inhibitor.
The code is sent only if the Alfa Romeo CODE system control unit has
recognised the code transmitted from the key.
Each time the ignition key is turned to STOP, the Alfa Romeo CODE
system deactivates the functions of the engine management control
unit. If, during starting, the code is not correctly recognised, the
warning light switches on in the instrument panel.
In this case, turn the key to STOP and then to MAR; if it is still locked,
try again with the other keys that come with the vehicle. If you are
still unable to start the engine contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
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Activation of warning light while driving
❒If the
warning light switches on, this means that the system is
running a self-diagnosis (for example due to a voltage drop).
❒If thewarning light remains on, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services.The electronic components inside the key may be damaged
if the key is subjected to strong shocks.
THE KEYSCODE CARD(for versions/markets, where provided)
The CODE card fig. 12 is provided with the keys and bears the
following:
❒A - electronic code;
❒B - mechanical code.
Keep the codes in a safe place, not in the car.
fig. 12
A0J0212
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Locking the doors and the tailgate
Briefly press button
: for locking of doors and luggage
compartment, with switching-off of roof light and single flashing of
direction indicators (for versions/markets, where provided).
If one or more doors are open, the doors will not be locked. This is
indicated by a rapid flashing of the direction indicators (for
versions/markets, where provided). If the luggage compartment is
open, the doors will, however, be locked.
When a speed of over 20 km/h is reached, the doors are
automatically locked if this specific function has been set (only on
versions with multifunction reconfigurable display).
When the doors are locked, LED A fig. 15 switches on for a few
seconds after which it starts to flash (deterrent function).
When the doors are locked from inside the car (by pressing the
button) the LED will remain on constantly.Opening the luggage compartment
Press the
button to open the luggage compartment remotely. The
direction indicators will flash twice to indicate that the boot has been
opened.
REQUESTING ADDITIONAL REMOTE
CONTROLSThe system can recognise up to 8 remote controls. If you need to
request a new remote control, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services,
taking the CODE Card (for versions/markets, where provided), an
identity document and documents proving ownership of the car with
you.
fig. 15
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REPLACING THE BATTERY IN THE KEY
WITH REMOTE CONTROLProceed as follows:
❒press button A fig. 16 and move the metal insert B to opening
position; turn screw C to
using a fine bit screwdriver;
❒remove battery compartment D and replace battery E respecting the
polarity; reinsert compartment D in the key and secure it by turning
screw C to
.
Used batteries are harmful to the environment. They must
be disposed of as specified by law in special containers
or taken to Alfa Romeo Authorized Services, which will
take care of their disposal.
SAFE LOCK DEVICE(for versions/markets, where provided)
This safety device inhibits the operation of the interior door handles
and the door locking/unlocking button.
We recommend that you activate this device each time you park the
car.
Activating the device
The device is enabled on all the doors by pressing the
button on the
key twice quickly.
The direction indicators flash 3 times and LED A fig. 17 flashes to
indicate that the device has been activated. The device does not switch
on if one or more doors are not properly shut.
fig. 16
A0J0073
fig. 17
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