2013 Alfa Romeo MiTo Owner handbook (in English)

Average speed
This shows the average car speed as a function of the overall time
elapsed since the start of the new journey.
Trip time
The time elapsed since the start of a new journey.Indications on displayEach time a value is displayed, the following information is shown:
❒animated icon in the upper part fig. 9;
❒the word “Trip” (or “Trip A” or “Trip B”) (B);
❒the name, value and unit of measurement of the selected parameter
(e.g. “Range 1500 km”) (C).
After a few seconds the name and value of the selected parameter are
replaced by an icon fig. 10.The icons relating to the various parameters are the following:
❒
"Range";
❒
"Average consumption A” (if Trip A is active, or “B” if Trip B is
active);
❒
"Distance" (if Trip A is active, or “B” if Trip B is
active);
❒
"Instantaneous consumption";
❒"Average speed A” (if Trip A is active, or “B” if Trip B is
active);
❒"Trip time" (if Trip A is active, or “B” if Trip B is active);
fig. 9
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fig. 10
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TRIP button 0.00The TRIP 0.00 button is located on the right hand stalk fig. 11. With
the ignition key turned to MAR-ON, this button allows you to view the
previously described values and also set them to zero to begin a
new mission:
❒short press: display various values;
❒long press: values reset and start of a new mission.New missionThis begins after a reset:
❒“manual” resetting by the user, by pressing the relevant button;
❒“automatic” resetting, when the “trip distance” reaches 99999.9 km
or when the “Travel time” reaches 999:59 (999 hours and 59
minutes);
❒after disconnection/reconnection of the battery.IMPORTANT The reset operation when “Trip A” details are being
displayed only resets the information associated with this function.
IMPORTANT The reset operation when “Trip B” details are being
displayed resets only the information associated with this function.
Start of journey procedureWith the ignition key at MAR-ON, reset by pressing the TRIP 0.00
button and holding it down for more than 2 seconds.Trip ExitThe Trip function ends automatically once all the values have been
displayed. You can exit manually by holding the MENU ESC button
down for more than 1 second.
fig. 11
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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
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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
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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
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Deactivating the device
The device deactivates automatically when:
❒the key insert is turned to opening position in the driver side door;
❒the
button is pressed on the remote control;
❒the ignition key is turned to MAR.
Once the safe lock device is engaged it is impossible to
open the doors from inside the car. Before engaging
the device, check that there is no one left on board. If
the remote control battery is flat, the device can only be
deactivated by using the metal insert in one of the door locks.
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