2014 Alfa Romeo 4C light

ESSENTIAL INFORMATION!REFUELLING
Only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95, in compliance with the European specification EN228. In
particular, the 4C’s engine has been designed to comply with all emission limits while simultaneously guaranteeing minimal
consumption and maximum performance, using premium-quality unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) of 98 or higher. The use
of petrol that does not conform to the specification indicated may cause the
warning light to switch on and the irregular
operation of the engine.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Make sure that the handbrake is engaged. Press the brake pedal and, without pressing the accelerator, turn the ignition key to AVV;
release it as soon as the engine has started.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter develops high temperatures during operation. Do not park the car on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other
flammable material: fire hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The car is fitted with a system that carries out a continuous diagnosis of the emission-related components in order to help protect
the environment.
ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If, after purchasing the car, you want to install accessories that require an electrical supply (with the risk of gradually draining the
battery), contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership which will calculate the overall electrical consumption and check that the
car’s electrical system can support the required load.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance of the car is essential for ensuring that it maintains its performance and its safety features, its environmental
friendliness and low running costs for a long time to come.
THE OWNER HANDBOOK CONTAINS…
... important information, advice and warnings for correct use, driving safety and maintenance of your car over time. Special
attention must be paid to the symbols provided
(personal safety)
(environmental protection)
(car integrity).
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GRAPHICAL INDEX
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HEADLIGHTS
❒Bulb types ..........................................120
❒ Daytime running lights ......................... 27
❒ Side lights/dipped headlights .............. 27
❒ Main beam headlights ......................... 27
❒ Bulb replacement ................................118
WHEELS
❒Rims and tyres ....................................163
❒ Tyre pressure ......................................166
❒ Wheel repair .......................................115
DOOR MIRRORS
❒Adjustment ......................................... 18
❒ Folding ............................................... 18
DOORS
❒Central opening/closing ...................... 36
SCREEN WASHER / BRAKE FLUID
❒Checking levels ...................................139
WINDSCREEN WIPERS
❒Operation ........................................... 28
❒ Blade replacement ..............................148
TOW HOOK
❒Attachment .........................................130
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REAR LIGHTS
❒Bulb types ..........................................120
❒ Bulb replacement ................................118
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT /
BONNET
❒ Opening/closing .................................. 38
ENGINE
❒Checking levels ...................................139
❒ Technical data .....................................157
FUEL CAP
❒Opening/closing .................................. 56
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GRAPHICAL INDEX
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AIR VENTS
❒Climate control ................................... 19
LEFT STALK
❒Exterior lights ...................................... 26
INSTRUMENT PANEL
❒Control panel and instruments ............ 60
❒ Warning lights ..................................... 71
RIGHT STALK
❒Window cleaning ................................ 28
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG
❒Operation ........................................... 98
DASHBOARD CONTROLS
❒Rear fog lights .................................... 32
❒ Door locking ....................................... 34
❒ Door mirror demisting ......................... 26
HEATER/CLIMATE CONTROL
❒Climatic comfort ................................. 20
❒ Heating and ventilation ........................ 21
❒ Manual climate control ........................ 24
STEERING WHEEL
❒Adjustment ......................................... 17
❒ Driver side front airbag ........................ 97
CONTROL BUTTONS
❒Set-up menu ...................................... 62
❒ Menu options ...................................... 64
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SEATS
❒Lengthwise adjustment ....................... 15
❒ Backrest adjustment ........................... 16
ELECTRIC WINDOWS
❒Operation ........................................... 37
GEARBOX/TRANSMISSION
❒Using the gearbox/transmission ..........104
HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS
❒Operation ........................................... 32
ALFA DNA SYSTEM
❒Operation ........................................... 45
HANDBRAKE
❒Operation ...........................................103
POWER SOCKET / CIGAR
LIGHTER
❒ Power socket ..................................... 34
❒ Cigar lighter ........................................ 34
SEAT BELTS
❒Use ..................................................... 90
❒ Important information .......................... 90
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
In-depth knowledge of your new car
starts here.
The booklet that you are reading simply
and directly explains how it is made
and how it works.
That’s why we advise you to read it
seated comfortably on board, so that
you can see what is described here for
yourself.SYMBOLS ...................................... 10
ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEM ....... 10
THE KEYS....................................... 11
ALARM ........................................... 13
IGNITION SWITCH .......................... 14
SEATS ............................................ 15
STEERING WHEEL ......................... 17
REAR VIEW MIRRORS .................... 18
CLIMATE CONTROL ....................... 19
CLIMATIC COMFORT ..................... 20
HEATING AND VENTILATION.......... 21
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL........ 24
EXTERIOR LIGHTS ......................... 2
WINDOW CLEANING ...................... 28
CRUISE CONTROL ......................... 29
ROOF LIGHT................................... 31
CONTROLS .................................... 32
INTERIOR FITTINGS ....................... 33
DOORS ........................................... 36
ELECTRIC WINDOWS .................... 37
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT /
BONNET ......................................... 38
HEADLIGHTS.................................. 40
ESC (ELECTRONIC STABILITY
CONTROL) SYSTEM ....................... 41
“ALFA DNA” SYSTEM (DYNAMIC
CAR CONTROL SYSTEM)............... 45 EOBD SYSTEM (EUROPEAN ON
BOARD DIAGNOSIS) ...................... 48
RADIO SYSTEM .............................. 49
ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY
THE OWNER .................................. 49
PARKING SENSORS....................... 50
TPMS (TYRE PRESSURE
MONITORING SYSTEM) ................. 53
REFUELLING THE CAR .................. 56
PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT .............................. 57
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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
SYSTEM
IN BRIEF
This is an electronic engine locking
system which increases protection
against attempted thefts of the car. It
is automatically activated when the
ignition key is removed.
There is an electronic device in each
key which can identify the signal
emitted, when the engine is started,
from an aerial built into the ignition
switch. The signal, which changes
each time the engine is started, is the
“password”, by means of which the
control unit recognises the key and
enables starting.
1)
Operation
Each time the car is started by turning
the ignition key to MAR-ON, 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 by 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.
Irregular operation
If, during starting, the code is not
correctly recognised, the
digital
warning light switches on in the display.
In this case, turn the key to STOP and
then to MAR-ON; if it is still locked,
try again with the other keys that come
with the vehicle. If it is still not possible
to start the engine, contact the
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
Activation of warning
light while driving
❒ If the
digital warning light on the
display switches on, this means that
the system is running a self-diagnosis
(for example due to a voltage drop).
❒ If thedigital warning light remains
on, contact the dedicated Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
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IMPORTANT
1) The electronic components insidethe key may be damaged if the
key is subjected to sharp knocks.
In order to ensure complete
efficiency of the electronic
devices inside the key, it should
never be exposed to direct
sunlight.
THE KEYSKEY WITHOUT REMOTE
CONTROL
Operation
The metal insert A fig. 5 operates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒ the door lock.
KEY WITH REMOTE
CONTROL
Operation
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The metal insert A fig. 6 operates:
❒ the ignition switch;
❒ the door lock.
Press button B to open/close the metal
insert.
1)
Door unlocking
Briefly press button
: unlocking of
doors, timed switching on of internal
roof light and double flashing of
direction indicators (for versions/
markets, where provided).
The doors are unlocked automatically if
the fuel cut-off system intervenes.
If when locking the doors, one or more
doors are not closed correctly, the
LED flashes quickly together with the
direction indicators.
Door locking
Briefly press button: locking of
doors, switching off of internal roof light
and single flashing of direction
indicators (for versions/markets, where
provided).
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