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Opening/closing
mechanism initialisation
If the battery is disconnected or the
protection fuse blows, the door
opening/closing mechanism must be
initialised as follows:
❒close all the doors;
❒press the
button on the key or the
button on the dashboard;
❒press the
button on the key or the
button on the dashboard.
IMPORTANT
4) Always use this device when
carrying children.
5) After engaging the device on both
rear doors, check for proper
engagement by trying to open a
rear door with the internal handle.6) If the child lock was engaged and
the previously described locking
procedure carried out, operating
the internal opening handle will
not open the door, just the
realignment of the lock knob. To
open the door, pull the external
handle. The door central
locking/unlocking button
is not
disabled by the engagement of
the emergency lock.
ELECTRIC WINDOWSThese operate when the ignition key is
turned to MAR-ON and for about 3
minutes after turning the key to STOP
or removing it if one of the front doors is
open.
The buttons are located in the door
panel trim fig. 62 (the driver side door
panel can be used to operate all the
windows).
An anti-pinch device operates when the
front and rear windows are raised.
23)
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The anti-crush safety function is active
both during the manual and the
automatic operation of the window.
When the anti-crush system is
activated, the window travel is
immediately interrupted and then
reversed. The window cannot
be operated in any way during this
time.
IMPORTANT If the anti-crush protection
intervenes 5 consecutive times within
a minute or is faulty, the automatic
closing operation of the window
is inhibited, only allowing it in steps of
half a second with the button released
for the subsequent manoeuvre.
In order to restore the correct operation
of the system, the relevant window
must be lowered.
IMPORTANT With ignition key at STOP
or removed, the electric windows
remain active for about 3 minutes and
are deactivated when a door is opened.
IMPORTANT With the anti-crush
system, when the
button on the
remote control is pressed for longer
than 2 seconds the windows will open,
whilst if the
button is pressed for
longer than 2 seconds the windows will
close.
IMPORTANT
7) The system conforms to the
2000/4/EC standard concerning
the safety of passengers leaning
out of the passenger
compartment.
WARNING
23) Incorrect use of the electric
windows may be dangerous.
Before and during their operation,
ensure that any passengers are
not at risk from the moving glass
either by personal objects getting
caught in the mechanism or by
being hit by it directly. When
leaving the car, always remove
the key from the ignition to
prevent accidental operation of
the electric windows from being a
hazard for those still on board.
Electric window system
initialisation
The system must be re-initialised after
disconnecting the battery or if the
relevant protection fuse is blown.
Initialisation procedure:
❒fully close the window to initialise
manually;
❒after the window has reached the
upper end of travel, hold the up
button pressed for at least one
second.
For versions/markets where provided,
after there has been no power supply
for the control units (battery replaced or
disconnected or protection fuses for
the electric window control units
replaced), the automatic operation of
the windows must be restored.
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CLOSING
Lower the tailgate, pressing near the
lock until you hear it click into place.
There are handles A fig. 65 inside
the tailgate to allow it to be closed more
easily.
IMPORTANT Before closing the
luggage compartment make sure that
you have the keys since the luggage
compartment is automatically locked.
LUGGAGE
COMPARTMENT
INITIALISATION
IMPORTANT If the battery is
disconnected or the protection fuse
blows, the luggage compartment
opening/closing mechanism must be
initialised as follows:
❒close all the doors and the luggage
compartment;❒Press button
on the key;
❒Press buttonon the key.
EXTENDING THE
LUGGAGE
COMPARTMENT
The luggage compartment can be
partially (1/3 or 2/3) or totally extended
by splitting the rear seat.
See the descriptions in “Removing the
parcel shelf” and “Folding back the
seats” paragraphs for how to expand
the luggage compartment.
Removing the parcel
shelf
Proceed as follows:
❒free the ends of the two parcel shelf
B mounting links A fig. 66 by
removing the eyelets C from the
mounting pins;
❒free the pins A fig. 67 outside the
shelf then remove the parcel shelf
B sliding it outwards.
❒after removal, the parcel shelf can be
loaded sideways into the luggage
compartment or placed between the
front seat backrests and the
folded-back rear seat cushions (with
the luggage compartment completely
expanded).
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Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
amberExterior lights failure
The warning light switches on when a fault is
detected on one of the following lights:
❒daytime running lights (DRL)
❒side lights
❒direction indicators
❒rear fog lights
❒number plate lights
The fault relating to these lights may be caused
by: one or more blown fuses, one or more blown
bulbs or a broken electrical connection.Check, and if necessary replace the fuses
involved, in accordance with the "Fuse
replacement" paragraph, in chapter "In an
emergency". If this does not resolve the fault,
check, and if necessary replace, the bulbs
involved, in accordance with the "External bulb
replacement" paragraph, in chapter "In an
emergency".
Should this operation also fail to resolve the fault,
contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership, for a
comprehensive check of the electrical system.amberREAR FOG LIGHTS
This warning light comes on when the rear fog
lights are switched on.
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SYMBOLS AND MESSAGES ON THE DISPLAY
Symbol on the
displayWhat it means What to do
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,
refer to the "Fuel Cut-Off System" section of the
"Controls" paragraph, in the "Knowing your car"
chapter. If it is still not possible to restore the fuel
supply, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
On versions equipped with "Reconfigurable
multifunction display", a message and a symbol
will appear 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 outside temperature
sensor failure, the digits that indicate the value are
replaced by dashes.BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE
On some versions the display will show a
message + symbol if there is a fault in the brake
lights.The fault may be caused by a blown bulb, a
blown protection fuse or an interruption of the
electrical 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.Go to an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the fault
fixed as soon as possible.
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IN AN EMERGENCY
A punctured tyre or a burnt-out bulb?
At times, a problem may interfere
with our journey.
The pages on emergencies can help
you to deal with critical situations
independently and with calm.
In an emergency we recommend that
you call the freephone number found in
the Warranty Booklet.
It is also possible to call the 00 800
2532 4200 freephone number to
search the nearest Alfa Romeo
Authorised Network.STARTING THE ENGINE .................1
REPLACING A WHEEL ...................171
"FIX&GO AUTOMATIC" KIT .............17
CHANGING A BULB .......................179
REPLACING EXTERIOR BULBS......183
INTERIOR BULB REPLACEMENT ...186
REPLACING FUSES........................187
BATTERY RECHARGING ................196
RAISING THE CAR..........................197
TOWING THE CAR .........................19
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122) Always indicate that the tyre
was repaired using the quick
tyre repair kit. Give the booklet to
the technicians who will be
handling the tyre that was treated
using the kit.
123) Repair is not possible if the
wheel rim is damaged (groove
is deformed, causing air to
escape). Do not remove foreign
bodies (screws or nails) from the
tyre.
124) Do not operate the compressor
for longer than 20 minutes
consecutively. Risk of
overheating. The kit is not suitable
for definitive repairs, so the
repaired tyres may only be used
temporarily.125) The bottle contains ethylene
glycol and latex: it may cause
an allergic reaction. It is harmful if
swallowed. It is irritant for the
eyes. It may cause sensitisation if
inhaled or on contact. Avoid
contact with eyes, skin and
clothes. In the event of contact,
rinse immediately with plenty
of water. If ingested, do not
induce vomiting. Rinse out your
mouth, drink large quantities
of water and seek immediate
medical attention. Keep out of the
reach of children. The product
must not be used by asthmatics.
Do not inhale the vapours during
insertion and suction. Call a
doctor immediately if allergic
reactions are noted. Store the
bottle in its proper compartment,
away from sources of heat. The
sealant fluid has an expiry date.
Replace the bottle containing
out-of-date sealant fluid.
CHANGING A BULB
28)126) 127) 128)
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
❒Before changing a bulb check the
contacts for oxidation;
❒replace blown bulbs with others of
the same type and power;
❒after replacing a headlight bulb,
always check its alignment;
❒when a light is not working, check
that the corresponding fuse is intact
before changing the bulb. For the
location of fuses, refer to the
paragraph “If a fuse blows” in this
chapter.
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IMPORTANT When the weather is cold
or damp or after heavy rain or washing,
the surface of headlights or rear lights,
may steam up and/or form drops of
condensation on the inside. This is
a natural phenomenon due to the
difference in temperature and humidity
between the inside and the outside
of the glass which does not indicate a
fault and does not compromise the
normal operation of lighting devices.
The mist disappears quickly when the
lights are turned on, starting from
the centre of the diffuser, extending
progressively towards the edges.
IMPORTANT
28) Halogen bulbs must be handled
by holding the metallic part only.
Touching the transparent part
of the bulb with your fingers may
reduce the intensity of the
emitted light and even reduce the
lifespan of the bulb. In the case
of accidental contact, rub the
lamp with a cloth and spirit and
leave to dry.
WARNING
126) Changes or repairs to the
electrical system carried out
incorrectly and without due
consideration for the technical
specifications of the system may
lead to malfunctioning and
generate a fire hazard.
127) Halogen bulbs contain
pressurised gas. If they break,
glass fragments could fly
everywhere.
128) Due to the high supply voltage,
gas discharge bulbs (Bi-Xenon)
should only be replaced by
specialised personnel: danger of
death! Contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
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