2014 Alfa Romeo MiTo ignition

FOG LIGHTS(for versions/markets, where provided)
Press the
fig. 45 button to switch the lights on/off.
With the lights on, warning light
in the instrument panel switches
on.
REAR FOG LIGHTPress the
fig. 45 button to switch the light on/off.
The rear fog light switches on only when the dipped headlights are
switched on. With the light on, the
warning light in the instrument
panel switches on.
CENTRAL LOCKINGPress button A fig. 46 to lock all doors at the same time.
Locking takes place irrespective of the position of the ignition key.FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEMThis intervenes in the case of an impact causing:
❒the interruption of the fuel supply with the engine consequently
cutting out;
❒the automatic unlocking of the doors;
❒the interior lights being switched on.
The intervention of the system is indicated by a message shown on the
display.
Carefully check the car for fuel leaks, for instance in the engine
compartment, under the car or near the tank area.
After a collision, turn the ignition key to STOP to prevent the battery
from running down.
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To restore the correct operation of the car, proceed as follows:
❒turn the ignition key to the MAR position;
❒activate the right direction indicator;
❒deactivate the right direction indicator;
❒activate the left direction indicator;
❒deactivate the left direction indicator;
❒activate the right direction indicator;
❒deactivate the right direction indicator;
❒activate the left direction indicator;
❒deactivate the left direction indicator;
❒turn the ignition key to the STOP position.
If, after a collision, you smell fuel or notice leaks from
the fuel system, do not reactivate the system to avoid
fire risk.
INTERIOR FITTINGSGLOVE COMPARTMENTOperate handle A fig. 47 to open the compartment. When the
compartment is opened, a courtesy light switches on.
The glove compartment features a document holder.
Do not travel with the glove compartment open: it
could injure the passenger in the event of an accident.
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FRONT ARMREST(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is located between the front seats. To bring it to its standard use
position, push it downwards.
Press button A fig. 48 to raise the upper part of the armrest and access
the compartment inside it. Press lever B to incline the armrest
downwards relative to its standard use position.POWER SOCKETSThese are located on the central tunnel A fig. 49 and on the left side of
the luggage compartment B fig. 49 (for versions/markets, where
provided). They only operate with the ignition key at MAR-ON.
If you request the smokers' kit, the socket on the central tunnel is
replaced with a cigar lighter (see following paragraph).IMPORTANT Do not connect devices with power higher than 180 W to
the socket. Do not damage the socket by using unsuitable adaptors.
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ELECTRIC SUN ROOF(for versions/markets, where provided)
The extensively glazed sun roof comprises a moving glass panel and a
sun blind.
The glazed panel, when closed, allows light from the outside to enter
and makes it possible to see the outside from the passenger
compartment.OPERATIONThe sun roof can be operated only with the ignition key turned to MAR.
The controls A and B fig. 54 on the trim next to the front courtesy light
operate the sun roof opening/closing functions.
Roof opening
Pressing button A fig. 54 permits two opening modes for the front
glass panel.Automatic
If button A is held down, the front glass panel is raised from completely
closed to spoiler position.
If the button is pressed again, the panel will start to slide backwards
until it is completely open.
After the initial opening command, the glass panel can be stopped in
intermediate positions by pressing the button again.
Manual
If button A is pressed briefly, the front glass panel moves from
completely closed position and stops in the position where the button is
released. In this case, the panel is opened by pressing the button.
This function makes it possible to place the front panel in intermediate
positions in relation to those produced through automatic opening.
Do not open the sunroof if there is snow or ice on it: you
may damage it.The sun roof must stay closed if a transverse roof rack is
fitted.When leaving the vehicle, always remove the key from
the ignition to avoid the risk of injury to those still
inside the car due to accidental operation of the
sunroof. Improper use of the roof can be dangerous. Before
operation, always check that no-one is at risk of being injured by
the moving sun roof or by objects getting caught and dragged
by it.
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PASSENGER SIDE EMERGENCY FRONT
DOOR LOCKING DEVICEThe front passenger side door has a device to lock it when there is no
current.
To lock it, fit the metal insert of the ignition key in the housing A fig. 58
and move it upwards.
IMPORTANT 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 button
on the key or button
for locking/unlocking the
doors on the instrument panel;
❒press button
on the key or button
for locking/unlocking the
doors on the instrument panel.
ELECTRIC WINDOWSThese are equipped with an automatic function to raise and lower the
driver side front window.CONTROLSDriver side door fig. 59
❒A - Front left window opening/closing;
❒B - Front right window opening/closing;
Window opening
Push the buttons to open the desired window.
When one of the two buttons is pressed briefly, the window moves in
"stages"; if the button is held down, "continuous automatic" operation
is activated.
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If the control button is pressed again, the window will stop in the
desired position. If the button is held down for several seconds, the
window raises or lowers automatically (only with ignition key in MAR
position).
Window closing
Lift the buttons to close the desired window.
The window closing stage occurs following the same logics described
for the opening stage.
Passenger side door
The passenger side door is equipped with a button that controls the
opening/closing of the passenger side window.
Continuous automatic operation
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is activated by pressing one of the two buttons for longer than half
a second. The window will stop when it is fully opened or closed, or
when the button is pressed again:
❒Driver side:raising/lowering.
❒Passenger side:only lowering.
❒Where anti-crush device is present:raising/lowering driver side and
passenger side.
Anti-crush safety device
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The car’s anti-crush function is active as the windows are being raised.This safety system detects the presence of an obstacle during the
window closing travel and intervenes by stopping and reversing the
window travel, depending on its position. This device is also useful
if the windows are activated accidentally by children on board the car.
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.
The system conforms to the 2000/4/EC standard concerning
the safety of passengers leaning out of the passenger
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Incorrect use of the electric windows may be
dangerous. Before and during operation, always check
that no passenger is at risk of being injured directly
by the moving window or by objects getting caught in or
dragged by the window. 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 with manual operation;
❒after the window has reached the upper end of travel, hold down
the closing control for at least 1 second.
For versions/markets where provided, after a break in power supply
for the control units (battery replaced or disconnected or protective
fuses for the electric window control units replaced), the automatic
operation of the windows must be restored.
The restoration procedure must be performed as described below with
the doors closed:
❒completely open the driver's door window, holding the operating
button down for at least three seconds after the (lower) end of travel
position;
❒completely raise the driver side window and hold the button down
for at least 3 seconds once the (upper) end of travel position has
been reached;❒proceed in the same way as described in points 1 and 2 for the
passenger side door;
❒make sure that the initialisation is correct by checking that the
windows work automatically.
IMPORTANT With the central locking on, pulling the internal opening
lever for one of the doors switches the locking off for all the doors.
In the absence of electrical power supply (blown fuse, battery
disconnected, etc.) it is still possible to lock the doors manually. In this
case, the automatic lowering function of the windows is not available.
Press the window towards the inside of the car (see fig. 60) to open
or close the door with the window raised to ease the passage of the
window into the moulding.
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HEADLIGHTSLIGHT BEAM DIRECTIONThe correct orientation of the headlights is important for the driver's
comfort and safety as well as for all other road users. This is also
covered by a specific rule of the highway code.
The headlights must be correctly aligned to ensure the best visibility
conditions for yourself and others when driving with lights on. To check
and, if necessary, adjust, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.HEADLIGHT ALIGNMENT CORRECTORThis device works with the ignition key in the MAR position and the
dipped headlights on.
Headlight alignment adjustment
To adjust, press the
and
fig. 72 fig. 73 buttons. The adjustment
position is shown on the display.
Position 0
: one or two occupants in the front seats.
Position 1
: 4 people.
Position 2
: 4 people + load in luggage compartment.
Position 3
: driver + maximum permitted load stowed in the luggage
compartment.
IMPORTANT Check the alignment every time that the load carried
changes.
FOG LIGHT ALIGNMENT(for versions/markets, where provided)
To check and, if necessary, adjust, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services.
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