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Handbrake on (red)Turning the key to the MAR position illuminates the warning light, but it
should switch off after a few seconds.
The warning light (or symbol on the display) switches on when the
handbrake is engaged. If the car is moving the buzzer will also sound.
IMPORTANT If the warning light turns on when driving, check that
the handbrake is not engaged.
EBD failure
The simultaneous switching on of the
(red) and
(amber)
warning lights with the engine on, indicates either a failure of the EBD
system or that the system is not available. In this case, the rear wheels
may suddenly lock and the vehicle may swerve when braking sharply.
The display will show the dedicated message.
Drive with extreme caution straight to the nearest Alfa Romeo
Authorized Service to have the system checked.
ABS FAILURE (amber)
Turning the key to the MAR position illuminates the warning light, but it
should switch off after a few seconds.
The warning light (or symbol on the display) lights up when the system
is inefficient. Under these circumstances the braking system will work
as normal without the extra performance offered by the ABS system.Proceed with caution and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as
soon as possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
Brake pad wear (amber)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light (or symbol on the display) switches on when the
front and rear brake pads are worn. In this situation, replace as soon
as possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
Airbag failure (red)
Turning the key to the MAR position illuminates the warning light, but it
should switch off after a few seconds.
If the warning light switches on constantly, this indicates a fault in the
airbag system.
The display will show the dedicated message.
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If, when turning the key to MAR-ON, the warning light
does not turn on, or if it stays on constantly when
driving (together with the message on the display),
there could be a failure in the restraint systems. In this case
airbags or pretensioners may not be deployed in the event of an
impact or, in a lower number of cases, they deploy may
accidentally. Before proceeding, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services to have the system checked immediately.
In the case of warning light failure
, despite the
flashing of the warning light
in the trim located on
the internal rear view mirror and the deactivating
(where provided) of the passenger's airbag, on the versions with
multifunction display on the instrument panel, the warning light
will also flash and a dedicated message will be displayed.
On the versions with reconfigurable multifunction display the
symbol
will instead be displayed, together with a message.Low battery charge (red)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning light switches on
but should switch off as soon as the engine is started (with the engine
idling, a brief delay is acceptable).
Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services if the warning light (or
symbol on the display) remains on or flashes.
Electric power steering failure
(red)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Turning the key to the MAR position illuminates the warning light, but it
should switch off after a few seconds.
If the warning light (or symbol on the display) stays on, you will not
have steering assistance and the effort required to operate the steering
wheel will be significantly increased; steering is, however, possible.
The display will show the dedicated message.
In this case, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
Start&Stop system
deactivation (amber)
The warning light switches on when the Start&Stop system is
deactivated by pressing the button on the auxiliary control panel next
to the steering wheel.
A specific message is displayed on certain versions.
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General failure (amber)(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light (or symbol on the display) switches on in the
circumstances indicated below.
In these circumstances, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as
soon as possible to eliminate the fault.
Airbag failure warning light
(versions with multifunction display)
The warning light switches on and flashes (together with a message on
the display) when a fault is detected with the airbag warning light
.
Exterior lights failure
See description for the
warning light.
Brake lights failure
See description for “Brake lights failure”.
Fuel cut-off
This warning light comes on when the fuel cut-off inertia switch is
triggered. The display shows the dedicated message.
Start&Stop failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light comes on when a failure is detected in the
Start&Stop system.Rain sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
See the description for the
warning light.
Parking sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
See the description for thewarning light.
Dusk sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This warning light comes on when a dusk sensor failure is detected.
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
The warning light turns on when failure is detected in the engine oil
pressure sensor. The display shows the dedicated message.
Electric power steering failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light comes on when an electric power steering failure is
detected.
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Water in diesel filter
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on to indicate the presence of water in the
diesel filter.
Speed limit exceeded
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on when the speed limit set in the Setup
menu is exceeded.
When the car exceeds this value, on some versions a message and a
symbol are shown on the display and an acoustic signal is emitted.

Engine oil level display(for versions/markets, where provided)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR-ON the display shows, for a
few seconds, the engine oil level. In case of insufficient engine oil level,
a warning message appears on the display.
IMPORTANT To find out the correct engine oil quantity, always check
using the dipstick (see paragraph “Checking levels” in the section
“Maintenance and care”).
IMPORTANT For a correct engine oil level indication, perform the
check with the car parked on a level surface.
IMPORTANT To perform the engine oil reading correctly, after turning
the key to MAR-ON, wait for about 2 seconds before starting the
engine.
IMPORTANT The engine oil level may increase after a long stop.
WARNING LIGHTS ON TRIM LOCATED
ON INTERNAL REAR VIEW MIRRORPassenger airbag/side bags deactivated (amber)
The warning light
on the trim located on the internal rear view
mirror (see fig. 4) switches on when the front passenger's airbag and
side bag are disabled.
With front passenger airbag on, when the ignition key is turned to
MAR, the
warning light switches on constantly for several seconds,
flashes for another few seconds and then should switch off.A failure of the warning light
is indicated by the
warning light
switching-on on the instrument
panel. In addition, the airbag system automatically
disables the airbags on the passenger's side (front and side bags
where provided). Before proceeding, contact Alfa Romeo
Authorized Services to have the system checked immediately.
fig. 4
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Passenger airbag/side bag (front
passenger side airbag and side bag
for pelvis, chest and shoulder
protection - Side bag -
activation/deactivation)This function is used to activate/deactivate the passenger side air bag.
Proceed as follows:
❒press the SET/
button and, after the message (Bag pass: Off)
(to deactivate) or (Bag pass: On) (to activate) is displayed by
pressing buttons "+" or "−", press the SET/
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 quit);
❒press the SET/
button briefly, a message confirming the
selection will be displayed and you will return to the menu screen or,
pressing the button for longer, you will return to the standard screen
without memorising.
Daytime running lights (DRL)With this function is possible to turn the daytime running lights on and
off.
Proceed as follows to activate or deactivate this function:
❒press the SET/
button briefly to display a submenu;
❒press the SET/button briefly to make the display flash "On" or
"Off" according to what was previously set;
❒press the "+" or "−" button to select;❒press the SET/
button briefly to return to the submenu screen or
hold the button down to return to the main menu screen without
saving;
❒hold the SET/button down again to return to the standard
screen or to the main menu according to where you are in the menu.
Courtesy lights (Activation/
deactivation of “Greeting lights”)(for versions/markets, where provided)
With this function it is possible to turn on the side lights, the number
plate lights and the ceiling lights for approximately 25 seconds when
the doors or boot are opened using the remote control, with the
following exceptions:
❒interruption after 5 seconds from when the door closes
❒interruption after locking using the remote control
❒interruption after a lock or other action using the remote control
Proceed as follows to activate or deactivate this function:
❒press the SET/
button briefly to make the display flash "On" or
"Off" according to what was previously set;
❒press the "+" or "−" button to select;
❒briefly press the SET/
button to go back to the menu screen or
hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without
saving.
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FRONT AIRBAGSThe car is equipped with multi-stage front airbags (“Smart bags”) for
the driver and passenger and knee bags for the driver.“SMART BAG” SYSTEM (MULTISTAGE
FRONT AIRBAGS)The front airbags (driver's and passenger's) and the driver's knee bag
have been designed to protect the occupants in the event of head-on
crashes of medium-high severity, by placing cushions between the
occupant and the steering wheel or dashboard.
Therefore non-deployment in other types of impacts (side impacts, rear
shunts, roll-overs, etc.) does not indicate a system malfunction.
The airbags do not replace, but rather complement, the use of seat
belts, which should always be worn. In the event of an impact,
someone not wearing a seat belt could move forward and come into
contact with a bag which is still in the opening phase. The protection
offered by the bag is compromised in these circumstances.
Front airbags may not activate in the following situations:
❒frontal impacts against highly deformable objects not involving the
front surface of the car (e.g. wing collision against guard rail);
❒car wedging under other vehicles or protective barriers (e.g. trucks
or guard rails).
Failure to activate in the conditions described above is due to the fact
that they may not provide any additional protection compared with
seat belts, so their activation would be inappropriate.
In these cases, non-deployment does not indicate a system malfunction.
Do not apply stickers or other objects on the steering
wheel, on the dashboard in the passenger side airbag
area, on side upholstery on the roof or on the seats.
Never put objects (e.g. mobile phones) on the passenger's side
dashboard since they could interfere with correct inflation of the
airbag and also cause serious injury to the passengers.
FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIRBAGThis consists of an instantly inflating bag contained in a special
compartment in the centre of the steering wheel fig. 103.
Always drive with your hands on the steering wheel
rim so that the airbag can inflate freely if necessary.
Do not drive with your body bent forward. Keep the
back of your seat upright and lean back into it.
fig. 103
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The airbags may also be deployed when the car is not
moving, if the key is in the ignition and turned to
MAR-ON
or when the engine is off, if the car
is hit by another moving vehicle. For this reason,
children must never occupy the front seat in a
rearward facing seat even if the car is not moving.
Deployment of the airbag following an impact could
cause fatal injuries to the child. Always deactivate
the passenger airbag if it is needed to place a child
seat on the front seat. The passenger seat must
also be positioned back as far as possible in order
to avoid the child seat from coming into contact with
the dashboard. Although this is not mandatory by
law, the airbag should be immediately reactivated
when children are no longer transported to ensure
better protection for adults. On the other hand, if the
key is turned to STOP, none of the safety devices
(airbags or pretensioners) will be deployed in the
event of collision. Non-deployment of these devices
does not indicate a system malfunction.
When the ignition key is turned to MAR, the
warning light (with passenger side front airbag
activated) switches on and flashes for a few seconds to
remind you that the passenger airbag will be deployed in a
crash, after which it should switch off.
The front airbag is designed to be deployed for
impacts of a greater intensity than for the
pretensioners. For impacts whose intensity falls
between the two levels, it is normal for only the pretensioners to
be activated.The airbag does not replace seat belts but increases
their effectiveness. Because front airbags are not
deployed for low-speed crashes, side collisions,
rear-end shunts or rollovers, occupants are protected, in addition
to any side bags, only by their seat belts, which must therefore
always be fastened.
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Diesel filter .......................................... 187
Diesel particulate filter (DPF) ................. 111
Dimensions .......................................... 216
Dipped headlights
– bulb replacement............................. 156
Direction indicators ......................... 63-158
– bulb replacement............................. 157
– “Lane change” function .................... 63
Display................................................ 20
Doors .................................................. 80
– Door central locking/unlocking ........ 80
DPF (particulate filter) ........................... 111
Driver side knee bag ............................ 129
DST system (Dynamic Steering
Torque) .............................................. 94
Dusk sensor ......................................... 62
Dynamic Suspension (active shock
absorber system) ................................ 102Electric power steering ........................ 103
Electric sun roof ................................... 77
Electric windows .................................. 81
– Controls .......................................... 81"Electronic Q2" system ("E-Q2") .......... 94Engine codes ...................................... 198
Engine compartment– checking levels ................................ 179
– washing ......................................... 194
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 6
Engine................................................. 200
– engine cooling system fluid level ....... 185
– marking.......................................... 197
Engine oil
– consumption ................................... 185
– level check ...................................... 185
EOBD system ....................................... 103
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
system ............................................... 92
Exterior lights ....................................... 61
– Left stalk ......................................... 61
External courtesy lights ......................... 64
Extinguisher ......................................... 76
Fitting "Universal" child seat ................ 120
Fix&Go Automatic Kit ........................... 149
Flashing .............................................. 63
Fluids and lubricants (specifications) ...... 224
Fog lights........................................ 72-158"Follow Me Home" device ................... 63Front airbags...................................... 127
Front armrest ....................................... 74
Front driver side airbag ........................ 127Front passenger airbag ......................... 128
Front roof light
– bulb replacement............................. 160
Fuel consumption.................................. 227
Fuel cut-off system ................................ 72
Fuel level gauge ................................... 6
Fuel supply .......................................... 206
Fuel tank cap ....................................... 110
Fuses (if a fuse blows) ........................... 163
G
ear Shift Indicator ............................ 22
Glove compartment .............................. 73
Glove compartment light
– bulb replacement............................. 161
H
andbrake ........................................ 135
Hazard warning lights .......................... 71
Headlights ........................................... 90
– Adjusting headlights abroad ............ 91
– bulb replacement............................. 156
– Headlight alignment corrector .......... 90
– Light beam direction ........................ 90
Headlight washers................................ 192
Head restraints..................................... 47
– "Anti-Whiplash" device ................... 47
– Front headrests ................................ 47
– Rear head restraints......................... 48
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