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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.

Exterior lights failure
On some versions, the display will show a message + symbol if a fault
is detected in one of the following lights:
❒daytime running lights (DRL)
❒side lights
❒direction indicators
❒rear fog light
❒number plate lights.
The failure relating to these lights could be: one or more blown bulbs,
a blown protection fuse or a break in the electrical connection.
Brake light failure
On some versions the display will show a message + symbol if a fault
is detected in the brake lights.
The fault may be caused by a blown bulb, a blown protection fuse or
an interruption of the electric 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.
Rain sensor failure(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions the display will show a message + symbol if there is
a fault in the rain sensor.
Parking sensor failure(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions the display will show a message + symbol if there is
a fault in the parking sensors.
Dynamic Suspension failure
(active shock absorber system)(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions, a message + symbol are displayed in the event of
active shock absorber system failure.
In this case, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services as soon as
possible.
Display of selected driving mode
(“Alfa DNA” system)(for versions/markets, where provided)
On versions equipped with a "Reconfigurable multifunction display", a
message + symbol associated with the selected driving mode
“DYNAMIC”, “NATURAL” or “ALL WEATHER” is shown. A warning
message is shown on the display if one of these driving modes is not
available.
On versions equipped with "Multifunction display", a letter ("d" or "a")
associated with the selected driving mode is shown together with a
dedicated message.
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Detection distances
❒Central operating range: 140 cm
❒Side operating range: 60 cm
If several obstacles are detected by the sensors, only the nearest one is
considered.OPERATION WITH TRAILERParking sensor operation is deactivated automatically when the trailer
electric cable plug is fitted into the car tow hook socket. The sensors
are automatically enabled again when the trailer's cable plug is
removed.
The sensor must be free of mud, dirt, snow or ice in order
for the system to work. Be careful not to scratch or damage
the sensors while cleaning them. Avoid using dry, rough
or hard cloths. The sensors should be washed using clean water with
the addition of car shampoo if necessary. When using special washing
equipment such as high pressure jets or steam cleaning, clean the
sensors very quickly keeping the jet more than 10 cm away.When repainting the bumpers or touching up paint in
the sensor area, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services only. Incorrect paint application could affect
the operation of the parking sensors.
Parking manoeuvres however are always the driver’s
responsibility. When carrying out such manoeuvres,
always ensure that the manoeuvring area is free of
people (particularly children) and animals. The parking sensor is
designed to assist drivers, who must still never allow their
attention to lapse during potentially dangerous manoeuvres even
if performed at low speed.
GENERAL WARNINGSDuring parking manoeuvres, pay the utmost attention to any obstacles
that could be located above or below the sensors.
Objects located near the rear of the car are not detected under certain
circumstances and could therefore cause damage to the car or be
damaged.
The following conditions may influence the performance of the parking
sensor system:
❒reduced sensor sensitivity and a reduction in the parking assistance
system performance could be due to the presence on the surface of
the sensor of: ice, snow, mud, thick paint
❒the sensors may detect a non-existent obstacle (echo interference)
due to mechanical interference, for example when washing the
car, in rain (strong wind), hail;
❒The signals sent by the sensors can also be altered by the presence
of ultrasonic systems (e.g. pneumatic brake systems or pneumatic
drills) near the vehicle.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FUSE BOXfig. 153DEVICE PROTECTEDFUSE AMPS
Right dipped beam headlightF12 7,5
Left dipped beam headlightF13
7,5/5
(*)
Headlight alignment adjustment systemF13 7,5
Front roof light, Luggage compartment roof light, Sun visor courtesy light, Door puddle lights, Glove
compartment lightF32 5
Radio, sound system setup system (for versions/markets, where provided),Uconnect
™
5" radio (for
versions/markets, where provided), climate control system control unit, alarm system control unit, volumetric
system control unit, EOBD external diagnosis socket, tyre pressure monitoring control unitF36 10
Instrument panel, brake light on switchF37 5
Door lock motor on doors, Safe Lock motor on doors, Tailgate unlocking motor F38 15
Windscreen/rear window washer pumpF43 20
Electric window motor complete with control unit (driver side door) F47 20
Electric window motor complete with control unit (passenger side door) F48 20
Parking sensor control unit, rain/dusk sensor on interior rear view mirror, electrochromic sensor on interior
rear view mirror, seat belts fastened warning light display on interior rear view mirror, control panel lighting
(central control panel, driver side control panel, control panel on steering wheel), heater pad activation
switches on front seats, alarm system volumetric sensor control unit, electric sun roof control unitF49 5
Clutch activation switch, brake light switch, relay switch coils on engine fuse box control unit, control system
on internal climate control/heater unit, flow meter, water presence in diesel sensor, radio, radio setup system
(for versions/markets, where provided)F51 5
Instrument panelF53 5
(*) For versions/markets, where provided
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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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Hill Holder system ................................ 93Identification data
– bodywork paint plate....................... 197
– Chassis marking .............................. 197
– engine marking ............................... 197
– identification data plate ................... 196
Ignition device ..................................... 43
– Steering lock ................................... 43
Installation of electrical/electronic
devices .............................................. 104
Installing a Universal Isofix child seat ..... 124
Interior fittings ...................................... 73
Interiors (cleaning)................................ 194Jack................................................... 144Light clusters
– front light clusters
(changing a bulb)............................ 156
– rear light clusters
(changing a bulb)............................ 158
Lubricants (features).............................. 224
Luggage compartment .......................... 84
– Closing the luggage compartment..... 84
– Emergency luggage compartment
opening .......................................... 84
– Extending the luggage
compartment................................... 85– Luggage compartment
initialisation .................................... 85
– Opening the luggage
compartment................................... 84
Luggage compartment roof light
– bulb replacement............................. 160
M
ain beam headlights ....................... 63
– bulb replacement............................. 156
Maintenance and care
– heavy-duty use of the car ................. 178
– periodic checks ............................... 178
– scheduled servicing ......................... 173
– scheduled servicing plan .................. 174
Menu options ....................................... 24
MSR system ......................................... 94
Multifunction display ............................ 20
N
umber plate lights
– bulb replacement............................. 159
Parking ............................................. 135
– Handbrake ..................................... 135
Parking lights ....................................... 62
Parking sensors .................................... 105
Performance ........................................ 217
Pollen filter........................................... 187
Power sockets....................................... 74Preparation for "Isofix" child seat .......... 123
Pretensioners........................................ 116
– Load limiters ................................... 116
Protecting the environment .................... 111
Puddle light
– bulb replacement............................. 162
Radio transmitters and mobile
phones.............................................. 104
Rain sensor .......................................... 65
Raising the car ..................................... 171
Rear fog light ....................................... 72
Rear fog light/reversing light................. 159
Rear view mirrors ................................. 49
– Door mirrors ................................... 50
– Internal mirror ................................. 49
Rear window washer jets ...................... 192
Rear window washer
– rear window washer fluid level ......... 186
Rear window washer/wiper .................. 66
Rear Window Wiper
– blade replacement ........................... 191
– blades ............................................ 190
Reconfigurable multifunction display ...... 21
Refuelling ............................................ 221
Refuelling the car ................................. 110
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