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❒sensor performance can also be influenced by the position of the
sensors. For example by a change in the ride setting (caused by
the wear of the shock absorbers, suspension), overloading the
vehicle and carrying out specific tuning operations that require the
vehicle to be lowered;
❒The detection of obstacles at the top part of the car may not be
guaranteed because the system detects obstacles that could cause an
impact with the car in the bottom part.
TPMS (Tyre Pressure
Monitoring System)(for versions/markets, where provided)
The car may be fitted with a tyre pressure monitoring system (TPMS),
which informs the driver of the tyre inflation status via the "Check
tyre pressure" and "Low tyre pressure" messages on the display.
This system comprises a radio frequency transmitter fitted to each
wheel (on the wheel rim inside the tyre), which is able to send
information on the tyre inflation pressure of each wheel to the control
unit.IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT
THE TPMSThe fault indications are not stored and will therefore not be displayed
after the engine has been switched off and then on again.
If the fault conditions persist, the control unit will send the relative
indications to the instrument panel only after the car has been in
motion for a short time.
The presence of the TPMS does not permit the driver to
neglect regular checks of the tyre pressure, including
for the spare wheel.Tyre pressure must be checked with tyres rested and
cold. Should it become necessary for whatever reason
to check pressure with warm tyres, do not reduce
pressure even though it is higher than the prescribed value, but
repeat the check when tyres are cold.
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This starting procedure must be performed by expert
personnel because incorrect actions could cause
electrical discharge of considerable intensity.
Furthermore, battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive: avoid
contact with skin and eyes. Keep naked flames and lighted
cigarettes away from the battery and do not cause sparks.
BUMP STARTINGNever start the engine by pushing, towing or coasting downhill.
REPLACING A WHEELGENERAL INSTRUCTIONSThe car is equipped with the “Fix&Go Automatic Kit”: see the
paragraph “Fix&Go Automatic Kit” for how to use this device.
As an alternative to the “Fix&Go Automatic Kit” the car may be
equipped with a space-saver wheel: see the instructions on the
following pages for changing the tyre.
The spare wheel is specific for your car. Do not use it
on cars of different models. Do not use spare wheels of
different models on your car. The space-saver wheel
must only be used in case of emergency. It must only be used for
the distance necessary to reach a service point and the car speed
must not exceed 80 km/h. The space-saver wheel has an orange
sticker that summarises the main cautions for use and limitations.
Never remove or cover the label. Never apply any hub cap to
the space-saver spare wheel.Alert other drivers that the car is stationary in
compliance with local regulations: hazard warning
lights, warning triangle, etc. Any passengers on board
should leave the car, especially if it is heavily laden. Passengers
should stay away from on-coming traffic while the wheel is
being changed. In case of steep slopes or rough slopes, place
wedges or other materials suitable to stop the vehicle under the
wheels.
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The vehicle's driving characteristics will be modified
with the space-saver wheel fitted. Avoid violent
acceleration and braking, sharp steering and fast
cornering. The total life of a space-saver wheel is approximately
3,000 km, after which it must be replaced by another wheel of
the same type. Never attempt to fit a conventional tyre on a rim
designed for use as a space-saver wheel. Repair and refit the
standard wheel as soon as possible. Two or more space-saver
wheels should never be used together. Do not grease the threads
of bolts before fitting them: they might slip out.The jack provided is only intended to be used for
replacing tyres on the vehicle with which it is supplied,
or on same-model vehicles. Never use the jack for
other purposes, such as lifting other car models. Never use it for
repair operations under the vehicle. Incorrect positioning of the
jack may cause the car to fall. Do not use the jack for loads
higher than those shown on the label. Never install snow chains
on the small spare wheel; if a front tyre (driving wheel) is
punctured and you need to use snow chains, use a standard
wheel from the rear axle and install the small spare wheel on the
rear axle. In this way, with two normal front drive wheels, it is
possible to use snow chains.Incorrectly fitting the hubcap may cause it to fall off
when the vehicle is in motion. Never tamper with the
inflating valve. Never introduce tools of any kind
between rim and tyre. Regularly check the inflation pressure of
the tyres and space-saver wheel (see chapter "Technical
specifications").
JACKPlease note that:
❒the jack weight is 1.76 kg;
❒the jack requires no adjustment;
❒the jack cannot be repaired and in the event of a fault it must be
replaced by another original one;
❒no tool other than its cranking device may be fitted on the jack.
To change a wheel proceed as follows:
❒stop the car in a position that is not dangerous for oncoming traffic
where you can change the wheel safely. The ground must be flat
and sufficiently compact;
❒switch off the engine, pull up the handbrake and engage 1
agear or
reverse; put on the high visibility jacket (required by law) before
leaving the vehicle;
❒open the luggage compartment, pull tab A fig. 114 and lift up the
mat;
fig. 114
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❒make sure the contact surfaces between space-saver wheel and hub
are clean so that the fastening bolts will not come loose;
❒fit the space-saver spare wheel by inserting the first bolt for two
threads into the hole closest to the valve;❒take the wrench A fig. 118 and fully tighten the fixing bolts;
❒operate the jack handle D fig. 119 to lower the vehicle. Then extract
the jack;
❒use the wrench A fig. 118 provided to fully tighten the bolts in a
criss-cross fashion as per the numerical sequence illustrated in
fig. 121;
❒when replacing an alloy wheel it is advisable to place it upside
down, with the aesthetic part facing upwards.
Visit Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as soon as possible to
check the correct tightening of the main wheel bolts.
Restore the standard wheel as soon as possible, because, once placed
in the associated compartment, the luggage compartment load
platform is rendered uneven as the standard wheel is larger than the
space-saver wheel.
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REMOVING THE SUBWOOFER
(versions with Bose HI-FI system)(for versions/markets, where provided)
IMPORTANT The following procedure only applies to cars equipped
with Bose HI-FI systems with subwoofer (for versions/markets, where
provided).
Subwoofer and space-saver spare wheel
On these versions, the tools for replacing the wheel are located in a
dedicated bag in the luggage compartment.
Proceed as follows to remove the Subwoofer:
❒open the luggage compartment, pull tab A fig. 114 and lift up the
mat;
❒unscrew locking device A fig. 122, raise the subwoofer and then
remove connection cable B from the Velcro C;
❒rest the Subwoofer on one side in the luggage compartment, remove
the container and take the space-saver wheel;
❒replace the wheel as described previously.At the end of the operation:
❒reposition the container (with the arrow pointing forwards) in its
housing and place the subwoofer on top of it, taking care to arrange
it according to the indications on the container (fig. 123) so that
the word “BOSE” is read in the correct position;
fig. 121
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❒rest cable B fig. 122 on the Velcro C to avoid pinching it;
❒screw in locking device A, and finally lower the luggage
compartment mat.
Subwoofer and "Fix&Go Automatic Kit"
Locating the Automatic Fix&Go Kit:
❒open the luggage compartment, pull tab A fig. 114 and lift up the
mat;
❒take the “Fix&Go Automatic Kit” located on the left side of the
luggage compartment ( fig. 124);
❒inflate the wheel (see paragraph entitled “Fix&Go Automatic Kit”).
REFITTING THE WHEELFollowing the procedure described previously, raise the car and
remove the small spare wheel.
Proceed as follows:
❒make sure the contact surfaces between standard wheel and hub are
clean so that the fastening bolts will not come loose;
❒for versions with steel rims: fix the hub cap on the rim,
aligning the crescent hole with the bolt you have fitted, then insert
the other 4 bolts;
❒tighten the retaining bolts using wrench A fig. 118;
❒lower the car and remove the jack;
❒use wrench A fig. 118 to fully tighten the bolts, following the
sequence illustrated in
❒for versions with alloy rims with hub cap: align the pin on
the cap with the housing on the rim.
At the end of operation
❒stow the space-saver spare wheel in the compartment provided in
the boot;
❒insert the jack and the other tools in the container;
❒arrange the container and tools on the space-saver wheel;
❒correctly reposition the boot mat.
fig. 124
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– dimensions ..................................... 212
– wheels and tyres.............................. 189
Wheels and tyres
– changing a wheel............................ 143
– Fix&Go Automatic (kit) .................... 149
– spare wheel .................................... 209
– tyre inflation pressure....................... 214
– Wheels and tyres ............................ 189
Wheels
– rims and tyres ................................. 209
Window bags (side airbags for head
protection) ......................................... 130
Window cleaning................................. 64
Windows (cleaning) ............................. 194
Windscreen washer
– windscreen washer fluid level ........... 186
Windscreen washer sprays ................... 192
Windscreen washer/wiper.................... 64
– “Smart washing” function................. 65
Windscreen wiper
– blades ............................................ 190
– replacing wiper blades .................... 191
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