2015 Alfa Romeo 4C Owner handbook (in English)

GRAPHICAL INDEX
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HEADLIGHTS
❒Bulb types ..........................................127
❒Daytime running lights ......................... 28
❒Side lights/dipped headlights .............. 28
❒Main beam headlights ......................... 28
❒Bulb replacement ................................126
WHEELS
❒Rims and tyres ....................................171
❒Tyre pressure ......................................174
❒Wheel repair .......................................119
DOOR MIRRORS
❒Adjustment ......................................... 18
❒Folding ............................................... 18
DOORS
❒Central opening/closing ...................... 37
SCREEN WASHER / BRAKE FLUID
❒Checking levels ...................................145
WINDSCREEN WIPERS
❒Operation ........................................... 29
❒Blade replacement ..............................154
TOW HOOK
❒Attachment .........................................137
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REAR LIGHTS
❒Bulb types ..........................................127
❒Bulb replacement ................................126
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT /
ENGINE COVER
❒Opening/closing .................................. 39
ENGINE
❒Checking levels ...................................145
❒Technical data .....................................165
FUEL CAP
❒Opening/closing .................................. 58
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AIR VENTS
❒Climate control ................................... 19
LEFT STALK
❒Exterior lights ...................................... 28
INSTRUMENT PANEL
❒Control panel and instruments ............ 62
❒Warning lights ..................................... 73
RIGHT STALK
❒Window cleaning ................................ 29
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG
❒Operation ...........................................100
DASHBOARD CONTROLS
❒Rear fog lights .................................... 33
❒Door locking ....................................... 35
❒Door mirror demisting ......................... 27
HEATER/CLIMATE CONTROL
❒Climatic comfort ................................. 21
❒Heating and ventilation ........................ 22
❒Manual climate control ........................ 25
STEERING WHEEL
❒Adjustment ......................................... 17
❒Driver side front airbag ........................ 99
CONTROL BUTTONS
❒Set-up menu ...................................... 64
❒Menu options ...................................... 66
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SEATS
❒Lengthwise adjustment ....................... 15
❒Backrest adjustment ........................... 16
ELECTRIC WINDOWS
❒Operation ........................................... 0
GEARBOX/TRANSMISSION
❒Using the gearbox/transmission ..........106
HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS
❒Operation ........................................... 33
ALFA DNA SYSTEM
❒Operation ........................................... 46
HANDBRAKE
❒Operation ...........................................105
POWER SOCKET / CIGAR
LIGHTER
❒Power socket ..................................... 35
❒Cigar lighter ........................................ 35
SEAT BELTS
❒Use ..................................................... 92
❒Important information .......................... 92
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
In-depth knowledge of your new car
starts here.
The booklet that you are reading simply
and directly explains how it is made
and how it works.
That’s why we advise you to read it
seated comfortably on board, so that
you can see what is described here for
yourself.SYMBOLS ...................................... 10
ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEM ....... 10
THE KEYS....................................... 11
ALARM ........................................... 13
IGNITION SWITCH .......................... 14
SEATS ............................................ 15
STEERING WHEEL ......................... 17
REAR VIEW MIRRORS .................... 18
CLIMATE CONTROL ....................... 20
CLIMATIC COMFORT ..................... 20
HEATING AND VENTILATION.......... 22
MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL........ 25
EXTERIOR LIGHTS ......................... 28
WINDOW CLEANING ...................... 29
CRUISE CONTROL ......................... 30
ROOF LIGHT................................... 32
CONTROLS .................................... 33
INTERIOR FITTINGS ....................... 34
DOORS ........................................... 37
ELECTRIC WINDOWS .................... 38
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT /
ENGINE COVER.............................. 39
HEADLIGHTS.................................. 41
ESC (ELECTRONIC STABILITY
CONTROL) SYSTEM ....................... 42
“ALFA DNA” SYSTEM (DYNAMIC
CAR CONTROL SYSTEM)............... 46EOBD SYSTEM (EUROPEAN ON
BOARD DIAGNOSIS) ...................... 49
RADIO SYSTEM .............................. 50
ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY
THE OWNER .................................. 50
PARKING SENSORS....................... 51
TPMS (TYRE PRESSURE
MONITORING SYSTEM) ................. 54
REFUELLING THE CAR .................. 58
PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT .............................. 59
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SYMBOLS
Some car components have coloured
labels whose symbols indicate
precautions to be observed when using
this component. Under the engine
cover there is also a label that
summarises all the symbols.
ALFA ROMEO CODE
SYSTEM
IN BRIEF
This is an electronic engine locking
system which increases protection
against attempted thefts of the car. It
is automatically activated when the
ignition key is removed.
There is an electronic device in each
key which can identify the signal
emitted, when the engine is started,
from an aerial built into the ignition
switch. The signal, which changes
each time the engine is started, is the
“password” by means of which the
control unit recognises the key and
enables starting.
1)
Operation
Each time the car is started by turning
the ignition key to MAR-ON, the Alfa
Romeo CODE system control unit
sends an acknowledgement code to
the engine management control unit to
deactivate the inhibitor.
The code is sent only if the Alfa Romeo
CODE system control unit has
recognised the code transmitted by the
key.Each time the ignition key is turned to
STOP, the Alfa Romeo CODE system
deactivates the functions of the engine
management control unit.
Irregular operation
If, during starting, the code is not
correctly recognised, the
digital
warning light switches on in the display.
In this case, turn the key to STOP and
then to MAR-ON; if it is still locked,
try again with the other keys that come
with the vehicle. If it is still not possible
to start the engine, contact the
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
Activation of warning
light while driving
❒If the
digital warning light on the
display switches on, this means that
the system is running a self-diagnosis
(for example due to a voltage drop).
❒If the
digital warning light remains
on, contact the dedicated Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
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IMPORTANT
1) The electronic components inside
the key may be damaged if the
key is subjected to sharp knocks.
In order to ensure complete
efficiency of the electronic
devices inside the key, it should
never be exposed to direct
sunlight.
THE KEYS
KEY WITHOUT REMOTE
CONTROL
Operation
The metal insert A fig. 5 operates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒the door lock.
KEY WITH REMOTE
CONTROL
Operation
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The metal insert A fig. 6 operates:
❒the ignition switch;
❒the door lock.
Press button B to open/close the metal
insert.
1)
Door unlocking
Briefly press button
: unlocking of
doors, timed switching on of internal
roof light and double flashing of
direction indicators (for versions/
markets, where provided).
The doors are unlocked automatically if
the fuel cut-off system intervenes.
If when locking the doors, one or more
doors are not closed correctly, the
LED flashes quickly together with the
direction indicators.
Door locking
Briefly press button
: locking of
doors, switching off of internal roof light
and single flashing of direction
indicators (for versions/markets, where
provided).
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If one or more door are open, the doors
will not be locked. This is indicated by
a rapid flashing of the direction
indicators (for versions/markets, where
provided). The doors will be locked if
the tailgate is open however.
When a speed of more than 20 km/h is
reached, the doors will be locked
automatically if this specific function
was set.
When the doors are locked from
outside the car (using the remote
control), LED A fig. 7 will switch on for a
few seconds and then start flashing
(deterrent function).
When the doors are locked from inside
the car (by pressing the
button
on the dashboard) the LED will remain
on constantly.REQUESTING
ADDITIONAL REMOTE
CONTROLS
The system can recognise up to 8
remote controls. Should a new remote
control be necessary, go to the
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership,
taking an ID document and the car
ownership documents.
REPLACING THE
BATTERY IN THE KEY
WITH REMOTE CONTROL
Procedure
❒press button A fig. 8 and move the
metal insert B to opening position;
turn screw C to
using a fine
bit screwdriver;
❒remove battery compartment D and
replace battery E, respecting the
polarity; reinsert compartment D in
the key and secure it by turning
screw C to
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1)
WARNING
1) Press button B fig. 6 only with the
key away from your body,
especially your eyes and from
objects which could get damaged
(e.g. your clothes). Do not leave
the key unattended, to prevent
people, especially children, from
inadvertently pressing the button.
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