2015 Alfa Romeo 4C ignition

WARNING
115) Before towing, turn the ignition
key to MAR-ON and then to STOP
without removing it. The steering
column will automatically lock
when the key is removed and the
wheels cannot be steered. Also
check that the gearbox/
transmission is in neutral (N).
116) When towing, remember that
the assistance of the brake servo
is absent. Consequently, more
force is required at the pedal
in order to brake. Do not
use flexible cables when towing
and avoid jerky movements. Make
sure not to damage parts in
contact with the car while towing.
When towing the car, you must
comply with all specific traffic
regulations, both in terms of the
towing device and behaviour
on the road. Do not start the
engine while towing the car.
Before tightening the ring, clean
the threaded housing thoroughly.
Make sure that the ring is fully
screwed into the housing before
towing the car.117) The tow hook must be used
exclusively for roadside
assistance operations. You are
allowed to tow the vehicle for
short distances using an
appropriate device in accordance
with the highway code (a rigid
bar), to move the vehicle on the
road in readiness for towing or
transport via a breakdown vehicle.
Tow hooks MUST NOT be used
to tow vehicles off the road or
where there are obstacles and/or
for towing operations using cables
or other non-rigid devices. In
compliance with the above
conditions, towing must take
place with the two vehicles (one
towing, the other towed) aligned
as much as possible along the
same centre line.
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IN AN EMERGENCY

IMPORTANT After turning the ignition
key to STOP and having closed the
driver side door, wait at least one
minute before disconnecting the
electrical supply from the battery. When
reconnecting the electrical supply to
the battery, make sure that the ignition
key is in the STOP position and the
driver side door is closed.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
under 50% for a long time, the battery
is damaged by sulphation, reducing
its capacity and efficiency at start-up.
The battery will also be more at risk
of freezing (this can happen as early as
-10°C). Refer to the “Car inactivity”
paragraph in “Starting and driving” if the
car is left parked for a long time.
If, after purchasing the car, you wish to
install electrical accessories which
require permanent electrical supply
(alarm, etc.) or accessories which
influence the electrical supply
requirements, contact a dedicated Alfa
Romeo Dealership, whose qualified
staff will evaluate the overall electrical
consumption.
WARNING
127) Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with the
skin and eyes. Keep open flames
away from the battery and do
not use objects that might create
sparks: risk of explosion and fire.
128) Using the battery with
insufficient fluid irreparably
damages the battery and may
cause an explosion.
129) If the car will be unused for an
extended period of time in
extremely cold weather
conditions, remove the battery
and store it in a heated area to
prevent it from freezing.
130) Always wear appropriate
goggles when working on or near
the battery.
IMPORTANT
27) Incorrect assembly of electrical
and electronic accessories may
cause severe damage to your car.
Contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership if you want to install
accessories (anti-theft systems,
etc.) after purchasing the car.
They can suggest the most
suitable devices and above all
advise you whether a higher
capacity battery needs to
be installed.
IMPORTANT
4) Batteries contain substances
which are very dangerous for the
environment. For battery
replacement, contact a dedicated
Alfa Romeo Dealership.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

135) The car is always equipped with
front and rear wheels of different
dimensions. It is not therefore
possible to move the wheels from
the front to the back and vice
versa.WINDSCREEN
WIPER
It is advisable to replace the blade
about once a year.
136)
A few simple precautions can reduce
the possibility of damage to the blade:
❒if the temperature falls below zero,
make sure that ice has not frozen
the rubber to the glass. Use an
antifreeze product to release it if
required;
❒remove any snow from the glass;
❒do not operate the windscreen wiper
on dry glass.
IMPORTANT Do not lift the arm of the
windscreen wiper when it is in its initial
rest position. Refer to the following
instructions to lift the windscreen wiper
blade correctly.
Lifting blade
If it is necessary to lift the blade from
the windscreen (e.g. in the event of
snow or if the blade needs
replacement) proceed as follows:
❒turn ring nut A fig. 129 to
(wiper
off);
❒turn the ignition key to MAR-ON and
then to STOP;❒after turning the ignition key to STOP,
within 2 minutes move the right stalk
upwards, into unstable ("anti-panic")
position, for at least half a second.
The windscreen wiper then executes
part of a stroke; at each command,
approximately 1/3 of a normal wiper
stroke is triggered.
❒the previous operation can be
repeated up to 3 times, in order to
move the blade to the most suitable
position;
❒lift the blade from the windscreen and
proceed with the required operation;
❒lower the blade, bringing it into
contact with the windscreen;
❒bring the blade to the initial rest
position, turning the ignition key
to MAR-ON.
28)
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Engine compartment
At the end of the winter the engine
compartment should be carefully
washed, without directing the
jet against any electronic control unit.
Have this operation performed at a
specialised workshop.
IMPORTANT The washing should take
place with the engine cold and the
ignition key in the STOP position. After
the washing operation, make sure
that the various protections (e.g. rubber
caps and guards) have not been
removed or damaged.
IMPORTANT
5) Detergents cause water pollution.
Only wash your car in areas
equipped to collect and treat
wastewater from this type
of activity.
IMPORTANT
29) In order to preserve the aesthetic
appearance of the paint abrasive
products and/or polishes should
not be used for cleaning the car.
30) Avoid washing with water
cannons, rollers and/or brushes in
washing stations. Then, wash
the car, only by hand, using
pH-neutral detergents; dry it with
a wet chamois leather.
INTERIORS
137) 138)
Periodically check the cleanliness of the
interior, beneath the mats, also to
prevent damage to carbon parts.
To remove and reposition the mats in
the passenger compartment, proceed
as follows:
❒undo the screws with folding ring A
fig. 132, driver side and passenger
side;
❒separate the Velcro fabric strips B in
the front area under the mats, lifting
them from the floor.
Reposition the mats on the floor,
making sure that the holes at the back
of the mats coincide with the screw
housings on the floor.
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– checking levels .......................... 145
– washing .................................... 157
Engine coolant indicator ................. 64
Engine cover
– Closing ...................................... 40
– Opening .................................... 39
Engine
– engine cooling system fluid
level........................................... 147
– identification codes ................... 164
– marking ..................................... 163
– technical data............................ 165
Engine oil
– consumption ............................. 147
– level check ................................ 147
EOBD system ................................ 49
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
system ......................................... 42
Exterior lights ................................. 28
Extinguisher ................................... 36
Filling the tank ............................... 58
Fitting "Universal" child restraint
system ......................................... 96
Fix&Go automatic kit ...................... 119
Flashing ......................................... 28
Fluids and lubricants
(specifications) ............................. 179
Follow Me Home device ............. 29
ront airbags................................. 99
Fuel consumption .......................... 182Fuel cut-off system......................... 33
Fuel level gauge ............................. 64
Fuel supply..................................... 166
Fuses (replacement) ....................... 133
Gear Shift Indicator ....................... 64
Handbrake.................................... 105
Hazard warning lights..................... 33
HBA system ................................... 44
Headlights...................................... 41
– Adjusting the headlights
abroad ...................................... 41
– bulb replacement ...................... 129
– Light beam direction.................. 41
Heating and ventilation ................... 22
Hill Holder system .......................... 44
Identification data
– bodywork paint plate ................. 162
– chassis marking ........................ 162
– engine marking.......................... 163
Identification data
– identification data plate.............. 162
Ignition switch ................................ 14
– Steering lock ............................. 15
Installing electrical/electronic
devices ........................................ 50
Instrument panel ............................ 62
Interior fittings ................................ 34
Interiors (cleaning) .......................... 157
Jack.............................................. 122
Light clusters
– front light clusters (changing a
bulb).......................................... 129
– rear light clusters (changing a
bulb).......................................... 130
Lubricants (specifications) .............. 179
Luggage compartment / Engine
cover............................................ 39
Luggage compartment
– Opening .................................... 39
Luggage compartment roof light
– bulb replacement ...................... 132
Main beam headlights .................. 28
– bulb replacement ...................... 129
Maintenance and care
– heavy-duty use of the car .......... 144
– periodic checks ......................... 144
– scheduled servicing ................... 140
– scheduled servicing plan ........... 141
Manual climate control ................... 25
Menu options ................................. 66
Number plate lights
– bulb replacement ...................... 131
Oddments pocket......................... 35
On-board instruments
– display....................................... 62
– engine coolant temperature
indicator .................................... 64
– fuel level gauge ......................... 64
– On-board instruments ............... 62

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