2015 Alfa Romeo Giulietta warning light

WARNING
48) When replacing the battery,
always contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership. The replacement
battery should be of the same
type (HEAVY DUTY) and should
have the same characteristics.
49) Before opening the bonnet,
make sure that the engine is off
and that the ignition key is in
the STOP position. Follow the
instructions on the dedicated
label on the front crossmember
(fig. 85). We recommend that you
remove the key from the ignition if
other people remain in the car.
The car should always be left after
the key has been removed or
turned to the STOP position.
During refuelling, make sure that
the engine is off (and that the
ignition key is in the STOP
position).
iTPMS (indirect Tyre
Pressure
Monitoring System)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
DESCRIPTION
The car can be equipped with the
iTPMS (indirect Tyre Pressure
Monitoring System) which monitors the
tyre inflation status thanks to wheel
speed sensors.
The system warns the driver if one or
more tyres are flat by the dedicated
warning light
continuously on and a
warning message on the display.
If one tyre only is flat, the system can
indicate its position: it is anyway
recommended to check the pressure
on all four tyres.
This indication is displayed also when
turning the engine off and on again until
the RESET procedure is carried out.
RESET PROCEDURE
The iTPMS system needs an initial
"self-learning" phase (with length
depending on the driving style and road
conditions: optimal conditions being
RESET procedure is carried out.❒whenever the tyre pressure is
modified;
❒when even only one tyre is changed;
❒when tyres are rotated/inverted;
❒when the space-saver wheel is fitted.
Before carrying out the RESET, inflate
the tyres to the rated pressure values
specified in the inflation pressure table
(see "Wheels" paragraph in the
"Technical specifications" section).
If the RESET is not carried out, in all
above cases, the warning lightmay
give false indications on one or more
tyres.
To carry out the RESET, with the car
stopped and the ignition key at
MAR-ON, press the button
fig. 86 on
the dashboard for 2 seconds; after
the RESET, the display shows a
dedicated message, indicating that the
"self-learning" has started.
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The Reset procedure must be carried
out:
which starts when driving
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OPERATING CONDITIONS
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The system is active for speeds above
15 km/h.
In a few situations such as sporty
driving, particular conditions of the road
surface (e.g. icy, snowy, unsurfaced
roads) the signalling may be delayed
Under special conditions (e.g. car
loaded asymmetrically on one side,
towing a trailer, damaged or worn tyre,
fitting the space-saver wheel, use of the
"Fix&Go Automatic" kit, fitting snow
chains, fitting different tyres on the
axles) the system may give false
indications or be temporarily
deactivated.
If the system is temporarily deactivated
the
warning light flashes for about
75 seconds and then is continuously
on; at the same time, the display shows
a dedicated message.
This indication is displayed also after
the engine has been switched off and
then on again if the correct operating
conditions are not restored.IMPORTANT
INFORMATION
WARNING
50) If the system signals a pressure
decrease on a specific tyre, it is
recommended to check the
pressure on all four tyres.
51) iTPMS does not relieve the
driver from the obligation to check
the tyre pressure every month; it
is not even to be considered a
replacing system for maintenance
or a safety system.
52) Tyre pressure must be checked
with tyres 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.
53) The iTPMS cannot indicate
sudden tyre pressure drops (for
example when a tyre bursts).
In this case, stop the car, braking
with caution and avoiding abrupt
steering.54) The system only warns that the
tyre pressure is low: it is not able
to inflate them.
55) An insufficient tyre inflation
increases fuel consumption,
reduces the tread duration and
may affect the capacity of driving
safely.
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or partial in detecting the contemporary
deflation of more than one tyre.

EOBD SYSTEM
(European On
Board Diagnosis)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Operation
The EOBD system (European On Board
Diagnosis) carries out a continuous
diagnosis of the components of the car
related to emissions.
It also alerts the driver, by switching on
the
warning light on the instrument
panel, together with a message on
the display, when these components
are no longer in peak condition (see
“Warning lights and messages”
paragraph in the "Knowing the
instrument panel" chapter).
The aim of the EOBD system (European
On Board Diagnosis) is to:
❒monitor the system efficiency;
❒indicate an increase in emissions;
❒indicate the need to replace
damaged components.The car also has a connector, which
can interface with appropriate tools,
that makes it possible to read the error
codes stored in the electronic control
units together with a series of specific
parameters for engine operation and
diagnosis. This check can also be
carried out by the traffic control
authorities.
IMPORTANT After eliminating a fault, to
check the system completely, the Alfa
Romeo Dealership is obliged to run
tests and, if necessary, road tests
which may also require a long journey.
DUAL PINION
ACTIVE STEERING
Operation
This only operates with the key turned
to MAR-ON and the engine started.
The steering allows the force required
at the steering wheel to be adjusted
to suit driving conditions. The different
power assistance modes can be
selected via the d, n, a positions of the
“Alfa DNA System” lever (see paragraph
entitled “Alfa DNA System”).
56)
IMPORTANT After the battery is
disconnected, the steering must be
initialised. The warning light switches on
to indicate this. To carry out this
procedure, simply turn the steering
wheel all the way from one end to the
other or drive in a straight line for about
a hundred metres.
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Opening
Press flap A fig. 94 to release it and
access fuel tank cap B. Then press cap
B and turn it anticlockwise.
61)
The cap is provided with a loss
prevention device C which attaches it
to the flap and prevents it from being
lost. Attach the cap to device D during
refuelling.
Emergency flap opening
In case of emergency, pull the cord A
fig. 95 on the right-hand side of the
boot to open the fuel flap.
Pulling the cord will unlock the flap: it
will then be necessary to press on
the flap to open it.Closure
Release cap B from device D and insert
it in its housing. Then tighten the cap
clockwise until one or more clicks
are heard. Finally, close flap A checking
that it is correctly locked.
The sealing may cause a slight pressure
increase in the tank. A little breathing
off, while slackening the cap is
absolutely normal.
WARNING
61) Keep naked flames or lit
cigarettes away from the fuel tank
filler: fire risk. Avoid bringing
your face close to the filler, in
order not to breathe in harmful
vapours.
PROTECTING THE
ENVIRONMENT
The following devices are used for
reducing petrol fuel engine emissions:
catalytic converter, oxygen sensors and
evaporation control system
The following devices are used for
reducing diesel fuel engine emissions:
oxidising catalytic converter, exhaust
gas recirculation system (EGR) and
particulate filter (DPF).
62)
DIESEL PARTICULATE
FILTER (DPF)
(Diesel Particulate Filter)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The Diesel Particulate Filter is a
mechanical filter, integral to the exhaust
system, that physically traps carbon
particles present in the exhaust gases
of diesel engines.
The diesel particulate filter is needed to
eliminate almost all carbon particle
emissions in compliance with
current/future regulations and
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During standard use of the vehicle, the
engine control unit records a set of data
(e.g.: travel time, type of route,
temperatures, etc.) and it will then
calculate how much particulate has
been trapped by the filter.
Since this filter physically traps
particulate, it should be periodically
regenerated (cleaned) at regular
intervals by burning carbon particles.
The regeneration procedure is
controlled automatically by the engine
management control unit according
to the filter conditions and vehicle use
conditions.
During the regeneration there may be a
limited increase in the engine idle
speed, fan activation, a limited increase
in fumes and high temperatures at the
exhaust.
These are not faults; they do not impair
normal car performance or damage
the environment. If the dedicated
message is displayed, see contents of
"Warning lights and messages"
paragraph, in chapter "Knowing the
instrument panel".
WARNING
62) The catalytic converter and
particulate filter (DPF) reach very
high temperatures during
operation. Therefore do not park
the car on flammable materials
(e.g. grass, dry leaves, pine
needles, etc.): fire hazard.
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
This section of the booklet gives you all
the information you need to
understand, interpret and use the
instrument panel correctly.DISPLAY ......................................... 84
MENU ITEMS .................................. 87
CONTROL PANEL AND
INSTRUMENTS ............................... 94
TRIP COMPUTER ........................... 96
WARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES ................................... 99
- LOW BRAKE FLUID/HANDBRAKE
ENGAGED .......................................... 99
- EBD FAILURE .................................. 100
- AIRBAG FAILURE ............................. 100
- SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED .......... 100
- ALTERNATOR FAILURE ................... 101
- LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ......... 102
-DEGRADED ENGINE OIL (for
versions/markets, where provided) ..... 103
- ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
TOO HIGH .......................................... 105
- ALFA TCT FAILURE .......................... 106
-INCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING ........ 106
-SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED ................. 106
- DUAL PINION ACTIVE STEERING
FAILURE ............................................. 107
- ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEM
FAILURE/ALARM FAILURE ................. 107
- FUEL RESERVE/LIMITED RANGE .... 108
- GENERAL FAILURE ......................... 109
- GENERAL FAILURE ......................... 110
-REAR FOG LIGHTS ........................... 111
- ABS FAILURE ................................... 112
-BRAKE PAD WEAR ........................... 112
- PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG
DEACTIVATED .................................... 112
- INJECTION/EOBD SYSTEM
FAILURE ............................................. 113
- GLOW PLUG HEATING/GLOW
PLUG HEATING FAILURE (diesel
versions) ............................................. 114-WATER IN DIESEL FILTER (diesel
versions) ............................................. 114
- DPF CLEANING (particulate trap) in
progress (diesel versions with DPF
only) ................................................... 116
- iTPMS SYSTEM ............................... 117
- ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
(ESC) SYSTEM ................................... 119
- ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
(ESC) SYSTEM ................................... 120
- CRUISE CONTROL (for
versions/markets, where provided) ..... 121
- SIDE LIGHTS ................................... 121
- FOLLOW ME HOME ........................ 121
- DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS .......... 121
- FOG LIGHTS .................................... 121
- LEFT-HAND DIRECTION
- RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION
INDICATOR ........................................ 122
- MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS .............. 122
-FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM ................... 123
- POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD ................ 123
- BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE ................... 123
- DUSK SENSOR FAILURE ................. 123
- RAIN SENSOR FAILURE .................. 124
- PARKING SENSOR FAILURE ........... 124
-START&STOP SYSTEM
ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION (for
versions/markets, where provided) ..... 125
-START&STOP FAILURE .................... 125
- DISPLAY OF SELECTED DRIVING
MODE (“Alfa DNA” system) ................. 126
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INDICATOR.......................................... 122

CONTROL PANEL AND INSTRUMENTS.
VERSIONS WITH MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY
A. Speedometer (speed indicator) – B. Multifunction display – C. Rev counter – D. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light – E. Engine coolant
temperature indicator with overheating warning light
Warning lights supplied on diesel versions only. On diesel versions, the end of scale for the rev counter is 6000
rpm
IMPORTANT The illumination of the instrument panel graphics may vary according to version.
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VERSIONS WITH RECONFIGURABLE MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY
A. Speedometer (speed indicator) – B. Reconfigurable multifunction display – C. Rev counter – D. Fuel level gauge with reserve warning light – E.
Engine coolant temperature indicator with overheating warning light
Warning lights supplied on diesel versions only. On diesel versions, the end of scale for the rev counter is 6000
rpm
IMPORTANT The illumination of the instrument panel graphics may vary according to version.
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