2015 Alfa Romeo Giulietta brake pads

“Natural” mode
When “Natural” mode is selected, no
messages or symbols are shown on the
display.
ESC and ASR systems:intervention
thresholds aimed at comfort and safety
in normal grip and driving conditions.
"ELECTRONIC Q2" system:the
system is calibrated to ensure the best
driving comfort.
Steering wheel tuning:functions
aimed at comfort in normal conditions
of use.
DST:braking standard control
coordinated with ABS/ESC. Standard
control over lateral acceleration.
Oversteer compensation: a slight pulse
on the steering wheel encourages the
driver to carry out the most appropriate
manoeuvre.
Engine:standard response.ENGAGEMENT/
DISENGAGEMENT OF
“Dynamic” MODE
Engagement
Move lever A fig. 75 upwards (next to
the letter “d”) and hold in this position
for 0.5 seconds until the corresponding
LED lights up or the word “Dynamic”
appears on the display (see fig. 78).Upon release, lever A returns to the
central position.
ESC and ASR:intervention thresholds
that allow more enjoyable, sportier
driving whilst guaranteeing stability of
the vehicle.
"ELECTRONIC Q2" system:the
system is calibrated to increase traction
whilst accelerating on bends,
improving the vehicle agility
Steering wheel tuning:uses the
sports mode function.
DST:braking standard control
coordinated with ABS/ESC. Standard
control over lateral acceleration.
Oversteering compensation depending
on the ESC/ASR intervention
thresholds: a slight movement on the
steering wheel encourages the driver to
carry out the most appropriate
manoeuvre.
Engine:prompter response +
Overboost to maximise torque (for
versions/markets, where provided).
RAB:by pre-positioning of the brake
pads (front and rear) following a rapid
release of the accelerator pedal to
reduce braking times, shorten stopping
distances and improve the brake pedal
feeling.
77A0K0592
78A0K1510
67
IMPORTANT For versions/markets,
where provided, switching to "Dynamic"
mode is automatically disabled in the
first kilometres in order to guarantee
correct settling of the mechanical
components. If an attempt to activate
the system is made before this limit, the
display will show a dedicated message
to remind the driver that this request
cannot be fulfilled.

Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
amberABS FAILURE
When the key is turned to MAR-ON, the warning
light switches on but should switch off after a few
seconds.
The warning light (or symbol on the display)
switches on when the system is inefficient. In this
case the braking system will work as normal, but
without the extra performance offered by the
ABS.
The display shows the dedicated message.Drive carefully and contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership as soon as possible.
amberBRAKE PAD WEAR
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light (or symbol on the display)
switches on when the front and rear brake pads
are worn.
The display shows the dedicated message.Have them replaced as soon as possible.
amberPASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DEACTIVATED
The warning light (located in the trim above the
internal rear view mirror) switches on deactivating
the front passenger side airbag.
With front passenger airbag on, when the ignition
key is turned to MAR-ON, the warning light
switches on constantly for several seconds and
then it should switch off.
If the
warning light flashes, this indicates a fault
in the
warning light.
68)
112
KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL

Thousands of miles 9 18 27 36 45 54 63 72 81 90
Thousands of kilometres 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
Years12345678910
Check operation of windscreen wiper/washer system and
adjust jets, if necessary●●●●●
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment
locks, as well as cleanliness and lubrication of linkages●●●●●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary●●●●●
Visually inspect condition and wear of front disc brake
pads and operation of pad wear indicator●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition and wear of rear disc brake pads
and operation of pad wear indicator (for versions/markets,
where provided)●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition and tensioning of accessory
drive belt(s) (for versions without automatic tensioner only)●
Visually inspect condition of toothed timing drive belt●
Check and, if necessary, top up the Alfa TCT control oil
level (for versions/markets, where provided) (1)●●●●●
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (1.4 Turbo Petrol
and 1.4 Turbo MultiAir versions) (2)●●●●●
(1) Check to be carried out every year for cars on the road in countries with particularly severe climates (cold countries).
(2) If the vehicle is used mainly around town or the annual km is less than 10,000 km, the engine oil and engine oil filter must be changed every year.
198
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

Thousands of miles 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Thousands of kilometres 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200
Years12345678910
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment
locks, as well as cleanliness and lubrication of linkages●●●●●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary●●●●●
Visually inspect condition and wear of front disc brake
pads and operation of pad wear indicator●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition and wear of rear disc brake pads
and operation of pad wear indicator (for versions/markets,
where provided)●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition and tensioning of accessory
drive belt(s) (for versions without automatic tensioner only)●●
Check and, if necessary, top up the Alfa TCT control oil
level (for versions/markets, where provided) (1)●
Change engine oil and replace oil filter (2) (3)
(1) Check to be carried out every year for cars on the road in countries with particularly severe climates (cold countries).
(2) The actual interval for changing engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signalled by the warning light or
message in the instrument panel. Anyway, it must never exceed 2 years.
(3) If the car is mainly used in towns and cities, change the engine oil and filter every year.
202
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE●●●●

Fault Possible solution
... THE ENGINE DOES NOT START OR
STOPS WHEN DRIVING.Check that there is sufficient fuel in the tank. See page 245.
... THE ENGINE DOES NOT START
FOLLOWING AN IMPACT.Check whether the fuel cut-off system has
intervened.See page 45.
... ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE TOO
HIGH INDICATION.Check the engine coolant level.See page 209, contact an
Alfa Romeo Dealership.
... EXCESSIVE BRAKE PAD WEAR
INDICATION.Replace the worn brake pads.Contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
... IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO ENGAGE THE
GEARS.Have the gearbox/transmission checked.Contact a dedicated Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
... LOSS OF ENGINE PERFORMANCE,
POOR DRIVEABILITY, HIGH EXHAUST
EMISSIONS AND CONSUMPTION.Have the EOBD/injection system checked.See page 74, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
... THE ABS DOES NOT WORK. Have the ABS checked.See page 63, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.