2015 Alfa Romeo Giulietta snow chains

The activation of the Dynamic mode is
also shown by the change in the
instrument panel lighting that, after
decreasing, reaches the highest
luminosity and then returns to the
previously set values.
Disengagement
To deactivate “Dynamic” mode and
return to “Natural”, repeat the same
movement of the lever within the same
times. In this case, the LED
corresponding to “Natural” mode will
light up and the words “Natural on” will
appear on the display (see fig. 79).ENGAGEMENT/
DISENGAGEMENT OF “All
Weather” MODE
Engagement
Move lever A fig. 75 downwards (to the
letter “a”) and hold in this position for
0.5 seconds until the corresponding
LED lights up or the word “All Weather”
appears on the display (see fig. 80).
ESC and ASR systems:intervention
thresholds aimed at guaranteeing
the maximum safety in low grip driving
conditions. It is recommended to
activate the "All Weather" mode when
fitting snow chains.
"ELECTRONIC Q2" system:the
system is deactivated.
Steering wheel tuning:maximum
comfort.DST:higher braking 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:standard response.
Disengagement
To deactivate “All Weather” mode and
return to “Natural”, carry out the same
procedure described for “Dynamic”
mode, but move lever A fig. 75 to “a”.
IMPORTANT
❒It is not possible to switch directly
from “Dynamic” mode to “All
Weather” mode and vice versa. You
must always first go back to “Natural”
mode and then select the other
mode.
❒The driving mode engaged before the
engine stops is maintained when it is
next started.
❒In the event of system failure or a
fault with lever A, no driving modes
can be selected. The display will
show a warning message.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR

OPERATING CONDITIONS
50) 51) 52) 53) 54) 55)
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.

STARTING AND DRIVING
Let’s get to the "heart" of the car:
seeing how you can exploit all of its
potential to the full.
We’ll look at how to drive it in any
situation, so that it can be a welcome
companion, with our comfort and
our wallets in mind.STARTING THE ENGINE ................148
PARKING ........................................149
USING THE GEARBOX ...................150
ALFA TCT .......................................151
SAVING FUEL .................................158
TOWING TRAILERS ........................160
SNOW TYRES ................................160
SNOW CHAINS...............................161
STORING THE CAR ........................162
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WARNING
111) The maximum speed for snow
tyres marked “Q” is 160 km/h,
while it is 190 km/h for “T” tyres
and 210 km/h for "H" tyres. The
highway code speed limits must
however always be complied with.
SNOW CHAINS
The use of snow chains should be in
compliance with local regulations.
Snow chains can be fitted to the tyres
of the front wheels (drive wheels) only.
Check the tension of the snow chains
after the first few metres have been
driven.
Use low-clearance snow chains: on all
versions, for 195/55 R16", 205/55 R16"
and 225/45 R17" size tyres use
low-clearance snow chains with a
maximum projection beyond the tyre
profile of 9 mm.
23)
IMPORTANT The space-saver wheel
cannot be fitted with snow chains. If a
front (drive) wheel is punctured and
snow chains must be used, you must
remove a normal wheel from the rear
axle and replace it with the space-saver
wheel. In this way, with two normal
drive wheels, it is possible to use snow
chains.
IMPORTANT
23) Keep your speed down when
snow chains are fitted; do not
exceed 50 km/h. Avoid potholes,
steps and pavements and avoid
driving for long distances on
roads not covered with snow to
prevent damaging the car and the
road surface.
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115) Car handling is modified with
the space-saver wheel fitted.
Avoid violent acceleration and
braking, abrupt steering and fast
cornering. The overall duration
of the space-saver wheel is of
about 3000 km, after which the
relevant tyre must be replaced
with another one of the same
type. Never install a traditional
tyre on a rim designed to be used
as a space-saver wheel. Have
the wheel repaired and refitted as
soon as possible. Using two or
more space-saver wheels at the
same time is forbidden. Do not
grease the bolt threads before you
fit them, because they could
suddenly come loose.116) Use the jack only to replace
wheels on the car with which it
is supplied or on other cars of the
same model. Never use the jack
for other purposes, such as lifting
other car models. Never use it
for repair operations under the
car. 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
space-saver 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 space-saver
wheel on the rear axle. In this
way, with two normal front drive
wheels, it is possible to use snow
chains.
117) Incorrect hub cap assembly
may cause it to come off when the
car is moving. Never tamper with
the inflation 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").
IMPORTANT
26) Contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership as soon as possible to
have the correct tightening of
the wheel bolts checked.
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RIMS AND TYRES PROVIDED AS STANDARD
Versions Rims Tyres provided Snow tyresSpace-saver wheel
Rim Tyre
1.4 Turbo
Petrol
MultiAir
M
M
7Jx16 H2 ET 41 (*)195/55 R16 91V
REINFORCED (*)195/55 R16 91Q
REINFORCED (*)
T135/70 R16
100M
T125/80 R17
99M4Bx16ET22
4Bx17ET25 7Jx16 H2 ET 41 205/55 R16 91V 205/55 R16 91Q
7 1/2 Jx17 H2 ET 41 225/45 R17 91W 225/45 R17 91Q
7 1/2 Jx18 H2 ET 41
(*)225/40 R18 92W
REINFORCED (*) (**)225/40 R18 92Q
REINFORCED
1.4 Turbo
Petrol(***)
MultiAir(***)
1.6 JTD
M(***)
2.0 JTD
M(***)7 1/2 Jx17 H2 ET 41 225/45 R17 91W 225/45 R17 91Q
T125/80 R17
99M4Bx17ET25
7 1/2 Jx18 H2 ET 41225/40 R18 92W
REINFORCED (**)225/40 R18 92Q
REINFORCED
1750 Turbo
Petrol(*)7 1/2 Jx17 H2 ET 41 225/45 R17 91W 225/45 R17 91Q
T125/80 R17
99M4Bx17ET25
7 1/2 Jx18 H2 ET 41225/40 R18 92W
REINFORCED (**)225/40 R18 92Q
REINFORCED
(*) For versions/markets, where provided
(**) Tyres which cannot be fitted with chains
(***) Versions with oversized brake calipers
On versions with 195/55 R16", 205/55 R16" e 225/45 R17" tyres, reduced size snow chains can be used, with a maximum
projection of 9 mm beyond the tyre profile.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
1.4 Turbo
2.0JTD 1.6JTD
1.4Turbo

Ski compartment ........................... 47
“Smart Bag” system (Multistage
front airbags)................................ 140
Snow chains ................................. 161
Snow tyres ..................................... 160
Speedometer (speed indicator) ...... 96
Starting the engine ......................... 148
Starting the engine ......................... 164
– Bump starting ........................... 164
– Jump starting ............................ 164
Start&Stop system ......................... 69
Steering lock .................................. 16
Steering system ............................. 235
Steering wheel ............................... 19
Storage compartments .................. 46
Storing the car ............................... 162
Sun visors ...................................... 48
Suspension .................................... 234
Symbols......................................... 10
Technical specifications ................ 222
The keys ........................................ 11
– CODE Card ............................... 11
– Key without remote control........ 11
– Key with remote control............. 11
Third brake lights
– bulb replacement ...................... 179
Towing the car ............................... 192
– Attaching the tow hook ............. 192
Towing trailers ................................ 160– Installing a tow hook.................. 160
Transmission .................................. 232
TRIP button.................................... 98
Trip Computer ................................ 96
Ty r e s
– correct tyre reading ................... 236
– Fix&Go Automatic (kit) ............... 170
– inflation pressure ....................... 239
Using the Gearbox........................ 150
Warning lights and messages ....... 99
Weights.......................................... 242
Welcome movement ...................... 85
Wheel rims
– correct reading of the rim
code ......................................... 236
Wheels and tyres ........................... 212
– changing a wheel ...................... 165
– spare wheel............................... 236
– tyre inflation pressure................. 239
Wheels and tyres provided ............. 238
Wheels ........................................... 236
– rims and tyres ........................... 236
Window bags (side airbags for
head protection) ........................... 144
Window cleaning............................ 38
Windows (cleaning) ........................ 217
Windscreen/rear window wiper
– blades ....................................... 213
Windscreen washer– windscreen washer fluid level .... 209
Windscreen washer nozzles ........... 214
Windscreen washer/wiper .............. 38
– “Smart washing” function .......... 39
Windscreen wiper
– replacing wiper blades............... 213
Wiring for radio system .................. 75
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