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WARNING!
To avoid serious injury or death:
•Only devices designed for use in this type of outlet
should be inserted into any 12 Volt outlet.
•Do not touch with wet hands.
•Close the lid when not in use and while driving the
vehicle.
•If this outlet is mishandled, it may cause an electric
shock and failure.
CAUTION!
•Many accessories that can be plugged in draw
power from the vehicle’s battery, even when not in
use (i.e., cellular phones, etc.). Eventually, if
plugged in long enough, the vehicle’s battery will
discharge sufficiently to degrade battery life and/or
prevent the engine from starting.
•Accessories that draw higher power (i.e., coolers,
vacuum cleaners, lights, etc.) will degrade the bat-
tery even more quickly. Only use these intermit-
tently and with greater caution.
•After the use of high power draw accessories, or
long periods of the vehicle not being started (with
accessories still plugged in), the vehicle must be
driven a sufficient length of time to allow the
generator to recharge the vehicle’s battery.
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7. Tachometer
This gauge measures engine revolutions per minute
(RPM x 1000). Before the pointer reaches the red area,
ease up on the accelerator to prevent engine damage.
8. Transmission Gear Status
This area of the cluster displays the current gear selected.
9. Outside Temperature
This area of the cluster displays the outside temperature
in degrees Fahrenheit or degrees Celsius.
10. Fuel Gauge
The digital display shows the amount of fuel in the tank.
The switching on of the digital warning light indicates
that 1 – 1.3 gallons of fuel are left in the tank; in this
situation, refuel as soon as possible.Do not travel with the fuel tank almost empty; any gaps
in fuel delivery could damage the catalytic converter.
11. Park/Headlight ON Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the park
lights or headlights are turned on.
12. High Beam Indicator
This indicator shows that the high beam head-
lights are on. Push the multifunction lever for-
ward to switch the headlights to high beam, and pull
toward yourself (normal position) to return to low beam.
13. Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
The Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is part of
an onboard diagnostic system, called OBD II, that
monitors engine and automatic transmission con-
trol systems. The light will illuminate when the key is in
the ON/RUN position, before engine start. If the bulb
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main menu item. Push and hold the SET/BACK arrow
button to return to the main menu from an info screen or
sub-menu item.
Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)
Setup Menu
The menu comprises a series of functions arranged in a
cycle. Push the UP
and DOWNbuttons to access
the different options and settings (setup).
The setup menu can be activated by pushing theSET/
BACKbutton. Single push on the UP
or DOWN
buttons will scroll through the setup menu op-
tions. The menu includes the following functions:
•Menu
•Speed Buzzer
•Trip B/Data
•Set Time•Set Date
•Autoclose
•Units
•Language
•Buzzer Volume
•Service
•Daylights (D.R.L.) – If Equipped
•Exit Menu
Selecting An Option Of The Main Menu Without
Submenu
1. Briefly push theSET/BACKbutton to select the main
menu option to set.
2. Push the UP
or DOWNbutton (by a single
push) to select the new setting.
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NOTE:The “Scheduled Servicing Plan” includes car
maintenance at fixed intervals, refer to theMaintenance
chapter. This message is displayed automatically along
with the
warning light when the key is turned to
MAR-ON - 1242 miles (2,000 km) before these dead-
lines and reappears every 124 miles (200 km). Below
124 miles (200 km) servicing indications are more
frequent. The indication will appear in miles or kilo-
meters according to theUnit Of Measurementset-
tings. When the next scheduled service is approaching
and the key is turned to MAR-ON, the word Service
will appear on the display, followed by the number of
miles or kilometers left. Contact a dedicated Alfa
Romeo Dealership. The operations in the “Scheduled
Servicing Plan” will be performed and the message
will be
reset.Day Lights — If Equipped
This function may be used to activate / deactivate the
Daytime Running Lamps.
Proceed as follows to switch this function on or off:
1. Briefly push theSET/BACKbutton to display the
three submenus.
2. Briefly push theSET/BACKbutton. “On” or “Off”
will flash on the display (according to previous set-
ting).
3. Push and release the UP
or DOWNbutton for
setting.
4. Briefly push theSET/BACKbutton to go back to the
menu screen, or push and hold the button (approxi-
mately one second) to go back to the main screen
without storing the settings.
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Exit Menu
This function closes the initial menu screen.
Briefly push theSET/BACKbutton to go back to the
main screen.
Push and release the
button to return to the first
menu option (Speed Buzzer).
Push and releasethebutton to return to the last
menu option (Daylights).
Change Engine Oil Indicator System
Your vehicle is equipped with an engine oil
change indicator system. The “Change Engine Oil” mes-
sage will flash in the EVIC display for approximately 10
seconds and the Oil Pressure Warning Light will illumi-
nate. The “Change Engine Oil” message in the EVIC and
the Oil Pressure Warning Light will turn off after ap-
proximately 10 seconds.NOTE:The reset of the Oil Change message must be
performed by an authorized dealer.
Trip Computer
The Trip Computer is located in the instrument cluster. It
features a driver-interactive display (displays informa-
tion such as trip information, range, fuel consumption,
average speed, and travel time).
Trip Button
TheTRIPbutton, located on the right steering column
stalk, can be used to display and to reset the trip values.
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Race (sports driving mode [D]).
This also acts on the dynamic car control systems (engine,
gearbox/transmission, ESC system).Driving Modes
The Alfa DNA system lever will always return to the
center position after use.
The selected driving mode is indicated by the corre-
sponding LED switching in the panel and by an indica-
tion on the display.
Dynamic Mode
Activation
Move the Alfa DNA system lever upwards (to the letter
“D”) and hold in this position for half a second, until the
corresponding LED lights up and the Dynamic mode
activation indicator appears on the display.
When Dynamic mode is activated, the turbocharger
pressure and engine oil temperature screen is displayed
automatically. When released, the Alfa DNA system lever
will return to the central position.
Alfa DNA Mode Selector
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Natural Mode
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Anti-Slip Regu-
lation (ASR) systems:
ESC and ASR system thresholds are aimed at providing
comfort and safety in normal grip and driving condi-
tions.
Electronic Q2 system:
The system is calibrated to ensure the best driving
comfort.
Engine And Gearbox/Transmission:
Standard response shifting.
All Weather Mode
Activation
Move the Alfa DNA system lever downwards (to the
letter “A”) and hold in this position for half a second,until the corresponding LED lights up and the All
Weather mode activation indicator appears on the dis-
play.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Anti-Slip Regu-
lation (ASR) systems:
ESC and ASR system thresholds are aimed at ensuring
maximum safety in low-grip driving conditions. It is
advisable to select All Weather mode in the presence of
low-grip road surfaces.
Electronic Q2 System:
The system is deactivated.
Engine And Gearbox/Transmission:
Standard response shifting.
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WARNING!
Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces gener-
ated by excessive wheel speeds may cause damage, or
even failure, of the axle and tires. A tire could
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your vehi-
cle’s wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h) or for
longer than 30 seconds continuously without stop-
ping when you are stuck and do not let anyone near
a spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE SYSTEM
In the event of an impact, if the communication network
remains intact, and the power remains intact, depending
on the nature of the event the ORC will determine
whether to have the Enhanced Accident Response Sys-
tem perform the following functions:
•Cut off fuel to the engine.•Flash hazard lights as long as the battery has power or
until the ignition key is turned off.
•Turn on the interior lights, which remain on as long as
the battery has power or until the ignition key is
removed.
•Unlock the doors automatically.
After the event occurs, when the system is active, in
addition to the message Fuel Cutoff See Handbook, a
specific soft telltale is displayed.
Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks in the engine
compartment and on the ground near the engine com-
partment and fuel tank before resetting the system and
starting the engine.
System Reset Procedure
Depending on the nature of the event the left and right
turn signal lights, located in the instrument panel cluster,
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