18. Fuel Door Reminder
The arrow in this symbol is a reminder that the
Fuel Filler Door is located on the right side of
the vehicle.
19. Trip Odometer
This area of the cluster displays the total distance trav-
eled since the last Trip reset.
20. Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Light
This light informs you of a problem with the
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) system. The
light will come on when the ignition is first
turned ON and remain on briefly as a bulb
check. If the light does not come on during starting, have
the system checked by an authorized dealer.
If a problem is detected, the light will come on while the
engine is running. Cycle the ignition key when the
vehicle has completely stopped and the gear selector isplaced in the 1st position. The light should turn off.
If the light remains lit with the engine running, your
vehicle will usually be drivable. However, see an autho-
rized dealer for service as soon as possible. If the light is
flashing when the engine is running, immediate service is
required. You may experience reduced performance, an
elevated/rough idle or engine stall and your vehicle may
require towing.
21. Speedometer
Indicates vehicle speed.
22. “Alfa DNA” Driving Mode Indicator
This area of the cluster displays which driving mode the
vehicle is currently in. A letter (d, n, or a) corresponding
to the active driving mode (dynamic or race, natural, all
weather) and a dedicated message is shown on the
display.
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23. Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) Dis-
play
The Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC) fea-
tures a driver-interactive display that is located in the
instrument cluster. For further information, refer to
“Electronic Vehicle Information Center (EVIC)” in “Un-
derstanding Your Instrument Panel.”
EVIC Service Item Display
•Service Warning light – If Equipped
NOTE:The “Scheduled Servicing Plan” in-
cludes car maintenance at fixed intervals, refer
to theMaintenancechapter. This message is
displayed automatically along with the warn-
ing light when the key is turned to MAR-ON - 1242 miles
(2,000 km) before these deadlines and reappears every
124 miles (200 km). Below 124 miles (200 km) servicing
indications are more frequent. The indication will appearin miles or kilometers according to theUnit Of Measure-
mentsettings. When the next scheduled service is ap-
proaching 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 “Sched-
uled Servicing Plan” will be performed and the message
will be reset.
24. Odometer Display
The odometer display shows the total distance the ve-
hicle has been driven.
U.S. Federal regulations require that upon transfer of
vehicle ownership, the seller certify to the purchaser the
correct mileage that the vehicle has been driven. If your
odometer needs to be repaired or serviced, the repair
technician should leave the odometer reading the same
as it was before the repair or service. If s/he cannot do so,
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then the odometer must be set at zero, and a sticker must
be placed in the door jamb stating what the mileage was
before the repair or service. It is a good idea for you to
make a record of the odometer reading before the repair/
service, so that you can be sure that it is properly reset, or
that the door jamb sticker is accurate if the odometer
must be reset at zero.
25. Transmission Fault Indicator
This light will illuminate (together with a mes-
sage in the EVIC and a buzzer) to indicate a
transmission fault. Contact your authorized
dealer if the message remains after restarting
the engine.
26. Door Mirror Defrost Indicator
This indicator will illuminate when the Door
Mirror Defrost button on the instrument panel
is pushed to the ON position.27. Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Activation/
Malfunction Indicator Light
If the “ESC Activation/Malfunction Indicator
Light” comes on continuously with the engine
running, a malfunction has been detected in
the ESC system. If this light remains on after
several ignition cycles, and the vehicle has been driven
several miles (kilometers) at speeds greater than 30 mph
(48 km/h), see your authorized dealer as soon as possible
to have the problem diagnosed and corrected.
NOTE:
•Each time the ignition is turned to ON/RUN, the
ESC system will be ON, even if it was turned off
previously.
•The ESC system will make buzzing or clicking
sounds when it is active. This is normal; the sounds
will stop when ESC becomes inactive following the
maneuver that caused the ESC activation.
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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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Turn Hazard Flashers OFF (Manually).
If a reset procedure step is not completed within 60
seconds, then the turn signal lights will turn off and the
reset procedure must be performed again in order to be
successful.
FRONT TOW EYE USAGE
Your vehicle is equipped with a tow eye that can be used
to tow a disabled vehicle.
The front tow eye receptacle is located on the lower right
side of the front fascia.
To install the tow eye, remove the rubber plug and thread
the tow eye into the receptacle.NOTE:The front tow eye is found stored inside the Tire
Service Kit storage bag.
Front Tow Eye Installed
242 WHAT TO DO IN EMERGENCIES
CAUTION!
Using a transmission fluid other than the manufac-
turer ’s recommended fluid may cause deterioration
in transmission shift quality. Refer to “Fluids, Lubri-
cants, and Genuine Parts” in this section for fluid
specifications.
Special Additives
The manufacturer strongly recommends against using
any special additives in the transmission.
Transmission fluid is an engineered product and its
performance may be impaired by supplemental addi-
tives. Therefore, do not add any fluid additives to the
transmission. The only exception to this policy is the use
of special dyes for diagnosing fluid leaks.
CAUTION!
Do not use chemical flushes in your transmission as
the chemicals can damage your transmission compo-
nents. Such damage is not covered by the New
Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Fluid Level Check
The fluid level is preset at the factory and does not
require adjustment under normal operating conditions.
Routine fluid level checks are not required, therefore the
transmission has no dipstick. Your authorized dealer can
check your transmission fluid level using special service
tools. If you notice fluid leakage or transmission malfunc-
tion, visit your authorized dealer immediately to have
the transmission fluid level checked. Operating the ve-
hicle with an improper fluid level can cause severe
transmission damage.
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Your vehicle is equipped with an automatic oil change
indicator system. The oil change indicator system will
remind you that it is time to take your vehicle in for
scheduled maintenance.
Based on engine operation conditions, the oil change
indicator message will illuminate in the instrument clus-
ter. This means that an engine oil and engine oil filter
change is required for your vehicle. Operating conditions
such as frequent short-trips, trailer tow, extremely hot or
cold ambient temperatures, and E85 fuel usage will
influence when the “Change Oil” or “Oil Change Re-
quired” message is displayed. Severe Operating Condi-
tions can cause the change oil message to illuminate as
early as 3,500 miles (5,600 km) since last reset. Have your
vehicle serviced as soon as possible, within the next 500
miles (805 km).The Wrench Warning Light may appear in the cluster as
a service reminder when vehicle maintenance is required,
according to the scheduled maintenance mileage. The
maintenance schedule intervals are set by the manufac-
turer. Failure to have them carried out may void your
New Vehicle Warranty.
NOTE:The actual interval for changing the oil and
replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle
usage conditions and is signalled by the warning light or
message (if present) on the instrument panel or every 12
months.
Severe Duty All Models
In addition, if your vehicle is used under demanding
conditions, including:
•On the track
•On dusty roads
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