5 = fifth gear;
6 = sixth gear;
R = reverse.
The car always starts in neutral. When
1st gear is requested, the system
forces the selection ofAUTOmode.
IMPORTANT If 10 seconds elapse with
the ignition key in theMAR-ON
position and the display does not show
the gear engaged, turn the key to the
STOPposition, wait for the display to
switch off and then repeat the
procedure. If the fault persists, contact
a dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
ACOUSTIC SIGNAL
For safety reasons, an acoustic signal is
emitted when the car is parked with the
transmission in neutral (N) (the signal
can be heard when the ignition key is
turned toSTOP).
With the car stationary, the engine
started and (1st) gear or (R) engaged,
the system activates the acoustic signal
and automatically places the
transmission in neutral (N) when:
the accelerator and/or brake pedal
are not operated for at least 3 minutes;
the brake pedal is pressed for longer
than 10 minutes;
the driver's door is opened and the
accelerator pedal or the brake pedal are
not operated for at least one and a half
seconds;
a fault has been detected in the
transmission.
PARKING THE CAR
When parking and leaving the car,
proceed as follows:
engage a gear (1st gear if facing
uphill or reverse if facing downhill) and
leave the wheels turned;
stop the engine and engage the
handbrake.
Block the wheels with a wedge or a
stone if the car is parked on a steep
slope.
Wait until the indication of the gear
engaged disappears on the display
before releasing the brake pedal.
IMPORTANT:NEVERleave the car with
the transmission in neutral.
GENERAL WARNINGSWith car stationary and gear
engaged, always keep the brake pedal
pressed until you decide to set off, then
release the brake and accelerate
gradually.
During prolonged stops with the
engine running, it is advisable to keep
the transmission in neutral (N).
In order to safeguard the efficiency of
the clutch, do not use the accelerator
to keep the car stationary (e.g. when
stopped on an incline). The clutch could
overheat and be damaged: use the
brake pedal or the handbrake and onlyoperate the accelerator pedal when you
decide to set off.
If, with reverse gear (R) engaged,
you have to engage 1st gear or vice
versa, only do this when the car is
completely stationary and with the
brake pedal pressed.
If it is necessary to proceed downhill
with transmission in neutral (N) for
unexpected reasons, bearing in mind
that this practice is highly inadvisable,
remember that when gear engagement
is requested, the system will
automatically engage the best gear to
permit the correct transmission of drive
torque to the wheels, according to the
speed of the car.
When necessary, it is possible to
engage 1st gear, reverse (R) or neutral (
N) with the engine off, the key at
MAR-ON and the brake pressed. In this
case, change gear leaving at least 5
seconds between one gear change and
the next, in order to safeguard the
operation of the hydraulic system, and
the pump in particular.
For uphill departures, it is advisable
to accelerate gradually but fully
immediately after releasing the
handbrake or the brake pedal; this
allows the engine to temporarily
increase the number of revs and tackle
the steepest gradients with more torque
at the wheels.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
IMPORTANT
19)Be careful to position the lift arms
correctly at the points illustrated, in order to
prevent damage to the carbon fibre chassis
and the bodywork components.
20)To avoid damage to the carbon fibre
chassis, the car cannot be raised with
standard hydraulic jacks, only with suitable
lowered hydraulic jacks. Contact a
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
TOWING THE CAR
21)
The tow hook provided with the car is
located in the tool box in the luggage
compartment.
ATTACHING THE TOW
HOOK
Take tow hook A and tighten it fully onto
the threaded pin fig. 120.
115) 116) 117)
IMPORTANT
21)The tow hook attachment is only
available at the front end of the car.
WARNING
115)Before towing, turn the key to MAR
and then to STOP without extracting it. The
steering column will automatically lock
when the key is removed and the wheels
cannot be steered. Also check that the
transmission is in neutral (N)
116)When towing, remember that the
assistance of the brake servo is absent.
Consequently, more force is required at the
pedal in order to brake. Do not use flexible
cables when towing and avoid jerky
movements. Make sure not to damage
parts in contact with the car while towing.
When towing the vehicle, you must comply
with all specific traffic regulations and
adopt an appropriate driving behaviour. Do
not start the engine while towing the car.
Before tightening the ring, clean the
threaded housing thoroughly. Make sure
that the ring is fully screwed into the
housing before towing the car.
117)The tow hook must be used
exclusively for roadside assistance
operations. You are allowed to tow the
vehicle for short distances using an
appropriate device in accordance with the
highway code (a rigid bar), to move the
vehicle on the road in readiness for towing
or transport via a tow truck. Tow hooks
MUST NOT be used to tow vehicles off the
road or where there are obstacles and/or
for towing operations using cables or other
non-rigid devices. In compliance with the
above conditions, towing must take place
with the two vehicles (one towing, the other
towed) aligned as much as possible along
the same centre line.
120A0L0107
125
Thousands of kilometres 20 40 60 80 100 120
Months 12 24 36 48 60 72
Check condition and wear of rear brake pads and discs, and
operation of pad wear indicator●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top-up fluid levels (engine cooling,
brakes, windscreen washer, etc.)●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition of the accessory drive belt(s)●
Inspect the conditions of toothed timing drive belt●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary (or every 12
months)●●●●●●
Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine and automatic
transmission management system operation and engine oil
degradation
●●●●●●
Check and possible top up of oil level for the dual clutch
automatic transmission●
Replace spark plugs (#)●●
Replace accessory drive belt(s)●
Replace toothed timing drive belt (*)●
Replace the air cleaner cartridge●●●●●●
(#) The following are essential to ensure correct operation and prevent serious damage to the engine: only use spark plugs of the same make and type whichare
specially certified for such engines (see the information in the “Engine” paragraph in the “Technical specifications” section); strictly comply with the spark plug
replacement interval given in the Scheduled Servicing Plan; for spark plug replacement, it is advisable to contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
(*) Irrespective of the mileage, the timing drive belt must be changed every 4 years for heavy-duty use (cold climates, town use, long periods of idling) or at least
every 5 years.
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UseFluid and lubricant specifications for correct vehicle
operationOriginal fluids and
lubricantsApplications
Lubricants and
greases for drive
transmissionSAE 75W 85 grade synthetic lubricant
FIAT 9.55550-MZ3 classification.TUTELA TRANSMISSION
GEARTECH
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F704.C08TCT automatic
transmission
Specific fluid for electro-hydraulic ratio selector actuators
FIAT 9.55550-SA1 classificationTUTELA CS SPEED
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F005.F98Lubricant for
electro-hydraulic actuator
Molybdenum disulphide grease, for use at high
temperatures. N.L.G.I. consistency 1-2
FIAT 9.55580 classificationTUTELA ALL STAR
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F702.G07Wheel side constant
velocity joints
Grease for constant velocity joints with low friction
coefficient. N.L.G.I. consistency 0-1
FIAT 9.55580 classificationTUTELA STAR 700
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F701.C07Differential side constant
velocity joints
Brake fluidSynthetic fluid for brake and clutch systems. Exceeds
specifications: FMVSS no. 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925, SAE
J1704
FIAT 9.55597 classificationTUTELA TOP 4
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F001.A93Hydraulic brakes and
hydraulic clutch controls
Protective agent for
radiatorsRed protective with antifreeze action, based on inhibited
monoethyl glycol with organic formula. Exceeds CUNA
NC 956-16, ASTM D 3306 specifications.
FIAT 9.55523 classificationPARAFLU
UP(*)
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F101.M01Percentage of use: 50%
distilled water 50%PARAFLUUP(**)
Windscreen washer
fluidMixture of alcohol, water and surfactants CUNA NC
956-11
FIAT 9.55522 classificationTUTELA PROFESSIONAL
SC 35
Contractual Technical
Reference No. F201.D02To be used diluted or
undiluted in windscreen
washer/wiper systems
Adhesive for glassesMS Polymerbase adhesive
FIAT 9.55738/C classificationSIMSON ISR 70-08 APSticking the glasses on
the body
(*)IMPORTANT Do not top up or mix with other fluids which have different specifications from those described.
(**)When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh weather conditions, we recommend using a mixture of 60% PARAFLUUPand 40% demineralised water.
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Oddments pocket............34
On-board instruments
display..................58
engine coolant temperature
indicator.................60
fuel level gauge............60
On-board instruments........58
rev counter...............60
Speedometer..............60
Parking...................96
Handbrake...............96
Parking lights................28
Parking sensors..............48
Passenger side front airbag.......90
Passenger side front airbag and
child restraint systems........91
Performance...............160
Plafoniera bagagliaio
sostituzione lampada........119
Plugs (type)................149
Power socket................34
Pre-Fill system (RAB - Ready Alert
Brake)...................43
Pretensioners................86
Load limiters..............86
Protecting the environment.......56
Pulsante TRIP RESET..........66
Radio system...............47
Radio transmitters and mobile
phones................5,48Raising the car..............124
Rear direction indicators........117
Rear fog light................32
Rear fog light/reversing light......118
Rear view mirrors.............20
Internal mirror.............20
Refuelling.................162
Refuelling the car.............54
Rev counter.................60
Rims
dimensions..............157
rims and tyres............155
wheels and tyres...........139
Roof lights..................31
Front roof light.............31
Ruote....................155
Saving fuel................101
SBR system (Seat Belt Reminder) . . .85
Scheduled Servicing Plan.......128
Screen wiper/washer...........29
“Smart washing” function......30
Seat belts..................84
Use ....................84
Seats.....................18
Setup menu.................60
Side lights/brake lights.........117
Side lights/daytime running lights
(DRL)
bulb replacement..........116Side lights/dipped headlights......28
Snow chains...............103
Snow tyres................102
Speedometer................60
Speedometer (speed indicator).....60
Starting the engine.........95,105
Bump starting............105
Jump starting.............105
Steering..................154
Steering lock................18
Steering wheel...............20
Storage compartments..........33
Sun visors..................35
Suspension................153
Symbols...................14
Technical data..............146
The keys...................15
Key with remote control.......15
Key without remote control.....15
Third brake lights
bulb replacement..........118
Towing the car..............125
Attaching the tow hook......125
TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring
System)..................50
Transmission...............151
Trip Computer...............65
Ty r e s
Fix&Go automatic (kit).......106
inflation pressures..........158
reading the tyre code........155
snow tyres...............157
tyres provided............157
Tyres - maintenance...........139
Using the transmission.........96
Warning lights and messages.....67
Weights..................161Wheel rims
reading the rim code........155
Wheels and tyres
changing a wheel..........109
Fix&Go automatic (kit).......106
tyre inflation pressure........158
Wheel repair.............106Wheels and tyres..........139
Window cleaning.............29
Windows (cleaning)...........142
Windscreen washer nozzles......141
Windscreen wiper
blades.................140
replacing blades...........141
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