2016 Alfa Romeo 4C ESP

Traffic and road conditions
Rather high consumption levels are
linked to situations with heavy traffic, for
instance when travelling in queues with
frequent use of the lower gears or in
cities with many traffic lights.
Stops in traffic
During prolonged hold-ups (e.g. level
crossings) the engine should be
switched off.SNOW TYRES
Use snow tyres of the same size as the
normal tyres provided with the car: the
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership will
be able to advise you on the most
appropriate tyre to use.
Only use these tyres in the event of ice
or snow on the roads. In these
conditions it is recommended to select
the "All Weather" mode of the Alfa DNA
system.
For the type of tyre to be used, inflation
pressures and the specifications of
snow tyres, follow the instructions given
in the "Wheels" paragraph in the
"Technical specifications" chapter.
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The performance of these tyres on
low-grip surfaces are reduced
considerably when the tread depth is
below 4 mm. They should be replaced
in this case.
Due to the specific characteristics of
snow tyres, in normal weather
conditions and dry asphalt or on long
motorway journeys, the performance of
these tyres is lower than that of
standard tyres. Their usage should
therefore be restricted in accordance
with their type approval.
IMPORTANT When using snow tyres
with a maximum speed index below the
one that can be reached by the car
(increased by 5%), place a notice in the
passenger compartment, plainly in view,
which states the maximum speedallowed by the snow tyres (as per EC
Directive).
All four tyres should be the same brand
to ensure greater safety when driving
and braking as well as making the car
more responsive. It is inadvisable to
change the rotation direction of tyres.
Refer to the "Raising the car" section in
the "In an emergency" chapter for
further details on how to raise the car
correctly.
WARNING
90)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.
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WARNING
92)Indicate the presence of the stationary
car in accordance with current regulations:
hazard warning lights, warning triangle, etc.
Those on board should get out of the
vehicle and wait for the wheel to be
repaired away from the threat posed by the
traffic. If parked on a slope or rough
surface, chock the wheels with wedges or
other suitable devices (for the correct
procedure for parking the car safely, refer
to the "Parking" paragraph in the "Starting
and driving" chapter).
93)Give the booklet to the technicians who
will be handling the tyre that was treated
using the "Fix&Go Automatic" kit.
94)A repair is not possible if the wheel rim
is damaged (groove is deformed, causing
air to escape). Do not remove foreign
bodies (screws or nails) from the tyre.95)Never operate the compressor for
longer than 20 consecutive minutes. Risk
of overheating. The kit is not suitable for
definitive repairs, so the repaired tyres may
only be used temporarily.
96)As required by current regulations, the
information on chemical substances for the
protection of human health and the
environment and on the safe use of the
sealing fluid are on the packaging label.
Compliance with the indications on the
label is an essential condition to ensure the
safety and the effectiveness of the product.
Remember to carefully read the label
before use; the user of the product is
responsible for any damages caused by
improper use. The sealing fluid has an
expiry date. Replace the bottle if the
sealant has expired.
97)Wear the protective gloves provided
with the kit.
98)Apply the adhesive label where it can
be easily seen by the driver as a reminder
that the tyre has been treated with the
quick repair kit. Drive carefully, especially
on corners. Do not exceed 80 km/h. Avoid
sudden acceleration or braking.
99)If the pressure has fallen below 1.8 bar,
do not drive any further: the Fix&Go
Automatic quick tyre repair kit cannot
guarantee the correct hold because the
tyre is too damaged. Contact a dedicated
Alfa Romeo Dealership.
100)Always indicate that the tyre was
repaired using the quick tyre repair kit. Give
the leaflet to the personnel charged with
handling the tyre treated with the tyre
repair kit.
IMPORTANT
13)In the event of a puncture caused by
foreign bodies, the kit may be used to
repair tyres showing damage on the tread
or shoulder up to max. 4 mm diameter. Do
not use the repair kit if the tyre was
damaged as a result of being used when
underinflated.
IMPORTANT
2)Dispose of the bottle and the sealant
liquid properly. Have them disposed of in
compliance with national and local
regulations.
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REPLACING A
WHEEL
(for versions/markets, where provided)
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
In some specific markets, the car may
be equipped with a space-saver wheel:
see the instructions on the following
pages for changing the tyre.
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JACK
Please note that:the jack weight is 1.7 kg;
the jack requires no adjustment;
the jack cannot be repaired and in
the event of a fault it must be replaced
by another original one;
no tool other than its operating rod
may be fitted on the jack.
Servicing
prevent any dirt from depositing on
the "worm screw";
keep the "worm screw" lubricated;
never modify the jack.
Conditions for non-use
temperatures below – 40°C;
on sandy or muddy ground;
on uneven ground;
on steep roads;
in extreme weather conditions:
thunderstorms, typhoons, hurricanes,
blizzards, storms, etc...
in direct contact with the engine or
for repairs under the vehicle;
on boats.
To change a wheel, proceed as
follows:
stop the car in a position that is not
dangerous for oncoming traffic where
you can change the wheel safely. The
ground must be flat and sufficiently
compact;
switch off the engine, pull up the
handbrake and engage the 1stgear or
reverse. Wear the reflective safety
jacket (compulsory by law) before
getting out of the vehicle;
take the space-saver wheel;
access the luggage compartment
and take the wheel replacement
kitfig. 89;
take the spanner A and loosen the
fixing stud bolts fig. 90 by about oneturn. swing the car laterally to make it
easier to separate the rim from the
wheel hub;
position the jack under the car, near
the wheel to be changed, next to the
symbols
on the side skirts;
fit the operating rod D fig. 92 in the
seat on the device A;
push the jack under the car using
the rod until the wording "STOP" on the
rod corresponds with the side skirt:
"FRONT" when replacing the front
wheel, "REAR" when replacing the rear
wheel (see fig. 93 - fig. 94 );
fit the suitable tool E fig. 92 on the
operating rod;
IMPORTANT As shown in fig. 93 -
fig. 94, on the operating rod D there is
the indication of max. limit for front and
rear insertion under car that must
coincide with the mark
on the side
skirts.
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make sure the contact surfaces
between space-saver wheel and hub
are clean and free from impurities so
that the fixing stud bolts will not come
loose;
fit the space-saver wheel and tighten
the first stud bolt for a few turns into the
lowest hole. Tighten the remaining stud
bolts in the same way.
take the spanner A fig. 90 and fully
tighten the fixing studs;
operate the suitable tool E to lower
the car. Then extract the jack;
use the spanner A and check all stud
bolts are fully tightened in a criss-cross
fashion as per the numerical sequence
illustrated in fig. 97;
WARNING While replacing the wheel it
is advisable to place it upside down,
with the aesthetic part facing upward,
so as not to damage the alloy rim.
REFITTING THE WHEEL
Following the procedure described
previously, raise the car and remove the
space-saver wheel.
Proceed as follows:
make sure the contact surfaces
between standard wheel and hub are
clean and free from impurities so that
the fixing stud bolts will not come loose;
tighten the retaining stud bolts using
spanner A fig. 90;
lower the car and remove the jack;
use spanner A to fully tighten the
stud bolts, following the sequence
illustrated in fig. 97
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At the end of the operation
Proceed as follows:
reposition the space-saver wheel;
insert the jack and the other tools in
the container;
arrange the container and tools in the
luggage compartment;
WARNING
101)The space-saver wheel (for
versions/markets where provided) is
specific to your car, do not use it on other
models, or use the space-saver wheel of
other models on your car. The space-saver
wheel must only be used in the event of an
emergency. Never use it for more than
strictly necessary and never exceed
80 km/h. On the space-saver wheel there
is an orange label, summarising the main
warnings regarding space-saver wheel
usage restrictions. Never remove or cover
the label. The label contains the following
indications in four languages: "Warning! For
temporary use only! 80 km/h max! Replace
with standard wheel as soon as possible.
Never cover this indication."
102)Alert other drivers that the car is
stationary in compliance with local
regulations: hazard warning lights, warning
triangle, etc. Any passengers on board
should leave the car, especially if it is
heavily laden. Passengers should stay
away from on-coming traffic while the
wheel is being changed. On hills or uneven
roads, use chocks or appropriate objects
to block the wheels of the vehicle.
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103)The vehicle's driving characteristics
will be 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 about 3000 km, after which the
relevant tyre must be replaced with another
one of the same type. Never install a
standard tyre on a rim that is designed for
use with 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 threads of the stud bolts
before fitting them: they might slip out.
104)The jack is a tool developed and
designed only for changing a wheel, if a
tyre gets punctured or damaged, on the
vehicle with which it is supplied or on other
vehicles of the same model. Any other use,
e.g. to jack up other vehicle models or
different things, is strictly prohibited. Never
use it to carry out maintenance or repairs
under the vehicle or to change
summer/winter wheels and vice versa.
Never position yourself under a jacked
vehicle. If any work under the vehicle is
necessary, contact the Alfa Romeo Service
Network. Incorrectly positioning the jack
may cause the vehicle to fall: use it only in
the positions indicated. Do not use the jack
for loads higher than the one shown on its
label. Never start the engine with vehicle
raised. If the vehicle is raised more than
necessary, everything can become more
unstable, with the risk of the vehicle
dropping violently. Thus, lift the vehicle only
as needed in order to access the spare
tyre.
105)The space-saver wheel cannot be
fitted with snow chains.IMPORTANT
14)Contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership as soon as possible to have the
correct tightening of the wheel stud bolts
checked.
15)When turning the jack handle make
sure that it can turn freely without scraping
your hand against the ground. The moving
components of the jack ("worm screw" and
joints) can also cause injuries: avoid
touching them. If you come into contact
with lubricating grease, clean yourself
thoroughly.
CHANGING A BULB
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106) 107) 108)
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
Before changing a bulb check the
contacts for oxidation;
replace blown bulbs with others of
the same type and power;
after replacing a headlight bulb,
always check its alignment;
when a light is not working, check
that the corresponding fuse is intact
before changing the bulb. For the
location of fuses, refer to the paragraph
“If a fuse blows” in this chapter.
IMPORTANT When the weather is cold
or damp or after heavy rain or washing,
the surface of headlights or rear lights,
may steam up and/or form drops of
condensation on the inside. This is a
natural phenomenon due to the
difference in temperature and humidity
between the inside and the outside of
the glass which does not indicate a
fault and does not compromise the
normal operation of lighting devices.
The mist disappears quickly when the
lights are turned on, starting from the
centre of the diffuser, extending
progressively towards the edges.
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IMPORTANT
16)Halogen bulbs must be handled
holding the metallic part only. Touching the
transparent part of the bulb with your
fingers may reduce the intensity of the
emitted light and even reduce the lifespan
of the bulb. In the event of accidental
contact, wipe the bulb with a cloth
moistened with alcohol and let the bulb dry.
WARNING
106)Modifications or repairs to the electric
system that are not carried out properly or
do not take the system technical
specifications into account can cause
malfunctions leading to the risk of fire.
107)Halogen bulbs contain pressurised
gas, in the case of breakage they may
burst causing glass fragments to be
projected outwards.
108)Due to the high power supply voltage,
gas discharge bulbs (Bi-Xenon) should only
be replaced by specialised personnel:
danger of death! Contact a dedicated Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
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REPLACING
EXTERIOR BULBS
FRONT LIGHT CLUSTERS
These contain the bulbs for the side
lights/daytime running lights (DRL),
dipped beam headlights, main beam
headlights and direction indicators. The
bulbs are arranged as follows fig. 98:
To replace the bulbs for the dipped and
main beam headlights and for the
direction indicators open the
corresponding protective flaps on the
inner wheel arch fig. 99 that can be
located by steering the wheel
completely.
A - direction indicator bulb protective
flapB - dipped/main beam headlight bulb
protective flap
Side lights/daytime
running lights (DRL)
These are LEDs. For the replacement,
contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
DIPPED/MAIN BEAMS
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:steer the wheel completely;
open the protective flap B fig. 99 by
rotating the fixing screw;
take out the electric connector A
fig. 100 and then rotate the bulb holder
B clockwise and remove it;
extract the bulb and replace it;
refit the new bulb, making sure that it
is locked correctly, and reconnect the
connector A;
close the protective flap B fig. 99.
Direction indicators
Front
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
steer the wheel completely;
open the protective flap A fig. 99 by
rotating the fixing screw;
take out the electric connector A
fig. 101 and then rotate the bulb holder
B clockwise and remove it;
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ASide lights/daytime running lights
BDipped/main beam headlights
CDirection indicators

REPLACING FUSES
GENERAL INFORMATION
Fuses protect the electrical system:
they intervene (blow) in the event of a
fault or improper action on the system.
When a device does not work, check
the condition of its fuse: the filament A
fig. 112 must be intact.
If it is not, replace the blown fuse with
another with the same amperage (same
colour).
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B = intact fuse;
C = fuse with damaged filament.
FUSE LOCATION
The fuses are grouped in two fuse
boxes located in the engine and
passenger compartments.
Engine compartment fuse box
This is located next to the battery
fig. 113: to access the fuses, undo
screws A and remove cover B.The number identifying the electrical
component corresponding to each fuse
is shown on the back of the cover.
After replacing the fuse, make sure you
close cover B on the fuse box.
18)
Dashboard fuse box
This is located under the dashboard in
the area in front of the passenger seat.
To access the fuse box fig. 116 remove
the protective panel, following the
procedure described below:
undo the four screws A fig. 115;
to locate the fifth locking screw,
remove block B and remove plastic
cover C;
at this point undo the fifth screw D
and remove the protective panel to
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locate the fuse box.