2016 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider lock

4. Push and release theUPorDOWNarrow
button for setting.
5. Briefly push the SET/BACKbutton and “day” will
flash on the display.
6. Push and release the UP
orDOWNbutton for
setting.
NOTE: The setting will increase or decrease by one unit
each time the UP
orDOWNarrow button is
pushed. Push and hold the UP
orDOWNarrow
button to increase/decrease the setting rapidly. Save
the setting by briefly pushing the button when you
approach the required setting.
• Briefly push the SET/BACKbutton to go back to the
menu screen, or push and hold the SET/BACKbutton
(approximately one second) to go back to the main
screen without storing the settings.
Autoclose
With this function active, the doors will automatically
lock at when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 12 MPH
(20 km/h).
To change the setting, proceed as follows:
1. Briefly push the SET/BACKbutton “On” or “Off” will
flash on the display (according to the previous set-
ting).
2. Push and release the UP
orDOWNarrow
button for setting.
3. Briefly push the SET/BACKbutton to go back to the
menu screen, or push and hold the SET/BACKbutton
(approximately one second) to go back to the main
screen without storing the settings.
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NOTE:•Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may make
the inside air stuffy and window fogging may occur.
Extended use of this mode is not recommended.
• The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp
weather could cause windows to fog on the inside,
because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle. Se-
lect the outside air position for maximum defogging.
5. Temperature Control
Rotate this control to regulate the temperature of the air
inside the passenger compartment. Rotating the dial
counterclockwise into the blue area of the scale indicates
cooler temperatures, while rotating clockwise into the red
area indicates warmer temperatures.
6. Blower Control
Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced
through the ventilation system in any mode. The blower speed increases as you move the control clockwise from
the “0” (OFF) position. There are four blower speeds.
Heating
To heat the passenger compartment, proceed as follows:
1. Rotate the Temperature Control to the red section.
2. Turn the Blower Control to the desired speed.
3. Turn the Mode Control to
.
4. Then operate the controls to maintain the desired
comfort conditions.
NOTE:
• This air distribution allows the passenger compart-
ment to be heated quickly.
• When the engine is cold, it takes a few minutes to
achieve optimum passenger compartment heating.
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3. Move the Recirculation Control to.
4. Turn the Mode Control to.
5. Press the A/C button.
Cooling Adjustment
Proceed as follows:
1. Move the Recirculation Control to
.
2. Rotate the Temperature Control towards the red sec-tion to increase the temperature.
3. Turn the Blower Control counterclockwise to reduce the fan speed.
Door Mirror Demisting
•Press thebutton to activate this function.
•Press thebutton again to deactivate the function.
Demist/Defrost Button
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▫Shallow Standing Water .................193
 PARKING BRAKE ..................... .195
 BRAKE SYSTEM ...................... .197
 ESC (ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL)
SYSTEM ............................ .197
▫ System Activation .....................199
▫ System Intervention ...................199
▫ Electronic Brake Distribution System (EBD) . . .199
▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . .199
▫ Cornering Brake Control System (CBC) ......201
▫ Drag Torque Control System (DTC) ........201
▫ AntiSlip Regulation System (ASR) .........202
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) ..................203 ▫
Hydraulic Brake Assistant System (HBA) . . . .204
▫ Electronic Q2 System (E-Q2) .............205
▫ Ready Alert Brake System (RAB) ..........205
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION .............206
▫ Tire Markings ....................... .206
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ...........209
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions ..........211
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ...........212
 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION ........217
▫ Tire Pressure ....................... .217
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures .................218
▫ Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .220
▫ Radial Ply Tires ..................... .220
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust both
inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat belts.
WARNING!
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the transmission gear selec-
tor.
• Do not leave the Key Fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children). A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
Automatic Transmission
To start the engine, press the brake pedal. The system
engages NEUTRAL (N) automatically.
After the starting procedure, FIRST (1st) gear or RE-
VERSE (R) can be engaged.
Irrespective of the mode selected (AUTO/MANUAL), to
engage FIRST (1st) gear or REVERSE (R), it is necessary
to press the brake pedal and push the 1 button on the
transmission control panel (or the +steering wheel
stalk) to engage FIRST (1st) gear or the R button to
engage REVERSE (R).
When FIRST (1st) gear is engaged, the system sets itself to
AUTO mode.
NEUTRAL (N) can be engaged again by pushing the N
button with the brake pedal pressed.
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When the 1, N or R buttons are pushed (or+steering
wheel stalk is operated) without pressing the brake
pedal, no gear change request is implemented by the
system.
NOTE: REVERSE (R) cannot be engaged by pushing the
- stalk on the steering wheel.
Normal Starting
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
Turn the ignition switch to the AVV/ACC (START)
position and release it when the engine starts. If the
engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition
switch to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position, wait 10 to 15
seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
Cold Weather Operation
Your engine is designed to operate at temperatures as
low as 0°F (-18°C).
CAUTION!
Use of the recommended SAE 5W-40 Synthetic oil
and adhering to the prescribed oil change intervals is
important to prevent engine damage and ensure
satisfactory starting in cold conditions.
If Engine Fails To Start
WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the
throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start
the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing
serious personal injury.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure
those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles,
you should never exit a vehicle while the engine is
running.
• Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the vehicle
into FIRST gear or REVERSE, apply the parking
brake, turn the vehicle OFF, remove the key fob
from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children to
be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal
or the transmission gear selector.
(Continued)
WARNING! (Continued)
•Do not leave the ignition key in or near the vehicle
(or in a location accessible to children). A child
could operate power windows, other controls, or
move the vehicle.
Using The Transmission
This vehicle is equipped with a Six-Speed Alfa Twin
Clutch transmission with steering wheel mounted shift
paddles.
When the ignition is in the OFF position, the transmission
controls (shift paddles on the steering wheel, and gear
selector buttons on the center console) are disabled.
When the key is turned to the ON position, the current
transmission gear will be displayed in the instrument
cluster, along with the AUTOindicator. This indicates
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CAUTION!(Continued)
damage is not covered by the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
• Getting water inside your vehicle’s engine can
cause it to lock up and stall out, and cause serious
internal damage to the engine. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
PARKING BRAKE
Before leaving the vehicle, make sure that the parking
brake is fully applied. Also, be certain to leave manual
transmission in REVERSE (R) or FIRST (1st) gear.
The parking brake lever is located in the central tunnel.
To apply the parking brake, pull the parking brake lever
up as firmly as possible. To release the parking brake,
pull the parking brake lever up slightly, push the center
button, then lower the parking brake lever completely. When the parking brake is applied with the ignition
switch in the MAR (ACC/ON/RUN) position, the Brake
Warning Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
When parking on a hill, it is important to turn the front
wheels toward the curb on a downhill grade and away
from the curb on an uphill grade. The parking brake
Parking Brake Lever
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