2016 Alfa Romeo Giulietta air condition

SWITCHING OFF/ON THE
CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
Switching off the
climate control system
Press the
button (LED on button off).
With climate control off:
❒air recirculation is on, thus isolating
the passenger compartment from
the outside;
❒the compressor is off;
❒the fan is off;
❒the heated rear window can be
switched on or off;
❒the AQS (Air Quality System) function
(for versions/markets, where
provided) cannot be activated.
IMPORTANT The climate control
system control unit stores the
temperatures set before the system
was switched off and restores them
when any button of the system is
pressed (except for button D).Switching on the climate
control system
To switch on the climate control system
in fully automatic mode press the AUTO
button.
START&STOP
Automatic Climate
Control
The dual zone automatic climate control
manages the Start&Stop function
(engine off when the car speed is zero)
to guarantee a suitable comfort inside
the car.
Specifically, the Start&Stop function is
turned off when the weather is
particularly hot or cold to guarantee an
adequate level of comfort inside the
passenger compartment; therefore, the
engine will not be stopped during
these transient conditions, even if the
speed is zero.
When the Start&Stop function is active
(engine off at zero car speed), the
climate control system will request
restarting of the engine if the inside
temperature conditions rapidly
deteriorate (or if the user requests
maximum cooling – LO – or quick
demisting – MAX DEF).With the Start&Stop function on (engine
off at zero speed), air flow is reduced
to the minimum to maintain comfort
conditions inside the passenger
compartment as long as possible when
the system is in AUTO mode (LED N
on).
The climate control system control unit
attempts to manage the discomfort
caused by the engine stopping
(compressor and engine coolant pump
off) but operation of the climate control
system can be enhanced by turning
the Start&Stop off by pressing the
dedicated button on the dashboard.
NoteIn particularly severe climate
conditions it is recommended to limit
the use of the Start&Stop function
to prevent the compressor from
continuously switching on and off, with
consequent rapid misting of the
windows and accumulation of humidity
with unpleasant smells in the passenger
compartment.
NoteWhen the Start&Stop function is
on (engine off and vehicle speed zero),
the automatic recirculation
management is turned off always taking
air in from outside, to reduce the
probability of window misting up (as the
compressor is off).
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IMPORTANT Do not connect devices
with power higher than 180 W to the
socket. Do not damage the socket by
using unsuitable adaptors.
CIGAR LIGHTER
This is located on the central tunnel.
Press button A fig. 51 to activate the
cigar lighter.
After a few seconds the button goes
back to its initial position and the cigar
lighter is ready for use.
20)
IMPORTANT Always check that the
cigar lighter has switched off.
IMPORTANT Do not connect devices
with power higher than 180 W to the
socket. Do not damage the socket by
using unsuitable adaptors.ASHTRAY
The ashtray is a removable spring-
loaded plastic box that can be fitted
into the glass/can holder on the central
tunnel fig. 52.
21)
MONEY HOLDER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions a money holder is
present on the central tunnel fig. 53.SUN VISORS
These are located at the sides of the
interior rear view mirror. They can be
adjusted forwards and sideways.
A courtesy mirror with light is fitted
behind the visors. The light allows to
use the mirror in poor visibility
conditions.
Lift cover A fig. 54 to access the mirror.
IMPORTANT On both sides of the
passenger side sun visor there is a label
remembering that it is compulsory to
deactivate the airbags if a rearward
facing child restraint system is fitted.
Always comply with the instructions on
the sun visor (see the "Front airbag"
paragraph in chapter "Safety").
51A0K0572
52A0K0573
53A0K0808
54A0K0574
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The driver is informed of the fault by the
flashing
symbol (versions with
multifunction display) or
symbol
(versions with reconfigurable
multifunction display). For versions/
markets where provided, a message is
also displayed.
In this case, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
CAR INACTIVITY
In the event of car inactivity (or if the
battery is replaced), special attention
must be paid to the disconnection
of the battery power supply.
Proceed as follows: detach connector
A fig. 83 (by pressing button B) from
sensor C for monitoring the status
of the battery installed on the negative
battery pole D. This sensor should
never be disconnected from the pole
except if the battery is replaced.
48)
IMPORTANT After turning the ignition
key to STOP and having closed the
driver's side door, wait at least one
minute before disconnecting and then
reconnecting the battery electrical
supply.
JUMP STARTING
When jump starting, never connect the
negative lead (–) of the auxiliary battery
to the negative pole A fig. 84 of the
car battery, but rather to an
engine/gearbox earth point.
49)
IMPORTANT
10) If you wish to run the air
conditioning system, you may
deactivate the Start&Stop system
to allow continuous operation of
the air conditioning system.
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84A0K0755
85A0K0614
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During standard use of the vehicle, the
engine control unit records a set of data
(e.g.: travel time, type of route,
temperatures, etc.) and it will then
calculate how much particulate has
been trapped by the filter.
Since this filter physically traps
particulate, it should be periodically
regenerated (cleaned) at regular
intervals by burning carbon particles.
The regeneration procedure is
controlled automatically by the engine
management control unit according
to the filter conditions and vehicle use
conditions.
During the regeneration there may be a
limited increase in the engine idle
speed, fan activation, a limited increase
in fumes and high temperatures at the
exhaust.
These are not faults; they do not impair
normal car performance or damage
the environment. If the dedicated
message is displayed, see contents of
"Warning lights and messages"
paragraph, in chapter "Knowing the
instrument panel".
WARNING
62) The catalytic converter and
particulate filter (DPF) reach very
high temperatures during
operation. Therefore do not park
the car on flammable materials
(e.g. grass, dry leaves, pine
needles, etc.): fire hazard.
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Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
amberGLOW PLUG HEATING/GLOW PLUG
HEATING FAILURE (diesel versions)
This warning light switches on when the key is
turned to MAR-ON. It will switch off as soon as
the heater plugs have reached a preset
temperature. The engine can be started as soon
as the warning light switches off.
IMPORTANT In mild or high temperature
conditions, the warning light comes on for a very
short time only.
Glow plug preheating failure
The warning light will flash (a message will appear
on the display, on some versions) to indicate a
fault in the glow plugs preheating system.Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as
possible.
amberWATER IN DIESEL FILTER (diesel versions)
The warning light remains on constantly when
driving (together with a message in the display),
to indicate the presence of water in the diesel
filter.
14)
WARNING
68) Failure of thewarning light is indicated by thewarning light switching on. In addition, the airbag system
automatically disables the passenger side airbag. Before proceeding, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the
system checked immediately.
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Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
amberiTPMS SYSTEM
When the key is turned to MAR-ON, the warning
light switches on but should switch off after a few
seconds.IMPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or
more flat tyres as handling may be
compromised. Stop the car, avoiding sharp
braking and steering. Repair immediately using
the dedicated kit (see the "Replacing a wheel"
paragraph in the "In an emergency" section) and
contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as
possible.
iTPMS failure/iTPMS temporarily deactivated
The warning light flashes for about 75 seconds and
then stays on constantly (together with a message
on the display) (see “Operating conditions”
paragraph) to indicate that the system is
temporarily deactivated or faulty.
The system goes back to normal operation when
the operating conditions allow it. If this is not the
case, carry out the Reset procedure after restoring
the normal operating conditions.If the malfunction warning persists, contact an
Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
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WARNING
106) Using the levers incorrectly
(levers pushed towards the
dashboard, see fig. 137) could
break them.
107) Never leave children
unattended in the car. Always
remove the ignition key when
leaving the car and take the key
with you.
108) The Launch control function is
only available in Dynamic mode.
Regardless of what is explicitly
indicated in the description of
these modes, the ESC and ASR
systems are deactivated during
operation of the Launch Control
function. This means that vehicle
dynamic control is the sole
responsibility of the driver.
Therefore pay the utmost
attention when using the Launch
Control. Take into account traffic
and road surface conditions and
during manoeuvres make sure
there is enough room in the area
concerned.
SAVING FUEL
Here are some suggestions which can
help you to save fuel and lower harmful
emissions.
GENERAL
CONSIDERATIONS
Car maintenance
Checks and adjustments should be
carried out in accordance with the
“Scheduled Servicing Plan” (see
chapter “Maintenance and care”).
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures at least once
every four weeks: if the pressure is
too low, consumption levels increase as
resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot.
The weight of the car and its
arrangement greatly affect fuel
consumption and stability.Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack
from the roof after use. These
accessories lower aerodynamic
penetration and adversely affect
consumption levels. When transporting
particularly large objects, use a trailer
if possible.
Electrical devices
Use the electrical devices only for the
necessary amount of time. The heated
rear window, additional headlights,
screen wipers and heater fan require a
considerable amount of energy;
increasing the current uptake increases
fuel consumption (by up to +25% in
an urban cycle).
Climate control system
Using the climate control system will
increase consumption: use the air vents
when the temperature outside permits.
Devices for
aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for
aerodynamic control may adversely
affect air drag and fuel consumption.
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STORING THE CAR
If the car is to be left inactive for longer
than a month, the following precautions
should be noted:
❒park the car in covered, dry and if
possible well-ventilated premises and
slightly open the windows;
❒check that the handbrake is not
engaged;
❒disconnect the negative battery
terminal and check the battery
charge. Repeat this check once
every three months during storage;
❒if the battery is not disconnected
from the electrical system, checks its
state of charge every thirty days;
❒clean and protect the painted parts
using protective wax;
❒clean and protect the shiny metal
parts using special compounds
available commercially;
❒sprinkle talcum powder on the
windscreen and rear window wiper
rubber blades and lift them off the
glasses;
❒slightly open the windows;❒cover the car with a cloth or
perforated plastic sheet. Do not use
compact plastic sheets which do
not allow humidity to evaporate from
the surface of the car.
❒inflate tyres to +0.5 bar above the
standard prescribed pressure and
check it periodically;
❒do not drain the engine cooling
system;
❒Any time the car is left inactive for
two weeks or more, operate the
air conditioning system with engine
idling for at least 5 minutes, setting
external air and with fan at maximum
speed. This operation will ensure a
suitable lubrication to minimise
possibility of damage to the
compressor when the system is
operated again.
IMPORTANT After turning the ignition
key to STOP, wait at least 1 minute
before disconnecting the electrical
supply to the battery.
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