2016 Alfa Romeo Giulietta sensor

Headlight sensor
(Automatic
headlight/dusk sensor
sensitivity adjustment)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This function enables the headlights
to come on or go off depending on
external lighting conditions.
The dusk sensor sensitivity can be
adjusted according to 3 levels (level
1=minimum sensitivity, level 2=average
sensitivity, level 3=maximum sensitivity).
The higher the sensitivity set, the
lesser is the external light variation
needed to switch the lights on (e.g. with
a setting on level 3 at sunset the
headlights come on in advance in
relation to levels 1 and 2).
Proceed as follows to set the desired
adjustment:
❒press the SET/
button briefly to
make the display flash the previously
set level;
❒press
orto make your
choice;
❒briefly press the SET/
button to
go back to the menu screen or hold
the button down to go back to the
standard screen without saving.Rain sensor (Rain
sensor sensitivity
adjustment)
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This function allows you to adjust the
rain sensor sensitivity to 4 levels.
To set the required sensitivity level
proceed as follows:
❒briefly press the SET/
button, the
previously set sensitivity level will
flash on the display;
❒press the
orbutton to
make the adjustment;
❒briefly press the SET/
button to
go back to the menu screen or hold
the button down to go back to the
standard screen without saving.
Activation/Trip B data
(Trip B enablement)
This function may be used to activate
(On) or deactivate (Off) the Trip B (partial
trip). For further information see “Trip
computer”.
Proceed as follows to switch the
function on and off:
❒press the SET/
button briefly to
make the display flash "On" or "Off"
according to what was previously set;
❒press
orto make your
choice;❒briefly press the SET/
button to
go back to the menu screen or hold
the button down to go back to the
standard screen without saving.
Time adjustment (Clock
adjustment)
This function enables to set the clock
through two submenus: "Time" and
"Format".
To carry out the adjustment, proceed as
follows:
❒briefly press the SET/
button and
two submenus ("Time" and "Format")
will be displayed;
❒press the
orbutton to
switch between the two submenus;
❒once you have selected a sub-menu
to be modified, press SET/
briefly;
❒when the “Time” submenu is entered,
by briefly pressing SET/
the
hours flash on the display;
❒press the
orbutton to
make the adjustment;
❒briefly press the SET/
button,
which makes the display flash the
"minutes";
❒press the button
orto
make the adjustment.
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Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
amberGENERAL FAILURE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on in the
circumstances indicated below.In these cases contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership
to have the fault fixed as soon as possible.
Fuel cut-off
The warning light switches on when the fuel
cut-off system intervenes. The display shows the
dedicated message.
Start&Stop system failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light comes on when a fault is
detected in the Start&Stop system.
Rain sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on when a rain sensor
fault is detected.
Parking sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
See the following description for “Parking sensor
failure”.
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Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
amberGENERAL FAILURE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on in the
circumstances indicated below.In these cases contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership
to have the fault fixed as soon as possible.
Dusk sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This warning light comes on when a dusk sensor
fault is detected.
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
The warning light comes on when the engine oil
pressure sensor is faulty. The display shows the
dedicated message.
AFS adaptive lights failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on when a fault is
detected with the AFS adaptive lights (see the
“AFS adaptive lights” paragraph in the "Knowing
your vehicle" section). The display shows the
dedicated message.
Anti-pinch system failure
The warning light comes on when a fault is
detected in the electric window anti-pinch
system. The display shows the dedicated
message.
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SYMBOLS AND MESSAGES ON THE DISPLAY
Symbol on the
displayWhat it means What to do
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM
On some versions the display will show a
message + symbol if the fuel cut-off intervenes.For the procedure to restore the fuel cut-off
system see the “Controls" paragraph in the
"Knowing your vehicle" section. If it is still not
possible to restore the fuel supply, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
On versions equipped with reconfigurable
multifunction display, a message and a symbol
will appear on the display when the outside
temperature falls to or below 3°C.
On versions with “Multifunction display” only the
dedicated message is shown.
IMPORTANT In the event of outside temperature
sensor failure, the digits that indicate the value are
replaced by dashes.
BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE
On some versions the display will show a
message + symbol if there is a fault in the brake
lights.The fault may be caused by a blown bulb, a
blown protection fuse or an interruption of the
electrical connection.
DUSK SENSOR FAILURE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions the display will show a
message + symbol if there is a fault in the dusk
sensor.Go to an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the fault
fixed as soon as possible.
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Symbol on the
displayWhat it means What to do
RAIN SENSOR FAILURE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions the display will show a
message + symbol if there is a fault in the rain
sensor.Go to an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the fault
fixed as soon as possible.
PARKING SENSOR FAILURE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions the display will show a
message + symbol if there is a fault in the parking
sensors.Go to an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the fault
fixed as soon as possible.
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX
fig. 178
DEVICE PROTECTED FUSE AMPS
Headlamp washer pump power supply F09 30
HornF10 15
AC compressorF19 7,5
Heated rear window F20 30
Fuel pumpF21 15
Cigar lighter/power socket F85 20
12 V boot power socket F86 2 0
IBS Battery charge status sensor for Start&Stop system F87 5
External mirror defrosters F88 7,5
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BATTERY
RECHARGING
IMPORTANT The battery recharging
procedure is given as information only.
To carry out this operation contact
an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
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.
Charging should be slow at a low
ampere rating for approximately 24
hours. Charging for a longer time may
damage the battery.
VERSIONS WITHOUT
Start&Stop SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
To recharge, proceed as follows:
❒disconnect the negative battery
terminal;
❒connect the charger cables to the
battery terminals, observing the
polarity;
❒turn on the charger;
❒when it is recharged, turn the charger
off before disconnecting it from the
battery;
❒reconnect the negative battery
terminal.VERSIONS WITH
Start&Stop SYSTEM
(for versions/markets, where provided)
To recharge, proceed as follows:
❒disconnect the connector A fig. 182
(pressing the button B) from the
sensor C monitoring the battery
conditions, on the negative pole (–) D
of the battery;❒connect the positive cable (+) of the
battery charger to the positive battery
terminal E and the negative cable (–)
to sensor terminal D as shown;
❒turn on the battery charger. At the
end of the charging process, switch
the battery charger off;
❒after having disconnected the
charging device, reconnect
connector A to the sensor C as
shown.
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DST system (Dynamic Steering
Torque)......................................... 64
Dual Pinion active steering ............. 74
Dusk sensor ................................... 36
EBD system .................................. 62
Electric sun roof ............................. 49
Electric windows ............................ 53
– Controls .................................... 53
"Electronic Q2" system ("E-Q2") .... 64
Engine codes - bodywork
versions ....................................... 223
Engine compartment
– washing .................................... 217
Engine coolant temperature
indicator ....................................... 96
Engine............................................ 226
– engine cooling system fluid
level........................................... 209
– marking ..................................... 222
Engine oil
– consumption ............................. 208
– level check ................................ 208
EOBD system ................................ 74
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
system ......................................... 62
External courtesy lights .................. 38
External lights................................. 35
Extinguisher ................................... 49
Filling the tank ............................... 80
Fitting "Universal" child seat ........... 134Fix&Go Automatic kit...................... 170
Flashing ......................................... 37
Fluids and lubricants ...................... 248
Fog lights ................................. 44-178
"Follow Me Home" device ............. 37
Front airbags................................. 140
Front armrest ................................. 46
Front driver side airbag................... 140
Front passenger airbag .................. 140
Front roof light
– bulb replacement ...................... 180
Fuel consumption .......................... 252
Fuel cut-off system......................... 45
Fuel level gauge ............................. 96
Fuel supply..................................... 231
Fuel tank cap ................................. 80
Fuses (if a fuse blows) .................... 181
Gear Shift Indicator ....................... 85
Glove compartment courtesy
light
– bulb replacement ...................... 181
Handbrake.................................... 149
Hazard warning lights..................... 44
HBA system ................................... 64
Headlights...................................... 61
– Adjusting headlights abroad ...... 61
– bulb replacement ...................... 177
– Headlight alignment corrector.... 61– Light beam direction.................. 61
Headlight washers ......................... 215
Head restraints............................... 18
– "Anti-Whiplash" device .............. 19
– Front headrests ......................... 18
– Rear head restraints .................. 19
Hill Holder system .......................... 63
Identification data
– bodywork paint plate ................. 222
– Chassis marking........................ 222
– engine marking.......................... 222
– identification data plate.............. 222
Ignition device ................................ 15
– Steering lock ............................. 16
Installing a Universal Isofix child
seat.............................................. 137
Installing electrical/electronic
devices ........................................ 76
Interior fittings ................................ 46
Interiors (cleaning) .......................... 218
iTPMS system ................................ 72
Jack.............................................. 165
Light clusters
– front light clusters (changing a
bulb).......................................... 177
– rear light clusters (changing a
bulb).......................................... 178
Luggage compartment courtesy
light
– bulb replacement ...................... 180
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