Height adjustment
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Move lever B fig. 12 up or down until
the required height is reached.
IMPORTANT Carry out the adjustment
whilst seated in the driver's seat.
Backrest angle
adjustment
Turn knob C fig. 12 until the required
position is reached.
8)
Electric seat heating
(for versions/markets, where provided)
With the key turned to MAR-ON, press
button A fig. 13 to switch the function
on/off.
When the function is enabled, the LED
on the button switches on.Electric lumbar
adjustment
(for versions/markets, where provided)
With the key turned to MAR-ON, press
button B fig. 13 to switch the function
on/off.
When the function is enabled, the LED
on the button switches on.
FRONT SEATS WITH
ELECTRIC ADJUSTMENT
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The controls for seat adjustment are fig.
14:
Multifunction control A:
❒seat height adjustment (vertical seat
movement);
❒lengthwise seat movement;
B: Backrest angle and lumbar
adjustment;C: Driver's side seat position memory
buttons.
IMPORTANT Electric adjustment is only
possible with the ignition key turned
to MAR-ON and for approximately
1 minute after turning it to STOP. The
seat can be moved after opening the
door for about 3 minutes, or until the
door is closed.
Memorising driver’s
seat positions
Buttons C allow three different driver’s
seat positions to be memorised and
recalled.
Memorisation and recall are possible
with the ignition key in MAR-ON
position and for 3 minutes after opening
the driver's side door or until the door
is closed, even when the ignition key
is to the STOP position.
The performed position memorisation is
confirmed by a beep.
To memorise a seat position, adjust it
with the various controls, then press the
button where you want to memorise
the position for several seconds.
When a new seat position is
memorised, the previously memorised
position on the same button is
automatically overwritten.
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Recalling a memorised position is also
possible for about 3 minutes after
the doors are opened and about 1
minute after the ignition key is turned to
the STOP position.
To recall a memorised position, press
the relevant button briefly.
SEAT HEATING
(for versions/markets, where provided)
With the ignition key at MAR-ON,
turn ring nut A fig. 15 to switch the
function on/off.
Heating can be set to 3 different levels
(0 = seat heating off).
WARNING
6) All adjustments must be made
solely with the car stationary.
7) After releasing the adjustment
lever, always check that the seat
is locked on the guides by trying
to move it back and forth. Failure
to lock the seat in place could
result in its unexpected
movement and the driver losing
control of the car.
8) For maximum protection keep the
backrest upright, lean back into it
and make sure that the seat belt
fits closely across the chest and
pelvis.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
FRONT
These are height-adjustable and lock
into the desired position automatically.
For the height adjustments proceed
as follows:
9)
❒upwards adjustment: raise the head
restraint until it clicks into place;
❒downwards adjustment: press button
A fig. 16 and lower the head restraint.
Proceed as follows to remove the head
restraints:
❒raise the head restraints to their
maximum height;
❒press buttons A and B fig. 16, then
remove the head restraints by pulling
them upwards.
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
CLIMATE CONTROL
(cooling)
To cool, proceed as follows:
❒turn knob A to the blue section;
❒press button F to turn internal air
recirculation on (circular LED around
the button on);
❒turn knob E to
;
❒press button B to turn the climate
control system on and turn knob C to
at least 1 (1st speed); for faster
action, turn knob C to 6 (maximum
fan speed).
Adjusting cooling
Proceed as follows:
❒turn knob A to the right to increase
the temperature;
❒press button F to turn internal air
recirculation off (circular LED around
the button off);
❒turn knob C to reduce the fan speed.
PASSENGER
COMPARTMENT HEATING
For rapid heating, proceed as follows:
❒turn knob A to the red section;
❒press button F to turn on the internal
air recirculation system;❒turn knob E to
;
❒turn knob C to 6 (maximum fan
speed).
Then use the controls to maintain the
desired comfort conditions and press
button F to turn internal air recirculation
off (circular LED around the button off)
and prevent misting.
IMPORTANT When the engine is cold, it
takes a few minutes to obtain fast
heating.
AUTOMATIC
DEMISTING/DEFROSTING
(MAX-DEF function)
This function activates automatic
demisting/defrosting of: front windows
(windscreen and side windows), heated
nozzles, heated exterior rear view
mirrors.
To activate the function, turn knob E to
the “Defrosting” symbol identified by
the
symbol.
The manual climate control system will
automatically set itself to the following
configuration:
❒the demisting symbol
will turn
from red to orange (to indicate that
the function has been activated);❒the heated rear window (and all
defrosting devices in the car) will be
turned on. The circular LED around
the
button will light up to indicate
that the function has been activated;
❒the air flow will go to maximum
speed (6th);
❒air circulation will be opened, if it was
closed (the circular LED around the
corresponding button will be off);
❒air mixing will go to “maximum heat”;
❒the additional electric heater (for
versions/markets, where provided)
will be turned on;
❒the compressor will be activated (the
circular LED will switch on to indicate
that the AC function is on).
Window demisting
The climate control system is very
useful in preventing the windows from
misting up in the event of high levels
of humidity.
In the event of considerable outside
moisture and/or rain and/or
considerable differences in temperature
inside and outside the passenger
compartment, proceed as follows to
demist the windows:
❒turn knob A to the red section;
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❒press button F to turn internal air
recirculation off (circular LED around
the button off);
❒turn knob E to
with the possibility
of moving it to position
(B) if
demisting does not occur;
❒turn knob C to the 2nd speed.
HEATED REAR WINDOW
DEMISTING/DEFROSTING
Press button D (
) to activate/
deactivate the function. The function is
automatically deactivated after 20
minutes.
For versions/markets where provided,
press the
button to activate
demisting/defrosting of exterior rear
view mirrors and heated nozzles (for
versions/markets, where provided).
IMPORTANT Do not affix stickers to the
inside of the heated rear window over
the heating filaments, to avoid damage
that might cause them to stop working
properly.INTERNAL AIR
RECIRCULATION
Press button F (
) so that the LED
around the button turns on. It is
advisable to switch internal air
recirculation on while standing in traffic
or in tunnels to prevent the introduction
of polluted air.
Do not use the function for a long time,
particularly if there are many
passengers on board, to prevent the
windows from misting up.
IMPORTANT Internal air recirculation
makes it possible to reach the required
heating or cooling conditions more
quickly depending on the mode
selected. Do not use the air
recirculation function on rainy/cold days
as it would considerably increase the
possibility of the windows misting.
SETTING THE AIR
DISTRIBUTION
Turn knob E to manually select one of
the four possible air distribution settings
in the passenger compartment:
Air flow to the windscreen and front
side window diffusers to demist/
defrost them.
Air flow to the front/rear footwell
diffusers. This air distribution allows
the passenger compartment to
be warmed up quickly.
Air flow distribution between front
and rear diffusers, centre/side
dashboard diffusers, rear diffuser
and windscreen and front side
window demisting/defrosting
diffusers.
Air flow distribution to centre/side
dashboard diffusers (passenger's
body).
There are also another 4 positions (see
diagram below fig. 29):
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Position A: Air flow distribution
between centre/side dashboard
vents, rear diffuser and windscreen
and front side window demisting/
defrosting diffusers. This
distribution setting ventilates the
passenger compartment well and
prevents the windows from misting
up.
Position B: Air flow distributed
between footwell diffusers and
windscreen and front side window
defrosting/demisting diffusers.
This distribution setting allows the
passenger compartment to warm
up efficiently and prevents the
windows from misting up.
Position C: Air flow distribution
between footwell diffusers (hotter
air) and centre/side dashboard
diffusers and rear diffuser (cooler
air).
Position D: Automatic
demisting/defrosting activation
(see description in previous
pages).START&STOP
Manual climate control
If the Start&Stop function is activated
(engine off when the car speed is
0 km/h), the system keeps the air flow
selected by the user.
In these conditions, the compartment
cooling and heating cannot be
guaranteed, as the compressor stops
with the engine coolant pump.
The Start&Stop function can be
deactivated to enhance the operation of
the climate control system by pressing
the dedicated button on the
dashboard.
SERVICING
MAINTENANCE
In winter, the climate control system
must be turned on at least once a
month for about 10 minutes.
Have the system inspected at an Alfa
Romeo Dealership before the summer.
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During automatic operation, you can
change the set temperatures, air
distribution and fan speed at any time
by using the relevant buttons or knobs:
the system will automatically change
the settings to adjust to the new
requirements.
During fully automatic operation
(AUTO), the word AUTO will disappear
if the air distribution and/or flow rate
and/or engagement of the compressor
and/or recirculation settings are
changed.
During fully automatic operation (FULL
AUTO), the word FULL will disappear
if the air distribution and/or flow rate
and/or activation of the compressor
and/or recirculation settings are
changed.
In this way the climate control system
will continue to automatically manage
all functions except for those that have
been manually adjusted. The fan speed
is the same in all the zones of the
passenger compartment.ADJUSTING THE AIR
TEMPERATURE
Turn knob A or L to the right or left to
adjust the air temperature: knob A
for the front left area, knob L for the
front right area of the passenger
compartment. The set temperatures are
shown on the displays.
Press the MONO button to align the air
temperature between the two areas.
Turn knob L to return to the separate
management of air temperatures in the
two areas.
Turn the knobs fully right or left to
engage HI (maximum heating) or LO
(maximum cooling) respectively. To
deactivate these functions, turn the
temperature knob to the desired
temperature.
SETTING THE AIR
DISTRIBUTION
By pressing the buttons (
//), it
is possible to set one of the 7 possible
air distributions manually:
Air flow to the windscreen and
front side window diffusers to
demist/defrost them.
Air flow at central and side
dashboard vents to ventilate the
chest and the face during the hot
season.
Air flow to the front and rear
footwell diffusers. This air
distribution setting heats the
passenger compartment most
quickly, giving a prompt sensation
of warmth.
Air flow distributed between
footwell vents (hotter air) and
central and side dashboard
vents (cooler air). This
distribution setting is useful in
spring and autumn on sunny
days.
Air flow distributed between
footwell diffusers and
windscreen and front side
window defrosting/demisting
diffusers. This distribution
setting allows the passenger
compartment to warm up
efficiently and prevents the
windows from misting up.
Air flow distribution between
windscreen demisting/
defrosting diffusers and side
and central dashboard vents.
This allows air to be sent to
the windscreen in conditions of
strong sunlight.
Air flow distribution to all
vents on the car.
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❒forced deactivation (air recirculation
always off, air drawn in from the
outside): indicated by the LED on
buttons
switching off and text A
on button B off.
Forced activation/deactivation can be
selected by pressing button
.
When the
button is pressed (button
E off), the climate control system
automatically activates internal air
recirculation (LED on
button A
on). It is still possible to activate outside
air recirculation (LED on the button off)
and vice versa, by pressing button
.
The AQS (Air Quality System) function
(for versions/markets, where provided)
cannot be activated when the
button
is pressed (LED on button E off).
AQS (Air Quality System)
function activation
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The AQS function automatically
activates internal air recirculation when
the outside air is polluted (e.g. in traffic
queues and tunnels).IMPORTANT With the AQS function
active, after a preset time interval of the
internal air recirculation system
functioning, the climate control system
enables the intake of outside air for
approximately one minute to change
the air in the passenger compartment.
This takes place regardless of the
pollution level of the outside air.
IMPORTANT The engagement of the
recirculation system makes it possible
to reach the required heating/cooling
conditions faster. It is, however,
inadvisable to use it on rainy/cold days
as it would considerably increase the
possibility of the windows misting
up inside (especially if the climate
control system is off). When the outside
temperature is low, recirculation is
forced off (air drawn in from the outside)
to prevent the windows from misting
up.
In automatic operation, recirculation is
managed automatically by the system
according to outside environmental
conditions.
IMPORTANT It is advisable not to use
the air recirculation function when
the outside temperature is low to
prevent the windows from rapidly
misting up.CLIMATE CONTROL
COMPRESSOR
Press button C to activate/deactivate
the compressor (activation is indicated
by the lit LED on the button). The
system remembers that the
compressor has been switched off,
even after the engine has stopped.
When the compressor is switched off
the system deactivates air recirculation
to prevent the windows from misting
up and deactivates the AQS function
(for versions/markets, where provided).
In this case, although the climate
control system is capable of
maintaining the required temperature,
the AUTO LED switches off. The
temperatures will flash for a few
seconds if the required temperature
cannot be maintained.
To restore automatic control of
compressor engagement, press again
button C or the AUTO button.
With compressor off:
❒if the outside temperature is higher
than the set one, the system will
not be able to satisfy the request.
The temperature values will then flash
on the display for a few seconds to
indicate this;
❒the fan speed can be reset manually.
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With the compressor on and the engine
running, manual ventilation cannot be
lower than the minimum speed (only
one LED lit).
IMPORTANT With the compressor off,
air cannot be introduced to the
passenger compartment with
a temperature lower than the outside
temperature. Moreover, under certain
environmental conditions, windows
could mist up rapidly since the air is not
dehumidified.
RAPID WINDOW
DEMISTING/DEFROSTING
(MAX-DEF function)
Press the
button to activate (LED
on button on) the windscreen and side
windows demisting/defrosting function.
The climate control system carries out
the following operations:
❒switches on the air conditioning
compressor when climatic conditions
are suitable;
❒deactivates air recirculation;
❒sets maximum air temperature (HI) in
both zones;
❒sets fan speed according to the
engine coolant temperature;
❒directs air flow to windscreen and
front side windows diffusers;❒activates the heated rear window.
❒displays the fan speed (LED G lit).
IMPORTANT The MAX-DEF function
remains on for about 3 minutes from
when the engine coolant reaches the
appropriate temperature.
When the function is activated, the LED
on the AUTO button switches off.
With the function activated the only
possible manual adjustments are
adjusting the fan speed and turning the
heated rear window off.
When the B, C,
or AUTO buttons
are pressed, the climate control system
will turn the MAX-DEF off.
HEATED REAR WINDOW
DEMISTING/DEFROSTING
Press the
button to activate (LED
on button on) heated rear window
demisting/defrosting.
This function switches off automatically
after about 20 minutes or when the
engine is turned off. It is not switched
on automatically the next time the
engine is started.
For versions/markets where provided,
press the
button to activate
demisting/defrosting of exterior rear
view mirrors and heated nozzles (for
versions/markets, where provided).IMPORTANT Do not affix stickers to the
inside of the heated rear window over
the heating filaments, to avoid damage
that might cause them to stop working
properly.
Thermal comfort
windscreen
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Some versions feature a thermal
comfort windscreen which, with the car
exposed to the sun, reduces the
temperature in the passenger
compartment relative to the outside
temperature, thus ensuring greater
comfort.
Humidity sensor
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The humidity sensor helps to prevent
the windows from misting up. For
full functionality, it is advisable to
activate the AUTO function (LED N on).
When the outside temperature is low,
the system could automatically turn the
compressor on and turn air recirculation
off for safer driving.
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