2016 Alfa Romeo MiTo handbrake

SNOW CHAINS
The use of snow chains should be in compliance with local regulations.
The snow chains may be applied only onto the front wheel tyres (drive
wheels).
Check the tension of the snow chains after the first few metres have
been driven.
Use reduced size snow chains: on all versions, for 195/55 R16" and
205/55 R16" size tyres use low-clearance snow chains with a
maximum projection beyond the tyre profile of 9 mm.
IMPORTANT The space-saver wheel cannot be fitted with snow chains.
If a front (drive) wheel is punctured and snow chains must be used,
you must remove a normal wheel from the rear and replace this one
with the space-saver wheel. In this way, with two normal drive wheels,
it is possible to use snow chains.
Keep your speed down when snow chains are fitted; do not
exceed 50 km/h. Avoid potholes, steps and pavements
and avoid driving long distances on roads not covered with
snow to avoid damaging the car and the roadbed.
STORING THE CAR
If the car is to be left inactive for longer than a month, the following
precautions should be noted:
❒park the vehicle in a dry, covered and, if possible, ventilated area;
engage a gear and 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 you have not disconnected the battery, check the battery 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 glass;
❒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 specified pressure and
check it at intervals;
❒do not drain the engine cooling system.
IMPORTANT After turning the ignition key to STOP, wait at least 1
minute before disconnecting the battery power supply.
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The vehicle's driving characteristics will be modified
with the space-saver wheel fitted. Avoid violent
acceleration and braking, sharp steering and fast
cornering. The total life of a space-saver wheel is approximately
3,000 km, after which it must be replaced by another wheel of
the same type. Never attempt to fit a conventional tyre on a rim
designed for use as a space-saver wheel. Repair and refit the
standard wheel as soon as possible. Two or more space-saver
wheels should never be used together. Do not grease the threads
of bolts before fitting them: they might slip out.
The jack provided is only intended to be used for
replacing tyres on the vehicle with which it is supplied,
or on same-model vehicles. Never use the jack for
other purposes, such as lifting other car models. Never use it for
repair operations under the vehicle. Incorrect positioning of the
jack may cause the car to fall. Do not use the jack for loads
higher than those shown on the label. Never install snow chains
on the small spare wheel; if a front tyre (driving wheel) is
punctured and you need to use snow chains, use a standard
wheel from the rear axle and install the small spare wheel on the
rear axle. In this way, with two normal front drive wheels, it is
possible to use snow chains.
Incorrectly fitting the hubcap may cause it to fall off
when the vehicle is in motion. Never tamper with the
inflating valve. Never introduce tools of any kind
between rim and tyre. Regularly check the inflation pressure of
the tyres and space-saver wheel (see chapter "Technical
specifications").
JACK
Please note that:
❒the jack weight is 1.76 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 cranking device may be fitted on the jack.
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 1
agear or
reverse; put on the high visibility jacket (required by law) before
leaving the vehicle;
❒open the luggage compartment, pull tab A fig. 116 and lift up the
mat;
fig. 116A0J0104
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INFLATION PROCEDURE
Wear the protective gloves provided with the kit.
Proceed as follows:
❒engage the handbrake, unscrew the tyre valve cap, take out the
flexible filler pipe A fig. 129 and tighten the ring nut B on the tyre
valve;
❒make sure that switch A fig. 130 for the compressor is in position 0
(off), start the engine, insert the plug A fig. 131 into the power
socket on the central tunnel and switch on the compressor by
bringing switch A fig. 130 to position I (on);❒inflate the tyre to the pressure indicated in the “Wheels” paragraph
in the “Technical specifications” section. In order to obtain a more
precise reading, check the pressure value on pressure gauge B
fig. 130 with the compressor off;
fig. 129A0J0214
fig. 130A0J0114
fig. 131A0J0116
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❒if after five minutes it is still impossible to reach at least 1.8 bar,
disengage the compressor from the valve and power socket, then
move the car forwards by approx. ten metres in order to distribute
the sealing fluid inside the tyre evenly, then repeat the inflation
operation;
❒if you still cannot obtain a pressure of at least 1.8 bar within 5
minutes from the compressor switching on, do not drive off and
contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services;
❒after driving for about 10 minutes, stop and check the tyre pressure
again; remember to put the handbrake on;
❒if a pressure value of at least 1.8 bar is detected, restore the correct
pressure (with the engine running and the handbrake engaged),
resume driving and drive with great care to Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services.
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,
particularly on bends. Do not exceed 80 km/h. Do not accelerate
or brake suddenly.
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 Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
Inform the dealership that the tyre has been repaired
using the quick tyre repair kit. Give the leaflet to the
technicians who will be handling the tyre that was
repaired using the quick repair kit.
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Thousands of miles 9 18 27 36 45 54 63 72 81 90
Thousands of kilometres 15 30 45 60 75 90 105 120 135 150
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Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary●●●●●
Visually inspect condition and wear of front and rear disc brake pads●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions of toothed timing drive belt (Turbo TwinAir
versions excluded)●
Visually inspect conditions of the accessory drive belt(s)●
Check and, if necessary, top up the Alfa TCT control oil level (for
versions/markets, where provided)
(1)●●●●●
Change engine oil and replace oil filter
(2)●●●●●
Replace spark plugs
(3)●●●●●
(1) Check to be carried out every year for cars on the road in countries with particularly severe climates (cold countries).
(2) If the vehicle is used mainly on urban routes or the annual distance travelled is less than 10,000 km, the engine oil and engine oil filter must be changed every year.
(3) For 1.4 Turbo MultiAir versions, to guarantee correct operation and prevent serious damage to the engine, it is essential to proceed as follows: only use spark plugs
specifically certified for these engines; all spark plugs should be of the same type and brand (see the “Engine” paragraph in the “Technical specifications” section);
strictly comply with the replacement intervals in the Scheduled Servicing Plan. It is advisable to contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership for spark plug replacement.
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DIESEL VERSIONS
Thousands of miles 12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Thousands of kilometres 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200
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Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary. Check
“Fix&Go Automatic” kit recharge expiry date●●●●●●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, luggage compartment, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel warning lights,
etc.)●●●●●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels (engine coolant, hydraulic
clutch/brakes, screen washer, battery, etc.)●●●●●●●●●●
Check exhaust emissions/smokiness●●●●●●●●●●
Use the diagnosis socket to check supply/engine management system
operation, emissions and, for versions/markets, where provided,
engine oil degradation●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect condition of: exterior bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel system, brakes), rubber
elements (boots, sleeves, bushes, etc.)●●●●●
Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade position/wear●●●●●
Check operation of windscreen wiper/washer system and adjust jets,
if necessary●●●●●
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage compartment locks, as well
as cleanliness and lubrication of linkages●●●●●
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if necessary●●●●●
Visually inspect condition and wear of front and rear disc brake pads●●●●●●●●●●
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The checks listed in the Scheduled Servicing Plan, after reaching 120,000 km/6 years, must be cyclically repeated starting from the first interval,
thus following the same intervals as before.

Dimensions .......................................... 216
Dipped headlights
– bulb replacement............................. 155
Direction indicators ......................... 61-156
– bulb replacement............................. 155
– “Lane change” function .................... 61
Display................................................ 20
Doors .................................................. 77
– Door central locking/unlocking ........ 77
DPF (particulate filter) ........................... 108
Driver side knee bag ............................ 126
DST system (Dynamic Steering
Torque) .............................................. 91
Dusk sensor ......................................... 60
Dynamic Suspension (active shock
absorber system) ................................ 98
Electric power steering ........................ 100
Electric sun roof ................................... 74
Electric windows .................................. 79
– Controls .......................................... 79
"Electronic Q2" system ("E-Q2") .......... 90
Engine codes - bodywork versions ........ 198
Engine compartment
– washing ......................................... 194
Engine coolant temperature gauge ........ 6Engine................................................. 200
– engine cooling system fluid level ....... 184
– marking.......................................... 197
Engine oil
– consumption ................................... 184
– level check ...................................... 184
EOBD system ....................................... 99
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
system ............................................... 89
Exterior lights ....................................... 59
– Left stalk ......................................... 59
External courtesy lights ......................... 62
Extinguisher ......................................... 74
Fitting "Universal" child seat ................ 116
Fix&Go Automatic Kit ........................... 146
Flashing .............................................. 61
Fluids and lubricants............................. 224
Fog lights........................................ 70-156
"Follow Me Home" device ................... 61
Front airbags...................................... 123
Front armrest ....................................... 72
Front driver side airbag ........................ 123
Front passenger airbag ......................... 124
Front roof light
– bulb replacement............................. 158Fuel consumption.................................. 227
Fuel cut-off system ................................ 70
Fuel level gauge ................................... 6
Fuel supply .......................................... 206
Fuel tank cap ....................................... 107
Fuses (if a fuse blows) ........................... 161
Gear Shift Indicator ............................ 21
Glove compartment .............................. 71
Glove compartment light
– bulb replacement............................. 159
Handbrake ........................................ 133
Hazard warning lights .......................... 69
Headlights ........................................... 87
– Adjusting headlights abroad ............ 87
– bulb replacement............................. 154
– Headlight alignment corrector .......... 87
– Light beam direction ........................ 87
Headlight washers................................ 192
Head restraints..................................... 45
– "Anti-Whiplash" device ................... 46
– Front headrests ................................ 45
– Rear head restraints......................... 46
Hill Holder system ................................ 89
Identification data
– bodywork paint plate....................... 197
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– Chassis marking .............................. 197
– engine marking ............................... 197
– identification data plate ................... 196
Ignition device ..................................... 42
– Steering lock ................................... 42
Installation of electrical/electronic
devices .............................................. 100
Installing a Universal Isofix child seat ..... 120
Interior fittings ...................................... 71
Interiors (cleaning)................................ 194
Jack................................................... 141
Light clusters
– front light clusters (changing a
bulb) .............................................. 154
– rear light clusters (changing a
bulb) .............................................. 156
Lubricants (features).............................. 224
Luggage compartment .......................... 81
– Closing the luggage compartment..... 82
– Emergency luggage compartment
opening .......................................... 82
– Extending the luggage
compartment................................... 83
– Luggage compartment
initialisation .................................... 82
– Opening the luggage
compartment................................... 81Luggage compartment roof light
– bulb replacement............................. 158
Main beam headlights ....................... 61
– bulb replacement............................. 154
Maintenance and care
– heavy-duty use of the car ................. 177
– periodic checks ............................... 177
Menu options ....................................... 24
MSR system ......................................... 90
Multifunction display ............................ 20
Number plate lights
– bulb replacement............................. 157
Parking ............................................. 132
– Handbrake ..................................... 133
Parking lights ....................................... 60
Parking sensors .................................... 101
Performance ........................................ 217
Pollen filter........................................... 186
Power sockets....................................... 72
Preparation for "Isofix" child seat .......... 119
Pretensioners........................................ 112
– Load limiters ................................... 112
Protecting the environment .................... 108
Puddle light
– bulb replacement............................. 160
Radio transmitters and mobile
phones.............................................. 101
Rain sensor .......................................... 63
Raising the car ..................................... 169
Rear fog light ....................................... 70
Rear fog light/reversing light................. 157
Rear view mirrors ................................. 47
– Door mirrors ................................... 47
– Internal mirror ................................. 47
Rear window washer jets ...................... 192
Rear window washer
– rear window washer fluid level ......... 185
Rear window washer/wiper .................. 64
Rear Window Wiper
– blade replacement ........................... 191
– blades ............................................ 189
Reconfigurable multifunction display ...... 20
Refuelling ............................................ 221
Refuelling the car ................................. 107
Rev counter .......................................... 6
Rim Protector (tyres) .............................. 211
Roof lights ........................................... 67
– Courtesy lights ................................ 68
– Front roof light ................................ 67
– Glove compartment light .................. 69
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