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to avoid damaging the blade. Keep the wiper blade out
of contact with petroleum products such as engine oil,
gasoline, etc.
NOTE:Life expectancy of wiper blades varies depend-
ing on geographical area and frequency of use. Poor
performance of blades may be present with chattering,
marks, water lines or wet spots. If any of these condi-
tions are present, clean the wiper blades or replace as
necessary.
Blade Lifting
If it is necessary to lift the blade from the windshield (In
the event of snow or blade replacement) Proceed as
directed:
1. Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to the OFF position.
2. Turn the ignition to the MAR-ON position then to STOP. 3. After turning the ignition to the STOP, within two
minutes move the right stalk upward, into the un-
stable (“anti-panic”) position, for at least half of a
second. The windshield wiper then executes part of a
stroke; at each command, approximately 1/3 of a
normal wiper stroke is triggered.
NOTE: The previous operation can be repeated up to
three times. In order to move the blades to the most
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4. Lift the blade from the windshield and proceed withthe required operation.
5. Carefully lower the blade, bringing it back in contact with the windshield.
6. Bring the blade to the initial rest position, turning the ignition to MAR-ON.
NOTE: Do not operate the screen wiper with the blades
lifted from the windshield.
Front Wiper Blade Removal/Installation
1. Lift the front wiper arm upward to raise the wiper blade off of the windshield.
2. Push the release button on the arm of the wiper blade.
3. Push the wiper blade up and remove it. 4. Install the wiper blade and firmly push the wiper
blade until it snaps into place.
Windshield Washer Nozzles
The windshield washer nozzles are adjustable. They
originally adjusted at the factory. Should it be necessary
to adjust them again, contact your authorized Alfa
Romeo Dealer.
1—WiperBlade
2 — Release Button
3—WiperArm
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In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifi-
cations, should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage:
•Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing
the vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Cooling System
WARNING!
•Turn vehicle off and disconnect the fan motor
lead before working near the radiator cooling fan.
• You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the
hood, do not open the hood until the radiator has
had time to cool. Never open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is
hot.
• Keep hands, tools, clothing, and jewelry away
from the radiator cooling fan when the hood is
raised. The fan starts automatically and may start
at any time, whether the engine is running or not.
• When working near the radiator cooling fan,
disconnect the fan motor lead or turn the ignition
switch to the OFF position. The fan is temperature
controlled and can start at any time the ignition
switch is in the ON position.
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The ID number of the electrical component correspond-
ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover.
CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F01 70 Amp Tan –Body Controller
F03 20 Amp Yellow –Ignition Switch
F04 40 Amp Orange –Anti-Lock Brake Pump
F05 20 Amp Yellow –Anti-Lock Brake Valve
F06 40 Amp Orange –Radiator Fan - Low Speed
F07 50 Amp Red –Radiator Fan - High Speed
F08 20 Amp Yellow –Blower Motor
F09 –5 Amp Tan Headlight beam switch (If Equipped)
F10 –10 Amp Red Horn
F11 –20 Amp Yellow Powertrain
F14 –15 Amp Blue Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission
F15 –15 Amp Blue Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission
F16 –5 Amp Tan Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission, ECM
F17 –10 Amp Red Powertrain
F18 –5 Amp Tan Powertrain
F19 –7.5 Amp Brown Air Conditioning Compressor
F21 –20 Amp Yellow Fuel Pump
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Heated Mirrors...........................65
Heater ............................ .131, 133
Holder, Cup .............................91
Ignition .................................9
Key .................................9
Ignition Key Removal .......................9
Illuminated Entry .........................14
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ....................11
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................63
Instrument Cluster ....................105, 113
Instrument Cluster ......................97
Instrument Panel And Controls ...............96
Instrument Panel Cover ....................245
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ..............245
Interior Appearance Care ...................244
Interior Lights ...........................80
Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers) ............81
Introduction .............................4
Jump Starting .......................... .206
Key Fob Lock The Doors ........................15
Unlock The Doors ......................15 Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .16
Key-In Reminder
.........................11
Key, Replacement .........................12
Keys ...................................9
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ...................11
Lane Change Assist .......................78
Lap/Shoulder Belts ........................27
Latches ................................59
Lead Free Gasoline .......................189
Leaks, Fluid .............................59
Life Of Tires ............................181
Light Bulbs ..........................59, 251
Lights ...............................59, 77
AirBag...........................57, 103
Brake Warning ........................100
Bulb Replacement ..................... .252
Cruise ...........................114,115
Engine Temperature Warning ..............105
Exterior ..............................59
Hazard Warning Flasher .................198
Illuminated Entry .......................14
Interior ..............................80
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........111
Park ............................ .78,1
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