2017 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider lock

Trip B Activation
Through this option, it is possible to activate (On) or
deactivate (Off) the Trip B (partial trip) display.
For further information, see “Trip Computer.”
For activation/deactivation, proceed as follows:
1. Briefly push theSET/BACKbutton. “On” or “Off”
will display in the Instrument Cluster Display (ac-
cording to previous setting).
2. Push and release the UP
orDOWNarrow
button to select the setting and once selected a
beep will occur to signal the setting is saved.
3. Briefly push the SET/BACKbutton to go back to the
menu screen, or push and hold the SET/BACK
button (approximately one second) to go back to the
main screen without storing the settings.
Set Time
This function may be used to set the clock through two
submenu items: “Time” and “Mode.”
Proceed as follows:
1. Briefly push the SET/BACKbutton. The display will
show the two submenu items “Time” and “Mode.” 2. Push and release the
UP
orDOWNarrow
button to navigate the two submenu items.
3. Select the required option and then push the SET/
BACK button.
4. When accessing the “Time” submenu item, briefly push the SET/BACK button and “hours” will flash
on the display.
5. Push and release the UP
orDOWNarrow
button for setting.
6. Briefly push the SET/BACKbutton and “minutes”
will flash on the display.
7. Push and release the UP
orDOWNarrow
button for setting.
NOTE:
•The setting will increase or decrease by one unit
each time the UP
orDOWNarrow button
is pushed. Push and hold the button to increase/
decrease the setting rapidly. Save the setting by
briefly pushing the button when you approach
the required setting.
• Briefly push the SET/BACKbutton to return to the
“Time” sub-function.
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•When accessing the “Mode” submenu, briefly push
the SET/BACK button. The previously set display
format will flash on the display.
• Push and release the UP
orDOWNarrow
button to select “24h” or “12h.”
When you have selected the required settings, briefly
push the SET/BACK button to go back to the Time,
Mode submenu screen, or push and hold the SET/
BACK button (approximately one second) to go back to
the main screen without storing the settings.
Set Date
This function may be used to set the date (day - month
- year).
To change the date, proceed as follows:
1. Briefly push the SET/BACKbutton and “year” will
flash on the display.
2. Push and release the UP
orDOWNarrow
button for setting.
3. Briefly push the SET/BACKbutton and “month”
will flash on the display. 4. Push and release the
UP
orDOWNarrow
button for setting.
5. Briefly push the SET/BACKbutton and “day” will
flash on the display.
6. Push and release the UP
orDOWNbutton
for setting.
NOTE: The setting will increase or decrease by one
unit each time the UP
orDOWNarrow button
is pushed. Push and hold the UP
orDOWN
arrow button to increase/decrease the setting
rapidly. Save the setting by briefly pushing the
button when you approach the required setting.
• Briefly push the SET/BACKbutton to go back to the
menu screen, or push and hold the SET/BACK
button (approximately one second) to go back to the
main screen without storing the settings.
Autoclose
With this function active, the doors will automatically
lock at when the vehicle’s speed exceeds 12 MPH
(20 km/h).
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NOTE:•Continuous use of the Recirculation mode may
make the inside air stuffy and window fogging
may occur. Extended use of this mode is not
recommended.
• The use of the Recirculation mode in cold or damp
weather could cause windows to fog on the inside,
because of moisture buildup inside the vehicle.
Select the outside air position for maximum defog-
ging.
5. Temperature Control
Rotate this control to regulate the temperature of the air
inside the passenger compartment. Rotating the dial
counterclockwise into the blue area of the scale indi-
cates cooler temperatures, while rotating clockwise into
the red area indicates warmer temperatures.
6. Blower Control
Rotate this control to regulate the amount of air forced
through the ventilation system in any mode. The
blower speed increases as you move the control clock-
wise from the “0” (OFF) position. There are four blower
speeds.Heating
To heat the passenger compartment, proceed as follows:
1. Rotate the Temperature Control to the red section.
2. Turn the Blower Control to the desired speed.
3. Turn the Mode Control to
.
4. Then operate the controls to maintain the desired comfort conditions.
NOTE:
• This air distribution allows the passenger compart-
ment to be heated quickly.
• When the engine is cold, it takes a few minutes to
achieve optimum passenger compartment heating.
Fast Demisting/Defrosting Of Windshield And
Side Windows
Proceed as follows:
1. Rotate the Temperature Control to the red section.
2. Turn the Blower Control to 4 (maximum fan speed).
3. Turn the Mode Control to
.
4. Move the Recirculation Control to. 4
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NOTE:The internal air recirculation system makes it
possible to reach the required heating or ventilation
conditions more quickly. Do not use the internal air
recirculation function on rainy/cold days to avoid the
possibility of the windows misting.
Climate Control
Proceed as follows:
1. Rotate the Temperature Control to the blue section.
2. Turn the Blower Control to 1 (1st fan speed). For rapid cooling, turn Blower Control to 4 (maximum
fan speed).
3. Move the Recirculation Control to
.
4. Turn the Mode Control to.
5. Press the A/C button.
Cooling Adjustment
Proceed as follows:
1. Move the Recirculation Control to
.
2. Rotate the Temperature Control towards the red section to increase the temperature. 3. Turn the Blower Control counterclockwise to reduce
the fan speed.
Door Mirror Demisting
•Press thebutton to activate this function.
•Press thebutton again to deactivate the func-
tion.
Activation is indicated by the digital warning light on
the display.
Demist/Defrost Button
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▫Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
(ABS) ............................158
▫ Cornering Brake Control System (CBC) .....159
▫ Drag Torque Control System (DTC) .......159
▫ AntiSlip Regulation System (ASR) ........160
▫ Hill Start Assist (HSA) .................161
▫
Hydraulic Brake Assistant System (HBA) . . . .162
▫ Electronic Q2 System (E-Q2) ............162
▫ Ready Alert Brake System (RAB) .........162
 TIRE SAFETY INFORMATION ............163
▫ Tire Markings .......................163
▫ Tire Identification Number (TIN) ..........166
▫ Tire Terminology And Definitions .........167
▫ Tire Loading And Tire Pressure ..........168
 TIRES — GENERAL INFORMATION .......173
▫ Tire Pressure .......................173
▫ Tire Inflation Pressures ................174 ▫
Tire Pressures For High Speed Operation . . . .175
▫
Radial Ply Tires .....................175
▫ Tire Types ..........................176
▫ Run Flat Tires — If Equipped ............177
▫ Spare Tires — If Equipped ..............177
▫ Tire Spinning .......................180
▫ Tread Wear Indicators .................180
▫ Life Of Tire ........................181
▫ Replacement Tires ....................182
 TIRE CHAINS (TRACTION DEVICES) ......183
 TIRE ROTATION RECOMMENDATIONS . . . .184
 DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES .......184
▫ Treadwear ..........................184
▫ Traction Grades ..................... .184
▫ Temperature Grades ...................185
 TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM
(TPMS) ............................ .185
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STARTING PROCEDURES
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust
both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat
belts.
WARNING!
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the transmission gear selec-
tor.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children). A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
Automatic Transmission
To start the engine, press the brake pedal. The system
engages NEUTRAL (N) automatically.
After the starting procedure, FIRST (1st) gear or RE-
VERSE (R) can be engaged.
Irrespective of the mode selected (AUTO/MANUAL),
to engage FIRST (1st) gear or REVERSE (R), it is
necessary to press the brake pedal and push the 1
button on the transmission control panel (or the +
steering wheel stalk) to engage FIRST (1st) gear or the R
button to engage REVERSE (R).
When FIRST (1st) gear is engaged, the system sets itself
to AUTO mode.
NEUTRAL (N) can be engaged again by pushing the N
button with the brake pedal pressed.
When the 1, N or R buttons are pushed (or +steering
wheel stalk is operated) without pressing the brake
pedal, no gear change request is implemented by the
system.
NOTE: REVERSE (R) cannot be engaged by pushing the
- stalk on the steering wheel.
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Normal Starting
NOTE:Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
Turn the ignition switch to the AVV/ACC (START)
position and release it when the engine starts. If the
engine fails to start within 10 seconds, turn the ignition
switch to the STOP (OFF/LOCK) position, wait 10 to 15
seconds, then repeat the “Normal Starting” procedure.
Cold Weather Operation
Your engine is designed to operate at temperatures as
low as 0°F (-18°C).
CAUTION!
Use of the recommended SAE 5W-40 Synthetic oil
and adhering to the prescribed oil change intervals
is important to prevent engine damage and ensure
satisfactory starting in cold conditions.
If Engine Fails To Start
WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquids into the
throttle body air inlet opening in an attempt to start
the vehicle. This could result in a flash fire causing
serious personal injury.
CAUTION!
• Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to get
it started. Vehicles equipped with a Alfa Twin
Clutch Transmission cannot be started this way.
Unburned fuel could enter the catalytic converter
and once the engine has started, ignite and dam-
age the converter and vehicle.
• To prevent damage to the starter, do not continu-
ously crank the engine for more than 15 seconds
at a time. Wait 10 to 15 seconds before trying
again.
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After Starting
The idle speed is controlled automatically, and it will
decrease as the engine warms up.
Turbo Charger “Cool Down”
This vehicle is equipped with an after-run pump to cool
the turbocharger after the engine is shut off. Depending
on the type of driving and the amount of cargo, the
pump will run for up to five minutes after the engine
has been shut off to circulate coolant through the
turbocharger.
Although the pump is rubber-mounted for quiet opera-
tion, it is normal to hear it running during this time.
SIX-SPEED ALFA TWIN CLUTCH
TRANSMISSION
WARNING!
•It is dangerous to shift out of NEUTRAL if the
engine speed is higher than idle speed. If your foot
is not firmly pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle
could accelerate quickly forward or in reverse. You
could lose control of the vehicle and hit someone
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or something. Only shift into gear when the engine
is idling normally and your foot is firmly pressing
the brake pedal.
•Unintended movement of a vehicle could injure
those in or near the vehicle. As with all vehicles,
you should never exit a vehicle while the engine
is running.
• Before exiting a vehicle, always apply the parking
brake, shift the transmission into FIRST gear or
REVERSE, turn the engine OFF, and remove the
key fob.
• Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle. Allowing children
to be in a vehicle unattended is dangerous for a
number of reasons. A child or others could be
seriously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake, brake
pedal or the transmission gear selector.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children). A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
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