2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia Owner's Manual

SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED — IF EQUIPPED
The symbol is displayed only for a limited time.
Note:
After the first indication, each time the engine is started
the symbol will continue to switch on as described
above until the oil is changed.
If the symbol flashes, this does not mean that there is a
fault on the vehicle, rather it simply reports that it is now
necessary to change the oil as a result of regular use of
the vehicle. The deterioration of engine oil is accelerated
by using the vehicle for short drives, preventing the
engine from reaching operating temperature.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Caution!
Deteriorated engine oil should be replaced as soon as possible after the symbol is switched on, and never more than 310 miles (500 km) after
it first switches on. Failure to observe the above may result in severe damage to the engine and invalidate the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
When this symbol comes on, it does not mean that the level of engine oil is low, so if it flashes you do not need to top up the engine oil.
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SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of engine oil
pressure sensor failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of engine oil level
sensor failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) SYSTEM
FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the case of failure of the
Forward Collision Warning system.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
START & STOP EVO SYSTEM FAILURE
This symbol switches on to report a Stop & Start Evo
system failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the failure eliminated.
RAIN SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the case of failure of the
automatic windshield wiper.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
DUSK SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the case of failure of the
automatic low beam alignment.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
BLIND SPOT MONITORING SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol comes on in the event of a Blind Spot
Monitoring system failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel level sensor
failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
EXTERIOR LIGHTS FAILURE
The symbol switches on to indicate a failure on the
following lights: daytime running lights (DRLs) / parking
lights / trailer turn signal indicators (if present) / trailer
lights (if present) / side lights / turn signal indicators /
rear fog light / reversing light / brake lights / number
plate lights.The failure may be caused by a blown bulb, a blown
protection fuse, or an interruption of the electrical
connection.
Replace the bulb or the relevant fuse. Contact an
authorized dealer.
KEYLESS START SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of Keyless Start
system failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel cut-off
system failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW) SYSTEM
FAILURE
The symbol comes on in the event of a fault in the Lane
Departure Warning system.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS FAILURE — IF
EQUIPPED
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the
automatic high beam headlights.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the failure eliminated.
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SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID OVERHEATING
The symbol switches on in the case of transmission
overheating, after a particularly demanding use. In this
case an engine performance limitation is carried out.Wait for the symbol to disappear with the engine off or
idling.
TOW HOOK FAILURE
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the tow
hook.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the failure eliminated.
AUDIO SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the audio
system.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the failure eliminated.
SPEED LIMITER SYSTEM FAILURE
While driving, the symbol switches on to signal a Speed
Limiter system failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the failure eliminated.
FUEL TANK CAP
Lights up if the fuel tank cap is open or not properly
closed.
Tighten the cap properly.
ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE FAILURE
The switching on of the symbol and the message on the
display signal a failure in the electric park brake system.
This failure may partially or completely block the car
because the park brake could remain activated even if
automatically or manually disengaged using the relevant
controls. In these circumstances, you can disengage
the park brake following the emergency disengagement
procedure described in “In Case Of Emergency.”If you are still able to drive the car (park brake is not
engaged), drive to the nearest authorized dealer and
remember, when executing any maneuvers/commands,
that the electric park brake is not operational.
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Warning!
If a failure is present with sharp braking, the rear wheels may lock and the vehicle may swerve.
SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
INSUFFICIENT ENGINE COOLANT LEVEL (if equipped)
If the symbol switches on, it indicates a low engine
coolant level condition.Top up, as described in the "Servicing And
Maintenance" chapter
ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURE
While driving, if the warning light switches on, it signals
a failure in the Adaptive Cruise Control system.Contact an authorized dealer to have the system
checked.
WEAR ON BRAKE PADS
Lights up when the brake pads have reached their wear
limit.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.Note:
Always use genuine parts or similar because the
Integrated Brake System (IBS) system could detect
anomalies.
WEAR ON CCB BRAKE DISCS if equipped)
Lights up when the carbon ceramic brake discs have
reached their wear limit.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Warning!
It is recommended to use only original or equivalent, bench-tested spare pads in order to ensure the original performance of the braking
system.
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SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
DYNAMIC DRIVE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURE
The switching on of the warning light signals a failure in
the dynamic drive control system.
WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE
Signals a windshield wiper failure.Contact an authorized dealer.
GENERIC INDICATION
Signals information and failures.
The accompanying messages describe the failure.
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE
This symbol switches on to report a four wheel drive
system failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the failure eliminated.
AFS SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol appears to indicate the automatic
directional light system failure.
Go to an authorized dealer to have the system checked.
SOFT SUSPENSION CALIBRATION INSERTION (if
equipped)
Switches on when the most comfortable suspension
setting is activated.
SHOCK ABSORBERS FAILURE (ADC) — IF EQUIPPED
While driving, if the symbol switches on, it signals a
failure in the suspension system.Contact an authorized dealer to have the system
checked.
WINDSHIELD WASHER LIQUID LEVEL
The symbol appears for some seconds to indicate that
the level of the windshield and headlight washing fluid (if
any) is low.To refill the liquid, refer to “Engine Compartment” in
“Servicing And Maintenance.” Always use liquid with the
features indicated in the “Fluids And Lubricants” section
in “Technical Specifications.”
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Green Symbols
SymbolWhat It Means
HEADLIGHTS (On Premium Instrument Cluster)
The warning light switches on when the headlights are turned on.
START & STOP EVO OPERATION
The warning light comes on in the case of Start & Stop Evo system intervention (stopping the engine).
When the engine is restarted, the warning light switches off (for the engine restarting modes refer to “Stop/Start Evo” in
“Starting And Operating”).
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM
The warning light comes on when the Cruise Control system is activated.
Blue Symbols
Symbol What it means
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS
The symbol comes on when the automatic high beam headlights are activated.
HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS
The symbol comes on when the high beam headlights are activated.
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ONBOARD
DIAGNOSTIC
SYSTEM
Operation
The OBD (On Board Diagnostic system)
carries out a continuous diagnosis of
the components of the vehicle related
to emissions.
It also alerts the driver of when these
components are no longer in peak
condition by switching on the
warning light on the instrument
panel (see “Warning Lights And
Messages” paragraph in this chapter).
The aim of the OBD system (On Board
Diagnostic) is to:
Monitor the efficiency of the system
Indicate an increase in emissions
Indicate the need to replace
damaged components
The vehicle also has a connector, which
can interface with appropriate tools,
that makes it possible to read the error
codes stored in the electronic control
units together with a series of specific
parameters for engine operation and
diagnosis. This check can be carried
out by your authorized dealer.
Note: After eliminating a fault, to check
the system completely, your authorized
dealer is obliged to run tests and, if
necessary certain road tests.
Onboard Diagnostic
System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity
Your vehicle is required to have an
Onboard Diagnostic system (OBD II)
and a connection port to allow access
to information related to the
performance of your emissions
controls. Authorized service technicians
may need to access this information to
assist with the diagnosis and service of
your vehicle and emissions system.
Warning!
ONLY an authorized service technician
should connect equipment to the OBD II
connection port in order to diagnose or
service your vehicle.
If unauthorized equipment is connected
to the OBD II connection port, such as a
driver-behavior tracking device, it may:
Be possible that vehicle systems,
including safety related systems, could be
impaired or a loss of vehicle control could
occur that may result in an accident
involving serious injury or death.
Access, or allow others to access,
information stored in your vehicle systems,
including personal information.
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