2017 Alfa Romeo Giulia lights

Green Telltale Indicator Lights
Warning lightWhat It Means What To Do
PARK/HEADLIGHT ON INDICATOR LIGHT
The indicator light switches on when the parking lights
are turned on.
Headlight Off Delay
This function allows the headlights to remain on for 30,
60 or 90 seconds after the ignition was placed in STOP
position.
LEFT TURN SIGNAL
The indicator light switches on when the turn signal
switch is moved downwards or, together with the right
turn signal indicator, when the hazard warning light
button is pressed.
RIGHT TURN SIGNAL
The indicator light switches on when the turn signal
switch is moved upwards or, together with the left turn
signal indicator, when the hazard warning light button is
pressed.
AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS (On Base
Instrument Cluster Display)
This indicator light comes on when the automatic high
beam headlights are activated.
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Blue Telltale Indicator Light
Warning LightWhat It Means What To Do
HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS (On Base Instrument Cluster
Display)
The symbol comes on when the high beam headlights
are activated.
Red Symbols
SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light
turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the
engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when
this light turns on. Do not operate the vehicle until the
cause is corrected. This light does not indicate how
much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level must be
checked under the hood.
Note:
Do not use the vehicle until the failure has been solved.
The switching on of the symbol does not indicate the
amount of oil in the engine: the oil level can be checked
on the display upon entering the vehicle and also by
activating the "Oil level" function on the Connect
system. The oil level can also be checked manually.
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SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL (ETC) WARNING
LIGHTS
This warning light, along with the related message, signals
a failure in the electronic throttle control system (ETC).Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
If a failure is detected, the warning light switches on
while the engine is running.Place the ignition in the off position and the shift
selector in the park position: the warning light should
switch off. If the warning light stays on with engine
running the vehicle can still be driven.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the failure eliminated.
If the warning light flashes with the engine running,
immediate intervention is required. A loss of
performance, irregular/high idling speed or engine
stopping might take place and the vehicle may need to
be towed.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the failure eliminated.
LOW ENGINE OIL LEVEL
This warning light appears on the panel when the
engine oil level falls below the minimum recommended
value.
The level must also be checked using the dipstick in the
engine compartment (see chapter "Servicing and
Maintenance.")Contact an authorized dealer to have the system
checked.
ALFA STEERING TORQUE (AST) FAILURE
The switching on of the symbol signals a failure in the
automatic steering correction system.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the system
checked.
ALTERNATOR FAILURE
The switching on of the symbol with engine on
corresponds to an alternator failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Amber Symbols
SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
ENGINE IMMOBILIZER FAILURE / BREAK-IN ATTEMPT
Engine Immobilizer System Failure
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the Engine
Immobilizer system.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Break-In Attempt
The symbol switches on when the ignition is moved to
ON position, to indicate a possible break-in attempt
detected by the alarm system.
Electronic Key Not Recognized
The symbol switches on when the engine is started and
the electronic key is not recognized by the system.
Alarm System Failure
This symbol switches on to report an alarm system
failure.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM OPERATION
This telltale will illuminate after an accident has
occurred, and the system has shut the fuel off. For reactivating the fuel cut-off system, refer to
"Occupant Restraint Systems" in "Safety.” If it is not
possible to restore the fuel supply, contact an
authorized dealer.
PARK SENSORS SYSTEM FAILURE
Lights up when the system has failed or is not available.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the system
checked.
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
The symbol turns on when the outside temperature falls
to or below 37°F.
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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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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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