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Fuel Economy
Underinflated tires will increase tire rolling resistance
resulting in higher fuel consumption.
Tread Wear
Improper cold tire inflation pressures can cause abnor-
mal wear patterns and reduced tread life, resulting in
the need for earlier tire replacement.
Ride Comfort And Vehicle Stability
Proper tire inflation contributes to a comfortable ride.
Over-inflation produces a jarring and uncomfortable ride.
Tire Inflation Pressures
The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on the
driver’s side B-Pillar or rear edge of the driver’s side door.
At least once a month:
•Check and adjust tire pressure with a good quality
pocket-type pressure gauge. Do not make a visual
judgement when determining proper inflation. Tires
may look properly inflated even when they are
under-inflated.
• Inspect tires for signs of tire wear or visible damage.
CAUTION!
After inspecting or adjusting the tire pressure,
always reinstall the valve stem cap. This will pre-
vent moisture and dirt from entering the valve stem,
which could damage the valve stem.
Inflation pressures specified on the placard are always
“cold tire inflation pressure”. Cold tire inflation pres-
sure is defined as the tire pressure after the vehicle has
not been driven for at least three hours, or driven less
than 1 mile (1.6 km) after sitting for a minimum of three
hours. The cold tire inflation pressure must not exceed
the maximum inflation pressure molded into the tire
sidewall.
Check tire pressures more often if subject to a wide
range of outdoor temperatures, as tire pressures vary
with temperature changes.
Tire pressures change by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa)
per 12°F (7°C) of air temperature change. Keep this in
mind when checking tire pressure inside a garage,
especially in the Winter.
Example: If garage temperature = 68°F (20°C) and the
outside temperature = 32°F (0°C) then the cold tire
240 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)...........221
Adding Fuel ........................... .159
Adding Washer Fluid .....................208
Additives, Fuel ......................... .263
AirBag ...............................112 Air Bag Operation ......................114
Air Bag Warning Light ..................111
Driver Knee Air Bag ....................115
Enhanced Accident Response ..............195
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...............195
If A Deployment Occurs .................118
Knee Impact Bolsters ....................115
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ...........122
Transporting Pets ..................... .131
Air Bag Light .....................79, 111, 133
Air Bag Maintenance ..................... .122
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . .213
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................214
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............214, 215
Air Conditioning System ...................214
Air Filter ............................. .213
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... .240
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ...............20
Alfa DNA System (Dynamic Car Control System) .148 Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission............85, 143
Fluid Type ....................... .229, 268
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ..............6
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............221, 266
Capacities .......................... .266
Disposal ............................ .223
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................90
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................82
Automatic Transaxle .......................17
Automatic Transmission ...................143
Fluid Type .......................... .268
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........58
Battery ............................ .79, 211
Charging System Light ...................79
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ..............16
Belts, Seat ............................. .133
Body Mechanism Lubrication ................215
B-Pillar
Location ........................ .235
Brake Fluid ........................... .268
Brake, Parking ......................... .141
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New Vehicle Break-In Period................141
Occupant Restraints ..................... .100
Octane Rating, Gasoline (Fuel) ...............262
Oil, Engine ........................ .212, 266
Capacity ........................... .266
Change Interval ...................... .212
Checking ........................... .208
Disposal ............................ .213
Filter .............................. .213
Filter Disposal ....................... .213
Materials Added To ....................213
Pressure Warning Light ...................78
Recommendation ...................212, 266
Viscosity ........................... .213
Oil Filter, Change ....................... .213
Oil Filter, Selection ...................... .213
Oil Pressure Light .........................78
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................85
Operating Precautions ......................85
Operator Manual (Owner’s Manual) ............5
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................28
Overheating, Engine ..................... .191
Owner’s Manual (Operator Manual) .........5,278Paint Care
............................ .253
Parking Brake .......................... .141
Passing Light ............................31
Pets ................................. .131
Placard, Tire And Loading Information .........235
Power Door Locks ...........................22
Mirrors ..............................29
Windows .............................42
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ..............108
Pretensioners Seat Belts ........................... .108
Radial Ply Tires ........................ .241
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ..........223
Radio Frequency General Information ..................17, 20
Radio Operation ........................ .272
Rear
Seat, Folding ........................24
Reclining Front Seats ......................25
Recreational Towing ..................... .161
Reformulated Gasoline ....................262
Refrigerant ............................ .215
Reminder, Seat Belt ...................... .102
286 INDEX