2018 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider engine

INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
Congratulations on selecting your new vehicle. Be
assured that it represents precision workmanship, dis-
tinctive styling, and high quality. This Owner ’s Manual
has been prepared with the assistance of service and
engineering specialists to acquaint you with the opera-
tion and maintenance of your vehicle. It is supple-
mented by Warranty Information, and customer ori-
ented documents. In the attached Warranty Booklet,
you will find a description of the services that FCA
offers to its customers, the Warranty Certificate and the
details of the terms and conditions for maintaining its
validity. Please take the time to read all of these
publications carefully before driving your vehicle for
the first time. Following the instructions, recommenda-
tions, tips, and important warnings in this manual will
help assure safe and enjoyable operation of your ve-
hicle. Be sure you are familiar with all vehicle controls,
particularly those used for braking, steering, transmis-
sion, and transfer case shifting (if equipped). Learn how
your vehicle handles on different road surfaces. Your
driving skills will improve with experience.This Owner ’s Manual describes all versions of this
vehicle. Options and equipment dedicated to specific
markets or versions are not expressly indicated in the
text. Therefore, you should only consider the informa-
tion which is related to the trim level, engine, and
version that you have purchased. Any content intro-
duced throughout the Owner ’s Information, that may
or may not be applicable to your vehicle, will be
identified with the wording “If Equipped”. All data
contained in this publication are intended to help you
use your vehicle in the best possible way. FCA aims at
a constant improvement of the vehicles produced. For
this reason, it reserves the right to make changes to the
model described for technical and/or commercial rea-
sons. For further information, contact an authorized
dealer.
NOTE:
After reviewing the Owner ’s Information, it
should be stored in the vehicle for convenient referenc-
ing, and remain with the vehicle when sold.
When it comes to service, remember that your autho-
rized dealer knows your vehicle best, has factory-
trained technicians and genuine MOPAR® parts, and
cares about your satisfaction.
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3.Remove the key from the ignition switch lock cylinder.
WARNING!
•Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the auto-
matic transmission into PARK or the manual
transmission into REVERSE, apply the parking
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WARNING! (Continued)
brake, turn the engine OFF, remove the key fob
from the ignition and lock your vehicle.
• 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.
• Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up
may cause serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Always re-
move the key from the ignition and lock all the
doors when leaving the vehicle unattended.
Ignition Switch Positions
1 — STOP (OFF/LOCK)
2 — MAR (ON/RUN)
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Key-In-Ignition Reminder
Opening the driver’s door when the key is in the
ignition and the ignition switch position is in the STOP
(OFF/LOCK) position, sounds a signal to remove the
key.
SENTRY KEY
The Sentry Key Immobilizer System prevents unauthor-
ized vehicle operation by disabling the engine. The
system does not need to be armed or activated. Opera-
tion is automatic, regardless of whether the vehicle is
locked or unlocked.
The system uses ignition keys which have an embedded
electronic chip (transponder) to prevent unauthorized
vehicle operation. Therefore, only keys that are pro-
grammed to the vehicle can be used to start and operate
the vehicle.
NOTE:A key which has not been programmed is also
considered an invalid key, even if it is cut to fit the
ignition switch lock cylinder for that vehicle.
If the vehicle security light is on after the key is turned
to the MAR/ON/RUN position, it indicates that there
is a problem with the electronics.
CAUTION!
• Always remove the Sentry Key from the vehicle
and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle
unattended.
• The Sentry Key Immobilizer system is not com-
patible with some aftermarket remote starting
systems. Use of these systems may result in
vehicle starting problems and loss of security
protection.
All of the keys provided with your new vehicle have
been programmed to the vehicle electronics.
Replacement Keys
NOTE: Only keys that have been programmed to the
vehicle electronics can be used to start the vehicle. Once
a Sentry Key has been programmed to a vehicle, it
cannot be programmed to any other vehicle.
NOTE: When having the Sentry Key Immobilizer
System serviced, bring all vehicle keys with you to an
authorized dealer.
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General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF
EQUIPPED
The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors and
decklid for unauthorized entry and the ignition for
unauthorized operation. If something triggers the
alarm, the Vehicle Security Alarm will prevent the
vehicle from starting. It will also emit an acoustic signal
and flash the park lights, and taillights. Operation
The alarm activates in the following cases:
1. Wrongful opening of one of the doors or the decklid
(perimeter protection);
2. Wrongful operation of the ignition switch (key turned to MAR ON/RUN);
3. Cutting of the battery leads;
4. Anomalous lifting/tilting of the car.
Operation of the alarm is indicated by an acoustic and
visual signal (flashing of the direction indicators for
several seconds). The alarm activation modes may vary
according to the market. There is a maximum number
of acoustic/visual cycles. When this is reached the
system returns to normal operation.
NOTE:
• The engine locking function is guaranteed by the Alfa
Romeo CODE, which is automatically activated
when the key is extracted from the ignition switch.
• The alarm is adapted to meet requirements in various
countries.
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Follow Me Home/Headlight Delay
When this feature is selected, the driver can choose to
have the headlights remain on for a preset period of
time after the engine is turned OFF.
Activation
Remove the key or turn the ignition to the STOP
(OFF/LOCK) position, and pull the multifunction lever
toward the steering wheel within two minutes. Each
time the lever is pulled, the activation of the lights will
be extended by 30 seconds. The activation of the lights
can be extended to a maximum of 210 seconds.
Deactivation
Pull the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel
and hold it for more than two seconds.
Turn Signals
Move the multifunction lever up or down and the
arrows on each side of the instrument cluster flash to
show proper operation of the front and rear turn signal
lights.NOTE:
If either light remains on and does not flash, or
there is a very fast flash rate, check for a defective
outside light bulb. If an indicator fails to light when the
lever is moved, it would suggest that the indicator bulb
is defective.
Lane Change Assist
Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond
the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash
five times then automatically turn off.
INTERIOR LIGHTS
Interior Light
The interior light is located in the headliner in between
the sun visors. The interior light can be set to three
different positions (off/left position, center position,
on/right position).
Using the interior light lens, push the lens to the right
from its center position and the lights are always on.
Push the lens to the left from its center position and the
lights are always off. Leave the lens in the center
position, and the light is turned on and off when the
doors are opened or closed.
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Climate Control Functions
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 desiredcomfort 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.
After demisting/defrosting, operate the controls as
normal to restore the required comfort conditions.
NOTE: The climate control system is very useful for
speeding up and maintaining demisting since it dehu-
midifies the air. Adjust the controls as described previ-
ously and switch on the climate control system by
pressing the A/C button.
Window Demisting
In the event of considerable external moisture and/or
rain and/or large differences in temperature inside and
outside the passenger compartment, perform the fol-
lowing preventive window demisting procedure:
1. Move the Recirculation Control to
.
2. Rotate the Temperature Control to the red section.
3. Turn the Blower Control to 2 (intermediate fan speed).
4. Turn the Mode Control to
with the possibility
of moving it to position
if window misting does
not occur.
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•The rubber seals of the top must be washed with
water only. Apply talcum power or use specific
rubber care products (silicone spray) if the seals are
dry or partially stuck.
DECKLID
To Open The Decklid
CAUTION!
• To prevent possible damage, do not slam the
decklid to close it. Use a firm downward push at
the center of the decklid to ensure the decklid
latch is fully engaged.
• During normal vehicle operation, the luggage
compartment (located rear of the engine) can
reach temperatures above 149 °F (65 °C). Do not
transport objects in the luggage compartment that
may be damaged at such temperatures. Do not
place aerosol cans in the luggage compartment. To open the decklid:
1. Open the driver’s side door.
2. Pull the decklid release lever located on the rear of
the driver’s door sill.
Decklid Release Lever
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5. Place the decklid prop rod in the decklid slot tosecure the decklid in the open position.
WARNING!
•The maximum load limit for the luggage compart-
ment, in addition to the kits provided, is 33.1 lbs.
(15kg). Do not exceed the maximum permitted
load in the luggage compartment. When accessing
the rear luggage compartment, do not come into
contact with engine, or other components, that
may be hot and could burn you if touched.
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WARNING! (Continued)
•Access the luggage compartment only with the
vehicle stationary. Before exiting the vehicle, you
should always place the vehicle into FIRST gear
or REVERSE, apply the parking brake, and re-
move the key from the ignition. Never leave the
key fob in the vehicle or in a location accessible to
children.
• The decklid may drop suddenly, causing serious
injury, if the supporting rod is not positioned
correctly.
• The decklid must always be closed properly, and
the lock engaged, while the vehicle is in motions.
To Close The Decklid
1. Hold the decklid up with one hand and use the other to remove rod from housing and reinsert it in its
locking device.
2. Lower the decklid approximately 7.8 inches (20 cm) from the engine compartment and let it drop. Make
sure that the decklid is completely closed and not
only fastened in safety position by trying to open it.
If it is not completely closed, do not push the decklid
down, but raise it and repeat the procedure.
Decklid Prop Rod Slot
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