2018 Alfa Romeo Giulia steering wheel

Washer Fluid For Windshield/
Headlights
The windshield and headlights washer
fluid reservoir has a telescopic filler.
If the level is too low, remove reservoir
cap and lift the filler. Then, add the fluid
described in the "Technical
Specifications" chapter.
Note:The headlight washing system will
not work if the liquid level is low (as
indicated by the symbol on the
instrument cluster display). The
windshield washer will keep working.
On vehicles equipped with headlight
washers, if equipped, there is a reference
notch on the dipstick: ONLY the
windshield/rear window washer operates
with the level below this reference.
Brake Fluid
Check that the fluid is at the maximum
level. If the fluid level in the tank is low,
contact your authorized dealer to have
the system checked.
Automatic Transmission Activation
System Oil
The transmission control oil level should
only be checked at your authorized
dealer.
Useful Advice For Extending The Life
Of Your Battery
To avoid draining your battery and make
it last longer, observe the following
instructions:
When you park the car, ensure that the
doors and trunk are closed properly to
prevent any lights from remaining on
inside the passenger's compartment.
Do not keep accessories (e.g. radio,
hazard warning lights, etc.) switched on
for a long time when the engine is not
running.
Before performing any operation on
the electrical system, disconnect the
negative battery cable.
If you wish to install electrical
accessories after purchasing the car that
require permanent electrical supply (e.g.
alarm, etc.), or accessories which
influence the electrical supply
requirements, contact your authorized
dealer, whose qualified staff will evaluate
the overall electrical consumption.
Caution!
If the charge level remains under 50% for a
long time, the battery may be damaged by
sulphation, reducing its capacity and
efficiency at start the vehicle. The battery is
also more prone to the risk of freezing (at
temperatures as high as 14°F (-10°C).
Note: After the battery is disconnected,
the steering must be initialized. The
warning light on the instrument panel
switches on to indicate this. To carry out
this procedure, simply turn the steering
wheel all the way from one end to the
other, and then turn it back to the central
position.
Battery
The battery does not require the
electrolyte to be topped up with distilled
water. A periodic check carried out at an
authorized dealer, however, is necessary
to check efficiency.
Follow the battery manufacturer's
instructions for maintenance.
Replacing The Battery
If necessary, replace the battery with
another original battery with the same
specifications. Follow the battery
manufacturer’s instructions for
maintenance.
Warning!
Battery acid is a corrosive solution and
can burn or even blind you. Do not allow
battery acid to contact your eyes, skin, or
clothing. Do not lean over a battery when
attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or
on skin, flush the area immediately with
large amounts of water. Refer to “Jump
Starting” in “In Case Of Emergency” for
further information.
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Certification Label for the size
designation of your tire. The Load Index
and Speed Symbol for your tire will be
found on the original equipment tire
sidewall.
See the Tire Sizing Chart example found
in the “Tire Safety Information” section of
this manual for more information relating
to the Load Index and Speed Symbol of a
tire.
It is recommended to replace the two
front tires or two rear tires as a pair.
Replacing just one tire can seriously
affect your vehicle’s handling. If you ever
replace a wheel, make sure that the
wheel’s specifications match those of the
original wheels.
It is recommended you contact an
authorized tire dealer or original
equipment dealer with any questions you
may have on tire specifications or
capability. Failure to use equivalent
replacement tires may adversely affect
the safety, handling, and ride of your
vehicle.
Warning!
Do not use a tire, wheel size, load rating,
or speed rating other than that specified for
your vehicle. Some combinations of
unapproved tires and wheels may change
suspension dimensions and performance characteristics, resulting in changes to
steering, handling, and braking of your
vehicle. This can cause unpredictable
handling and stress to steering and
suspension components. You could lose
control and have a collision resulting in
serious injury or death. Use only the tire and
wheel sizes with load ratings approved for
your vehicle.
Never use a tire with a smaller load index
or capacity, other than what was originally
equipped on your vehicle. Using a tire with a
smaller load index could result in tire
overloading and failure. You could lose
control and have a collision.
Failure to equip your vehicle with tires
having adequate speed capability can result
in sudden tire failure and loss of vehicle
control.
Caution!
Replacing original tires with tires of a
different size may result in false
speedometer and odometer readings.
Spare Tires — If Equipped
Note: For vehicles equipped with Tire
Service Kit instead of a spare tire, please
refer to “Tire Service Kit” in “In Case Of
Emergency” for further information.
Caution!
Because of the reduced ground clearance,
do not take your vehicle through an
automatic car wash with a compact or
limited use temporary spare installed.
Damage to the vehicle may result.
Spare Tire Matching Original
Equipped Tire And Wheel — If
Equipped
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
spare tire and wheel equivalent in look
and function to the original equipment
tire and wheel found on the front or rear
axle of your vehicle. This spare tire may
be used in the tire rotation for your
vehicle. If your vehicle has this option,
refer to an authorized tire dealer for the
recommended tire rotation pattern.
Compact Spare Tire — If Equipped
The compact spare is for temporary
emergency use only. You can identify if
your vehicle is equipped with a compact
spare by looking at the spare tire
description on the Tire and Loading
Information Placard located on the
driver’s side door opening or on the
sidewall of the tire. Compact spare tire
descriptions begin with the letter “T” or
“S” preceding the size designation.
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Courtesy Mirror Light(Bulb Replacement) ..........175
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .........149,151
Cupholder ..................55
Cupholders .................55
Customer Assistance ..........246
Daytime Running Lights ..........33
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) ......33
Defroster, Windshield ..........128
Dimensions ............... .237
Direction Indicators (Changing A Bulb) ...........174
Disabled Vehicle Towing .........190
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock —
Rear Doors ................24
Doors .....................20
Driving Modes ............. .143
Dynamic Steering Torque (DST) System ..................92
Electric Park Brake ............135
Electric Remote Mirrors .........31
Electric Steering Wheel Heating .....30
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........149,151
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) System ..................90 Emergency Refuelling
..........188
Emergency, In Case Of ..........183
Hazard Warning Flasher .......172
Jacking ................ .208
Jump Starting ..........186,187
Overheating ............. .189
Tow Hooks .............. .191
Towing ................ .190
Emission Control System Maintenance ...............86
Engine .................. .231
Engine Coolant Level .........199
Exhaust Gas Caution .........127
Fuel Requirements ..........239
Jump Starting ..........186,187
Overheating .............
.189
Starting ............... .188
T

emperature Gauge ..........59
Engine Compartment ..........198
Engine Compartment (Washing) . . . .227
Engine Oil Level Check ............. .199
Engine Overheating ...........189
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............. .114,192
Environmental Protection Systems . . .55
Ethanol .................. .239
Exhaust Gas Cautions ..........127
Exhaust System .............127 Exterior Lighting
............32,34
Exterior Lights ............32,129
External Lights ...............32
Flashers Hazard Warning ............172
Turn Signal ...............35
Turn Signals ..............129
Fluid Leaks ............... .129
Fluids And Lubricants ..........242
Forward Collision Warning ........95
Front Light Cluster With Main Beam Xenon Gas Discharge Headlights
(Bulb Replacement) ..........175
Front Mobile Spoiler (Alfa Active Aero) ...................55
Front Seat Electric Heating .......27
Front Seats (Power Seats) ........26
Front Wipers Wiper Operation ............39
Fuel Additives ............... .240
Clean Air ............... .239
Ethanol ................ .239
Gauge ..................59
Materials Added ...........240
Methanol ............... .239
Fuse Boxes ............... .179
Fuses (Replacement) ..........177
INDEX

Seats.....................25
Adjustment ...............25
Head Restraints ............28
Height Adjustment ...........26
Power ..................26
Tilting ..................26
Service Assistance ............246
Service Contract .............247
Service Manuals .............248
Servicing Procedures ..........202
Shoulder Belts ............. .103
Signals, Turn ............. .35,129
Snow Chains ............... .223
Snow Tires ................ .222
Spare Tire ................ .220
Spare Tires .............220,221
Speed Control Accel/Decel ............. .150
Cancel ................ .151
Resume ............... .151
Set .................. .150
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........149,151
Speed Limiter .............. .148
Starting ................. .188
Starting And Operating .........188
Starting Procedures ...........188
Starting The Engine ...........132 Steering
Tilt Column ...............30
Wheel, Heated .............30
Wheel, Tilt ................30
Steering System .............236
Steering Wheel ...............30
Stop/Start System ............146
Storage ...................54
Suggestions For Driving .........168
Sun Visors ..................51
Supplemental Restraint System - AirBag .................109
Suspension ............... .235
Symbols ....................6
Telescoping Steering Column ......
30
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ..........50
Tilt Steering Column ............30
Tire And Loading Information Placard ................ .212
Tire Markings .............. .208
Tire Safety Information .........208
Tire Service Kit ............. .183
Tires ...........129,216,220,224
Aging (Life Of Tires) .........219
Air Pressure ............. .216
Changing ............... .208
Compact Spare ............220
Flat Changing .............183 General Information
......216,220
General Information .........220
High Speed ..............217
Inflation Pressure ...........216
Jacking ................ .208
Life Of Tires ..............219
Load Capacity .............212
Load Capacity .............213
Quality Grading ............224
Radial ................. .218
Replacement .............219
Safety ............. .208,216
Sizes ................. .209
Snow Tires .............. .222
Spare Tire .............. .220
Spare Tires ............220,221
Spinning ............... .219
Tread Wear Indicators ........219
To Open Hood ................48
Tow Hooks, Emergency .........191
Towing Disabled Vehicle ...........190
Towing Trailers ..............167
TPMS

(Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) ..................99
Traction Control System (TCS) ......91
Transmission .............. .233
Transporting Animals ..........169