Deactivating passenger side airbags:
front airbag and side bag for pelvis,
chest and shoulders protection (Side
bag)
If a child must be carried on the front seat
in a rear facing child restraint system,
deactivate the passenger side front
airbag and side bag for pelvis, chest and
shoulder protection (Side bag). To
deactivate the airbags use the display
Menu (see the instructions in the
"Display" paragraph, "Knowing the
instrument panel" chapter).
With airbags deactivated, a warning light
lights up on the instrument panel in
the trim located above the internal
rearview mirror fig. 58.With front passenger airbag on, when the
ignition key is turned to MAR, the warning
light switches on constantly for several
seconds and then it should switch off.
If the warning light
flashes, this
indicates a fault in the warning light
.
Before proceeding, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership to have the system
checked immediately.
On moving the ignition device to MAR,
the warning light
switches on for a
few seconds. If not, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership. During the first
seconds, the activation of the warning
light
does not actually show the
passenger protection status, but only
tests its correct operation. After a test of
a few seconds, the warning light will
indicate the status of the passenger
airbag protection.Passenger's protection active: warning
light
off.
Passenger protection deactivated: the
OFF: the warning light
switches on
with a steady light.
The warning light
may light up with
various intensity levels depending on the
vehicle conditions. The intensity may vary
during the same key cycle.
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SAFETY
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting the engine, adjust the
seat, the interior rear view mirrors, the
door mirrors and fasten the seat belt
correctly.
Never press the accelerator pedal for
starting the engine.
If necessary, messages indicating the
starting procedure can be shown on the
display.
ENGINE STARTING PROCEDURE
90) 91) 92)
21) 22) 23)
Proceed as follows:
engage the handbrake and place the
gear lever in neutral;
turn the ignition key to the MAR-ON
position. ONLY FOR DIESEL VERSIONS:
The instrument panel
warning light
comes on and the
icon appears on
the display.
wait for the warning lights to switch
off;
fully depress the clutch pedal, without
touching the accelerator;
turn the ignition key to AVV and
release it as soon as the engine starts.
If, with the ignition key turned to MAR,
the icon
on the display stays on
together with the warning light
, turn
the key to STOP and then back to MAR. If
the icon continues to stay on, try with the
other keys provided with the car. Contact
an Alfa Romeo Dealership if the engine
still does not start.
Never leave the ignition key in
MAR-ON position when the engine is
stopped.
ENGINE MINIMUM OIL LEVEL
INDICATION
(where provided)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR
the display shows a warning message, for
a few seconds, if the engine oil is at the
minimum level.
IMPORTANT To perform the engine oil
reading correctly, after turning the
ignition key to MAR wait for about
2 seconds before starting the engine.
WARNING
90)It is dangerous to run the engine in
enclosed areas. The engine takes in oxygen
and releases carbon dioxide, carbon
monoxide and other toxic gases.
91)The brake servo is not active until the
engine is started, so you would need to apply
much more force than usual to the brake
pedal.92)Do not start the engine by pushing,
towing or driving downhill. These
manoeuvres may damage the catalytic
converter.
IMPORTANT
21)We recommend that during the initial
period, or during the first 1600 km
(1000 miles), you do not drive to full car
performance (e.g. excessive acceleration,
long journeys at top speed, sharp braking,
etc.).
22)When the engine is switched off never
leave the ignition device in the MAR position
to prevent useless current absorption from
draining the battery.
23)A quick burst on the accelerator before
turning off the engine serves absolutely no
practical purpose; it wastes fuel and is
damaging for the engine.
24)Warning light
will flash after starting
or during prolonged cranking to indicate a
fault with the glow plug heating system. If
the engine starts, the vehicle can be regularly
used, but an Alfa Romeo Dealership must be
contacted as soon as possible.
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STARTING AND DRIVING
TOWING TRAILERS
IMPORTANT NOTES
The car must be provided with a
type-approved tow hook and adequate
electric system to tow caravans or
trailers. Installation must be carried out
by a specialist.
Install any specific and/or additional door
mirrors as specified by the Highway
Code.
Remember that when towing a trailer,
steep hills are harder to climb, the
braking spaces increase and overtaking
takes longer depending on the overall
weight.
Engage a low gear when driving downhill,
rather than constantly using the brake.
The weight of the trailer reduces the load
capacity of the car by the same amount.
Consider the weight at full load, including
accessories and luggage, to make sure
you do not exceed the maximum towable
weight (shown in the registration
document).
Do not exceed the speed limits specific
to each country you are driving in, in the
case of vehicles towing trailers. In any
case do not exceed 100 km/h.
INSTALLING A TOW HOOK
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to
install a tow hook.
103) 104)
WARNING
103)The ABS with which the car is equipped
will not control the braking system of the
trailer. Particular caution is therefore
required on slippery roads.
104)Do not, under any circumstances,
modify the vehicle's braking system to
control the trailer breaking system. The
towing braking system must be completely
independent of the vehicle's hydraulic
system.
REFUELLING THE CAR
Stop the engine before refuelling.
PETROL ENGINES
Only use unleaded petrol 95 R.O.N.
compliant with the European
specification EN228. The petrol octane
rating (RON) must not be lower than 95.
In order to prevent damage to the
catalytic converter never introduce even
the smallest amount of leaded petrol,
even in the event of an emergency.
DIESEL ENGINES
Only use diesel fuel compliant with
European specification EN590. The use
of other products or mixtures may
damage the engine beyond repair and
consequently invalidate the warranty,
due to the damage caused.
Operation at low temperatures
If the outside temperature is very low,
diesel thickens due to the formation of
paraffin clots with consequent defective
operation of the fuel supply system.
In order to avoid these problems,
different types of Diesel are distributed
according to the season: summer type,
winter type and arctic type (cold,
mountain areas).
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STARTING AND DRIVING
Engine compartment junction boxfig. 84
DEVICE PROTECTEDFUSE AMPERE
Headlamp washer pump power supply F09 30
HornF10 15
AC
compressorF19 7.5
Heated rear windowF20 30
Fuel pumpF21 15
Cigar lighter/power socketF85 20
12V boot power socketF86 20
IBS Battery charge status sensor for Start&Stop system F87 5
Door mirror defrostersF88 7.5
112
IN AN EMERGENCY
Performance...............169
Pollen filter ................141
Pre-Fill system (RAB - Ready Alert
Brake)...................61
Pre-tensioners...............66
Load limiters..............66
Radio................181 ,193
Rain sensor.................21
Rear fog lights...............18
Rear fog lights/reversing lights
bulb replacement...........105
Rear view mirrors.............16
Door mirrors...............16
Rear window washer
rear window washer fluid level . . .139
Rear window wiper/washer.......21
Reconfigurable multifunction
display..................40
Refuelling.................162
Refuelling capacity............95
Refuelling the car.............94
Refuelling the vehicle...........95
Replacing a bulb.............100
General instructions.........100
Rims and tyres provided........156
Safe Lock (device).............8
SBR system (Seat Belt Reminder)....65
Scheduled servicing...........126Scheduled Servicing Plan........127
Screen wiper/washer...........20
“Smart washing” function.......21
Seat belts..................64
Use....................64
Seats.....................13
Front seats...............13
Rear seats................14
Servicing and maintenance
Demanding use of the car......134
periodic checks............134
Servicing procedures
Headlight washer...........142
Nozzles.................141
Setup menu.................41
Side airbags (Side bags - Window
bags)...................81
Side bags (front side airbags)......81
Side lights/brake lights
Side lights/daytime running lights
(DRL)
Side lights/dipped beam
headlights................17
Smart Bag system (multistage
front airbags)..............77
Start&Stop system............89
Starting the engine.........84,120
Bump starting.............120Jump starting.............120
Steering lock.................9
Steering wheel . . .............15
Steering wheel controls.....179 ,191
Technical data . .............148
The keys....................8
Mechanical key..............8
Third brake lights
Towing the car...............123
Towing the vehicle
Attaching the tow ring........123
Towing trailers . . .............94
Installing a tow hook..........94
Trip Computer . . .............43
Tyres
Fix&Go (kit)..............117
USB source.............183 ,195
Vehicle changes/alterations.......4
Warning lights and messages . .....44
Weights..................159
Wheels...................156
Wheels and tyres
When parked................85
Window bags (side airbags for head
protection)................81
Exterior lights.............104Bulb replacement...........105
Bulb replacement...........104Bulb replacement...........106
Inflation pressures..........157
Changing a wheel...........114
Tyre inflation pressure........157