FUEL CUT-OFFSYSTEM
Operation
This intervenes in the case of an impact
causing:
the fuel supply cut-off with the engine
consequently switching off;
the automatic unlocking of the doors;
the switching on of the interior lights.
The intervention of the system is
indicated by a message shown on the
display.
Carefully check the vehicle for fuel leaks,
for instance in the engine compartment,
under the vehicle or near the tank area.
125)
After a collision, turn the ignition key to
STOP to prevent the battery from
running down.
To restore the correct operation of the
car, proceed as follows:
turn the ignition key to the MAR
position;
activate the right direction indicator;
deactivate the right direction
indicator;
activate the left direction indicator;
deactivate the left direction indicator;
activate the right direction indicator;
deactivate the right direction
indicator;
activate the left direction indicator;
deactivate the left direction indicator;
ignition key turned to the OFF
position;
turn the ignition key to the MAR-ON
position.
WARNING
125)If, after an impact, you smell fuel or
notice leaks from the fuel system, do not
reactivate the system to avoid the risk of
fire.
TCT - KEY REMOVAL
The ignition key can be removed only if
the gear lever is in position P (Park).
If the battery is flat and the ignition key is
engaged, the latter is locked in position.
To remove the key manually, proceed as
follows:
apply the handbrake;
dashboard fuses (to remove, insert
your hand in housing 1 fig. 106and lower
flap 2);
using the Allen key provided (see
fig. 107) unscrew the two top screws 2
fig. 108securing cover 1;
106A0K0527C
121
pull tab 1 fig. 115downwards using
one hand and with the other one remove
the key, sliding it outwards;
once the key is removed, refit the
steering column upholstery, the left side
panel for the cover and the dashboard
fusebox flap, ensuring that they are
locked in place.
40)
IMPORTANT
40)It is advisable to contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership to have the refitting procedure
carried out. If you would like to proceed
autonomously, special attention must be
paid to the correct coupling of the retaining
clips. Otherwise, noise might be heard due to
an incorrect fastening of the lower cover
with the upper cover.
TOWING THE CAR
The tow ring provided with the car is
located in the tool box in the boot.
ATTACHING THE TOW RING
126) 127) 128)
Towing from the front
Unseat cap 1 using a screwdriver or
similar tool in the lower slot. Take care
not to damage the paint. Take tow hook
2 from its housing in the tool support and
screw it in fully on the threaded pin
(fig. 116 ).
Towing from the rear
Versions other than "VELOCE" and
without "Pack sport": unseat cap 1 using a
screwdriver or similar tool in the upper
slot. Take care not to damage the paint.
Take tow hook 2 from its housing in the
tool support and screw it in fully on the
threaded pin (fig. 117 ).
113A0K0735AC
114A0K0735BC
115A0K1207C
116A0K0623C
123
ENGINE OIL
Check that the oil level is between the
MIN and MAX references on the dipstick
3.
If the level of the oil is close to or below
the MIN mark, add oil via the filler fitting
2 until the MAX mark is reached.
131)42)
Take out the engine oil dipstick 3, clean it
with a lint-free cloth and reinsert it.
Extract it again and check that the level is
between the MIN and MAX marks on the
dipstick.
Engine oil consumption
43)3)
The maximum engine oil consumption is
usually 400 grams every 1000 km. When
the car is new, the engine needs to be run
in; therefore the engine oil consumption
can only be considered stabilised after
the first 5000 - 6000 km.
ENGINE COOLANT FLUID
If the level is too low, unscrew the cap
1 of reservoir and add the fluid described
in the "Technical Specifications" chapter.
44)132)
WINDSCREEN / REAR WINDOW
WASHING FLUID
If the level is too low, raise the reservoir
cap 6 and add the fluid described in the
"Technical Specifications" chapter.
133) 134)
IMPORTANT The headlight washer
system will not operate when the fluid
level is low, even though the
windscreen/rear window washer
continues to operate. For
versions/markets, where provided, there
is a reference notch on the dipstick (see
previous pages): ONLY the
windscreen/rear window wiper operates
with the level below this reference.
BRAKE FLUID
Check that the fluid is at the max. level.
If the fluid level in the reservoir is too low,
undo the reservoir cap 4 and add the fluid
described in the "Technical
Specifications" chapter.
45)135) 136)
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ACTIVATIONSYSTEM OIL
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The transmission control oil level should
only be checked at an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
4)
IMPORTANT
41)Be careful not to confuse the various
types of fluids while topping up: they are not
compatible with each other! Topping up with
an unsuitable fluid could severely damage
your vehicle.42)The oil level must never exceed the MAX
reference.
43)Do not add oil with specifications other
than those of the oil already in the engine.
44)Use a fluid of the same type as that
already present in the reservoir for any
topping up of the engine cooling system. The
fluid cannot be mixed with other types of
antifreeze fluids. In the event of topping up
with an unsuitable product, under no
circumstances start the engine and contact
an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
45)Prevent brake fluid, which is highly
corrosive, from coming into contact with
painted parts. Should it happen, immediately
wash with water.
WARNING
129)Never smoke while working in the
engine compartment: gas and inflammable
vapours may be present, with the risk of fire.
130)Be very careful when working in the
engine compartment when the engine is hot:
you may get burned. Do not get too close to
the radiator cooling fan: the electric fan may
start; danger of injury. Scarves, ties and
other loose clothing might be pulled by
moving parts.
131)If the engine oil is being topped up, wait
for the engine to cool down before loosening
the filler cap, particularly for vehicles with
aluminium cap (where provided). WARNING:
risk of burns!
139
Fitting "Universal" child restraint
system..................69
Fix&Go kit.................117
Flashing the headlights..........18
Fluids and lubricants...........166
Follow Me Home device..........19
Front airbag driver's side.........77
Front airbags................77
Front fog lights...............18
Fuel consumption............170
Fuel cut-off system...........121
Fuel tank cap................95
Fuses (replacement)...........106
Gear Shift Indicator............40
Handbrake.................85
Hazard warning lights..........100
HBA system.................60
Head restraints...............15
Front head restraints.........15
Rear head restraints..........15
Headlights..................32
Adjusting the headlights abroad . . .32
Headlight alignment corrector....18
Light beam direction..........32
Hill Holder system.............61
Identification dataIgnition device................9
Steering lock...............9
Installing a Universal Isofix child
restraint system............72
Interior lights................20
Interiors (cleaning)............145
Isofix child restraint system setup . . .72
iTPMS System (indirect Tyre
Pressure Monitoring System)....62
Jack.....................114
Jump starting...............120
Keys
Key with remote control.........8
Lifting the vehicle............143
Light bulbs
types of bulbs.............101
LPG version.................33
Luggage compartment
Bag hooks................31
Closing the luggage compartment.......................31
Emergency luggage compartment
opening..................31
Extending the luggage
compartment..............31
Luggage compartment
initialisation...............31
Luggage retaining net.........31
Opening the boot............30
Main beam headlights..........18Manual climate control system.....22
Manual transmission...........88
Menu items.................42
MSR system . . ..............60
Multimedia
"APPS" Mode..........185 ,198
Anti-theft............188 ,201
CD....................183
Controls on the front panel
(Uconnect™ 5" Radio LIVE).....177
Controls on the front panel
(Uconnect™ 6.5" Radio Nav LIVE) .189
Navigation mode...........197
Phone mode...........184 ,195
Power on/off..........181 ,193
SD Card support...........195
Settings.............186 ,200
Uconnect™ LIVE Services . . .185 ,198
Voice commands........187 ,200
Number plate lights
Official type approvals.........201
Parkinglights................17
Parking sensors ..............92
Parking the vehicle
Handbrake................85
Passenger side front airbag.......77
INDEX
Bulb replacement...........105
Chassis marking............149
Engine marking............149Bulb replacement...........106 Bulb replacement...........104 Identification data plate.......148