HEADLIGHT WASHERS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
These are located within the front
bumper.
They are activated when the dipped
beam and/or main beam headlights are
on and the windscreen washer is
activated.
Check the correct condition and
cleanliness of nozzles at regular
intervals.
WARNING
137)Driving with worn windscreen/rear
window wiper blades is a serious hazard,
because visibility is reduced in bad weather.
IMPORTANT
46)Do not operate the windscreen wiper
with the blades lifted from the windscreen.
BATTERY
The battery 5 (see previous pages) does
not require the electrolyte to be topped
up with distilled water. A periodic check
carried out at an Alfa Romeo Dealership
is, however, necessary to check
efficiency.
INSPECTING THE CHARGE AND THE
ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
138) 139) 140) 141)
47)
5)
If necessary, replace the battery with
another original battery with the same
specifications. Follow the battery
manufacturer's instructions for
maintenance.
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, tailgate and bonnet are closed
properly, to prevent any lights from
remaining on inside the passenger's
compartment;
switch off all roof lights inside the car:
the car is however equipped with a
system which switches all internal lights
off automatically;
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.
IMPORTANT Every time the battery is
disconnected, the steering must be
initialised. This is indicated by the
appearance of the icon
. To carry out
this procedure, simply turn the steering
wheel all the way from one end to the
other or drive in a straight line for about a
hundred metres.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
under 50% for a long time, the battery is
damaged by sulphation, reducing its
capacity and efficiency at start-up.
The battery will also be more at risk of
freezing (this can happen as early as
-10°C). Refer to the "Vehicle inactivity"
paragraph in "Starting and driving"
chapter if the vehicle is left parked for a
long time.
142
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
INDEX
ABS system................60
Active safety systems...........60
AFS adaptive lights (Adaptive
Frontlight System)...........19
Air cleaner.................141
Alarm system................11
Alfa DNA system..............32
Alfa Romeo Code system.........10
ALFATCT..................85
Key removal..............121
ASR (AntiSlip Regulation) system....60
Automatic dual-zone climate
control system.............24
AUX source.............183 ,195
Battery..................142
Battery (recharging)...........140
Bluetooth®..............183 ,194
Bodywork
Boot.....................30
Brakes
brake fluid level............139
Carrying children safely.........68
CBC (Cornering Brake Control)
system..................61
Changing a wheel.............114Checking levels..............135
Cleaning and maintenance
Climate control system..........22
CO
2emissions..............172
Control buttons...............40
Control panel and on-board
instruments...............38
Reconfigurable multifunction
display..................38
Controlli
Front panel control summary
table..................190
Courtesy lights
Front ceiling light............20
Cruise Control...............91
Daytime running lights (DRL)......17
Diesel filter................141
Dimensions................158
Dipped headlights
Direction indicators............19
“Lane change” function........19Display....................40
Doors.....................11
Child safety device...........12
Door central locking/unlocking....11
DST system (Dynamic Steering
Torque)..................60
Dusk sensor . . ...............17
EBD system ................60
Electric sunroof..............28
Electric windows..............26
Controls.................26
Electronic Q2 system ("E-Q2") . .....61
Engine...................150
Engine bonnet . . .............29
Closing..................30
Opening.................29
Engine compartment
Engine oil
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
system..................60
External courtesy lights..........19
External lights . . .............17
Advice for extending its life.....142
Replacement..............142
Maintenance..............144Bodywork...............144
Car interior...............145
Front headlights ............144
Leather parts..............145
Leather seats..............145
Plastic and coated parts.......145
Seats and fabric parts........145
Bulb replacement...........104Bulb replacement........104 ,105
Engine coolant level.........139
Marking . . ...............149
Washing . . ...............144
Consumption..............139
Level check...............139
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
