2018 Alfa Romeo MiTo brake light

IMPORTANT
17)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.).
18)When the engine is switched off never
leave the ignition device in the MAR position
to prevent useless current absorption from
draining the battery.
19)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.
20)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.
PARKING THE VEHICLE
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Always remove the ignition key when
leaving the car.
When parking and leaving the car,
proceed as follows:
engage a gear (1stgear if facing uphill
or reverse if facing downhill) and leave
the wheels turned;
stop the engine and engage the
handbrake.
Block the wheels with a wedge or a stone
if the car is parked on a steep slope.
On versions equipped with Alfa TCT
transmission, before releasing the brake
pedal, wait for letter P to be displayed.
IMPORTANTNEVERleave the car with
the gearbox in neutral (or, on versions
equipped with Alfa TCT transmission,
before placing the gear lever at P).
HANDBRAKE
To engage the handbrake, pull lever 1
fig. 65 upwards until the car is secured.
When the handbrake is engaged and the
ignition key is on MAR-ON, the
instrument panel warning light
will
switch on.
To release it, raise lever 1 slightly, hold
down button 2 and lower the lever: the
warning light
on the instrument
panel switches off.
IMPORTANT Carry out these
manoeuvres with the brake pedal
pressed.
IMPORTANT For cars equipped with a
front armrest, lift it up to ensure that it
does not interfere with the action of the
handbrake.
WARNING
96)Never leave children unattended in the
car. Always remove the key from the ignition
when leaving the car and take it with you.
97)The car should be braked after a few
clicks of the parking brake: if this is not so,
contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have it
adjusted. Always park the car safely as
indicated by the Highway Code and as
described above.
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CRUISE CONTROL
(where provided)
DESCRIPTION
This is an electronic driving aid that
allows you to drive at a speed of above
30 km/h on long and straight dry roads
(e.g. motorways), at a preset speed
without having to press the accelerator
pedal. It is therefore not recommended
to use this device on extra-urban roads
with traffic. Do not use it in town.
ACTIVATING THE DEVICE
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Turn ring 1 fig. 74 to ON.
The device cannot be engaged in 1stor
reverse gear: it is advisable to engage it
in 5
thgear or higher.When travelling downhill with the device
engaged, the car may slightly exceed the
stored speed.
Activation is indicated by the
warning
light switching on and, on some versions,
by a message on the display.
SETTING THE DESIRED SPEED
Proceed as follows:
turn ring 1 fig. 74 to ON and press the
accelerator to reach the required speed;
move the stalk upwards (+) for at least
1 second, then release it: the car speed is
now stored and you can therefore release
the accelerator.
If needed (when overtaking for instance),
you can accelerate simply by pressing the
accelerator; when you release the pedal,
the vehicle goes back to the speed stored
previously.
RESTORING THE MEMORISED SPEED
If the device has been disengaged by
pressing the brake or clutch pedal, the
stored speed can be reset as follows:
accelerate gradually until a speed
approaching the one stored is reached;
engage the gear selected at the time
that the speed was stored;
press the RES 2 fig. 74 button.
INCREASING THE MEMORISED SPEED
Press the accelerator and store the new
speed or move the stalk upwards (+).
REDUCING THE MEMORISED SPEED
Deactivate the device and store the new
speed or move the lever upwards (–) until
the new speed is reached. It will then
automatically be memorised.
DEACTIVATING THE DEVICE
To turn the device off:
Turn the ring 1 fig. 74 to the OFF
position;
or
switch off the engine;
or
press the brake pedal, the clutch or the
accelerator; in this last case the system is
not effectively deactivated but the
system gives priority to the acceleration
request. The device still remains active,
without the need to press the RES button
to return to the previous conditions once
acceleration is concluded.
Automatic deactivation
The device is automatically switched off
in the following cases:
if the ABS or ESC systems intervene;
with the vehicle speed below the set
limit;
in the event of system failure.
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INSTALLING A TOW HOOK
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to
install a tow hook.
WARNING
105)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.
106)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 VEHICLE
During refuelling procedure, switch off
the engine, engage handbrake, rotate the
ignition key to STOP and do not smoke.
PETROL ENGINES
Only use unleaded petrol. 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.
When using or parking the vehicle for a
long time in the mountains or cold areas,
it is advisable to refuel using locally
available Diesel. In this case, it is also
advisable to keep the tank over 50% full.
FUEL TANK CAP
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Opening
Open flap 1 fig. 76 pulling it outwards,
hold cap 2 still, insert the ignition key in
the lock and turn it anticlockwise. Then,turn the cap anticlockwise and remove it.
The cap has a loss prevention device
3 which secures it to the flap so that it
cannot be lost. Attach the cap to device
4 during refuelling.
Closing
Fit the cap (complete with key) and turn it
clockwise until it clicks once or more.
Then, turn the key clockwise and extract
it, then close the flap.
The sealing may cause a slight pressure
increase in the tank. A little breathing off,
while slackening the cap is absolutely
normal.
ENGINES WITH LPGSYSTEM
The gas filler is located next to the petrol
filler cap. It has a "non return", located in
the filler body itself.
To access the filler 2 fig. 77 open the
access flap 1.
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Light bulbs Type Power Ref. Figure
Front side lights/Daytime running lights (DRL) W21/5W 5/21W A
Rear side lights LED – –
Dipped headlights H7 55W D
Main beams H1 55W D
Front direction indicators 24W module 24W B
Rear direction indicators P21W 21W B
Side direction indicators WY5W 5W A
Stop LED – –
3rd brake light LED – –
Number plate W5W 5W A
Fog lights H1 55W E
Rear fog light P21W 21W B
Reverse P21W 21W B
Front ceiling light C10W 10W C
Luggage compartment light W5W 5W A
Glove compartment light C5W 5W C
Puddle lights (where provided) W5W 5W A
IMPORTANT
27)Halogen bulbs must be handled holding the metallic part only. Touching the transparent part of the bulb with your fingers may reduce the
intensity of the emitted light and even reduce the lifespan of the bulb. In the event of accidental contact, wipe the bulb with a cloth moistened with
alcohol and let the bulb dry.
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DIRECTION INDICATORS
Front
To replace the bulb, take the key 1
fig. 84 (in the document wallet), insert it
in the housing 2 and rotate the bulb
holder anticlockwise. Then extract the
bulb and replace it.
Side
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:
press the lens 1 fig. 85 to compress in
the clip 2, then pull the cluster outwards;
turn the bulb holder 3 anticlockwise,
extract the bulb and replace it;
refit the bulb holder 3 in the lens and
turn it clockwise;
refit the cluster making sure that the
internal clip 2 clicks into position.
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
(where provided)
For replacing these bulbs, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
REAR LIGHT CLUSTERS
To access the light cluster, move the
luggage compartment side trim (see
fig. 86 ). The rear light cluster contains
the bulbs for side lights, direction
indicators and brake lights.
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Direction indicators
To replace the bulb, lift the luggage
compartment side trim, turn bulb-holder
1 fig. 86 and replace the bulb.
Side lights / brake lights
These are LEDs. For the replacement,
contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
REAR FOG LIGHT/REVERSING LIGHT
To replace the rear fog light bulb 1
fig. 87 or the reversing light bulb 2,
contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
THIRD BRAKE LIGHTS
These are located in the tailgate and are
LED lights. For the replacement, contact
an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
To replace the bulbs, proceed as follows:
remove the number plate light units 1turn the bulb holder 2
fig. 89 clockwise, extract the bulb 3 and
replace it.
REPLACING FUSES
GENERAL INFORMATION
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28)
Fuses protect the electrical system: they
intervene (blow) in the event of a failure
or improper action on the system.
VERSIONS WITH "ALFA TCT"
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
(where provided)
The Alfa TCT transmission components
are protected by specific fuses. Contact
an Alfa Romeo Dealership if a fuse needs
replacing.
VERSIONS WITH LPGSYSTEM
(where provided)
The LPG system components are
protected by specific fuses. Contact an
Alfa Romeo Dealership if a fuse needs
replacing.
FUSEBOXS
Fuses are grouped together in fuseboxes
located in the engine compartment, on
the dashboard and inside the boot.
Engine compartment junction box
29)
This is located next to the battery fig. 91:
to access the fuses, undo screws 1
fig. 90 and remove cover 2.
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Dashboard fuse boxfig. 93
DEVICE PROTECTEDFUSE AMPERE
FreeF12 –
Headlamp alignment corrector F13 5
INT/A Engine compartment control unit relays F31 5
EOBD diagnosis plug supply /Uconnect
™/ Alarm buzz / Alarm volumetric sensors /
Electrofan / TPMS system / Electric mirror controls / Climate control system controlsF36 15
Brake light switch (NA) / Instrument panel node / Headlight alignment corrector F37 5
Doors and luggage compartment central locking F38 15
Windscreen/rear window washer pump F43 20
Electric window (driver side)F47 20
Electric window (passenger side) F48 20
Parking sensors / Control lighting / Electro-chrome mirror / Rain/dusk sensor / Sun roof /
TPMS system / Cigar lighter lighting / SBR system panelF49 5
Climate control system controls / Radio system configuration /
Bluetooth®/ Brake light
switch (NC) / Clutch switch / Reverse gear switch / Airflow meter (Diesel versions) / Water in
diesel filter sensor (Diesel versions)F51 5
Instrument panel nodeF53 5
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Thousands of kilometres20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200
Years12345678910
Visually inspect conditions of: exterior
bodywork, underbody protection, pipes and
hoses (exhaust, fuel system, brakes), rubber
elements (gaiters, sleeves, bushes, etc.)
Check windscreen/rear window wiper blade
position/wear
Check operation of the windscreen
wiper/washer system and adjust jets, if
necessary
Check cleanliness of bonnet and luggage
compartment locks, cleanliness and
lubrication of linkage
Check handbrake lever travel and adjust, if
necessary
Visually inspect condition and wear of front
and rear disc brake pads
Visual inspect condition and check tension of
accessory drive belt(s) (for versions without
automatic tensioner only)
Change engine oil and replace oil filter(2)
(2) The actual interval for changing engine oil and replacing the engine oil filter depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signalled by the
warning light or message in the instrument panel. In any case, it must never exceed 2 years. If the vehicle is mainly used in towns and cities, change
the engine oil and filter every year.
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