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make sure that the initialisation is
correct by checking that the windows
work automatically.
IMPORTANT
2)The system conforms to the 2000/4/EC
standard concerning the safety of
passengers leaning out of the passenger
compartment.
WARNING
15)Incorrect use of the electric windows
may be dangerous. Before and during their
operation, ensure that any passengers are
not at risk from the moving glass either by
personal objects getting caught in the
mechanism or by being hit by it directly.
When leaving the car, always remove the key
from the ignition to prevent accidental
operation of the electric windows from being
a hazard for those still on board.
ELECTRIC SUNROOF
(where provided)
16)
3)
The extensively glazed sun roof
comprises a moving glass panel and a sun
blind.
When the glazed panel is closed it allows
outside light to enter the passenger
compartment and you can see out of it.
OPERATION
The sun roof can be operated only with
the ignition key turned to MAR. Controls
1 and 2, on the panel next to the front
roof light control sun roof
opening/closing.Open the sunroof
Press button 1.
Prolonged button pressure: “automatic”
sunroof opening. From a completely
closed position, the front glass panel will
raise to the “spoiler” position. If the
button is then pressed, the panel will
start to slide backward until it is
completely open. After the initial opening
command, the glass panel can be stopped
in intermediate positions by pressing the
button again.
Brief button pressure: “manual” sunroof
opening. The front glass panel moves
from the completely closed position and
stops in the position where the button is
released. In this case the panel opens by
pressing the actual button. This function
makes it possible to place the front panel
in intermediate positions in relation to
those produced through automatic
opening.
Closing the sun roof
Press button 2.
Prolonged button pressure: “automatic”
sunroof closing. With the roof completely
open, holding down the button, the front
glass panel will move to “spoiler” position.
If the button is then pressed, the panel
will start to slide forward until it is
completely closed. After the initial
opening command, the glass panel can be
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MESSAGES ON THE DISPLAY
Display of selected Driving Mode (“Alfa
DNA” system)
(where provided)
A message and a symbol relating to the
use of the driving mode selected are
shown: “DYNAMIC”, “NATURAL” OR “ALL
WEATHER”.
A warning message is shown on the
display if one of these driving modes is
not available.
Engine oil level display
(where provided)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR
the display shows, for a few seconds, the
engine oil level.
In case of insufficient engine oil level, a
warning message appears on the display.
IMPORTANT To find out the correct oil
quantity, always check using the dipstick
(see paragraph “Checking levels” in the
section “Maintenance and care”). For a
correct engine oil level indication,
perform the check with the car parked on
a level surface.IMPORTANT To perform the engine oil
reading correctly, after turning the key to
MAR, wait for about 2 seconds before
starting the engine.
IMPORTANT The engine oil level may
increase after a long stop.
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INDEX
"Electronic Q2" system ("E-Q2")....67
“Alfa DNA” system.............34
“Smart Bag” system (multistage
front airbags)..............81
ABS system................66
Active safety systems...........66
Alarm system................13
Alfa Romeo Code system.........12
Alfa TCT ...................93
ALFA TCT transmission (key
removal) ................124
ASR (AntiSlip Regulation) system....66
Automatic dual-zone climate
control system.............26
Battery..................146
Battery (recharging)...........143
Bodywork (maintenance)........147
Boot . . ...................33
Brake Assist system............66
Brakes (fluid level)............142
Carrying children safely.........75
CBC (Cornering Brake Control)
system..................67
Changing a wheel.............116
Checking levels..............137
Cleaning and maintenance
bodywork...............147
leather parts..............149
leather seats..............149seats and fabric parts........149
Climate control...............24
Climate control/heating system.....24
CO2 emissions..............178
Control buttons...............42
Control panel and on-board
instruments...............40
Cruise Control...............97
Daytime running lights (DRL)......19
Dimensions................165
Dipped headlights (bulb
replacement)..............108
Direction indicators............20
Direction indicators (bulb
replacement)..............109
Display....................42
Door central locking/unlocking.....13
Door mirrors................18
Doors.....................13
Driver side knee bag............83
DST system (Dynamic Steering
Torque)..................66
Dusk sensor.................19
Dynamic suspension............35
EBD system................66
Electric sunroof..............30
Electric windows..............29
Engine...................154
marking.................153
Engine bonnet...............32Engine coolant fluid . ..........142
Engine oil (level check)..........142
EOBD system ................64
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
system . . . ...............66
External courtesy lights . . . . . .....21
External lights . . .............19
Fitting "Universal" child restraint
system..................76
Fix&Go Automatic kit..........120
Flashing . ..................20
Fluids and lubricants . ..........172
Follow Me Home (device) . ........21
Front airbag driver's side . ........82
Front airbags ................81
Front ceiling light . . . . ..........21
Front fog lights . . .............20
bulb replacement . ..........109
Front seats . . . . .............14
Fuel consumption............176
Fuel cut-off system . ..........123
Fuel tank cap . . . . . ..........100
Fuses (replacement) . ..........110
Gear Shift Indicator............42
Handbrake.................91
Hazard warning lights..........104
Head restraints . . .............16
Headlights..................34
Headlight alignment corrector . . . .20