2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio ECT

Warning LightWhat It Means What To Do
LOW ENGINE OIL LEVEL
This telltale appears on the panel when the engine oil level
falls below the minimum recommended value.
OIL OVER MAXIMUM LEVEL
The telltale turns on, along with the respective message
on the instrument cluster display, to indicate that the
engine oil level is too high.Contact an authorized dealer to have the system checked.
Run the engine under 3000 RPM during this time.
ALFA STEERING TORQUE (AST) FAILURE
The illumination of the telltale signals a failure in the
automatic steering correction system.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the system checked.
ALTERNATOR FAILURE
The illumination of the telltale with engine on
corresponds to an alternator failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
BRAKE DISC TEMPERATURE
When the telltale illuminates, it indicates an excessive
temperature of the brake discs.Avoid aggressive brake maneuvers, hovering over the
brake pedal, and reduce vehicle speed to allow brake
systems to cool down.
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Amber Symbols
Warning LightsWhat It Means What To Do
ENGINE IMMOBILIZER FAILURE / BREAK-IN ATTEMPT
Engine Immobilizer System Failure
The telltale will illuminate to report a failure of the Engine
Immobilizer system. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Break-In Attempt
The telltale will illuminate when the ignition is cycled to
ON position, to indicate a possible break-in attempt
detected by the alarm system.
Electronic Key Not Recognized
The telltale will illuminate when the engine is started and
the electronic key is not recognized by the system.
Alarm System Failure
The telltale will illuminate to report an alarm system
failure.
FUEL CUT-OFF INDICATOR LIGHT
The telltale will illuminate after an accident has occurred
and the system has shut the fuel off. For reactivating the fuel cut-off system, refer to
“Enhanced Accident Response System” in “Occupant
Restraint Systems" in "Safety” for further information. If it
is not possible to restore the fuel supply, contact an
authorized dealer.
PARK SENSORS SYSTEM FAILURE
The telltale will illuminate when the system has failed or is
not available.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the system checked.
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
The telltale will illuminate when the outside temperature
falls to or below 37°F (3°C).Drive carefully during icy conditions.
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Warning LightWhat It Means What To Do
FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) SYSTEM
FAILURE
The telltale will illuminate in the case of failure of the
Forward Collision Warning system.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
START & STOP SYSTEM FAILURE
This telltale will illuminate to report a Stop & Start
system failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to have
the failure eliminated.
RAIN SENSOR FAILURE
The telltale will illuminate in the case of failure of the
automatic windshield wiper.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
DUSK SENSOR FAILURE
The telltale will illuminate in the case of failure of the
automatic low beam alignment.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
BLIND SPOT MONITORING SYSTEM FAILURE
The telltale will illuminate in the event of a Blind Spot
Monitoring system failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FAILURE
The telltale will illuminate in the event of fuel level sensor
failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
EXTERIOR LIGHTS FAILURE
The telltale will illuminate to indicate a failure on the
following lights: daytime running lights (DRLs) / parking
lights / trailer turn signal indicators (if present) / trailer
lights (if present) / side lights / turn signal indicators /
rear fog light / reversing light / brake lights / license plate
lights.The failure may be caused by a blown bulb, a blown
protection fuse, or an interruption of the electrical
connection.
Replace the bulb or the relevant fuse. Contact an
authorized dealer.
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Warning LightWhat It Means What To Do
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID OVERHEATING
The telltale will illuminate in the case of transmission
overheating, after a particularly demanding use. In this
case an engine performance limitation is carried out.Wait for the telltale to turn off with the engine off or
idling.
AUDIO SYSTEM FAILURE
The telltale will illuminate to report a failure of the audio
system.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to have
the failure eliminated.
SPEED LIMITER SYSTEM FAILURE
While driving, the telltale will illuminate to signal a Speed
Limiter system failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to have
the failure eliminated.
LOOSE FUEL FILLER CAP
Lights up if the fuel tank cap is open or not properly
closed.
Tighten the cap properly.
ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE FAILURE
The telltale will illuminate and a message will display to
signal a failure in the electric park brake system.
This failure may partially or completely block the vehicle
because the park brake could remain activated even if
automatically or manually disengaged using the relevant
controls. In these circumstances, you can disengage the
park brake following the emergency disengagement
procedure described in “In Case Of Emergency.”If you are still able to drive the vehicle (park brake is not
engaged), drive to the nearest authorized dealer and
remember, when executing any maneuvers/commands,
that the electric park brake is not operational.
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Warning LightWhat It Means What To Do
LOW COOLANT LEVEL — IF EQUIPPED
This telltale will illuminate to indicate that the vehicle
coolant level is low.Top up, as described in "Servicing And Maintenance.”
SERVICE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM
This light will illuminate when the Adaptive Cruise Control
(ACC) is not operating and needs service.Contact an authorized dealer to have the system checked.
WEAR ON BRAKE PADS
This light will illuminate when the brake pads have
reached their wear limit.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.Note:Always use Alfa Romeo genuine parts or similar — the
Integrated Brake System (IBS) is best able to detect
anomalies with factory parts.
WEAR ON CCB BRAKE DISCS — IF EQUIPPED
This light will illuminate when the carbon ceramic brake
discs have reached their wear limit.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.Note:Always use Alfa Romeo genuine parts or similar — the
Integrated Brake System (IBS) is best able to detect
anomalies with factory parts.
Warning!
It is recommended to use only OEM brake pads in order to ensure the original performance of the braking system.
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Warning LightWhat It Means What To Do
DYNAMIC DRIVE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURE
The telltale will illuminate to signal a failure in the
dynamic drive control system.Contact an authorized dealer.
WINDSHIELD WIPER FAILURE
Signals a windshield wiper failure.
Contact an authorized dealer.
GENERIC INDICATION
Signals information and failures.
The accompanying messages describe the failure.Contact an authorized dealer.
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE
This telltale will illuminate to report a four wheel drive
system failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to have
the failure eliminated.
AFS SYSTEM FAILURE
The telltale will illuminate to indicate the automatic
directional light system failure.
Go to an authorized dealer to have the system checked.
SOFT SUSPENSION CALIBRATION SELECTION — IF
EQUIPPED
The telltale will illuminate when the most comfortable
suspension setting is activated.
ALFA ACTIVE SUSPENSION — IF EQUIPPED
While driving, if the telltale illuminates, it signals a failure
in the suspension system.Contact an authorized dealer to have the system checked.
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Warning LightWhat It Means What To Do
WINDSHIELD WASHER LIQUID LEVEL
The telltale will illuminate to indicate that the level of the
windshield and headlight washing fluid (if any) is low.To refill the liquid, refer to “Engine Compartment” in
“Servicing And Maintenance.” Always use liquid with the
features indicated in the “Fluids And Lubricants” section
in “Technical Specifications.”
TRAILER LIGHT CONTROL UNIT FAILURE
The telltale illuminates to indicate that there has been a
failure in the control unit that manages the trailer lights.Check that the trailer light is correctly connected to the
socket. If the fault persists the next time you start the
engine, contact an authorized dealer to have the system
checked.
LIFTGATE ELECTRIC OPENING/CLOSING FAILURE
The telltale illuminates to indicate a liftgate electric
opening/closing system failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to have
the failure eliminated.
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ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC
SYSTEM
Operation
The OBD (Onboard Diagnostic system)
carries out a continuous diagnosis of the
components of the vehicle related to
emissions.
It also alerts the driver of when these
components are no longer in peak
condition by switching on the
warning
light on the instrument panel (see
“Warning Lights And Messages”
paragraph in this chapter).
The aim of the OBD system (Onboard
Diagnostic) is to:
Monitor the efficiency of the system
Indicate an increase in emissions
Indicate the need to replace damaged
components
The vehicle also has a connector, which
can interface with appropriate tools, that
makes it possible to read the error codes
stored in the electronic control units
together with a series of specific
parameters for engine operation and
diagnosis. This check can be carried out
by your authorized dealer.
Note: After eliminating a fault, to check
the system completely, your authorized
dealer is obliged to run tests and, if
necessary certain road tests.
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity
Your vehicle is required to have an
Onboard Diagnostic system (OBD II) and
a connection port to allow access to
information related to the performance
of your emissions controls. Authorized
service technicians may need to access
this information to assist with the
diagnosis and service of your vehicle and
emissions system.
Warning!
ONLY an authorized service technician
should connect equipment to the OBD II
connection port in order to diagnose or
service your vehicle.
If unauthorized equipment is connected to
the OBD II connection port, such as a
driver-behavior tracking device, it may:
Be possible that vehicle systems,
including safety related systems, could be
impaired or a loss of vehicle control could
occur that may result in an accident
involving serious injury or death.
Access, or allow others to access,
information stored in your vehicle systems,
including personal information.
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS
In some localities, it may be a legal
requirement to pass an inspection of your
vehicle's emissions control system.
Failure to pass could prevent vehicle
registration.
For states that require
an Inspection and
Maintenance (I/M), this
check verifies the
“Malfunction Indicator
Light (MIL)” is functioning and is not on
when the engine is running, and that the
OBD II system is ready for testing.
Normally, the OBD II system will be ready.
The OBD II system may notbe ready if
your vehicle was recently serviced,
recently had a dead battery or a battery
replacement. If the OBD II system should
be determined not ready for the I/M test,
your vehicle may fail the test.
Your vehicle has a simple ignition
actuated test, which you can use prior to
going to the test station. To check if your
vehicle's OBD II system is ready, you
must do the following:
1. Cycle the ignition switch to the ON
position, but do not crank or start the
engine.
Note: If you crank or start the engine,
you will have to start this test over.
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