2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio steering

The exterior lights can be activated only
when the ignition is in the ON mode,
except for the parking lights. Refer to
"Parking Lights" in this section for more
information.
The instrument panel and the various
controls on the dashboard will be
illuminated when the exterior lights are
turned on.
Automatic Headlights
This system automatically turns the
headlights on or off according to ambient
light levels.
Function Activation
From the O (off) position, rotate the light
switch to the
(auto) position.
Note: The function can only operate with
the ignition position cycled to ON.
Function Deactivation
To deactivate the function, rotate the
light switch to a position other than the
(auto) position.
Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
With the ignition cycled to ON, and the
light switch turned to theposition, if
the dusk sensor detects sufficient
external light, the Daytime Running
Lights will turn on automatically while the
other lights remain off.
If the turn signals are operated, the
brightness of the corresponding Daytime
Running Lights will be decreased for as
long as the turn signals are on.
If equipped, the DRL can be
activated/deactivated from the
Information and Entertainment System,
by selecting the following functions in
sequence on the main MENU:
1. “Settings.”
2. “Lights.”
3. “Daytime Lights.”
Note: The Daytime Running Lights
cannot be deactivated in Canadian
markets.
Rear Fog Lights
The rear fog light switch is located within
the headlight switch.
Push the
button, located in the center
of the headlight switch, to turn the rear
fog lights on/off. The rear fog lights turn on only when the
headlights or parking lights are also
turned on. The lights can be turned off by
pushing the
button again or by turning
the headlight switch to the O (off)
position.
When the engine is stopped with the rear
fog lights on, they will be off the next
time the engine is started.
Parking Lights
With the ignition in STOP mode, rotate
the headlight switch to theposition to
turn the parking lights on. All of the
parking lights will turn on for eight
minutes, and opening the door activates
an audible warning.
To leave only the lights on one side
(right/left) illuminated, you must move
the multifunction lever (located on the
left side of the steering wheel) to the side
that you want to remain on. With the
parking lights on, the
warning light on
the instrument panel will illuminate.
Note: Cycling the ignition to ON mode
turns off the parking lights, which were
only illuminated on one side.
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Headlight Off Delay
The “Headlight Off Delay” function delays
the turning off of the headlights after the
vehicle’s engine has been stopped.
The function can be activated from the
Information and Entertainment System
by selecting the following functions in
sequence on the main menu:
1. “Settings.”
2. “Lights.”
3. “Headlight Off Delay.”
The side lights and the headlights stay on
for a time that can be set between 30,
60, and 90 seconds.
Function Activation
With the headlights on, cycle the ignition
to STOP mode and the timer will start.
Note:To activate this function, the
headlights must be deactivated within
two minutes after the ignition has been
cycled to the STOP mode.
Function Deactivation
This function is deactivated by turning on
the headlights, the side lights, or by
cycling the ignition to ON mode.
Adaptive Headlight System (AFS)
This is a system combined with Xenon
headlights (Bi-Xenon 35 W headlamp if
equipped) which directs the headlights
horizontally, and continuously and
automatically adapts them to the driving
conditions around bends or when
cornering.
The system directs the headlights to light
up the road in the best way, taking into
account the speed of the vehicle and the
bend or corner angle, as well as the speed
of steering.
The adaptive lights are automatically
activated when the vehicle is started.
High Beam Headlights
To activate the fixed high beam
headlights, push the multifunction lever,
located on the left side of the steering
wheel, towards the instrument panel. The
headlight switch must first be turned to
the
(auto) or(on) position.
With high beam headlights on, the
High Beam Indicator on the
instrument panel will illuminate. The high beam headlights are turned off
by pulling the multifunction lever
rearward to its original position. The
warning light/icon
will turn off in the
instrument panel when the high beams
are turned off.
Flashing The Headlights
Pulling the multifunction lever toward the
steering wheel will activate the high
beam headlights manually. The lights will
remain on as long as the lever is held.
Once the lever is released, the lights will
resume the previous setting.
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Automatic High Beam Headlights — If
Equipped
The Automatic High Beam Headlights
system provides increased forward
lighting at night by automating high beam
control through the use of a digital
camera mounted on the windshield. This
camera detects vehicle specific light and
automatically turns from high beams to
low beams until the approaching vehicle
is out of view.
This function is enabled with the
Information and Entertainment System,
and can only be activated with the light
switch turned to the
(auto) position.
If the high beam headlights are on, the
blue icon/warning light
will illuminate
in the instrument panel.
When the speed is higher than 37 mph
(60 km/h) and the function is active, the
lights will turn off if the multifunction
lever is pushed again.
When the speed is lower than 15 mph
(25 km/h) and the function is active, the
function turns the high beam headlights
off.
If the high beam headlights are operated
again (pushing the multifunction lever
towards the instrument panel), the
warning light/icon
will illuminate in the
instrument panel, and the main beam
headlights only will be on until the speed
exceeds 37 mph (60 km/h).
When the speed of 37 mph (60 km/h) is
exceeded again, the automatic
functioning is reactivated. If the multifunction lever is pushed again
with the Automatic High Beam
Headlights activated, the function
deactivates.
This feature can also be deactivated by
rotating the headlight switch to the
position.
Note: If the system recognizes heavy
traffic areas, the automatic functions
remain disabled independently of the
vehicle’s speed.
Turn Signals
To activate the turn signals, move the
multifunction lever, located on the left
side of the steering wheel, up or down
until it reaches the detent. Moving the
lever upward flashes the right turn signal
and moving the lever downward will flash
the left turn signal.
The
orturn signal will blink on the
instrument panel.
The turn signals turn off automatically
when the vehicle is brought back onto a
straight course.
“Lane Change” Function
Tap the lever up or down once, without
moving beyond the detent, and the turn
signal (right or left) will flash five times.
Then, the turn signal (right or left) will
automatically turn off.
To turn off the flashing before the end of
the cycle, move the lever in the opposite
direction until the first click (about half
way).
INTERIOR LIGHTS
Front Map Reading Lights
The front map/reading and overhead
lights are mounted in the overhead
console. Each light can be turned on by
pushing the corresponding switch on the
console. These switches are backlit for
night time visibility. To turn the lights off,
push the switch a second time.
04136S0001EMOverhead Console
1 — Driver’s Reading/Map Light Switch
2 — Rear Overhead Lights Switch
3 — Overhead Lights Switch
4 — Overhead Lights On/Off When
Doors Open
5 — Passenger’s Reading/Map Light
Switch
6 — Passenger’s Reading/Map Light
7 — Center Reading/Map Light
8 — Driver’s Reading/Map Light
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Luggage Compartment Courtesy Lights
The luggage compartment features two
courtesy lights.
These courtesy lights turn on
automatically when the liftgate is opened
and turn off when it is closed.
The courtesy lights will turn on and off
regardless of the ignition position.
Note:If the liftgate is left open, the
lights will automatically turn off after
15 minutes to prevent discharging of the
battery.
Instrument Panel Dimmer Control
With the daytime running lights or
headlights on, rotate the dimmer control
upward to increase the instrument panel
brightness and the control button icons.
Rotate the dimmer control downward to
decrease brightness.
WINDSHIELD WIPERS
Windshield Wiper Stalk
The windshield wiper stalk is located on
the right side of the steering wheel.
The windshield wipers will only operate
with the ignition cycled to ON.
Caution!
Turn the windshield wipers off when
driving through an automatic car wash.
Damage to the windshield wipers may result
if the wiper control is left in any position
other than off.
In cold weather, always turn off the wiper
switch and allow the wipers to return to the
“Park” position before turning off the
engine. If the wiper switch is left on and the
wipers freeze to the windshield, damage to
the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle
is restarted.
Always remove any buildup of snow that
prevents the windshield wiper blades from
returning to the off position. If the
windshield wiper control is turned off and
the blades cannot return to the off position,
damage to the wiper motor may occur.
04136V0006EMLuggage Compartment Courtesy Lights04126V0055EMDimmer Control
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Windshield Wiper/Washers
Operation: The switch on the wiper
stalk can be set to the following
positions:
Windshield Wiper Off.
Low Sensitivity Rain Sensing.
High Sensitivity Rain Sensing.
Low Continuous Wiper Speed.
High Continuous Wiper Speed.
Windshield Wiper Operation
Rotating the switch to the
position
activates the first (low) level continuous
speed of the windshield wipers in manual
mode.
Rotating the switch to the
position
activates the second (high) level
continuous speed of the windshield
wipers in manual mode. Rain Sensors
Rotating the switch to the
position,
activates the first, less sensitive level of
the Rain Sensing function.
Rotating the switch to the
position,
activates the second, more sensitive
level of the Rain Sensing function. Refer
to “Rain Sensor” in this section for more
information on how this system
functions.
Windshield Washer Operation
Pull the stalk toward the steering wheel
to operate the windshield washer.
Keep the stalk pulled to activate both the
windshield washer jet and the windshield
wiper with a single movement. The wipers
and washers will continue to operate until
stalk is released.
The windshield wiper stops working three
strokes after the stalk is released,
followed by a final stroke six seconds
later to complete the cycle.
Mist
Use this feature when weather
conditions make occasional usage of the
wipers necessary. Push the stalk upward
to the MIST position and release for a
single wiping cycle. This function is useful
to remove small deposits of dust from
the windshield or morning dew.
Note: This function does not activate the
windshield washer. To spray windshield
washer fluid onto the windshield, the
washing function must be used.
Warning!
Sudden loss of visibility through the
windshield could lead to a collision. You
might not see other vehicles or other
obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the
windshield during freezing weather, warm
the windshield with the defroster before and
during windshield washer use.
Rain Sensor
The Rain Sensor is located behind the
interior rear view mirror. This feature
senses moisture on the windshield and
automatically activates the wipers for
the driver.
The feature is especially useful for road
splash or over spray from the windshield
washers of the vehicle ahead.
05036V0002EMWindshield Wiper Switch
04146V0002EMRain Sensor
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The sensor has an adjustment range that
varies progressively from wiper still (no
stroke) when the windshield is dry, to
wiper at continuous speed (fast
operation) with intense rain.
Activation
Rotating the wiper switch to position
oractivates the rain sensor.
The activation of the rain sensor system
is done by tapping the wiper stalk
upwards while the switch is in the
orposition.
The variation in sensitivity during rain
sensor operation is also signaled by a
stroke of the wiper (command acquired
and implemented). This stroke is also
executed with the windshield dry.
If the windshield washer is used with the
rain sensor activated, the normal washing
cycle is performed, after which the rain
sensor resumes its normal automatic
operation.
Note: Keep the glass in the sensor area
clean.
Deactivation
Use the wiper switch or cycle the ignition
to STOP mode.
In the event of malfunction of the rain
sensor while it is active, the windshield
wiper operates intermittently at a speed
consistent with the sensitivity setting of
the rain sensor, whether or not there is
rain on the glass for as long as the sensor
failure is indicated on the display. The sensor continues to operate and it is
possible to set the windshield wiper to
continuous mode
or. The failure
indication remains on for as long as the
sensor is active.
The rain sensor is able to recognize and
automatically adjust itself in the
presence of the following conditions:
Presence of dirt on the controlled
surface (e.g. salt, dirt, etc.).
Presence of streaks of water caused
by the worn window wiper blades.
Difference between day and night.
Rear Window Wiper/Washer
Shifting the vehicle into REVERSE with
the windshield wiper operating, activates
a single cycle of the rear window wiper.
Activation of the rear window
wiper/washer can be done by moving the
stalk to one of the following positions:
Pushing the stalk towards the
instrument panel activates the rear
window washer (a brief push activates
one washing cycle, keeping the stalk
pushed washes continuously until the
stalk is released).
Pushing the stalk downward
activates/deactivates continuous rear
wiper operation.
HEADLAMP WASHERS
The windshield wiper stalk operates the
headlight washers when the ignition is in
the ON position and the headlights are
turned on. The windshield wiper stalk is
located on the right side of the steering
column. To use the headlight washers, pull
the stalk toward you and release it. The
headlight washers will spray a timed
high-pressure spray of washer fluid onto
each headlight lens. In addition, the
windshield washers will spray the
windshield and the windshield wipers will
cycle.
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Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control System
Controls
Caution!
The system uses R1234yf refrigerant, which does not pollute the environment in the event of accidental leakage. Under no circumstances, use
R134a and R12 fluids, which are incompatible with the components of this system.
04156V0005EMAutomatic Climate Control System
1 — Driver Temperature Adjustment
Knob6 — Rear Defrost Button
11 — Passenger Heated Seat Button —
If Equipped
2 — Driver Side AUTO Button (Auto-
matic Operation) 7 — Passenger Side Air Distribution
Selection Button12 — Air Conditioning Button
3 — Driver Side Air Distribution Selec-
tion Button 8 — Passenger Side AUTO Button (Au-
tomatic Operation)13 — Steering Wheel Heater Button —
If Equipped
4 — Max Defrost Button 9 — Passenger Temperature Adjust-
ment Knob 14 — Driver Side Heated Seat Button
— If Equipped
5 — Blower Speed Adjustment Knob 10 — SYNC Button (Set Temperature Alignment) Driver/Passenger Side15 — Air Recirculation Button
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Warning LightWhat It Means What To Do
POWER STEERING FAILURE
If the telltale remains on, you could not have steering
assistance and the effort required to operate the steering
wheel could be increased; steering is, however, possible.
Note:
After the battery is disconnected, the steering wheel must
be initialized. The Power Steering Failure light on the
instrument panel will illuminate to indicate this. To carry
out this procedure, simply turn the steering wheel all the
way from one end to the other, and then turn in back to the
central position.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
DOOR OPEN INDICATOR LIGHT
The telltale illuminates when one or more doors are not
completely shut. An chime will signal when the doors is
open and the vehicle is moving.
Close all the doors properly.
HOOD OPEN INDICATOR LIGHT
The telltale turns on when the hood is not properly closed,
along with the icon, an image of the vehicle with an open
hood appears on the display.
A buzzer is heard when the hood is open and the vehicle is
moving.Fully close the hood.
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