2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio Owner's Manual

Curb Weight
The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as
the total weight of the vehicle with all
fluids, including vehicle fuel, at full
capacity conditions, and with no
occupants or cargo loaded into the
vehicle. The front and rear curb weight
values are determined by weighing your
vehicle on a commercial scale before any
occupants or cargo are added.
Loading
The actual total weight and the weight of
the front and rear of your vehicle at the
ground can best be determined by
weighing it when it is loaded and ready
for operation.The entire vehicle should first be weighed
on a commercial scale to insure that the
GVWR has not been exceeded. The
weight on the front and rear of the
vehicle should then be determined
separately to be sure that the load is
properly distributed over the front and
rear axle. Weighing the vehicle may show
that the GAWR of either the front or rear
axles has been exceeded but the total
load is within the specified GVWR. If so,
weight must be shifted from front to rear
or rear to front as appropriate until the
specified weight limitations are met.
Store the heavier items down low and be
sure that the weight is distributed
equally. Stow all loose items securely
before driving.
Improper weight distributions can have
an adverse effect on the way your vehicle
steers and handles and the way the
brakes operate.
Caution!
Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the
GVWR or the maximum front and rear
GAWR. If you do, parts on your vehicle can
break, or it can change the way your vehicle
handles. This could cause you to lose control.
Also overloading can shorten the life of your
vehicle.
SUGGESTIONS FOR DRIVING
Saving Fuel
Below are some suggestions which may
help you save fuel and lower the amount
of harmful emissions released into the
atmosphere.
Vehicle Maintenance
Checks and operations should be carried
out in accordance with the Maintenance
Plan. Refer to "Scheduled Servicing" in
"Servicing And Maintenance" for further
information.
Tires
Check the tire pressures at least once
every four weeks: if the pressure is too
low, consumption levels increase as
resistance to rolling is higher.
Note:
Tire pressure that is too high can
cause premature tire wear, reduced
control, etc.
Unnecessary Loads
Do not travel with an overloaded liftgate.
The weight of the vehicle and its
arrangement greatly affect fuel
consumption and stability.
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Electric Devices
Use electrical systems only for the
amount of time needed. The rear window
defroster, additional headlights,
windshield wipers and heater blower fan
require a considerable amount of energy;
increasing the current uptake increases
fuel consumption (by up to +25% when
city driving).
Climate Control System
Using the climate control system will
increase consumption: use standard
ventilation when the temperature
outside permits.
Devices For Aerodynamic Control
The use of non-certified devices for
aerodynamic control may adversely
affect air drag and consumption levels.
Driving Style
Starting
Do not warm up the engine at low or high
revs when the vehicle is stationary; this
causes the engine to warm up more
slowly, thereby increasing fuel
consumption and emissions. It is
therefore advisable to drive off
immediately, slowly, avoiding high
speeds: by doing this the engine will
warm up more quickly.Unnecessary Actions
Avoid revving up when starting at traffic
lights or before stopping the engine. This
action is unnecessary and causes
increased fuel consumption and
pollution.
Gear Selection
Use a high gear when traffic and road
conditions allow it. Using a low gear for
faster acceleration will increase fuel
consumption. Improper use of a high gear
increases consumption, emissions and
engine wear.
Max. Speed
Fuel consumption considerably increases
as speed increases. Maintain a constant
speed, avoiding unnecessary braking and
acceleration, which cost in terms of both
fuel consumption and emissions.
Acceleration
Accelerating violently severely affects
consumption and emissions: acceleration
should be gradual and should not exceed
the maximum torque.
Conditions Of Use
Cold Starting
Short trips and frequent cold starts will
not allow the engine to reach optimum
operating temperature. This results in a
significant increase in consumption
levels (from +15 to +30% in city driving)
and emissions.Traffic And Road Conditions
High fuel consumption is caused by heavy
traffic, for instance when travelling in
traffic with frequent use of low gears or
in cities with many traffic lights. Winding
mountain roads and rough road surfaces
also adversely affect consumption.
Stops In Traffic
During prolonged stops (e.g. railway
crossings), turn off the engine.
Performance
This vehicle is equipped with an engine
capable of delivering exceptionally fast
acceleration and speed:
Peak power: 505 HP at 6500 rpm.
Peak torque: 443 ft-lbs at
2500–5000 rpm.
Top speed: 177 mph (285 km/h).
Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph (0 to
100 km/h): 3.9 seconds.
For safe driving, it is essential,
particularly during the first days of use,
to get to know the car by driving carefully
and gradually discovering its
performance.
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Brakes
The car braking system may be available
with four carbon-ceramic material brake
discs, one on each wheel.
In order to guarantee the maximum
braking capacity for the first use, Alfa
Romeo performs a "run-in" procedure for
discs and pads directly at the factory.
The use of carbon-ceramic material
brake discs guarantees braking features
(better deceleration/pedal load ratio,
braking distances, fading resistance)
proportional to the dynamic features of
the car in addition to considerably
decreasing the unsprung component
weight.
The materials used and the structural
features of the system could generate
unusual noises which have absolutely no
adverse effect on correct operation and
reliability of the braking system.
Greater pressure may need to be applied
to the brake pedal the first time to keep
the same braking capacities in presence
of condensation or salt on the braking
surfaces, for example after washing or if
the car is not used for a long time.
Note:Given the high technological level
of this system, any servicing on it must be
performed by your authorized dealer
which exclusively has the skills needed
for the repair operations. In case of intensive, high-performance
use of the car, have the efficiency of the
carbon-ceramic material braking system
inspected as shown on the Maintenance
Plan at your authorized dealer.
Driving On Race Tracks
Before driving on a track using a racing
style, it is necessary to:
Attend a race track driving course.
Check the liquid levels in the engine
compartment. For more information, see
the “Checking Levels” section in the
“Servicing And Maintenance” chapter.
Have the car inspected at an
authorized dealer.
Remember that the car was not designed
to be driven exclusively on the race track
and that this use increases stress and
component wear.
Note: Quadrifoglio front brakes are
equipped with NAO type pads. These
pads are NOT suitable for high termic
loads (vehicle track use). If you want to
use vehicle on a track it is necessary to
use the optional CCM (Carbon Ceramic
Brake disc). Preheating the carbon ceramic material
brake discs
The brake discs must be warmed up to
make them fully efficient. You are
advised to perform the following
procedure:
Brake nine times from 80 mph to
18 mph (130 km/h to 30 km/h) with
deceleration equal to 0.7g (the
longitudinal acceleration value is shown
on the instrument panel display by
setting RACE mode and selecting the
“Performance” page) with 20 second
intervals between brake applications;
keep the car at a speed comprised
between 37 mph and 62 mph (60 km/h
and 100 km/h) and do not brake for
4 minutes to allow the brakes to cool
down;
Then brake three times from 124 mph
to 18 mph (200 km/h to 30 km/h) with
deceleration equal to 1.1g (ABS
operation) with 30 second intervals
between brake applications; keep the car
at a speed comprised between 37 mph
and 62 mph (60 km/h and 100 km/h) and
do not brake for 5 minutes to allow the
brakes to cool down.
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Have a flat tire or a burnt-out bulb?
At times, a problem such as these may
interfere with your driving experience.
The section on emergencies can help you
to deal with critical situations
independently.
In an emergency, we recommend that you
call the phone number found in the
Warranty Book.
You may also consider contacting an
authorized dealer.HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS.....188
BULB REPLACEMENT .........188
FUSES .................. .193
TIRE SERVICE KIT ............198
JUMP STARTING ............201
ENGINE OVERHEATING ........203
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE . . .204
TOW EYES ............... .206
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) .............207
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) . . .207
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HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS
The Hazard Warning flasher switch is
located in the switch bank below the
radio screen.Push the switch once to
turn the hazard warning
flasher on. When the
switch is activated, all
directional turn signals
will flash on and off to
warn oncoming traffic
of an emergency. Push the switch a
second time to turn the hazard warning
flashers off.
This is an emergency warning system and
it should not be used when the vehicle is
in motion. Use it when your vehicle is
disabled and is creating a safety hazard
for other motorists.
When you must leave the vehicle to seek
assistance, the hazard warning flashers
will continue to operate even though the
ignition is cycled to STOP.
Caution!
Prolonged use of the hazard warning
flashers may discharge the vehicle’s battery.
Panic Brake Assist (PBA) System
The PBA system is designed to improve
the vehicle’s braking capacity during
emergency braking.
For further details about the Panic Brake
Assist System, refer to the "Active
Safety Systems" section in the "Safety"
chapter.
BULB REPLACEMENT
General Instructions
Before replacing a bulb, check the
contacts for oxidation.
Replace blown bulbs with others of the
same type and power.
After replacing a headlight bulb,
always check its alignment.
When a light is not working, check that
the corresponding fuse is intact before
changing the bulb. For the location of
fuses, refer to “Fuses” in this chapter.
Note: In some particular climate
conditions, such as low temperature,
humidity, or after washing the vehicle, a
thin condensation layer may form on the
internal surfaces of the front and rear
headlights. This condensation will
disappear after switching on the
headlights.
0403132206USHazard Warning Switch
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Types Of Bulbs
The vehicle may be equipped with the following bulbs
Glass Bulbs (Type A):
They are press-fitted. Pull to extract.
Bayonet-Type Bulbs (Type B) : To remove them from their holder, press
the bulb and turn it counterclockwise, then extract it.
Tubular Bulbs (Type C) : Release them from their contacts to remove.
Halogen Bulbs (Type D) : To remove the bulb, turn the connector to the
side and pull it out.
Halogen Bulbs (Type E) : To remove the bulb, turn it counterclockwise.
Xenon Gas Discharge Bulb (Type F) : to remove the bulb, contact an
authorized dealer.
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Replacement Bulbs
Light bulbsTypePower
Front direction indicators
(*)PY24W 24W
Rear Fog lights
(*)H11 55 W
Main beam headlights, front side lights/daylight running lights (DRL)
(*)H15 55/15W
Dipped beam headlights
(*)H7 55W
Main beam/dipped beam headlights (Xenon gas discharge) D3S35W
Sun visor light 1.5CP2.1W
Glove compartment light W5W4W
Liftgate light W5W5W
Puddle lights (under door panel) W5W5W
(*) Only for basic version headlight with halogen main beam/dipped beam headlights
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