2019 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider towing

CAUTION!
•The tow eye must be used exclusively for road-
side assistance operations. Only use the tow eye
with an appropriate device in accordance with the
highway code (a rigid bar or rope) to flat tow the
vehicle for a short distance to the nearest service
location.
• Tow eyes MUST NOT be used to tow vehicles off
the road or where there are obstacles.
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CAUTION! (Continued)
•In compliance with the above conditions, towing
with a tow eye must take place with two vehicles
(one towing, the other towed) aligned as much as
possible along the same center line. Damage to
your vehicle may occur if these guidelines are not
followed.
• When towing, only use a facility that can tow
vehicles with low ground clearances as extensive
damage can result by using a standard tow truck
platform.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
condition. In the event of engine malfunction,
particularly involving engine misfire or other
apparent loss of performance, have your vehicle
serviced promptly. Continued operation of your
vehicle with a severe malfunction could cause the
converter to overheat, resulting in possible dam-
age to the converter and vehicle.
Under normal operating conditions, the catalytic con-
verter will not require maintenance. However, it is
important to keep the engine properly tuned to assure
proper catalyst operation and prevent possible catalyst
damage.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with emissions control
systems can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
In unusual situations involving grossly malfunctioning
engine operation, a scorching odor may suggest severe
and abnormal catalyst overheating. If this occurs, stop
the vehicle, turn off the engine and allow it to cool.
Service, including a tune-up to manufacturer’s specifi-
cations, should be obtained immediately.
To minimize the possibility of catalytic converter damage:
• Do not shut off the engine or interrupt the ignition,
when the transmission is in gear and the vehicle is in
motion.
• Do not try to start the engine by pushing or towing
the vehicle.
• Do not idle the engine with any spark plug wires
disconnected or removed, such as when diagnostic
testing, or for prolonged periods during very rough
idle or malfunctioning operating conditions.
Cooling System
WARNING!
• Turn vehicle off and disconnect the fan motor
lead before working near the radiator cooling fan.
•
You or others can be badly burned by hot engine
coolant (antifreeze) or steam from your radiator. If
you see or hear steam coming from under the hood,
do not open the hood until the radiator has had
time to cool. Never open a cooling system pressure
cap when the radiator or coolant bottle is hot.
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Tire And Loading Information Placard
This placard tells you important information about the:
1. Number of people that can be carried in the vehicle.
2. Total weight your vehicle can carry.
3. Tire size designed for your vehicle.
4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, andspare tires.Loading
The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not exceed
the load carrying capacity of the tire on your vehicle.
You will not exceed the tire’s load carrying capacity if
you adhere to the loading conditions, tire size, and cold
tire inflation pressures specified on the Tire and Load-
ing Information placard in “Vehicle Loading” in the
“Starting And Operating” section of this manual.
NOTE: Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition,
gross axle weight ratings (GAWRs) for the front and
rear axles must not be exceeded.
For further information on GAWRs, vehicle loading,
and trailer towing, refer to “Vehicle Loading” in the
“Starting And Operating” section of this manual.
To determine the maximum loading conditions of your
vehicle, locate the statement “The combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or
XXX lbs” on the Tire and Loading Information placard.
The combined weight of occupants, cargo/luggage and
trailer tongue weight (if applicable) should never ex-
ceed the weight referenced here.
Tire And Loading Information Placard
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Steps For Determining Correct Load Limit—
(1) Locate the statement “The combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed XXX kg or
XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of the driver and
passengers that will be riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the driver and
passengers from XXX kg or XXX lbs.
(4) The resulting figure equals the available amount
of cargo and luggage load capacity. For example, if
“XXX” amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will be five
150 lb passengers in your vehicle, the amount of
available cargo and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400-750 (5x150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of luggage and
cargo being loaded on the vehicle. That weight may
not safely exceed the available cargo and luggage
load capacity calculated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from
your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.Consult this manual to determine how this reduces
the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your
vehicle.
Metric Example For Load Limit
For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg and there
will be five 68 kg passengers in your vehicle, the
amount of available cargo and luggage load capacity is
295 kg (635-340 (5x68) = 295 kg) as shown in step 4.
NOTE:
•
If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from
your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle. The
following table shows examples on how to calculate
total load, cargo/luggage, and towing capacities of
your vehicle with varying seating configurations and
number and size of occupants. This table is for
illustration purposes only and may not be accurate
for the seating and load carry capacity of your
vehicle.
• For the following example, the combined weight of
occupants and cargo should never exceed 865 lbs
(392 kg).
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may adversely affect the safety and handling of your
vehicle.
WARNING!
Do not use Summer tires in snow/ice conditions.
You could lose vehicle control, resulting in severe
injury or death. Driving too fast for conditions also
creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control.
Snow Tires
Some areas of the country require the use of snow tires
during the Winter. Snow tires can be identified by a
“mountain/snowflake” symbol on the tire sidewall.If you need snow tires, select tires
equivalent in size and type to the
original equipment tires. Use snow
tires only in sets of four; failure to do
so may adversely affect the safety
and handling of your vehicle.
Snow tires generally have lower speed ratings than
what was originally equipped with your vehicle and
should not be operated at sustained speeds over 75 mph
(120 km/h). For speeds above 75 mph (120 km/h) refer to original equipment or an authorized tire dealer for
recommended safe operating speeds, loading and cold
tire inflation pressures.
While studded tires improve performance on ice, skid
and traction capability on wet or dry surfaces may be
poorer than that of non-studded tires. Some states
prohibit studded tires; therefore, local laws should be
checked before using these tire types.
Spare Tires — If Equipped
NOTE:
For vehicles equipped with Tire Service Kit
instead of a spare tire, please refer to “Tire Service Kit”
in “In Case Of Emergency” for further information.
CAUTION!
Because of the reduced ground clearance, do not
take your vehicle through an automatic car wash
with a compact or limited use temporary spare
installed. Damage to the vehicle may result.
Refer to the “Towing Requirements - Tires” in “Starting
And Operating” for restrictions when towing with a
spare tire designated for temporary emergency use.
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Customer Assistance..................... .270
Cybersecurity .......................... .266
Daytime Running Lights ....................31
Dealer Service .......................... .209
Deck Lid, Release .........................50
Defroster, Windshield .....................131
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................34
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................83
Dimmer Control Switch ....................33
Disabled Vehicle Towing ...................191
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............220
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors .....24
Doors .................................22
Driver ’s Seat Back Tilt ......................25
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water .............................. .161
Electrical Power Outlets ....................57
Electric Brake Control System ................89
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................29
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .......150Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light
........76
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher .................166
Jacking ............................ .225
Jump Starting ........................ .186
Overheating ......................... .190
Towing ............................ .191
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........84
Engine ............................... .204
Air Cleaner ......................... .210
Break-In Recommendations ...............139
Checking Oil Level .....................205
Compartment ........................ .204
Cooling ............................ .216
Exhaust Gas Caution ................130, 261
Fails To Start ........................ .138
Flooded, Starting ..................... .138
Fuel Requirements .....................258
Jump Starting ........................ .186
O

il ............................ .209, 261
Oil Filler Cap ..................... .204, 210
Oil Filter ........................... .210
Oil Selection ......................... .209
Overheating ......................... .190
Starting ............................ .137
278 INDEX

Pressure Warning Light...................76
Recommendation ...................209, 261
Viscosity ........................... .210
Oil Filter, Change ....................... .210
Oil Filter, Selection ...................... .210
Oil Pressure Light .........................76
Onboard Diagnostic System ..................83
Operating Precautions ......................83
Operator Manual Owner’s Manual .....................5,273
Outside Rearview Mirrors ...................28
Overheating, Engine ..................... .190
Owner ’s Manual (Operator Manual) ............5
Paint Care ............................ .249
Parking Brake .......................... .139
Passing Light ............................31
Pets ................................. .129
Placard, Tire And Loading Information .........231
Power Door Locks ...........................22
Mirrors ..............................29
Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet) ...........57
Windows .............................41
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ..............105Pretensioners
Seat Belts ........................... .106
Radial Ply Tires ........................ .237
Radiator Cap (Coolant Pressure Cap) ..........219
Radio Frequency General Information ..................17, 20
Radio Operation ........................ .268
Rear Camera .......................... .156
Reclining Rear Seats .......................25
Recreational Towing ..................... .160
Reformulated Gasoline ....................258
Refrigerant ............................ .212
Reminder, Seat Belt ...................... .100
Remote Keyless Entry Unlock The Doors ......................15
Replacement Bulbs ...................... .166
Replacement Keys ........................20
Replacement Tires ....................... .240
Reporting Safety Defects ...................273
Restraints,
Child........................ .121
Restraints, Head ..........................26
Rotation, Tires ......................... .247
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ................130
282 INDEX

Wheel, Tilt............................27
Storage ............................ .53, 249
Storage, Vehicle ........................ .249
Storing Your Vehicle ..................... .249
Supplemental Restraint System – Air Bag .......110
Telescoping Steering Column .................27
Tilt Steering Column .......................27
Tire And Loading Information Placard .........231
Tire Markings .......................... .226
Tires....................133, 234, 242, 243, 247 Aging (Life Of Tires) ....................239
Air Pressure ......................... .234
Chains ............................. .246
Changing ........................... .225
Compact Spare ....................... .243
General Information ..............234, 242, 243
High Speed ......................... .236
Inflation Pressure ..................... .236
Jacking ............................ .225
Life Of Tires ......................... .239
Load Capacity .....................231, 232
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) .......78, 94
Quality Grading ...................... .247
Radial ............................. .237Replacement
......................... .240
Rotation ............................ .247
Safety .......................... .226, 234
Sizes .............................. .227
Snow Tires .......................... .242
Spare Tires ....................242, 243, 244
Spinning ........................... .238
Tread Wear Indicators ...................239
Wheel Nut Torque .....................256
Tire Safety Information ....................226
To Open Deck Lid ........................50
Towing .............................. .160
Disabled

Vehicle ...................... .191
Recreational ......................... .160
Towing Behind A Motorhome ...............160
Towing Eyes ........................... .191
Traction .............................. .161
Trailer Towing ......................... .160
Transaxle Automatic ............................18
Transmission .......................... .141
Automatic .......................... .141
Fluid .............................. .224
Maintenance ......................... .224
Transporting Pets ....................... .129
284 INDEX