2019 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider child seat

The seat belt in the passenger seating position is
equipped with a Switchable Automatic Locking Retrac-
tor (ALR) that is designed to keep the lap portion of the
seat belt tight around the child restraint so that it is not
necessary to use a locking clip. The ALR retractor can be
“switched” into a locked mode by pulling all of the
webbing out of the retractor and then letting the web-
bing retract back into the retractor. If it is locked, the
ALR will make a clicking noise while the webbing is
pulled back into the retractor.
Refer to the “Automatic Locking Mode” description in
“Switchable Automatic Locking Retractors (ALR)” un-
der “Occupant Restraint Systems” for additional infor-
mation on ALR.
Please see the table below and the following sections for
more information.Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For Installing Child
Restraints In This Vehicle
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) Location
•ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking Retractor
•
Top Tether Anchorage Symbol
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Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts
What is the weight limit (child’s weight +
weight of the child restraint) for using the
Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a forward facing child restraint? Weight limit of the
Child Restraint Always use the tether anchor when using
the seat belt to install a forward facing
child restraint, up to the recommended weight limit of the child restraint.
Can the head restraints be removed? No
Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten the seat belt against the belt path of the child restraint? No
Do not twist the buckle stalk in a seating
position with an ALR retractor.
Installing A Child Restraint With A Switchable
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
Child restraint systems are designed to be secured in
vehicle seats by lap belts or the lap belt portion of a
lap/shoulder belt.
WARNING!
•Improper installation or failure to properly secure
a child restraint can lead to failure of the restraint.
The child could be badly injured or killed.
• Follow the child restraint manufacturer ’s direc-
tions exactly when installing an infant or child
restraint. 1. Place the child seat in the center of the seating
position. Move the vehicle seat as far rearward as
possible to keep the child as far from the passenger
air bag as possible.
2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing from the retractor to pass it through the belt path of the child
restraint. Do not twist the belt webbing in the belt
path.
3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle until you hear a “click.”
4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap portion tight against the child seat.
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5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the shoulder partof the belt until you have pulled all the seat belt
webbing out of the retractor. Then, allow the web-
bing to retract back into the retractor. As the webbing
retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This means
the seat belt is now in the Automatic Locking mode.
6. Try to pull the webbing out of the retractor. If it is locked, you should not be able to pull out any
webbing. If the retractor is not locked, repeat step 5.
7. Finally, pull up on any excess webbing to tighten the lap portion around the child restraint while you push
the child restraint rearward and downward into the
vehicle seat.
8. If the child restraint has a top tether strap and the seating position has a top tether anchorage, connect
the tether strap to the anchorage and tighten the
tether strap. See the section “Installing Child Re-
straints Using the Top Tether Anchorage” for direc-
tions to attach a tether anchor.
9. Test that the child restraint is installed tightly by pulling back and forth on the child seat at the belt
path. It should not move more than 1 inch (25.4 mm)
in any direction. Any seat belt system will loosen with time, so check the
belt occasionally, and pull it tight if necessary.
Installing Child Restraints Using The Top Tether
Anchorage:
Always use the tether anchor when using the seat belt
to install a forward facing child restraint, up to the
recommended weight limit of the child restraint. This
vehicle is equipped with a tether anchorage, located
behind the front passenger seat, near the floor.
1. Look behind the seating position where you plan to
install the child restraint to find the tether anchorage.
You may need to move the seat forward to provide
Upper Tether Anchorage
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better access to the tether anchorage. If there is no
top tether anchorage for that seating position, move
the child restraint to another position in the vehicle if
one is available.
2. Route the tether strap around the outboard side of the head restraint to the tether anchorage.
3. Attach the tether strap hook of the child restraint to the top tether anchorage as shown in the diagram.
4. Remove slack in the tether strap according to the child restraint manufacturer ’s instructions.
WARNING!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap could lead to
increased head motion and possible injury to the
child. Use only the anchorage position directly
behind the child seat to secure a child restraint top
tether strap.
Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could harm your
pet. An unrestrained pet will be thrown about and
possibly injured, or injure a passenger during panic
braking or in a collision. Pets should be restrained in the rear seat (if equipped)
in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are secured by seat
belts.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN THE CARGO
AREA.
WARNING!
•
Do not leave children or animals inside parked
vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat build-up
may cause serious injury or death.
• It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision,
people riding in these areas are more likely to be
seriously injured or killed.
• Do not allow people to ride in any area of your
vehicle that is not equipped with seats and seat
belts.
• Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and
using a seat belt properly.
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STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting your vehicle, adjust your seat, adjust
both inside and outside mirrors, and fasten your seat
belts.
WARNING!
•Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or with
access to an unlocked vehicle.
• Allowing children to be in a vehicle unattended is
dangerous for a number of reasons. A child or
others could be seriously or fatally injured. Chil-
dren should be warned not to touch the parking
brake, brake pedal or the transmission gear selec-
tor.
• Do not leave the key fob in or near the vehicle (or
in a location accessible to children). A child could
operate power windows, other controls, or move
the vehicle.
Automatic Transmission
To start the engine, press the brake pedal. The system
engages NEUTRAL (N) automatically.
After the starting procedure, FIRST (1st) gear or RE-
VERSE (R) can be engaged. Irrespective of the mode selected (AUTO/MANUAL),
to engage FIRST (1st) gear or REVERSE (R), it is
necessary to press the brake pedal and push the 1
button on the transmission control panel (or the
+
steering wheel stalk) to engage FIRST (1st) gear or the R
button to engage REVERSE (R).
When FIRST (1st) gear is engaged, the system sets itself
to AUTO mode.
NEUTRAL (N) can be engaged again by pushing the N
button with the brake pedal pressed.
When the 1, N, or R buttons are pushed (or +steering
wheel stalk is operated) without pressing the brake
pedal, no gear change request is implemented by the
system.
NOTE: REVERSE (R) cannot be engaged by pushing the
- stalk on the steering wheel.
Normal Starting
NOTE: Normal starting of either a cold or a warm
engine is obtained without pumping or pressing the
accelerator pedal.
Turn the ignition switch to the AVV (START) position
and release it when the engine starts. If the engine fails
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Warning Light.........................75
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .......139
Bulb Replacement ....................... .166
Bulbs, Light ........................ .133, 166
Camera .............................. .156
Camera, Rear .......................... .156
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .........261
Capacities, Fluid ........................ .261
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ...................... .204, 210
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ...............219
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..............130, 261
Car Washes ........................... .250
Cellular Phone ......................... .268
Chains, Tire ........................... .246
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... .225
Chart, Tire Sizing ....................... .227
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .84
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety .............129
Checks, Safety ......................... .129
Child Restraint ......................... .121
Child Restraints Booster Seats ........................ .124
Child Seat Installation ...................127 Infant And Child Restraints
...............123
Older Children And Child Restraints ........123
Clean Air Gasoline ...................... .258
Cleaning Wheels ............................ .245
Windshield Wiper Blades .................213
Climate Control ..........................35
Manual ..............................35
Compact Spare Tire ...................... .243
Contract, Service ........................ .271
Coolant (Antifreeze) ...................261, 262
Cooling Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ..........219
Cooling System ......................... .216
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ..............218
Coolant

Level .....................217, 220
Disposal Of Used Coolant ................220
Drain, Flush, And Refill ..................217
Inspection .......................... .220
Points To Remember ....................220
Pressure Cap ........................ .219
Radiator Cap ........................ .219
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...........217
Corrosion Protection ..................... .249
Cruise Light .............................82
Cupholders .............................56
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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
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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