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4. If using another vehicle to jump start the battery,park the vehicle within the jumper cable’s reach,
apply the parking brake and make sure the ignition
is OFF.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other as this
could establish a ground connection and personal
injury could result.
Jump Starting Procedure
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump starting procedure could
result in personal injury or property damage due to
battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could result in
damage to the charging system of the booster ve-
hicle or the discharged vehicle. Connecting The Jumper Cables
1. Connect the positive
(+)end of the jumper cable to
the positive (+)post of the vehicle with the dis-
charged battery.
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+)jumper
cable to the positive (+)post of the booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-)of the jumper cable to
the negative (-)post of the booster battery.
Positive (+) Battery Post
188 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
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When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including exces-
sive brake dust, care must be taken in the selection of
tire and wheel cleaning chemicals and equipment to
prevent damage to the wheels. Select a non-abrasive,
non-acidic cleaner for aluminum or chrome wheels.
CAUTION!
Do not use scouring pads, steel wool, a bristle
brush, metal polishes or oven cleaner. These prod-
ucts may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Only car wash soap is recom-
mended.
NOTE: If you intend parking or storing your vehicle for
an extended period after cleaning the wheels with
wheel cleaner, drive your vehicle and apply the brakes
to remove the water droplets from the brake compo-
nents. This activity will remove the red rust on the
brake rotors and prevent vehicle vibration when brak-
ing. Dark Or Low Gloss Wheels
CAUTION!
If your vehicle is equipped with these specialty
wheels, DO NOT USE wheel cleaners, abrasives, or
polishing compounds. They will permanently dam-
age this finish and such damage is not covered by
the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. HAND WASH
ONLY USING MILD SOAP AND WATER WITH A
SOFT CLOTH. Used on a regular basis; this is all
that is required to maintain this finish.
Tire Chains (Traction Devices)
Use of traction devices require sufficient tire-to-body
clearance. Follow these recommendations to guard
against damage.
•
Traction device must be of proper size for the tire, as
recommended by the traction device manufacturer.
• Install on Rear Tires Only.
• Reduced size snow chains with a maximum projec-
tion of 7 mm beyond the tire profile can be fitted on
vehicles equipped with 235/40 R18 rear tire.
246 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)...........218
Adding Fuel ........................... .158
Adding Washing Fluid ....................205
Additives, Fuel ......................... .258
AirBag ...............................110 Air Bag Operation ......................112
Air Bag Warning Light ..................109
Driver Knee Air Bag ....................113
Enhanced Accident Response ...........117,194
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...............194
If Deployment Occurs ...................116
Knee Impact Bolsters ....................112
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ...........119
Maintenance ..........................119
Transporting Pets ..................... .129
Air Bag Light .....................77, 109, 131
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . .210
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................211
Air Conditioner Refrigerant ..............211,212
Air Conditioner System ....................211
Air Filter ............................. .210
Air Pressure Tires .............................. .236
Alarm System Security Alarm .........................20 Alfa DNA System (Dynamic Car Control System) .146
Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission............83, 141
Fluid Type ....................... .225, 263
Alterations/Modifications Vehicle ...............................5
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............217, 261
Disposal ............................ .220
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................88
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................79
Automatic Transaxle .......................18
Automatic Transmission ...................141
Fluid Type .......................... .263
Battery ............................ .77, 208
Charging System Light ...................77
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ..............16
Belts, Seat ............................. .130
Body Mechanism Lubrication ................212
B-Pillar Location ........................ .231
Brake Fluid ........................... .263
Brake, Parking ......................... .139
Brake
System ....................... .221, 256
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................88
Master Cylinder ...................... .221
Parking ............................ .139
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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