2019 Alfa Romeo 4C Spider wheel

the brake pedal). The transmission will engage the
correct gear according to the vehicle’s speed.
Acoustic Signal
If the vehicle is stationary with the engine running and
FIRST (1) or REVERSE (R) engaged, the system acti-
vates an acoustic signal and automatically places the
transmission in NEUTRAL (N) when:
•The accelerator and/or brake pedal are not operated
for at least three minutes.
• The brake pedal is pressed for longer than 10 min-
utes.
• The driver ’s door is opened and the accelerator pedal
or the brake pedal are not operated for at least one
and a half seconds.
• A fault has been detected in the transmission.
Parking The Vehicle
When parking and leaving the vehicle, proceed as
follows:
1. Make sure that the vehicle has come to a complete
stop. 2. With the brake pedal depressed, put the vehicle into
either a forward or reverse gear by pushing 1 or R.
(The vehicle may already be in 1 or R if you were just
driving.)
3. Engage the parking brake.
4. Turn off and remove the key.
5. Release the brake pedal.
When parking on an incline, turn the front wheels
toward the curb on a downhill slope and away from the
curb on an uphill slope. Always chock the wheels when
parking on steep grades.
General Notes
When the vehicle is stopped and in gear, always keep
the brake pedal pressed until you decide to set off, then
release the brake and accelerate gradually.
During prolonged stops with the engine running, it is
advisable to keep the transmission in NEUTRAL (N).
When stopped on an incline, always hold the vehicle in
place using the brakes. On steep inclines, Hill Start
Assist (HSA) will temporarily hold the vehicle in posi-
tion when the brake pedal is released. If the accelerator
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pedal is not applied after a short time, the vehicle will
roll back. Either reapply the brake (to hold the vehicle)
or press the accelerator to climb the hill.
Only shift between FIRST (1) and REVERSE (R) when
completely stopped, with the brake pedal pressed.
When necessary, it is possible to engage FIRST (1),
REVERSE (R) or NEUTRAL (N) with the engine off, the
key at MAR-ON and the brake pressed. In this case,
wait at least five seconds between one gear change and
the next, in order to safeguard the operation of the
hydraulic system, and the pump in particular.
For uphill departures, accelerate gradually but fully,
immediately after releasing the parking brake or the
brake pedal; this allows the engine speed to increase to
provide more torque at the wheels.
ALFA DNA SYSTEM (DYNAMIC VEHICLE
CONTROL SYSTEM)
This vehicle is equipped with a “Alfa DNA” system
lever (located on the center console). There are four
modes of operation to be selected according to driving
style and road conditions:•
Dynamic (This mode alters the transmission’s auto-
matic shift schedule for sportier driving [D]).
• Natural (mode for driving in normal conditions [N]).
• All Weather (mode for driving in poor grip condi-
tions, such as rain and snow [A]).
• Race (sports driving mode [D]).
This also acts on the dynamic vehicle control systems
(engine, gearbox/transmission, ESC system).
Alfa DNA Mode Selector
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The display will become grey (same screen asNatural
mode) but without an indication of the Alfa DNA
setting. The display will also show a warning message.
Please contact your authorized dealer for service.
Launch Control
The Launch Control strategy permits high-performance
acceleration from stand still.
This strategy can be activated with vehicle at a stand-
still, Race mode selected and FIRST (1st) gear engaged.
The sequence of operations to perform is as follows:
1. Press the brake pedal and hold it down.
2. Press the accelerator pedal and hold it down.
3. Press the –paddle behind the steering wheel. (This
allows the engine to rev above the 3000 RPM limit.)
When the brake pedal is released, the vehicle will start
with maximum acceleration. Despite the MANUAL
mode, the vehicle will automatically shift the gear to
guarantee maximum acceleration, once the correct shift-
ing speed has been reached.
WARNING!
Launch Control is intended for off-highway or
off-road use only and should not be used on any
public roadways. Use Launch Control only in a
controlled and dry track environment; within the
limits of the law. Actual Launch Control perfor-
mance may change depending on the surface and
current traction conditions. The capabilities of the
vehicle as measured by the performance pages must
never be exploited in a reckless or dangerous man-
ner, which can jeopardize the user ’s safety or the
safety of others. Only a safe, attentive, and skillful
driver can prevent accidents. Failure to follow this
warning may result in serious injury or death.
To discontinue the strategy, simply interrupt the above
sequence of operations or release the accelerator pedal.
SPEED CONTROL — IF EQUIPPED
When engaged, the Speed Control takes over accelera-
tor operations at speeds greater than 18 mph (30 km/h),
up to the maximum speed of 105 mph (170 km/h).
The Speed Control Lever is located on the left side of the
steering column.
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TRAILER TOWING
Trailer towing with this vehicle is not recommended.
RECREATIONAL TOWING (BEHIND
MOTORHOME, ETC.)
Towing This Vehicle Behind Another Vehicle
This vehicle may be recreationally towed (flat towed) at
any legal highway speed, for any distance, if the
transmission is in NEUTRAL. This vehicle may also be
towed on a flatbed or vehicle trailer, provided all four
wheels areOFFthe ground.
CAUTION!
•Do not dolly tow this vehicle. Use of a towing
dolly can cause significant damage to your ve-
hicle. Damage from improper towing is not cov-
ered under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
• Towing this vehicle in violation of the above
requirements can cause severe transmission dam-
age. Damage from improper towing is not cov-
ered.
Towing Condition Wheels OFF The Ground Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission
Flat Tow NoneTransmission in NEUTRAL
Dolly Tow FrontNOT ALLOWED
Rear NOT ALLOWED
On Trailer AllOK
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DRIVING TIPS
Driving On Slippery Surfaces
Information in this section will aid in safe controlled
launches in adverse conditions.
Acceleration
Rapid acceleration on snow covered, wet, or other
slippery surfaces may cause the driving wheels to pull
erratically to the right or left. This phenomenon occurs
when there is a difference in the surface traction under
the rear (driving) wheels.
WARNING!
Rapid acceleration on slippery surfaces is danger-
ous. Unequal traction can cause sudden pulling of
the rear wheels. You could lose control of the
vehicle and possibly have a collision. Accelerate
slowly and carefully whenever there is likely to be
poor traction (ice, snow, wet, mud, loose sand, etc.).
Traction
When driving on wet or slushy roads, it is possible for
a wedge of water to build up between the tire and road
surface. This is known as hydroplaning and may causepartial or complete loss of vehicle control and stopping
ability. To reduce this possibility, the following precau-
tions should be observed:
•
Slow down during rainstorms or when the roads are
slushy.
• Slow down if the road has standing water or
puddles.
• Replace tires when tread wear indicators first become
visible.
• Keep tires properly inflated.
• Maintain sufficient distance between your vehicle
and the vehicle in front of you to avoid a collision in
a sudden stop.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Limited Slip
Differential (LSD) that reduces, but does not eliminate,
the amount of wheel slip across a given axle for
improved handling.
Driving Through Water
Driving through water more than a few inches/
centimeters deep will require extra caution to ensure
safety and prevent damage to your vehicle.
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Front Light Clusters
The front head lamp contains bulbs for the parking
lights/daytime running lights (DRL), low beam head-
lights, high beam headlights and direction indicators.
If bulb replacement is required, please see an autho-
rized dealer.Side Lights/Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
These are LEDs. For the replacement, contact an autho-
rized dealer.
Low/High Beam Bi-Halogen Headlights
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
1. Turn the steering wheel completely.
2. Open the protective flap by rotating the screw.
Headlight
1 — Daytime Running Lights
2 — Direction Indicator
3 — High/Low Beam Lights
Front Fender Liner
1 — Direction Indicator Bulb Protective Flap
2 — Headlamp Bulb Protective Flap
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Low/High Beam HID & LED Headlights
For the replacement, contact an authorized dealer.
Direction Indicators
Front:
1. Turn the steering wheel completely.
2. Open the protective flap by rotating the screw.3. Remove protective cover from headlamp assembly.
4. Rotate the bulb holder counterclockwise and remove
it.
5. Rotate the bulb assembly counter clockwise to re- move from bulb holder.
6. Install the new bulb, making sure that it is locked in correctly, and reinstall into headlamp assembly.
7. Reinstall protective cover in the headlamp assembly and close the protective flap.
Front Fender Liner
1 — Direction Indicator Bulb Protective Flap
2 — Headlamp Bulb Protective Flap
Protective Cover
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Side:
1. Compress the retaining clip, then pull the sidemarker assembly outwards.
2. Turn the bulb holder counterclockwise, remove the bulb and replace it. 3. Install the bulb holder in the lens and turn it clock-
wise.
4. Install the cluster making sure that the internal clip clicks into position.
Front Side Marker
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
1. Turn the front wheels to gain access and then removethe fastener from the inner wheel liner.
2. Fold back wheel liner door to access bulb housing.
Side Direction Indicator
1 — Lens
2 — Bulb Holder
Bulb Housing Location
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