2019 Alfa Romeo Giulia Owner's Manual

INTERIOR LIGHTS
FRONT CEILING LIGHT
Switch 1 fig. 35 switches on/off light
8.
Switch 2 is used to switch the rear
ceiling lights on/off.
Switch 3 switches on/off all light
inside the ceiling lights (front and rear) in
the passenger's compartment.
Switch 4 activates or deactivates the
ceiling light 6, 7, 8 switching on/off upon
opening/closing the doors. Lights switch
on/off progressively.
Switch 5 switches on/off light 6.
WINDSCREEN WIPER
SCREEN WIPER/WASHER
7) 8)
This operates only with the ignition
device at ON.
Ring nut fig. 36 can be set to the
following positions:
windscreen wiper off.
rotating the ring nut to the first
position activates the first
sensitivity level of the rain sensor.
rotating the ring nut to the second
position activates the second
sensitivity level of the rain sensor.
rotating the ring nut to the third
position activates the first
continuous speed level of the
windscreen wipers in manual mode.
rotating the ring nut to the fourth
position activates the second
continuous speed level of the
windscreen wipers in manual mode.
Move the stalk upwards (unstable
position) to activate the MIST function:
operation is limited to the time for which
the stalk is held in this position. When
released, the stalk will return to its
default position and the windscreen
wiper will be automatically stopped. This
function is useful to remove small
deposits of dust from the windscreen, or
morning dew.
IMPORTANT This function does not
activate the windscreen washer;
windscreen washer fluid will not
therefore be sprayed onto the
windscreen. To spray windscreen washer
fluid onto the windscreen, the washing
function must be used.
With ring nut in position
or, the
windscreen wiper will automatically
adapt its operating speed to the speed of
the vehicle.
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“Smart washing” function
Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel
(unstable position) to operate the
windscreen washer.
Keep the stalk pulled to activate both the
windscreen washer jet and the
windscreen wiper with a single
movement; the latter turns on
automatically.
The windscreen wiper stops working
three strokes after the stalk is released.
A further stroke after approx. 6 seconds
completes the wiping cycle.RAIN SENSOR
This is located behind the interior rear
view mirror, in contact with the
windscreen and can detect the presence
of rain and, consequently, manage the
cleaning of the windscreen in accordance
with the amount of water on the screen.
Activation/deactivation
9) 10)
Rotating the ring nut fig. 36 to position
oractivates the rain sensor.
The activation of the sensor is signalled
by a flick of the wiper (indicating that the
command has been acquired).
To deactivate the system, use ring nut
fig. 36 or turn the ignition device to STOP.
19)
WARNING
19)Make sure the device is switched off
whenever the windscreen must be cleaned.
IMPORTANT
7)Never use the windscreen wipers to
remove layers of snow or ice from the
windscreen. In such conditions, the
windscreen wiper may be subjected to
excessive stress and the motor cut-out
switch, which prevents operation for a few
seconds, may intervene. If operation is not
subsequently restored, even after restarting
the engine, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
8)Do not operate the windscreen wiper with
the blades lifted from the windscreen.
9)Do not activate the rain sensor when
washing the car in an automatic car wash.
10)Make sure the device is switched off if
there is ice on the windscreen.
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CLIMATE CONTROL
AUTOMATIC DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE CONTROLSYSTEM
2)
Controls
1. Driver side temperature adjustment knob; 2. Driver side AUTO function activation button (automatic operation); 3. Driver's
side air distribution selection button; 4. MAX-DEF function activation button (rapid defrosting/demisting); 5. Fan speed
adjustment knob; 6. Heated rear window on/off button; 7. Passenger side air distribution selection button; 8. Passenger side
AUTO function activation button (automatic operation); 9. Passenger side temperature adjustment knob; 10. SYNC function
button (set temperature alignment) driver/passenger side; 11. Passenger side seat heater activation button; (where provided, see
chapter on seats); 12. Climate control compressor on/off button; 13. Steering wheel heater activation button; (where provided,
see chapter on steering wheel); 14. Driver side seat heater activation button; (where provided, see chapter on "Seats"); 15. On/
off button for internal air recirculation.
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Air flow to the windscreen and front
side window vents to
demist/defrost them.
Air flow at central and side
dashboard vents to ventilate the
chest and the face during the hot
season.
Air flow to the front and rear
footwell vents. This air distribution
setting heats the passenger
compartment most quickly, giving a
prompt sensation of warmth.
Air flow distributed between
footwell vents (hotter air) and
central and side dashboard vents
(cooler air). This air distribution
setting is useful in spring and
autumn on sunny days.
Air flow distributed between
footwell vents and windscreen and
front side window defrosting/
demisting vents. This distribution
setting allows the passenger
compartment to be warmed up
efficiently and prevents the
windows from misting up.
Air flow distribution between
windscreen demisting/defrosting
vents and side and central
dashboard vents. This allows air to
be sent to the windscreen in
conditions of strong sunlight.
Air flow distribution to all diffusers
on the vehicle.
In AUTO mode, the air conditioner
automatically manages the air
distribution. When set manually, the air
distribution is indicated by the respective
symbols on the Connect system display
switching on.
START & STOP EVO
The automatic dual zone climate control
system manages the Start & Stop Evo
(engine off when vehicle speed is 0 mph
(0 km/h)) to ensure adequate comfort
inside the vehicle.
In particular, the climate control system
turns off the Stop & Start Evo if:
the climate control system is in AUTO
mode (LED on the button switched on)
and the temperature conditions inside
the car are far from a comfort
temperature;
the climate control system is in LO
maximum cooling;
the climate control system is in the
MAX-DEF status.With Stop & Start Evo on (engine off and
vehicle speed equal to 0 mph (0 km/h)),
the flow is reduced as much as possible,
to maintain the passenger compartment
comfort conditions for longer.
IMPORTANT
2)The system uses R1234yf coolant gas,
which does not pollute the environment in the
event of accidental leakage. Under no
circumstances use R134a and R12 fluids,
which are incompatible with the components
of the system.
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WINDOW WINDERS
ELECTRIC WINDOWS
20)
They work with the ignition device in the
ON position and for about 3 minutes
after the ignition device has been turned
to the STOP position. When one of the
front doors is opened this operation is
disabled.
Driver side front door controls
The buttons are located on the door
panel trim. All windows can be controlled
from the driver side door panel fig. 38.
1: front left window opening/closing.
"Continuous automatic" operation during
window opening/closing stage and
anti-pinch system activated.
2: front right window opening/closing.
"Continuous automatic" operation during
window opening/closing stage and
anti-pinch system activated.
3: rear right window opening/closing.
"Continuous automatic" operation during
window opening/closing stage and
anti-pinch system activated.
4: enabling/disabling of rear door
electric window controls;
5: rear left window opening/closing.
"Automatic continuous" operation during
window opening/closing and anti-pinch
system activated.
Window opening
Push the buttons to open the desired
window.
Each button has two position steps.
Press gently (first position step) for
manual "burst" window travel, while
pressing the same button harder (second
position step) activates "continuous
automatic" operation.
If the button is pressed again, the window
will stop in the desired position.Window closing
Lift the buttons to close the desired
window.
The window closing stage occurs
following the same logic described for
the opening stage both of the front door
windows and the rear door windows.
Window anti-pinch safety device
This safety system can recognise the
presence of any obstacle during the
window closing movement. If this occurs,
the system stops the window's
movement and reverts it, depending on
its position.
The anti-pinch safety function is
activated both during the manual and the
automatic operation of the window.
Electric window system initialisation
If power supply is interrupted, the
electric window automatic operation
must be reinitialised.
To perform the initialization procedure,
which must be done on each door with the
doors closed, manually fully close the
window to be initialized.
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WARNING
20)Incorrect use of the electric windows
may be dangerous. Before and during
operation, always check that nobody is
exposed to the risk of being injured either
directly by the moving window or through
objects getting caught or hit by it.
ELECTRIC SUNROOF
(where provided)
21)
The electric sunroof comprises two glass
panels (the front one is mobile and the
rear one fixed) and is fitted with an
electrically operated front sun blind and a
manually operated rear sun blind.
Operation of the sunroof is only possible
with the ignition device at AVV.
The sun roof has three preset positions:
fully closed; comfort (intermediate
opening)l fully open.
IMPORTANT You cannot have the blind
closed when the roof is open.
OPENING
Press thesymbol on button 1 fig. 39:
the roof will open to the comfort position.
A second press will open it fully.
A long press of the same button will open
the roof until it is released, or if held
down, until it reaches the comfort
position. Use the button in the same way
to open the roof fully from that position.
11)
The automatic motion can be interrupted
in any position by pressing button
1 again.
If the electric blind is closed, the roof
opening control opens it too.
CLOSING
From the position of complete opening
press button 1 next to the
symbol:
the roof will close completely.
A long press of the same button moves
the roof until it is released.
The automatic motion can be interrupted
in any position by pressing button
1 again.
SWIVEL OPENING
To bring the roof into swivel position,
press and release the specific button 2
fig. 39.
This type of swivel opening can be
activated irrespective of the position of
the sunroof. When starting with the roof
in closed position, pressing the button
automatically causes its swivel-opening.
If the roof is already open, pressing the
button will open it to the swivel position.
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Pressing button 2 again during automatic
movement of the roof will stop it.
FRONT SUN BLIND ELECTRIC
MOVEMENT
The front sun blind is electrically
operated.
Press the
symbol on button 3 fig. 39:
to open the sun blinds.
Press button 3
symbol: to close the
sun blind.
The automatic motion can be interrupted
in any position by pressing button
3 again.
If the roof is open, the sun blind closing
control will also close the roof.
ANTI-PINCH SAFETY DEVICE
The sun roof has an anti-pinch safety
system capable of detecting the
presence of an obstacle during the
closing movement: if this happens, the
system intervenes and the movement of
the roof is immediately reversed into
opening.
INITIALISATION PROCEDURE
Automatic operation of the sunroof must
be initialised again in case of faulty
sunroof operation.
IMPORTANT The anti-pinch safety
function is deactivated during the
initialisation procedure.
Proceed as follows:
press button 1 next to thesymbol
to bring the roof into completely closed
position;
bring the ignition device to STOP and
wait at least 10 seconds. Then set the
ignition device to AVV and start the
engine;
press thesymbol on button 1 and
hold it down; after 10 seconds you will
hear the electric motors of the roof and
blind stop in sequence;
release the button and within
5 seconds, press the
symbol on
button 1 and hold it down (until the cycle
end): the roof will automatically perform
a complete open and close cycle (to
indicate that the initialisation has been
successful). If this does not occur, the
procedure must be restarted from the
beginning.
WARNING
21)When leaving the vehicle, make sure to
take the key with you to avoid the risk of
injury to those still inside the car due to
accidental operation of the sunroof.
Improper use of the roof can be dangerous.
Before and during operation, always check
that no-one is exposed to the risk of being
injured by the moving sunroof or by objects
getting caught or hit by it.
IMPORTANT
11)Do not open the sun roof if a roof rack or
crossbars are fitted. Do not open the sun
roof if there is snow or ice on it: you may
damage it.
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BONNET
OPENING
22) 23)
Proceed as follows:
inside the passenger compartment
pull the release lever, fig. 40 or fig. 41;
go to the outside of the car and
position yourself in front of the grille;
lift the bonnet slightly from right to
left as indicated on the unhooking
device's arrow, fig. 42;
raise the bonnet completely: the
operation is facilitated by the presence
of a gas shock absorber which holds it the
all open position.
Do not tamper with the shock absorber
and accompany the bonnet while lifting it.
CLOSING
22) 24)
To close, lower the bonnet to
approximately 16 in (40 centimetres)
from the engine compartment then let it
drop. Make sure that the bonnet is
completely closed and not only fastened
by the locking device by trying to open it.
If it is not perfectly closed, do not try to
press the bonnet down but open it and
repeat the procedure.
IMPORTANT Always check that the
bonnet is closed correctly to prevent it
from opening while the vehicle is
travelling. Since the bonnet is equipped
with a double locking system, one for
each side, you must check that it is closed
on both its side ends.
WARNING
22)Perform these operations only when the
car is stationary.
23)Use both hands to lift the bonnet. Before
lifting, check that the windscreen wiper arms
are not raised from the windscreen or in
operation, that the vehicle is stationary and
that the electric parking brake is engaged.
24)For safety reasons, the bonnet must
always be properly closed while the car is
travelling. Therefore, make sure that the
bonnet is properly closed and that the lock is
engaged. If you discover that the bonnet is
not perfectly closed during travel, stop
immediately and close the bonnet in the
correct manner.
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