112)Do not shift the gear lever to N
(Neutral) and do not stop the engine when
driving on a downhill road. This type of
driving is dangerous and reduces the
possibility of intervening in the case of
variation of the road traffic or surface. You
risk losing control of your vehicle and
causing accidents.
IMPORTANT
38)Before selecting P (Park) mode, bring the
ignition device to position ON and press the
brake pedal. Otherwise, the gear lever may
get damaged.
39)Engage reverse only with the car
stationary, engine at idling speed and
accelerator fully released.
"ALFA DNA™"SYSTEM
"ALFA DNA™"SYSTEM
This device allows, using the selector (on
the central tunnel) fig. 98, different car
response modes to be selected according
to driving style and road conditions:
d = Dynamic (sports driving mode)
n = Normal (mode for driving in normal
conditions)
a = Advanced Efficiency (ECO driving
mode for maximum fuel savings)
When the engine is stopped, the selector
always returns to “n” (Normal) mode.
DRIVING MODES
"Dynamic" Mode
On/off
It is activated by rotating the selector to
the letter "d", the displays light up in red.To deactivate the Dynamic mode, move
the selector to "n", Normal mode.
"Normal" Mode
On/off
It is activated by rotating the selector to
the letter "n", the displays light up in blue.
To deactivate the Normal mode, move
the selector to another mode ("d" or "a").
"Advanced Efficiency" Mode
On/off
It is activated by rotating the selector to
the letter "a", the displays light up in
green.
To deactivate the Advanced Efficiency
mode, move the selector to "n", Normal
mode.
IMPORTANT NOTES
The selector will always be positioned
in Normal “n” mode when the engine is
started.
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The table below shows the approximate
distances for each area fig. 114:
AreaDistance from the
rear part of the car
Red 0-1ft(0–30cm)
Y
ellow 1 - 3.3 ft (30 cm-1m)
Green 3.3 ft (1 m) or more
IMPORTANT When parking, take the
utmost care over obstacles that may be
above or under the camera range.
WARNING
124)Parking and other potentially
dangerous manoeuvres are, however,
always the driver’s responsibility. While
carrying out these manoeuvres, always
make sure that no people (especially
children) or animals are in the area
concerned. The camera is an aid for the
driver, but the driver must never allow
his/her attention to lapse during potentially
dangerous manoeuvres, even those
executed at low speeds. Always keep a slow
speed, so as to promptly brake in the case of
obstacles.
IMPORTANT
57)It is vital, for correct operation, that the
camera is always kept clean and free from
any mud, dirt, snow or ice. Be careful not to
scratch or damage the camera while cleaning
it. Avoid using dry, rough or hard cloths. The
camera must be washed using clean water,
with the addition of car shampoo if
necessary. In washing stations which use
steam or high-pressure jets, clean the
camera quickly, keeping the nozzle more
than 10 cm away from the sensors. Also, do
not apply stickers to the camera.
REFUELLING THE VEHICLE
125) 126) 127)
Always stop the engine before refuelling.
PETROL ENGINES
Only use unleaded petrol with a number
of octanes (R.O.N.) not lower than 91
(EN228 specification).
DIESEL ENGINES
Only use automotive diesel fuel
(EN590 and EN16734 specifications).
Operation at low temperatures
If the outside temperature is very low,
Diesel thickens due to the formation of
paraffin clots with consequent defective
operation of the fuel supply system.
In order to avoid these problems,
different types of diesel are distributed
according to the season: summer type,
winter type and arctic type (cold,
mountain areas).
In the event of refuelling with diesel
which is unsuitable for the operating
temperature, it is advisable to mix the
diesel with a specific additive,
introducing it to the tank before the
anti-freeze and then the diesel.
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REFUELLING PROCEDURE
The fuel flap is unlocked when the central
door locking system is released, while it
is automatically locked when the central
locking system is applied.
Opening the flap
To refuel proceed as follows:
open flap 1fig. 115, pressing on the
point shown by the arrow fig. 116;
remove the closing cap 2 fig. 115;
put the cap back in position;
introduce the dispenser in the filler 3
fig. 115 and refuel;
after refuelling, before removing the
dispenser, wait for at least 10 seconds in
order for the fuel to flow inside the tank;
then remove the dispenser from the
filler, close the cap and then close the
flap.The refuelling procedure described
previously is illustrated on the label
applied inside the fuel flap.
The label also has the fuel type
(UNLEADED FUEL = petrol; DIESEL =
diesel fuel) and the symbol that certifies
compliance with the EN228 (petrol),
EN590 and EN16734 (diesel) standards,
fig. 117.TOPPING UP AdBlue® DIESEL
EMISSIONS ADDITIVE
(2.2 JTD versions only)
128)
Preliminary conditions
Proceed as follows:
park the car on level ground;
switch off the engine by turning the
ignition device to STOP;
open the fuel flap 1 fig. 115, then undo
and remove the cap 4 (blue) from the
AdBlue® filler and place it in the specific
housing (the same one used for housing
the fuel cap 2, see fig. 115 ).
Refilling with nozzles
You can fill up at any AdBlue® distributor.
Proceed as follows:
insert the AdBlue® nozzle in the filler,
start refilling and stop refilling at the first
shut-off (the shut-off indicates that the
AdBlue® tank is full). Do not proceed with
the refilling, to prevent spillage of
AdBlue®;
extract the nozzle.
Refilling with containers
Proceed as follows:
check the expiration date;
read the advice for use on the label
before pouring the content of the bottle
into the AdBlue® tank;
if systems which cannot be screwed in
(e.g. tanks) are used for refilling, after the
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indication appears on the instrument
panel display (see “Warning lights and
messages" paragraph in the “Knowing the
instrument panel” chapter), fill the
AdBlue® tank with at least 1.11 UK gal –
5 litres;
if containers which can be screwed to
the filler are used, the reservoir is full
when the AdBlue® level in the container
stops pouring out. Do not proceed
further.
Operations after refilling
Proceed as follows:
fit the cap 4 fig. 115 back on the
AdBlue®filler by turning it clockwise and
screwing it completely;
set the ignition device to ON (it is not
necessary to start the engine);
wait for the indication on the
instrument panel to switch off before
moving the car. The indication may stay
on for a few seconds to approximately
half a minute. If the engine is started and
the car is moved, the indication will
remain on for longer. This will not
compromise engine operation;
if the AdBlue® was topped up when the
tank was empty, see the “Refuelling ”
paragraph in the “Technical
Specifications” chapter and wait for
2 minutes before starting the engine.
IMPORTANT If AdBlue® is spilled out of
the filler neck, clean up well the area andproceed to filling up again. If the liquid
crystallises, eliminate it with a sponge
and warm water.
IMPORTANT
If AdBlue® is spilled on painted
surfaces or aluminium, immediately
clean the area with water and use
absorbent material to collect the fluid
that has been spilled on the ground.
Do not try to start the engine if
AdBlue® was accidentally added to the
Diesel fuel tank, this can result in
serious engine damage, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
Do not add additives or other fluids
to AdBlue®, doing so could damage the
system.
The use of non-conforming or
degraded AdBlue® may lead to
indications appearing on the
instrument panel display (see “Warning
lights and messages" paragraph in the
“Knowing the instrument panel”
chapter).
Never pour AdBlue® into another
container: it could be contaminated.
In case of damage to the sewage
system of exhaust gas resulting from
the use of additives / tap water, the
introduction of diesel fuel, or at least
by not fulfilling the requirements, the
warranty expires.
If the AdBlue® runs out, see “Warning
lights and messages" paragraph in the
“Knowing the instrument panel”
chapter to continue using the car
normally.
The AdBlue® level is not updated if
the car is parked on a sloping road.
Fuels - identification of vehicle
compatibility. Graphic symbol for
consumer information in accordance
with EN16942
The symbols, shown below, make it easier
to recognise the correct fuel type to use
with your car.
Before refuelling, check the symbols
(where provided) inside the fuel filler flap
and compare them with the symbols
shown on the fuel pump (where provided).
Symbols for petrol powered cars
E5: unleaded petrol containing up to
2.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum
5.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with the
EN228 specification.
E10: unleaded petrol containing up to
3.7% (m/m) oxygen and with maximum
10.0% (V/V) ethanol compliant with the
EN228 specification.
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128)If the AdBlue overheats for a
prolonged period inside the tank to over 50
°C (for example, due to direct solar
irradiation), the AdBlue may decompose and
produce ammonia vapours. Ammonia
vapours have a pungent odour when the cap
of the AdBlue tank is unscrewed, therefore
be careful not to inhale any ammonia
vapours in the tank outlet. In this
concentration, however, the ammonia
vapors are not harmful or dangerous to
health.AdBlue® (UREA) ADDITIVE FOR
DIESEL EMISSIONS
(2.2 JTD versions only)
The car is equipped with an UREA
injection system and Selective Catalytic
Reduction to meet emission standards.
These two systems ensure compliance
with the diesel emissions requirements;
at the same time, they ensure
fuel-efficiency, handling, torque and
power. For messages and system
warnings, refer to the "Warning lights and
messages" paragraph in the "Knowing the
instrument panel" chapter.
AdBlue® (UREA) is considered a very
stable product with a long shelf life.
Stored at temperatures LOWER than
89.6° F (32 °C), it has a shelf life of at
least one year.
For more information on the AdBlue®
liquid type, see the “Fluids and lubricants”
paragraph in the “Technical
specifications” chapter.
The car is provided with an automatic
AdBlue® heating system when the engine
starts allowing the system to work
correctly at temperatures lower than
-11 °C.
IMPORTANT AdBlue® freezes at
temperatures lower than 12.2 °F (-11 °C).
SUGGESTIONS FOR DRIVING
SAVING FUEL
Below are some suggestions which may
help you save fuel and thus lower the
amount of harmful emissions released
into the atmosphere.
Vehicle maintenance
Checks and operations should be carried
out in accordance with the "Scheduled
Servicing Plan" (see chapter
"Maintenance and care").
Tyres
Check the tyre pressures at least once
every four weeks: if the pressure is too
low, consumption levels increase as
resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot.
The weight of the vehicle and its
arrangement greatly affect fuel
consumption and stability.
Electric devices
Use electrical devices only for the
amount of time needed. The heated rear
window, additional headlights, screen
wipers and heater fan require a
considerable amount of energy;
increasing the current uptake increases
fuel consumption (by up to +25% in an
urban cycle).
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64)Do not connect the cable to the negative
terminal (–) of the flat battery. The following
spark could lead to battery explosion and
cause serious harm. Only use the specific
earth point; do not use any other exposed
metallic part.FUEL CUT-OFFSYSTEM
DESCRIPTION
The vehicle is equipped with a system
that cuts off the fuel supply in the event
of an impact, causing the engine to stop.
This safety device is controlled by the
ORC control unit, which manages all the
occupant protection systems. Depending
on the type and violence of the impact,
this control unit determines whether or
not to activate the airbags and the front
seatbelt pretensioners and whether or
not to immediately interrupt the current
from the batteries to the supply pumps
and to the devices that make the engine
operate. The power from the battery is
interrupted by "skipping" the pyrotechnic
fuse placed on the fusebox next to the
positive pole of the battery.
When the fuse is "skipped", only some
services, necessary for the safety of the
vehicle (eg: door locks, anti-theft device,
etc.), remain powered.
IMPORTANT After the impact, carefully
check the vehicle for fuel leaks, for
instance in the engine compartment,
under the vehicle or near the tank area.
IMPORTANT Contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership to have the system checked.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
GEAR LEVER UNLOCKING
(where provided)
To release the automatic transmission
lever, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
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IN AN EMERGENCY
FUEL CONSUMPTION AND CO2EMISSIONS
The fuel consumption and CO2emission figures declared by the manufacturer are determined on the basis of the type-approval
tests laid down by the applicable standards in the country where the vehicle is registered.
The type of route, traffic conditions, weather conditions, driving style, general condition of the car, trim level/equipment/
accessories, use of the climate control system, car load, presence of roof racks and other situations that adversely affect the
aerodynamics or wind resistance lead to different fuel consumption values than those measured. The fuel consumption will only
become more regular after driving the first 3000 km.
To find the specific fuel consumption and CO
2emission figures for this car, please refer to the data in the Certificate of Conformity,
and the related documentation that accompanies the vehicle.
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TECHNICAL DATA
Fuel consumption............200
Fuel cut-off system...........156
Fuse boxes................146
Fuses (replacement)...........146
Hazard warning lights..........140
Emergency braking..........140
Headlight alignment adjustment....30
Headlight alignment corrector......30
Headrests..................23
HSA (Hill Start Assist) system......73
Identification data............182
Ignition device...............13
Important information and
recommendations..........221
Interior lights................31
Interiors (cleaning)............179
ISOFIX child restraint system
(installation)...............94
Jump starting...............155
Keys
electronic key..............12
Lane Change................29
Lane Departure Warning System . . .130
Lifting the vehicle............176
Light bulbs
types of bulbs.............141
Light switch.................26
Main beam headlights..........28Main beam headlights (changing a
bulb)...................143
Manual gearbox..............114
Occupant protection systems......85
Paintwork (cleaning and
maintenance).............178
Park Sensors system..........128
Parking lights................28
Parking the vehicle............111
Passive Entry (system)..........16
PBA (Panic Brake Assist) system....73
Performance (top speed)........198
Power Lock (device)............17
Pretensioners................88
Load limiters..............88
Rain sensor.................32
RCP system.................77
Rear Back-up Camera / Dynamic
Gridlines................131
Rear seats..................21
Rear view mirrors.............25
Reconfigurable TFT display.......46
Refuelling.................192
Refuelling procedure..........133
Refuelling the vehicle..........132
Replacing an external bulb.......143
Rims and tyres..............186
Rims and tyres provided........186
Roof rack / Ski rack............41Run Flat Tyres . ..............153
Saving fuel................136
SBA (Seat Belt Alert) system......87
SBL function . . ..............30
Scheduled servicing...........160
Scheduled servicing plan (2.2 JTD
diesel engine versions) . . ......164
Screen wiper/washer...........31
Smart washing function........32
Seat belts..................85
Seats.....................19
Service schedule (2.0 T4 MAir
petrol engine versions) . . ......161
Servicing procedures..........174
Side bag..................106
Snow chains................177
Speed Limiter . ..............119
Split folding rear seat...........22
SRS (supplementary restraint
system).................102
Start & Stop Evo.............118
Starting the engine............110
Starting with flat key battery......14
Steering lock . . ..............14
Steering wheel...............24
Suggestions for driving .........136
Symbols....................5
Tailgate...................39
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