IMPORTANT DO NOT accelerate while
shifting from position P (or N) to another
position.
IMPORTANT After selecting a gear, wait
a few seconds before accelerating. This
precaution is particularly important with
a cold engine.
AutoStick - Manual (sequential)
shifting mode
In the case of frequent gearshifting (e.g.
for sport driving, when the vehicle is
driven with a heavy load, on slopes, with
strong headwind or when towing heavy
trailers), it is recommended to use the
Autostick (sequential shifting) mode to
select and keep a lower fixed ratio.
In these conditions, the use of a lower
gear improves vehicle performance,
preventing overheating.
It is possible to shift from D mode (Drive)
to sequential mode regardless of vehicle
speed.
Activation
Starting from D (Drive) mode, to activate
the sequential drive mode, move the
lever to the left (– and + indication of the
trim). The gear engaged will be shown on
the display.
Gearshifting is made by moving the gear
lever forwards, towards symbol – or
backwards, towards symbol +.Steering wheel stalks
(where provided)
The gear can also be manually shifted by
using the levers behind the steering
wheel. Pull the right shift lever (+)
towards the steering wheel and release it
to engage a higher gear; perform the
same operation with the left lever (-) to
engage a lower gear fig. 99.
To engage N (Neutral): pull
simultaneously both levers.
To activate D (Drive) mode, from N
(Neutral), P (Parking) and R (Reverse):
push the brake pedal and the right lever
(+).
IMPORTANT If only one manual shift is
necessary, the letter D will remain on the
display with the engaged gear next to it.
Deactivation
To deactivate the sequential drivingmode, bring the gear lever back in
position D (Drive) ("automatic" driving
mode).
TRANSMISSION EMERGENCY
FUNCTION
(where provided)
Transmission operation is constantly
monitored to detect any fault. If a
condition that might damage the
transmission is detected, the
"transmission emergency" function is
activated.
In this condition, the transmission stays
in 4
thgear, regardless of the selected
gear. The P (Parking), R (Reverse) and N
(Neutral) modes continue to work.
The
symbol might light up in the
display.
In the event of a "transmission
emergency" immediately contact the
nearest Alfa Romeo Dealership.
Temporary failure
If the warning light turns on, the failure
may be temporary, in which case, proceed
as follows to restore correct
transmission operation:
stop the vehicle;
engage P (Park) mode;
bring the ignition device to STOP;
wait for about 10 seconds, then
restart the engine;
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A punctured tyre or a burnt-out bulb?
At times, a problem may interfere with our journey.
The pages on emergencies can help you to deal with critical
situations independently and with calm.
In an emergency we recommend that you call the freephone
number found in the Warranty Booklet.
You can also use the universal, national or international freephone
number to find your nearest Alfa Romeo Dealership.
IN AN EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS.......................146
CHANGING A BULB............................146
REPLACING FUSES . ...........................151
CHANGING A WHEEL ...........................157
TIRE REPAIR KIT . .............................160
RUN FLAT TYRES.............................163
JUMP STARTING..............................163
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM . ........................165
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEAR LEVER UNLOCKING.....165
BROKEN-DOWN VEHICLE TOWING..................166
TOWING THE VEHICLE..........................166
BROKEN-DOWN VEHICLE
TOWING
REAR WHEEL DRIVE (RWD) VERSIONS
It is recommended to tow the vehicle
with all four wheels lifted from the
ground on the platform of a roadside
assistance vehicle.
If a breakdown truck with platform is not
available, the vehicle must be towed with
the rear wheels LIFTED from the ground
(using a trailer or special equipment
allowing lifting of the rear wheels).
IMPORTANT Towing vehicles without
complying with the above mentioned
prescriptions can cause serious damage
to the vehicle.FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) VERSIONS
It is recommended to tow the vehicle
with all four wheels lifted from the
ground on the platform of a roadside
assistance vehicle.
IMPORTANT Avoid lifting the front (or
rear) wheels only, using a trailer or
vehicle that allows lifting the wheels of
one axle only. Lifting the front (or rear)
wheels only while towing might damage
the transmission or the transfer unit.
IMPORTANT If a vehicle is towed without
complying with the above requirements,
the transmission and/or the transfer unit
might be seriously damaged. Damage due
to incorrect towing is not covered by
warranty.
TOWING THE VEHICLE
163) 164)
In order to be able to tow the vehicle,
which has been in an accident or has
broken down, on the road surface and
only for short distances, a tow hook is
provided in the tools container inside the
boot.
Proceed as follows to use the tow hook:
unhook the cap fig. 169 on the front or
rear bumper (where provided)
fig. 170 pressing on the upper part;
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IN AN EMERGENCY
Emergency braking..........146
HDC (system)................74
Head restraints...............23
Headlight alignment adjustment....30
Headlight alignment corrector......30
HSA (Hill Start Assist) system......73
Identification data............192
Ignition device...............13
Interior lights................31
ISOFIX child restraint system
(installation)...............95
Jump starting............163 ,164
Keys
Electronic key..............12
Lane Change................29
Lane Departure Warning System . . .129
Lifting the vehicle............187
Light bulbs
Types of bulbs.............147
Light switch.................26
Luggage compartment tailgate.....39
Main beam headlights..........28
Main beam headlights (changing a
bulb)...................149
Occupant protection systems......86
Paintwork (cleaning and
maintenance).............189
Park Sensors system..........127
Parking lights................28Parking the vehicle............111
Passive Entry (system)..........16
PBA (Panic Brake Assist) system....73
Performance (top speed)........208
Power Lock (device)............17
Pre-tensioners...............89
Load limiters..............89
Prescriptions for handling the car
at the end of its life..........210
Rain sensor.................32
RCP system.................78
Rear Back-up Camera / Dynamic
Gridlines................130
Rear seats..................21
Rear view mirrors.............24
Rear window wiper/washer.......32
Reconfigurable TFT display.......46
Refuelling.................202
Refuelling procedure..........131
Refuelling the vehicle..........131
Replacing an external bulb.......149
Rims and tyres..............195
Rims and tyres provided........196
Run Flat Tyres...............163
Saving fuel................136
SBA (Seat Belt Alert) system......88
Scheduled servicing...........170
Scheduled servicing plan (2.2 JTD
diesel engine versions)........174Screen wiper/washer...........31
Smart washing function........32
Seat belts..................86
Seats.....................19
Service schedule (2.0 T4 MAir
petrol engine versions)........171
Servicing procedures..........185
Side bag..................107
Side lights..................27
Snow chains................188
Speed Limiter . ..............118
SRS (supplementary restraint
system).................103
Start & Stop Evo.............117
Starting the engine............110
Starting with flat key battery......13
Steering lock . . ..............13
Steering wheel...............23
Steering wheel controls .........217
Suggestions for driving .........136
Symbols....................5
TC (Traction Control) system......73
TFT Display (3.5”) . ............44
TFT Display (7”)...............45
The keys...................12
Tire Repair Kit . ..............160
Topping up AdBlue® (UREA) diesel
emissions additive..........132
Towing the vehicle . ...........166
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