2020 Alfa Romeo 4C sensor

KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL TOOLS
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Warning lights on panelMeaningWhat to do
In any situation in which the message is “See manual”, it is
ESSENTIAL to refer to the contents of the “Wheels”
paragraph in the “Technical data” chapter, strictly
complying with the indications that you find there.
Low tyre pressure - See manual
The warning light switches on, together with a dedicated
message on the display, to indicate that the tyre pressure
is lower than the recommended value and/or that slow
pressure loss is occurring. In these circumstances, optimal
tyre duration and fuel consumption may not be
guaranteed.
Should two or more tyres be in the condition mentioned
above, the display will show the indications corresponding
to each tyre in sequence.
Contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as
possible. TPMS system fault
The warning light switches on when a fault is detected in
the TPMS.
Should one or more wheels be fitted without sensors, the
display will show a warning message until initial conditions
are restored.IMPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or more flat
tyres as handling may be compromised. Stop the vehicle,
avoiding sharp braking and steering. Repair immediately
using the dedicated kit (see “Repairing a wheel” paragraph
in the “In an emergency” chapter) and contact the
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible. TPMS SYSTEM

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Warning lights on panelMeaningWhat to do
FUEL RESERVE / LIMITED RANGE
The digital warning light switches on in the display when
there is approximately 4 - 5 litres of fuel left in the tank.
FUEL RESERVE SENSOR / LIMITED RANGE FAULT
The digital warning light switches on in the display when a
fuel reserve sensor fault is detected.
The associated message appears on the display.
CRUISE CONTROL
(where provided)
The digital warning light comes on when the key is turned
to MAR, but should go out after a few seconds if the
Cruise Control function is off.
The warning light comes on when the Cruise Control wheel
is turned to the ON position (see the “Cruise Control”
paragraph in this chapter).
The associated message appears on the display.
MIRROR DEMISTING / DEFROSTING
The digital warning lights switches on in the display when
the button located on the control panel is pressed.
Contact a dedicated
Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
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46
Warning lights on panelMeaningWhat to do
GENERIC FAILURE INDICATION
(where provided)
The symbol appears on the display together with the
events shown below.
Engine oil pressure sensor
The symbol appears when a failure is detected in the
engine oil pressure sensor. The display shows the
dedicated message.In this case, go to a dedicated
Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to have the
fault corrected.
Clutch overheating message
The
symbol, together with a message on the display,
lights up to indicate clutch overheating.
If you continue driving, the symbol
will disappear and
the warning light will come on (on some versions
together with a message on the display) to indicate a
gearbox fault.
If the symbol comes on together with a message on
the display, limit the gear shifting and/or change the
condition of use, until normal operating conditions are
restored.
If the warning light lights up (a message will appear on
the display, on some versions) stop immediately, operate
the handbrake, switch off the engine and wait 5 minutes:
after this, normal transmission operating conditions will
be restored.
Should the transmission failure condition persist, contact
the dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM
The symbol and the corresponding message are shown on
the display in the following cases:
❒ fuel cut-off system intervention:
the yellow symbol lights up;
❒ fuel cut-off system failure:
the red symbol lights up.For reactivating the fuel cut-off system, refer to the
description in the
“Fuel cut-off system” section in the “In an emergency”
chapter. If it is not possible to restore the fuel supply,
contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
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Warning lights on panelMeaningWhat to do
BOOT OPEN
The symbol and the corresponding message are shown on
the display.
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
The symbol and corresponding message appear on the
display when the outside temperature is below or equal to
3°C.
IMPORTANT In the event of outside temperature sensor
failure, the digits that indicate the value are replaced by
dashes.
BRAKE LIGHT FAULT
The symbol and the corresponding message are shown on
the the display when a brake light fault is
detected.The fault may be caused by a burnt bulb, a blown
protection fuse or an interruption of the electric
connection.
PARKING SENSOR FAULT
The symbol and corresponding message appear on the
display if there is a parking sensor failure.
DISPLAY OF SELECTED DRIVING MODE
(Alfa DNA system)
A letter (d, n, or a) corresponding to the active driving
mode (dynamic or race, normal, all weather) and an
associated message are shown on the display.
R
T
t

SAFETY
54 The TPMS uses wireless devices with
electronic sensors mounted on the wheel
rims to constantly monitor the value of
tyre pressure.

The sensors mounted on each wheel as
part of the valve stem transmit various
information of the tyres to the receiver
module, in order to calculate the
pressure.
IMPORTANT Monitoring and maintaining
the correct pressure in all four tyres are
particularly important.
Tyre pressure monitoring system
low pressure warnings
43) 44) 45) 46) 47) 48) 49) 50) 51)
The system warns the driver if one or
more tyres are flat by switching on the
nwarning light constantly and by
displaying a dedicated messages.
In this case, stop the car as soon as
possible, check the inflation pressure of
each tyre and inflate to the cold tyre
pressure value prescribed for the car.
The system will automatically update
and after receiving the pressure update
the tyre pressure warning light switches
off.
You may need to drive the car for about
20 minutes at a speed higher than 20
km/h to allow the system to receive this
information.
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TPMS operation faults
The system fault is indicated by the
dedicated warning light
nwhich first
flashes for 75 seconds and then stays on
steadily. This can occur in any of the
following situations:
❒ Interference caused by electronic
devices or radio frequency emissions
similar to those of the TPMS sensors.
❒ Application of tinted films which
interfere with the signals of the radio
waves.
❒ Presence of snow or ice on the wheels
or the wheel arches.
❒ Use of snow chains.
❒ Use of wheels/tyres not equipped
with TPMS sensors.

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OperationSensor presence on wheel
installed on vehicleFault indicationAction needed
–
Wheel replacement with
winter tyres
Wheel replacement wit
winter tyres
Wheel replacement with others of
different size (*)–
NO
YES
YESYES
SI
NO
NOContact a dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership
Contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership
–
–
(*) Shown as an alternative in the Owner Handbook or on the registration certificate;
available at Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo. In order to use the system properly, refer to the following table when you have to change wheels/tyres:

SAFETY
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43)The presence of the TPMS does not
permit the driver to neglect regular
checks of the tyre pressure, including for
the spare wheel.
44)Tyre pressure must be checked with
tyres rested and cold. Should it become
necessary for whatever reason to check
pressure with warm tyres, do not reduce
pressure even though it is higher than the
prescribed value. Repeat the check when
the tyres are cold.
45)Should one or more wheels be fitted
without sensors, the system will no longer
be available and, in addition to the TPMS
warning light flashing for less than one
minute before becoming constant, a
warning message will be shown on the
display, until 4 wheels with sensors are
fitted again.
46)The TPMS cannot warn of sudden
decreases in tyre pressure (for example
when a tyre bursts). In this case, stop the
car, braking with caution and avoiding
abrupt steering.
47)Replacing standard tyres with winter
tyres (and vice versa) requires TPMS
adjustment that must only be performed
by a dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
IMPORTANT48)Changes in outside temperature may
cause tyre pressures to vary. The TPMS
system may temporarily indicate
insufficient pressure. In this case, check
the tyre pressure when cold and, if
necessary, restore the inflation values.
49)When a tyre is removed, it is
advisable to replace the rubber valve seal
as well: contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership. Tyre and/or rim
fitting/removal operations require
specific precautions; to avoid damaging
or fitting the sensors incorrectly, tyre
and/or rim fitting/removal operations
should only be carried out by specialised
staff. Contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
50)Strong radio-frequency interference
could inhibit the regular operation of the
TPMS. This condition will be indicated by
a message on the display. The message
will disappear automatically as soon as
the radio-frequency interference ceases
to affect the system.51)The tyre repair kit (“Fix&Go
Automatic”) provided with the car (where
provided) is compatible with the TPMS
sensors; using sealants not equivalent
with that in the original kit may adversely
affect its operation. If sealants not
equivalent with the original one are used,
it is recommended to have the TPMS
sensors checked by a qualified repair
centre.

STARTING AND DRIVING
STARTING THE ENGINE........................................................................................ 68
PARKING .......................................................................................................................69
TCT TWIN CLUTCH TRANSMISSION ............................................................ 70
CRUISE CONTROL.................................................................................................... 75
PARKING SENSORS ............................................................................................... 77
REFUELLING THE CAR ......................................................................................... 79
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