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SCHEDULED SERVICING ................................................................................. 139
IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT ........................................................ 140
TECHNICAL DATA ................................................................................................ 142
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REMOVABLE SOFT TOP
135) 29)
The car is equipped with a soft top
fig. 109 that can be removed manually
and combines ease of use and total
protection against weather agents.
The soft top can be stored in a suitable
container inside the luggage
compartment after having been removed.
To remove the soft top, proceed as
follows:
❒ release the two central locking
devices 1 fig. 110 inside the car by
rotating them by ¼ turn anti-clockwise;
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❒ at the side of the car, with the door
open, press the rail downwards to de-
tension the soft top, then move the two
side devices 2 fig. 111 inwards and lift
the soft top end part releasing it from the
retainers;
❒ package the first side of the soft top
rolling it up to the centre line;
❒ proceed in the same way for the other
side of the soft top;
❒ remove the soft top with both sides
rolled and store it in the suitable
container inside the luggage
compartment.
❒ before placing it in the dedicated
container it is necessary to cover the
central pins 1 Fig. 112 with the
appropriate buffer included in the supply
to prevent damage to the soft top fabric
during the packaging.
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To position again the soft top on the car,
proceed as follows:
❒ open the doors;
❒ take the soft top from the luggage
compartment and place it in the centre
line; the front side can be recognised by
the presence of the safety visor fig. 110;
❒ unroll the soft top inserting it under
the spoiler and making sure that it is
correctly positioned;
❒ turn the rail upwards and insert in the
side centring pins of the soft top in the
respective housings
fig. 113 on the car being careful to insert
the front pin and the rear pin;❒ press the side devices 2 inwards
fig. 114 and turn the rail downwards;
❒ leave the handles and complete the
rail rotation pressing it until you hear the
closing click of the lock;
❒ check that the devices 2 are
completely closed fig. 115;
❒ proceed in the same way for the other
side of the soft top;
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❒ position the two central devices
1 fig. 110 in the suitable housing inside the
car and rotate them by ¼ turn clockwise
to lock them. Check the correct insertion of
the pins into their seats and make sure the
grab ring is in horizontal position.
The fixing is carried out correctly and the
soft top is ensured only when the ring is
located in a horizontal position
(not vertical, or at 45°).
IMPORTANT NOTES
❒ It is advisable to install the soft top
after parking the car.
The closed top effectively protects the
car from rain and from theft.
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❒ Do not fix a roof rack to the top.
❒ Do not remove ice from the soft top
with sharp items.
❒ Do not place objects on the soft top,
as they could fall causing damage or
injury.
❒ It is advisable to cover the top with a
protective sheet if the car is left parked
in the open for a long time.
❒ Do not keep the soft top folded for a
long time: this could cause folds and
creases in the fabric.
❒ Do not store the soft top in its
compartment when very dirty or wet, to
avoid any mildew or damage.
❒ with soft top installed, when travelling
over 130 km/h the aerodynamic comfort
may not be optimal.WASHING/CLEANING THE SOFT TOP
30)
Use of specific products is recommended
for washing the soft top cloth.
The soft top fabric is treated with a
special water-repellent, waterproof
product.
The water-repellent properties will
degrade in time with exposure to the
weather elements. Observe the following
instructions for washing:
it is recommended to wash by hand.
Remove as much dirt from the surface of
the soft top with a soft brush or vacuum
cleaning before washing it.
This operation will considerably improve
the final result.
In lack of specific products, use water
and mild soap applied with a sponge
(preferably in the shade) for washing.
Rinse the soft top with clean water after
having eliminated all the stains.
Leave the car in the shade after washing
avoiding direct sunlight.
Waterproofing the top
31)
Use specific waterproofing products for
fabric soft-tops.
Interior top fabric
Remove dust with a soft brush.
Avoid using hard brushes made of
synthetic material to prevent damaging
the fabric beyond repair.
Clean the surface with a microfibre cloth
or soft sponge dipped in a solution of
water and mild soap. Clean the entire
surface, including the zones where
cleaning is not needed, to prevent haloes
or staining.
Use common, car care mild stain
removers for more stubborn stains.
Apply by blotting (never rubbing) directly
on the area of the stain.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
During each scheduled servicing
operation and anyway every 12 months,
check operation of the soft top locks.135)Before starting the car make sure
the soft top is correctly locked.
It is recommended not to remove/install
the soft top with people sitting in the car,
as the soft top could fall in the passenger
compartment while it is moved.
Be careful while installing/removing the
soft top to prevent any damage or injury.
Keep children away from the area in which
the soft-top is folding while
installing/removing it.
IMPORTANT
29)Never open the soft top in presence
of snow or ice to prevent damage. Loads
may not be secured on the vehicle roof.
30)Bird droppings and plant resins must
be washed off the soft top immediately
as they can damage its fabric. Never use
high-pressure washing systems. When
using steam washers or high-pressure
water washers, maintain a suitable
distance and do not exceed a maximum
temperature of 60°C.
Damage, alterations and water
infiltration may occur if the distance is
too small and the pressure is too high.
WARNING
If a water jet is used, direct away from the
edges of the fabric and the windscreen
surround: water infiltration can occur.
Never use alcohol, petrol, chemical
products, detergents, stain removers,
wax, solvents and “wash and polish”
products. Rinse immediate to remove
soap to prevent stains and halos.
Repeat the operation if needed.
31) Follow the instructions on the
waterproofing product container for
perfect results. The rubber seals of the
soft top must be washed with water only.
If you notice that this trim is dry or is
sticking, apply talcum powder or products
specifically for rubber trim (silicone
spray).
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REPLACING AN EXTERIOR
BULB
FRONT LIGHT CLUSTERS
These contain the bulbs for the side
lights/daytime running lights (DRL),
dipped beam headlights, main beam
headlights and direction indicators.
The bulbs are arranged as follows in
fig. 116:
1 Direction indicators
2 Dipped/main beam headlights
3 Side lights/daytime running lights
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BULB REPLACEMENT
To replace the dipped/main beam
headlight bulb for versions with Xenon
headlights and versions with Bi-LED
headlights (where provided) contact a
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
To replace the bulbs for the dipped/main
beam headlights for versions with
halogen headlights and for the direction
indicators open the corresponding
protective flaps, fig. 117, on the inner
wheel arch that can be located by
steering the wheel completely.
BULB TYPE
BULBSTYPEPOWER
Direction indicators PY24W 24W
Dipped / main beam headlights
(versions with Bi-Xenon headlights) D5S –
(where provided)
Dipped/main beam headlights
(versions with halogen headlights) HIR 2 55W
Dipped / main beam headlights
(versions with Bi-LED headlights)
(where provided) LED –
Side lights/Daytime running lights LED –
1 direction indicator bulb protective flap
2 dipped/main beam headlight bulb
protective flap
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Direction indicators
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒ steer the wheel completely;
❒ open the protective flap
1 fig. 117 by rotating the fixing screw;
❒ rotate the plug 1 fig. 118
anti-clockwise and remove the bulb
holder;
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❒ rotate the bulb 2 fig. 119 to release it
from the retainers and remove it;
❒ replace the bulb making sure it is
correctly locked;
❒ close the protective flap 1 fig. 117.
Side lights/daytime running lights
(DRL)
These are LEDs. For the replacement
contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
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Dipped/main beam headlights
(versions with halogen headlights)
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒ steer the wheel completely;
❒ open the protective flap 2 fig. 117 by
rotating the fixing screw;
❒ take out the electric connector
1 fig. 120 and then rotate the bulb holder
2 anticlockwise and remove it;
❒ emove the bulb and replace it;
❒ refit the new bulb, making sure that it
is locked correctly, and reconnect the
connector 1;
❒ close the protective flap 2 fig. 117.
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Versions1750 Turbo Petrol
Unladen weight (with all fluids, fuel tank 999filled to 90% and without optional equipment):
Payload including the driver: (*) 215
Maximum permitted loads (**)
– front axle: 541
– rear axle: 747
– total: 1220
Towable loads (kg)
– braked trailer: 0
– unbraked trailer: 0
Maximum load on roof: 0
Maximum load on ball joint (braked trailer): 0
(*) If special equipment is fitted, the unladen vehicle weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload within the maximum permitted loads.
(**) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment within the maximum permitted loads.
TECHNICAL DATA
WEIGHTS