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If A Deployment Occurs
The front air bags are designed to deflate
immediately after deployment.
NOTE:
Front and/or side air bags will not deploy in all
collisions. This does not mean something is
wrong with the air bag system.
If you do have a collision which deploys the air
bags, any or all of the following may occur:
The air bag material may sometimes cause
abrasions and/or skin reddening to the
occupants as the air bags deploy and
unfold. The abrasions are similar to friction
rope burns or those you might get sliding
along a carpet or gymnasium floor. They are
not caused by contact with chemicals. They
are not permanent and normally heal
quickly. However, if you haven’t healed
significantly within a few days, or if you have
any blistering, see your doctor immediately.
As the air bags deflate, you may see some
smoke-like particles. The particles are a
normal by-product of the process that
generates the non-toxic gas used for air bag
inflation. These airborne particles may irri-
tate the skin, eyes, nose, or throat. If you
have skin or eye irritation, rinse the area
with cool water. For nose or throat irritation,
move to fresh air. If the irritation continues,
see your doctor. If these particles settle on
your clothing, follow the garment manufac -
turer’s instructions for cleaning. Do not drive your vehicle after the air bags
have deployed. If you are involved in another
collision, the air bags will not be in place to
protect you.
NOTE:
Air bag covers may not be obvious in the
interior trim, but they will open during air
bag deployment.
After any collision, the vehicle should be
taken to an authorized dealer immediately.
Enhanced Accident Response System
In the event of an impact, if the communica
-
tion network remains intact, and the power
remains intact, depending on the nature of the
event, the Occupant Restraint Controller (ORC)
will determine whether to have the Enhanced
Accident Response System perform the
following functions:
Cut off fuel to the engine (if equipped)
Cut off battery power to the electric motor (if
equipped)
Flash hazard lights as long as the battery
has power
Turn on the interior lights, which remain on
as long as the battery has power or for
15 minutes from the intervention of the
Enhanced Accident Response System
Unlock the power door locks
Your vehicle may also be designed to perform
any of these other functions in response to the
Enhanced Accident Response System:
Turn off the Fuel Filter Heater, Turn off the
HVAC Blower Motor, Close the HVAC Circula -
tion Door
Cut off battery power to the:
• Engine
• Electric Motor (if equipped)
• Electric power steering
• Brake booster
• Electric park brake
• Automatic transmission gear selector
• Horn
• Front wiper
• Headlamp washer pump
WARNING!
Deployed air bags and seat belt
pretensioners cannot protect you in another
collision. Have the air bags, seat belt
pretensioners, and the seat belt retractor
assemblies replaced by an authorized
dealer immediately. Also, have the
Occupant Restraint Controller System
serviced as well.
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Front Light Cluster With Main Beam Xenon
Gas Discharge Headlights
To replace the bulbs of the main beam head-
lights, contact an authorized dealer.
Replacing Interior Bulbs
Courtesy Mirror Light
To replace the bulbs, proceed as follows:
1. Lift the mirror cover and remove the lens, using a suitable tool.
Sun Visor 2. Change the bulb, releasing it from the side
contacts, then insert the new bulb, making
sure that it is correctly fastened between
the contacts.
3. Install the lens, inserting it first on one side and then pressing on the other side until it
clicks into place.
Glove Compartment Light
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:
1. Open the glove compartment.
2. Remove the courtesy light assembly, using a suitable tool.
Courtesy Lamp Indent 3. Open protective cover and remove the
bulb pulling out of the connector.
Cover And Bulb Removal Direction
4. Install bulb, making sure that it is correctly inserted fully.
5. Close the protective cover on the lens.
6. Install courtesy light, inserting it first on one side and then pressing on the other
side until it clicks into place.
CAUTION!
Do not touch the new bulb with your fingers.
Oil contamination will severely shorten bulb
life. If the bulb comes in contact with any
oily surface, clean the bulb with rubbing
alcohol.
1 — Mirror Cover
2 — Lens
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NOTE:
Never use aromatic substances (e.g. gaso-
line) or ketones (e.g. acetone) for cleaning
the plastic lenses of the headlights.
When cleaning with a pressure washer,
keep the pressure washer at least eight
inches (20 cm) away from the headlights.
Engine Compartment
At the end of every Winter, wash the engine
compartment thoroughly, taking care not to
aim the jet of water directly at the electronic
control units or at the windshield wiper
motors. Have this operation performed at a
specialized workshop
Ú
page 218.
NOTE:
The washing should take place with the engine
cold and the ignition device in the STOP posi -
tion. After the washing operation, make sure
that the various protections (e.g. rubber caps
and guards) have not been removed or
damaged.
INTERIORS
Periodically check the cleanliness of the inte -
rior, beneath the mats, which could cause
oxidation of the sheet metal.
Seats And Fabric Parts
Remove dust with a soft brush or a vacuum
cleaner. It is advised to use a moist brush on
velvet upholstery. Rub the seats with a sponge
moistened with a solution of water and neutral
detergent. Cleaning heat press images on seats — if
equipped:
Due to the color, opacity and wear-resistant
protection with which the heat press images
on some seats are made, they may be subject
to temporary scratching if they are touched by
finger nails, keys, or other hard objects. In
such cases, the visible signs do not impair the
profiled images, and can easily be removed by
wiping the affected area with a microfiber
cloth moistened with water (not dry) to restore
the seat to its original condition. The micro
-
fiber cloth must not have been previously
soaked in other substances or detergents.
Leather Seats
Remove the dry dirt with a chamois or slightly
damp cloth, without exerting too much pres -
sure.
Remove any liquid or grease stains using an
absorbent dry cloth, without rubbing. Then
clean with a soft cloth or buckskin cloth damp -
ened with water and mild soap. If the stain
persists, use specific products and observe
the instructions carefully.
NOTE:
Never use alcohol. Make sure that the
cleaning products used contain no alcohol or
alcohol derivatives, even in small quantities.
Plastic And Coated Parts
Clean interior plastic parts with a damp cloth (if
possible made from microfiber), and a solution
of water and neutral, non-abrasive detergent. To clean oily or persistent stains, use specific
products free from solvents and designed to
maintain the original appearance and color of
the components.
Remove any dust using a microfiber cloth, if
necessary moistened with water. The use of
paper tissues is not recommended as these
may leave residues.
Alcantara Parts — If Equipped
Alcantara parts maintenance procedure:
Treat the surface with a microfiber cloth
moistened with mild marseille soap and
water, taking care to apply a uniform light
pressure over the entire area (do not rub
vigorously).
Rinse and wring out the microfiber cloth,
and pass it over the entire area again.
Let it dry, and then brush gently with a soft
brush.
Genuine Leather Parts
Use only water and mild soap to clean these
parts. Never use alcohol or alcohol-based
products.
CAUTION!
Precautions have been taken to safeguard
all parts and connections however, the
pressures generated by these machines is
such that complete protection against
water ingress cannot be guaranteed.
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A
Accessories Purchased By The Owner.......... 4
Active Blind Spot Assist .............................152
Active Safety Systems ................................ 145
Active Torque Vectoring (ATV) System ......145
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
(Cruise Control) .................................104, 106Off ........................................................... 108
On............................................................108
Additives, Fuel ............................................ 261
Adjust Forward.............................................. 31, 33
Rearward ........................................... 31, 33
Air Bag......................................................... 170 Air Bag Operation ...................................171Air Bag Warning Light ............................169
Driver Knee Air Bag................................ 172Enhanced Accident Response .....175, 207
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...................207
Front Air Bag...........................................170
If Deployment Occurs ............................175
Knee Impact Bolsters ............................172
Maintaining Your Air Bag System.......... 177
Maintenance ..........................................177
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light.........170
Side Air Bags ..........................................172
Transporting Pets...................................189
Air Bag Light ......................................169, 189
Air Pressure Tires ........................................................240
Alfa Active Suspension (AAS).....................101
Alfa DNA System .......................................... 98
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ....................... 262
Anti-Lock Braking (ABS) System ................ 145
Anti-Lock Warning Light ............................... 75 Automatic Climate Controls ........................ 49
Automatic Dimming Mirror .......................... 37
Automatic Door Locks ................................. 27
Automatic Headlights .................................. 43
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC)........ 49
Automatic Transmission .............................. 92
Auxiliary Driving Systems .......................... 149
Auxiliary Power Outlet .................................. 56
B
Battery ................................................. 78, 217 Charging System Light ............................ 78
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ............... 18
Battery Recharging .................................... 218
Belts, Seat .................................................. 189
Blind Spot Monitoring ................................ 150
Bodywork (Cleaning And Maintenance) ... 249
B-Pillar Location ......................................... 237
Brake System Warning Light .....................................74, 75
Brakes ........................................................ 255 Brake Fluid Level ................................... 217
Brightness, Interior Lights ........................... 46
Bulbs, Light ................................................ 190
C
Camera, Rear ............................................. 132
Capacities, Fluid ........................................ 262
Carbon Monoxide Warning ............... 190, 191
Certification Label...................................... 135
Chart, Tire Sizing ........................................ 234
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light) ............................................. 85
Checking Levels ................................ 214, 215
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 188 Checks, Safety ........................................... 188
Child Restraint ........................................... 178
Child Restraints
Booster Seats ........................................ 180
Child Seat Installation........................... 187
How To Stow An unused ALR Seat Belt ..................................................... 185
Infant And Child Restraints................... 179
LATCH Positions .................................... 182
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children ............................................. 181
Older Children And Child Restraints .... 179
Seating Positions................................... 181
Clean Air Gasoline ..................................... 260
Cleaning Wheels ................................................... 245
Climate Control ...................................... 48, 54 Automatic..................................................49
Compact Spare Tire................................... 245
Contract, Service ....................................... 267
Cooling System Cooling Capacity .................................... 262
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......... 262
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ........ 104, 106
Customer Assistance ................................ 266
D
Daytime Running Lights ...............................42
Defroster, Windshield ............................... 189
Dimensions ................................................ 257
Disabled Vehicle Towing ........................... 205
Door Ajar ................................................ 79, 80
Door Ajar Light ....................................... 79, 80
Door Locks ....................................................27 Automatic..................................................27
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INDEX
Door Opener, Garage ................................... 39
Doors............................................................. 24
Drive Train Control (DTC) System ..............146
Driving Modes .............................................. 98
Dynamic Steering Torque (DST) System ... 146
E
Electric Park Brake....................................... 90
Electric Remote Mirrors ............................... 38
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise
Control) .......................................................104
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
System ........................................................146
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light... 79
Emergency In Case Of ......................................192, 198
SOS Emergency Call .............................. 192
Emergency, In Case Of Jump Starting .........................................201
Overheating ............................................ 204
Towing.....................................................206
Emission Control System Maintenance...... 85
Engine ......................................................... 254 Block Heater............................................. 89
Engine Coolant Level .............................216
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................190, 191
Fuel Requirements ................................ 260Oil ............................................................262
Oil Selection ...........................................262
Overheating ............................................ 204
Starting ................................................... 204
Engine Compartment .................................214
Engine Compartment (Washing) ...............250
Engine Oil Level Check ............................................ 215 Enhanced Accident Response
Feature .............................................. 175, 207
Ethanol ....................................................... 260
Exhaust Gas Cautions ...................... 190, 191
Exhaust System ......................................... 190
Exterior Lighting .....................................42, 43
Exterior Lights ..................................... 42, 190
F
Flashers Hazard Warning ..................................... 192
Turn Signals ..............................44, 78, 190
Fluid Capacities ......................................... 262
Fluid Leaks ................................................. 190
Fluids And Lubricants ................................ 263
Fog Lights, Rear ........................................... 44
Forward Collision Warning ........................ 156
Fuel Additives................................................. 261
Clean Air ................................................. 260
Ethanol ................................................... 260
Light .......................................................... 80
Materials Added .................................... 261
Methanol ................................................ 260
Tank Capacity ........................................ 262
G
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ............... 39
Gasoline, Clean Air .................................... 260
Gasoline, Reformulated ............................ 260
Gross Axle Weight Rating .......................... 137
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating ..................... 137
GVWR .......................................................... 136 H
Hazard Warning Flashers.......................... 192
Head Restraints............................................35
Head Rests ...................................................35
Headlights
Switch ................................................ 42, 43
Headlights (Cleaning) ................................ 250
Heated Mirrors..............................................39
Heated Seats ................................................34
Heated Steering Wheel ................................29
Heater, Engine Block.................................... 89
Hill Decent Control (HDC) System ............ 147
Hill Start Assist (HSA) System ................... 148
Hitches Trailer Towing ........................................ 137
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ................39
Hood Closing ......................................................61Opening.....................................................61
I
Identification Data ..................................... 253
Ignition ..........................................................20 Switch .......................................................20
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ..............................20
In Case Of Emergency ............................... 192
Installing Electrical/Electronic Devices......... 4
Instrument Cluster .......................................67 Descriptions..............................................78
Display ......................................................69
Instrument Panel Features....................................................67
Interior Lights................................................44
Interiors (Cleaning) .................................... 251
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J
Jump Starting ............................................. 201
K
Keyless Enter-N-Go ...................................... 25Passive Entry ............................................ 25
Keys .............................................................. 18
L
Lane Change And Turn Signals ................... 44
LaneSense ..................................................126
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................................164
Latches .......................................................190
Leaks, Fluid ................................................190
Life Of Tires.................................................243
Liftgate .......................................................... 62
Light Bulbs ..................................................190 Types Of Bulbs ....................................... 230
Lights .......................................................... 190 Air Bag ...........................................169, 189
Automatic Headlights .............................. 43
Brake Warning .................................. 74, 75Courtesy/Reading ............................. 45, 46Daytime Running ..................................... 42
Electronic Stability Program(ESP) Indicator ............................................... 79
Exterior ................................................... 190
Fog ............................................................ 44
Headlight Switch ............................... 42, 43 Headlights ......................................... 42, 43
High Beam ................................................ 43
Instrument Cluster ............................ 42, 43Intensity Control ....................................... 46
Interior ............................................... 45, 46
Low Fuel ................................................... 80 Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine).... 77
Map .......................................................... 45
Park ....................................................44, 78
Reading .................................................... 45
Seat Belt Reminder ................................. 75
Turn Signals ..............................44, 78, 190
Warning Instrument Cluster
Descriptions ...................................78, 79
Loading Vehicle .......................................... 135 Tires ........................................................ 237
Locks Automatic Door ........................................ 27
Child Protection ....................................... 27
M
Maintenance ................................................ 61
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine) .......................................77, 85
Manual Service.................................................... 268
Memory Feature (Memory Seats) ............... 30
Memory Seat ................................................ 30
Methanol .................................................... 260
Mirrors .......................................................... 37 Automatic Dimming ................................. 37
Electric Powered ...................................... 38
Electric Remote ....................................... 38
Heated...................................................... 39
O
Occupant Restraints .................................. 163
Oil Pressure Light ......................................... 79
Oil, Engine Capacity.................................................. 262
Pressure Warning Light ........................... 79 Recommendation.................................. 262
Viscosity ................................................. 262
Opener, Garage Door (Homelink) ................39
Operator Manual Owner's Manual..................................... 268
Outlet Power ........................................................ 56
Overheating, Engine .................................. 204
P
Paintwork (Cleaning And Maintenance) .. 250
Panic Brake Assist (PBA) System ............. 149
Park Assist ................................................. 123
ParkSense System .................................... 123
Passive Entry ................................................25
Pets ............................................................ 189
Placard, Tire And Loading Information .... 237
Power Mirrors.......................................................38Outlet (Auxiliary Electrical Outlet)............56
Seats .........................................................33
Sunroof .....................................................59
Power Seats Forward .............................................. 31, 33
Rearward ........................................... 31, 33
Recline ............................................... 31, 33
Power Supply ............................................. 255
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ............. 167
Pretensioners Seat Belts .............................................. 167
Prolonged Vehicle Inactivity ...................... 249
R
Radial Ply Tires .......................................... 242
Radio Transmitters And Mobile Phones ....... 5
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