2021 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO door lock

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Your mobile phone must be designed for Qi
wireless charging.

NOTE:

Do not place the key fob or any other type of
metal/magnetized object inside the mobile
phone housing or near the wireless
charging pad.
Be sure to place the mobile device correctly
(display facing upward) on the wireless
charging pad.
The ignition must be in the ON/RUN position
in order for the phone to charge.
To avoid interference with the key fob
search, the wireless charging pad will stop
charging when any door is opened.The following messages will display in the
radio system:
“Your phone is being charged” — The phone
has begun to charge.
“Phone Fully Charged” — The phone has
completed charging its battery.
“Foreign Object Detected” — The phone is
not enabled for wireless charging or an
object that is not permitted has been placed
on the wireless charging pad.
“Unavailable System” — There is a malfunc
-
tion with the wireless charging pad.
The driver can deactivate these messages
through the radio system. Refer to the Infor -
mation and Entertainment System Owner’s
Manual Supplement for further information.
POWER WINDOWS
Power Window Controls
The power window switches work with the igni -
tion in the ACC or ON/RUN position and for
three minutes after the ignition has been
placed in the OFF position. When one of the
front doors is opened, this operation is
disabled.
The window controls on the driver's door
control all the door windows. Power Window Switches
The passenger door windows can also be oper -
ated by using the single window controls on
the passenger door trim panel.
To open the window part way (manually), push
the window switch down briefly and release.
Push past the detent to activate “continuous
automatic” operation.
If the button is pushed again, the window will
stop in the desired position.
Pull the window switch to the first detent to
move the window upward. Pull the window
switch to the second detent, and the window
will go up automatically.
CAUTION!
The key fob should not be placed on the
charging pad or within 15 cm (150 mm) of
it. Doing so can cause excessive heat
buildup and damage to the fob. Placing the
fob in close proximity of the charging pad
blocks the fob from being detected by the
vehicle and prevents the vehicle from
starting.
1 — Front Left Window Switch
2 — Front Right Window Switch
3 — Rear Right Window Switch
4 — Window Lockout Switch
5 — Rear Left Window Switch
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Closing The Hood
To close, lower the hood to approximately
16 inches (40 cm) from the engine compart-
ment then let it drop. Make sure that the hood
is completely closed and fully latched.

NOTE:

Since the hood is equipped with a double
locking system, one for each side, you must
check that it is closed on each side.
POWER LIFTGATE
Unlocking of the liftgate is electrically oper -
ated and is deactivated when the vehicle is in
motion.
If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it
is closing or opening, the liftgate will automat -
ically reverse to the closed or open position,
provided it meets sufficient resistance.
Opening
The liftgate may be released in several ways:
Pressing the liftgate release button on the
key fob twice within five seconds
Pushing the external liftgate release switch
(when the liftgate is unlocked)
Lifting the interior liftgate release button on
the driver’s door panel trim.
External Liftgate Release Switch
Interior Liftgate Release The turn signal indicators will blink and the
interior lights will turn on when the liftgate is
opened. They turn off automatically when the
liftgate is closed.
The lights turn off automatically after a few
minutes if the liftgate is left open.
A signal will chime while the liftgate is opening
or closing.

NOTE:

You can stop the liftgate from moving by
pushing the interior liftgate release button
again.
Liftgate Emergency Opening
There is a panel on the luggage compartment
interior trim, next to the liftgate lock, acces
-
sible by folding down the rear seat backrest,
which allows access to the manual lock
release.
Manual Lock Release Location
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before
driving your vehicle. If the hood is not fully
latched, it could open when the vehicle is in
motion and block your vision. Failure to
follow this warning could result in serious
injury or death.
1 — Interior Liftgate Release Switch
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Pull to release the lock.Manual Lock Release Cord
The liftgate can now be opened manually.
Closing
It is possible to close the liftgate by pushing:
The power liftgate switch.
The power lock switch located on the lift -
gate (all the doors, including the liftgate, will
be locked).
The liftgate button on the key fob twice.
The power liftgate switch on the liftgate.
The power liftgate switch on the driver’s
door panel trim and hold until the operation
is complete. Power Liftgate/Lock Switches

NOTE:

It is possible to stop the liftgate from moving
with any of the Power Liftgate switches.
Customizing The Liftgate Opening Height
To avoid difficulties in tight spaces, you can set
the height at which the liftgate opens to.
To customize the liftgate opening position,
follow the steps below:
1. Open the liftgate manually and move it to the position that you want the liftgate to
open to.
2. Press and hold one of the closing buttons for at least five seconds (successful
programming is indicated by the turn
signals flashing three times).
The liftgate is now programmed to open to the
set position. This function can be selected on the radio
system.

To set the liftgate opening height, refer to the
Information and Entertainment System Owner’s
Manual Supplement for further information.

Hands-Free Liftgate — If Equipped
To operate the Hands-Free Liftgate system:
1. If the doors are locked, the system must
detect the electronic key near the liftgate.
2. If the doors are unlocked, the system does not have to detect the electronic key near
the liftgate.
3. Go to the rear of the vehicle, in the center and about 3 feet (1 m) from the liftgate.
4. Move your foot under the bumper, simu -
lating a kick. When you have completed
this movement, withdraw your leg. To acti -
vate the liftgate, both sensors must detect
your leg.
Hands Free Liftgate Activation Zone
1 — Power Liftgate Switch
2 — Power Door Lock Switch
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If it is closed, the Hands-Free Liftgate unlocks
and opens completely, and with another
movement of the foot, it stops. A further move-
ment of the foot reverses the direction and
closes the liftgate completely, if you do not
stop it again.
If it is open, with a movement of the foot, the
Hands-Free Liftgate closes completely, and
with another movement of the foot, it stops. If
the liftgate is stopped, another movement of
the foot will reverse the direction and open it
completely.

NOTE:

To conserve the battery charge, avoid
performing this operation repeatedly with the
engine off.
You can activate/deactivate the Hands-Free
Liftgate on the radio system by pushing the
MENU button to select the Main menu, and
selecting the following items:
1. “Settings.”
2. “Doors And Locks.”
3. “Automatic Liftgate Opening.”
Liftgate Initialization

NOTE:

Automatic operation of the liftgate must be
initialized again in case of faulty liftgate opera -
tion. Proceed as follows:
1. Close all the doors and the liftgate.
2. Push the lock button on the key fob.
3. Push the unlock button on the key fob.
Cargo Area Features
Retractable Cargo Area Cover
The Retractable Cargo Area Cover can be
rolled up and removed.
To Use The Cargo Area Cover:
1. From the rolled up (retracted) position, hold the handle and pull the cover outward
toward the rear of the vehicle.
2. Then assist the cover pins into the slots located just inside the liftgate opening.
Retractable Cargo Area Cover
Removing The Cover:
1. Retract the cover by pulling the handle slightly rearward to release the cover pins.
2. Guide the cover forward until it is fully retracted.
WARNING!

Driving with the liftgate open can allow
poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle.
You and your passengers could be injured
by these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed
when you are operating the vehicle.

If you are required to drive with the liftgate
open, make sure that all windows are
closed, and the climate control blower
switch is set at high speed. Do not use the
recirculation mode.
During power operation, personal injury or
cargo damage may occur. Ensure the lift -
gate travel path is clear. Make sure the
liftgate is closed and latched before
driving away.
CAUTION!
The Hands-Free Liftgate can be turned off
manually in the radio system to avoid
unintentional activation. For further
information refer to the Information and
Entertainment System Owner’s Manual
Supplement.
WARNING! (Continued)
1 — Handle
2 — Cover Pins
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Normal and Advanced Efficiency
Dynamic
The display graphically shows the values
of: ○ accelerator pedal position (expressed in percentage);
○ brake pedal position (expressed in percentage);
○ engine coolant temperature (H = hot C = cold).
Dynamic Race (If Equipped)
The display graphically shows the values
of:
○ engine torque;
○ turbocharger pressure;
○ engine oil pressure (L = low pres -
sure/H= high pressure).

NOTE:

The engine torque and turbocharger pressure
values vary according to the engine type.
Race
Dynamic
Acceleration Gauge The displayed parameters are related to
vehicle stability, the graphs illustrate the
trend of the longitudinal/lateral accelera
-
tions (G-meter information), considering
gravity acceleration as a reference unit.
Lateral acceleration peaks are also indi -
cated.
11. Driving Mode Display (Alfa DNA System)
12. Distance Traveled (miles/km) display
13. Fuel Consumption
14. Warning Indications Display (e.g. danger of ice, open doors, ABS operation, etc.)
15. Range
Customer Programmable Settings
Multiple settings can be programmed by the
user using the radio. This section describes
only the basic settings:
Units & Language
Clock & Date
Cluster
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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting the engine, be sure to adjust
the seat, the interior rear view mirror, door
mirrors, and fasten the seat belt correctly.
Never press the accelerator pedal before
starting the engine.
If necessary, messages indicating the starting
procedure will be shown in the display.
Starting Procedure
Proceed as follows:
1. Apply the Electric Park Brake (EPB) andplace the gear selector in PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N).
2. Fully press the brake pedal without touching the accelerator.
3. Briefly push the ignition button.
4. If the engine doesn't start within a few seconds, you need to repeat the proce -
dure.
If the problem persists, contact an authorized
dealer.
Remote Starting System
This system uses the key fob to start the
engine conveniently from outside the vehicle
while still maintaining security. The system
has a range of at least 300 feet (91 meters).
The remote starting system also activates the
climate control, the heated seats (if
equipped), and the heated steering wheel (if
equipped), depending on temperatures
outside and inside of the vehicle.

NOTE:

Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob
may reduce this range.
WARNING!
When leaving the vehicle, always remove
the key fob from the vehicle and lock your
vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle unat -
tended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seri -
ously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the transmission gear
selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle, or in a location accessible to chil -
dren. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior
heat build-up may cause serious injury or
death.
WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid
into the throttle body air inlet opening in
an attempt to start the vehicle. This could
result in flash fire causing serious
personal injury.
Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle
to get it started. Vehicles equipped with an
automatic transmission cannot be started
this way. Unburned fuel could enter the
catalytic converter and once the engine
has started, ignite and damage the
converter and vehicle.
If the vehicle has a discharged battery,
booster cables may be used to obtain a
start from a booster battery or the battery
in another vehicle. This type of start can
be dangerous if done improperly

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CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not
continuously crank the engine for more than
25 seconds at a time. Wait 60 seconds
before trying again.
WARNING! (Continued)
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How To Use Remote Start
All of the following conditions must be met
before the engine will remote start:
Gear selector in PARK (P).
Doors closed.
Hood closed.
Liftgate closed.
Hazard switch off.
Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not
pressed).
Battery at an acceptable charge level.
PANIC button not pushed.
System not disabled from previous remote
start event.
Vehicle Security System indicator flashing.
Ignition in the OFF mode (if equipped with
keyless ignition system).
Fuel level meets minimum requirement.
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped
When Remote Start is activated, the heated
steering wheel and driver heated seat features
will automatically turn on in cold weather.
These features will stay on through the dura -
tion of remote start until the ignition is placed
in the ON/RUN mode. Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer Acti
-
vation — If Equipped

When remote start is active and the outside ambient
temperature is less than 39°F (4°C), the Windshield
Wiper De-Icer will be enabled. Exiting remote start will
resume previous operation, except if the Windshield
Wiper De-Icer is active.

The Windshield Wiper De-Icer timer and oper -
ation will continue.
Cold Weather Operation
To prevent possible engine damage while
starting at low temperatures, this vehicle will
inhibit engine cranking when the ambient
temperature is less than –22°F (–30°C) and
the oil temperature sensor reading indicates
an engine block heater has not been used. An
externally-powered electric engine block
heater is available as optional equipment or
from an authorized dealer.

The message “plug in engine heater” will be
displayed in the instrument cluster when the
ambient temperature is below 5°F (–15°C) at the
time the engine is shut off as a reminder to avoid
possible crank delays at the next cold start.

Extended Park Starting
If the vehicle has not been started or driven for
at least 30 days, it is advisable to follow the
indications below.
To start the engine, proceed as follows:
1. Briefly push the ignition button
2. If the engine does not start, wait five seconds and let the starter cool down and
then repeat the starting procedure
3. If the engine does not start after eight attempts, let the starter cool down for at
least 10 seconds, and then repeat the
starting procedure
If the problem persists, contact an authorized
dealer.

NOTE:

After prolonged vehicle inactivity, very difficult
starting, that can be noticed through rapid
fatigue of the starter, might also be due to a
partially drained battery
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If Engine Fails To Start
Starting the Engine with Key Fob Battery Run
Down or Drained
If the ignition does not respond when the
button is pushed, the key fob battery might be
run down or drained. Therefore, the system
does not detect the presence of the key fob in
the vehicle, and will display a dedicated
message
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Use of the recommended oil and adhering
to the prescribed oil change intervals is
important to prevent engine damage and
ensure satisfactory starting in cold
conditions.
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ENGINE BLOCK HEATER — IF
EQUIPPED
The engine block heater warms the engine
and permits quicker starts in cold weather.
Connect the cord to a 110-115 Volt AC elec-
trical outlet with a grounded, three-wire exten -
sion cord.
For ambient temperatures below 0°F (-18°C),
the engine block heater is recommended. For
ambient temperatures below -20°F (-29°C),
the engine block heater is required.
Follow the steps below to properly use the
engine block heater:
1. Locate the engine block heater cord (access door on the passenger side wiper
cowl).
2. Pull the cord to the front of the vehicle and plug it into a grounded, three-wire exten -
sion cord.
3. After the vehicle is running, properly stow the cord away behind the access door on
the passenger side wiper cowl.

NOTE:

The engine block heater cord is a factory
installed option. If your vehicle is not
equipped, heater cords are available from
an authorized dealer.

The engine block heater will require 110 Volts
AC and 6.5 Amps to activate the heater
element.

The engine block heater must be plugged in
at least one hour to have a warming effect
on the engine and at least four hours to
have a warming effect when ambient
temperatures are below -20°F (-29°C).
ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS
Engine Break-In
For both engines, use the following engine
break-in recommendations:

NOTE:

A new engine may consume some oil during its
first few thousand miles (kilometers) of opera -
tion. This should be considered a normal part
of the break-in period and not interpreted as
an indication of a problem. Please monitor
your oil level during the break-in period and
add oil as required.
It is recommended for the operator to observe
the following driving behaviors during the new
vehicle break-in period: 0 to 100 miles (0 to 160 km):
Do not allow the engine to operate at idle for
an extended period of time.
Press the accelerator pedal slowly and not
more than halfway to avoid rapid accelera
-
tion.
Avoid aggressive braking.
Drive with the engine speed less than
3,500 RPM.
Maintain vehicle speed below 55 mph
(88 km/h) and observe local speed limits.
100 to 300 miles (160 to 483 km):
Press the accelerator pedal slowly and not
more than halfway to avoid rapid accelera -
tion in lower gears (FIRST to THIRD gears).
Avoid aggressive braking.
Drive with the engine speed less than
5,000 RPM.
Maintain vehicle speed below 70 mph
(112 km/h) and observe local speed limits.
300 to 500 miles (483 to 805 km):
Exercise the full engine RPM range, shifting
manually (paddles or gear shift) at higher
RPM when possible.
Do not perform sustained operation with
the accelerator pedal at wide open throttle.
Maintain vehicle speed below 85 mph
(136 km/h) and observe local speed limits.
WARNING!
Remember to disconnect the engine block
heater cord before driving. Damage to the
110-115 Volt electrical cord could cause
electrocution.
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