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Steering Column Mounted Shift Paddles

NOTE:

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 driving mode,
bring the gear selector back in position DRIVE
(D) ("automatic" driving mode).

NOTE:

To select the correct gear for maximum
deceleration (engine brake), keep the gear
paddle pulled (–): the transmission goes to an operating mode in which the vehicle can
slow down easily.
The vehicle will keep the gear selected by
the driver until the safety conditions allow it.
This means, for example, that the system
will try to prevent the engine from switching
off, automatically downshifting if the engine
speed is too low.
Automatic Transmission Limp Home Mode
Transmission function is monitored electroni
-
cally for abnormal conditions. If a condition is
detected that could result in transmission
damage, Transmission Limp Home Mode is
activated.
In this condition, the transmission stays in
FOURTH gear, regardless of the selected gear.
Positions PARK (P), REVERSE (R) and
NEUTRAL (N) still work.
The symbol might light up in the instrument
cluster.
Temporary failure
In the event of a momentary problem, the
transmission can be reset to regain all forward
gears by performing the following steps:
1. Stop the vehicle.
2. Shift the transmission into PARK (P), if possible. If not, shift the transmission to
NEUTRAL (N). 3. Push and hold the ignition until the engine
turns off.
4. Wait for about 10 seconds, then restart the engine.
5. Shift into the desired gear range. If the problem is no longer detected, the trans -
mission will return to normal operation.

NOTE:

Even if the transmission can be reset, we
recommend that you visit an authorized dealer
at your earliest possible convenience. An
authorized dealer has diagnostic equipment to
determine if the problem could reoccur. If the
transmission cannot be reset, service is
required at an authorized dealer.
Brake Transmission Shift Interlock (BTSI)
System
This vehicle is equipped with a BTSI that holds
the gear selector in PARK (P) unless the
brakes are applied.
This system prevents you from moving the
gear selector from position PARK (P) unless
the brakes are applied.
To shift the transmission out of PARK (P), the
ignition must be cycled to the ON/RUN posi -
tion (engine running or not) and the brake
pedal must be pressed.
WARNING!
Do not downshift for additional engine
braking on a slippery surface. The drive
wheels could lose their grip and the vehicle
could skid, causing a collision or personal
injury.
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"Natural" mode, depending on which mode
was selected before the engine was
stopped.
When the engine is started again, the
"RACE" mode selected previously is not
retained. The system will reactivate in
"Dynamic" mode.
ALFA ACTIVE SUSPENSION
(AAS) — IF EQUIPPED
The vehicle's electronic suspension manage-
ment system is aimed at optimizing the
vehicle's performance.
The system continuously monitors the
damping of the suspensions through the actu -
ator installed on each shock absorber. This
way, the calibration of the shock absorbers
can be adjusted to the conditions of the road
surface and to the dynamic conditions of the
vehicle, improving its comfort and road
holding.
The driver can choose, even while driving,
(only in “Dynamic” mode), between two types
of suspension calibration: a more sporty or a
more comfortable one.
By pushing the button, the system changes
the shock absorber calibration. Alfa Active Suspension Button
In case of a system failure, the symbol and
a dedicated message will be shown on the
instrument cluster display.
STOP/START SYSTEM
The Stop/Start system automatically shuts off
the engine during a vehicle stop if the required
conditions are met. Releasing the brake pedal
or accelerator pedal will automatically restart
the engine.
The function was developed to increase
vehicle efficiency by reducing fuel consump -
tion, gas emissions, and sound pollution.

NOTE:

When the Stop/Start system stops the engine,
the power steering is also disabled.
Operating Mode
Stopping The Engine

With the vehicle at a standstill and brake pedal
pressed, the engine switches off if the gear selector
is in a position other than REVERSE (R).
The system does not operate when the gear
selector is in REVERSE (R), in order to make
parking maneuvers easier.
In the event of stops uphill, engine switching off is
disabled to make the “Hill Start Assist” function
available (works only with running engine).

NOTE:
The engine can only be automatically stopped
after having run at about 6 mph (10 km/h). After
an automatic restart, the vehicle only needs to
exceed a speed of 0.3 mph (0.5 km/h) to stop
the engine.

Engine stopping is signaled by the symbol
lighting up on the instrument cluster display.
Restarting The Engine
To restart the engine, release the brake pedal
or, turn the steering wheel slightly (if
equipped).
With the brake pressed and the transmission
in automatic mode DRIVE (D), the engine will
restart by shifting to REVERSE (R), to PARK (P)
or to “AutoStick”
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With brake pressed if the gear selector is in
“AutoStick” mode, the engine will restart by
shifting to PARK (P) or by moving the selector
to + or -
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System Manual Activation/Deactivation
To manually activate/deactivate the system,
push the button located on the control panel
to the left of the steering wheel.Stop/Start Button
System Activation
The activation of the system is indicated by the symbol lighting up on the display. In this
condition, the light on the button is off.
System Deactivation
A message will appear on the display when the
system is deactivated. In this condition, the
light on the button is on.

NOTE:

Each time the engine is started, the system is
activated regardless of where it was when it
was previously switched off.
Possible Reasons The Engine Does Not
Autostop
For higher comfort and increased safety, and
to reduce emissions, there are certain condi -
tions where the engine will not autostop
despite the system being active, such as:
Engine still cold.
Extreme cold outside temperature.
Battery not sufficiently charged.
Driver's door not shut.
Driver's seat belt not fastened.
REVERSE (R) gear engaged (e.g. for parking
maneuvers).
With the automatic climate control active,
an adequate cabin heating or cooling
comfort has not been reached or with
MAX-DEF function active.
During the first period of use, to initialize the
system.
Steering angle beyond threshold.
Engine Restarting Conditions
Due to comfort, emission control, and safety
reasons, the engine can restart automatically
without any action by the driver, under special
conditions, such as:
Battery not sufficiently charged.
Reduced braking system vacuum (e.g. if the
brake pedal is pressed repeatedly).
Vehicle moving (e.g. when driving on roads
with a grade).
Engine stopping by the Stop/Start system
for more than approximately three minutes.
With the automatic climate control active,
an adjustment in cabin heating or cooling is
made or with MAX-DEF function active.
Safety Functions
When the engine is stopped through the Stop/
Start system, if the driver releases their seat
belt, opens the driver's or passenger's door, or
opens the hood from inside the vehicle, the
engine can be restarted only by using the igni -
tion.
This condition is indicated to the driver both
through a buzzer and a message on the instru-
ment cluster display.
Energy Saving Function
If the driver does not carry out any action for
more than three minutes after the automatic
engine restart, the Stop/Start system will
switch off the engine in order to prevent fuel
consumption.
In this situation, the engine can only be
restarted using the ignition device.

NOTE:

It is possible to keep the engine running by
deactivating the system.
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Irregular Operation
In the event of malfunction, the Stop/Start
system is deactivated.
For failure indications
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Vehicle Inactivity
In the event of vehicle inactivity (or if the
battery is replaced), special attention must be
paid to the disconnection of the battery power
supply.
Proceed as follows:
Remove connector from socket to disconnect
sensor (battery status monitoring) installed on
the negative pole of the battery. This sensor
should never be disconnected from the pole
except if the battery is replaced.
Battery Power Supply
NOTE:

After setting the ignition to OFF and having
closed the driver side door, wait at least one
minute before disconnecting the electrical
supply from the battery. When reconnecting
the electrical supply to the battery, make sure
that the ignition is in the OFF mode and the
driver side door is closed.
SPEED LIMITER
Description
This feature allows the driver to program the
maximum speed of the vehicle.

NOTE:

The maximum set speed can be exceeded by
continuing to press the accelerator pedal.
The maximum speed can be set with the
vehicle stationary or in motion. The minimum
speed that can be set is 18 mph (30 km/h).
When this feature is active, the vehicle speed
depends on the pressing of the accelerator
pedal until the programmed speed limit is
reached
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Activation
The feature can be activated/deactivated
through the radio system. Activating The Device
To access this feature, select the “Driver Assis
-
tance” widget in the radio system, then select
the following items in sequence:
1. “Speed Limiter”
2. “ON”
The activation of this feature is signaled by the
illumination of the green Speed Limiter icon,
along with the last speed set, in the instru -
ment cluster display. The Speed Limiter
feature can remain active concurrently with
the Cruise Control system. If a speed limit
below the one indicated in the Cruise Control
is selected, the Cruise Control speed will be
lowered to that of the Speed Limiter. This func -
tion remains available in RACE mode.
Speed Limiter Display
Speed Limit Programming
The speed limit can be programmed through
the radio system.
1 — Socket
2 — Sensor
3 — Connector
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Front Bumper Radar Location
Windshield Camera Location
If the system detects a vehicle ahead, it will
automatically intervene by slightly braking or
accelerating in order to maintain the preset
distance. It will not exceed the original set
speed when adapting to the speed of the
vehicle ahead.
NOTE:

Adaptive Cruise Control performance is not
guaranteed under the following circum
-
stances, and it is recommended to turn the
system off when:
Driving in fog, heavy rain, or snow.
Driving in heavy traffic or construction
zones.
Driving on icy, snowy, slippery roads, roads
with steep inclines, or roads with numerous
turns and bends.
Entering a turn lane.
When circumstances do not allow safe
driving at a constant speed
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WARNING!
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) is a conve -
nience system. It is not a substitute for
active driver involvement. It is always the
driver’s responsibility to be attentive of
road, traffic, and weather conditions,
vehicle speed, distance to the vehicle
ahead; and, most importantly, brake oper -
ation to ensure safe operation of the
vehicle under all road conditions. Your
complete attention is always required
while driving to maintain safe control of
your vehicle. Failure to follow these warn -
ings can result in a collision and death or
serious personal injury.
The ACC system:
• May react to pedestrians, oncoming
vehicles, and stationary objects (e.g.,
a stopped vehicle in a traffic jam or a
disabled vehicle) at speeds between
2 mph and 35 mph (4 km/h and
60 km/h).
• Cannot take street, traffic, and
weather conditions into account, and
may be limited upon adverse sight
distance conditions.
• Does not always fully recognize
complex driving conditions, which can
result in wrong or missing distance
warnings.
• Will bring the vehicle to a complete
stop while following a vehicle ahead
and hold the vehicle for approximately
two minutes in the stop position. If the
vehicle ahead does not start moving
within two minutes, the parking brake
will be activated and the ACC s

ystem
will be canceled.
You should switch off the ACC system:
When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy
snow, sleet, heavy traffic, and complex
driving situations (i.e., in highway
construction zones).
WARNING! (Continued)
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Overtake Aid
When driving with ACC engaged and following
a vehicle at a speed greater than 45 mph
(70 km/h), the system will provide an addi-
tional acceleration up to the ACC set speed to
assist in passing the vehicle. This additional
acceleration is triggered when the driver
utilizes the left turn signal and will only be
active when passing on the left hand side.

The system detects the direction of traffic auto -
matically when the vehicle passes from left
hand traffic to right hand traffic. In this case,
the overtaking assist function is only active
when the reference vehicle is overtaken on the
right. The additional acceleration is deactivated
when the driver uses the right direction indi -
cator and returns to the original lane.

“Stop And Go” Function
The “Stop and Go” operating strategy allows
you to maintain a safe distance from the
vehicle ahead until the vehicle has completely
stopped.
In the event that the ACC system brings your
vehicle to a standstill while following the
vehicle in front, if the vehicle in front starts moving within two seconds of your vehicle
coming to a standstill, your vehicle will resume
motion without the need for any driver action.
If the vehicle in front does not start moving
within two seconds of your vehicle coming to a
standstill, the driver will have to push the RES/
SET switch upward to restart.
Deactivation

The system is deactivated and the set speed is
canceled if:
The on/off button is pushed (when the
system is on or paused).
The ignition is placed in the OFF position
RACE mode is activated (Quadrifoglio
models)
The system is canceled (the set speed and
distance are stored):
When the system is paused

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When the conditions shown in the “Activating
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)” section occur
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Limited Operation Warning
If the dedicated message is shown on the
display, a condition limiting the Adaptive
Cruise Control operation may have occurred.
This could be due to an obstruction of the
vehicle’s sensor or camera. It could also be
due to a fault in the system. If an obstruction
is detected, clean the area of the windshield
opposite the interior rearview mirror, where
the camera is located, as well as the area of
the front fascia/bumper where the sensor is
located. Then check that the message has
disappeared.
When the conditions limiting the system func -
tions end, normal operation will resume.
Should the fault persist, contact an authorized
dealer.
Precautions While Driving With ACC
In certain driving situations, ACC may have
detection issues. In these cases, ACC may
brake late or unexpectedly. The driver needs
to stay alert and may need to intervene. The
following are examples of these types of situa -
tions:
Towing A Trailer
Towing a trailer is not advised when using ACC.
Offset Driving
ACC may not detect a vehicle in the same lane
that is offset from your direct line of travel, or
a vehicle merging in from a side lane. There
may not be sufficient distance to the vehicle
The driver is fully responsible for holding a
safe distance from the vehicle ahead
respecting the highway code in force in
the respective country.
WARNING! (Continued)
WARNING!
When the ACC system is resumed, the
driver must ensure that there are no
pedestrians, vehicles or objects in the path
of the vehicle. Failure to follow these
warnings can result in a collision and death
or serious personal injury.
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2 — Suggested Speed Lower Than Current Speed
1 — Road Sign Recognized
PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR
PARK ASSIST SYSTEM — IF
EQUIPPED
The ParkSense system provides visual and
audible indications of the distance between
the rear, and if equipped, the front fascia/
bumper and a detected obstacle when
backing up or moving forward (e.g. during a
parking maneuver). The vehicle brakes may be automatically applied and released when
performing a reverse parking maneuver if the
system detects a possible collision with an
obstacle.
When the REVERSE gear is engaged and the
system is on, the front and rear sensors are
activated. If the vehicle moves from REVERSE
to a forward gear, the rear sensors are deacti
-
vated, while the front sensors remain active
until the speed of 9 mph (15 km/h) is exceeded.

NOTE:

In certain operating conditions, the system
could start detecting an obstacle only after the
vehicle has moved slightly (a few inches).
ParkSense Sensors
The ParkSense sensors located in the rear
fascia/bumper and (if equipped) in the front
fascia/bumper, monitor the area in front and
behind the vehicle that is within the sensors’
field of view. These sensors detect the pres -
ence of any obstacles and warn the driver
through an acoustic signal and visual indica -
tions, which will be displayed on the instru -
ment cluster display.
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up
even when using the ParkSense system.
Always check carefully behind your vehicle,
and be sure to check for pedestrians,
animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or
blind spots before backing up. You are
responsible for the safety of your
surroundings and must continue to pay
attention while backing up. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
The ParkSense system is only a parking
aid and it is unable to recognize every
obstacle, including small obstacles.
Parking curbs might be temporarily
detected or not detected at all. Obstacles
located above or below the sensors will
not be detected when they are in close
proximity.
The vehicle must be driven slowly when
using the ParkSense system in order to be
able to stop in time when an obstacle is
detected. It is recommended that the
driver looks over his/her shoulder when
using the ParkSense system.
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Front Sensor LocationsRear Sensor Locations
ParkSense Display
The driver can select the type of warning they
would like to be displayed through the radio
system. To access the function on the main
menu, select in the following order:
1. “Settings”
2. “Driver Assistance” 3. “ParkSense”
4. “Mode”
5. “Sound and Display”
Visual Indications
The system indicates the presence of an
obstacle by displaying a single red arc in the
detected area, in relation to the distance of
the object and the position of the vehicle.
If the obstacle is detected in the front or rear
central area, a single red arc will be displayed
as the obstacle approaches, first constant,
then flashing, in addition to an acoustic signal.
If the obstacle is detected in the front or rear
left and/or right area, a single red flashing arc
will be shown in the corresponding area on the
display and the system will emit an acoustic
signal, either at frequent intervals or
constantly.
In general, the vehicle is closer to the obstacle
when a single red flashing arc is shown on the
display and the acoustic signal becomes
continuous.
If several obstacles are detected simultane
-
ously in the front and rear area, the display will
show all of them, regardless of the area in
which they were detected.
It is not possible to exit from the display screen
while the vehicle is in REVERSE. Acoustic Signal
In the presence of an obstacle at the front or
the rear of the vehicle, an acoustic signal with
variable frequency will sound:
The acoustic signal increases in frequency
as the distance between the vehicle and the
obstacle decreases.
The acoustic signal becomes continuous
when the distance between the vehicle and
the obstacle is less than 11 inches (30 cm),
and stops if the distance increases.
The acoustic signal is constant if the
distance between the vehicle and the
obstacle is unchanged.

NOTE:

If the sensors detect several front and rear
obstacles, the closest obstacle is considered.
An intermittent signal will sound if the obsta -
cles are at the same distance (front and rear).
When the system emits an acoustic signal, the
volume of the radio system, if activated, is
automatically lowered.
An acoustic signal will not sound if the vehicle
is in PARK.
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense
For vehicles only equipped with rear sensors,
to turn the system off, push the ParkSense
button located to the left of the headlight
switch. The indicator light within the button will
illuminate when the system is turned off.
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