2021 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO ESP

This Owner’s Manual illustrates and describes the operation of features and equipme\
nt that are either standard or optional on this vehicle. This manual
may also include a description of features and equipment that are no lon\
ger available or were not ordered on this vehicle. Please disregard any
features and equipment described in this manual that are not on this veh\
icle. FCA US LLC reserves the right to make changes in design and
specifications, and/or make additions to or improvements to its products without imposing any obligation upon itself to install them on products
previously manufactured.
With respect to any vehicles sold in Canada, the name FCA US LLC shall be deemed to be deleted and the name FCA Canada Inc. used in
substitution therefore.
If you are the first registered retail owner of your vehicle, you may obtain a complimentary printed copy of the Warranty Booklet by calling
1-844-253-2872 (U.S.) or 1-800-387-1143 (Canada) or by contacting your dealer.
This Owner’s Manual is intended to familiarize you with the important features of your vehicle. Your most up-to-date Owner’s Manual, Navigation /
Uconnect manuals and Warranty Booklet can be found by visiting the website on the back cover. U.S. residents can purchase replacement kits by
visiting www.techauthority.com and Canadian residents can purchase replacement kits by calling 1-800-387-1143.
The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. Driving w\
hile distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, resulting in an
accident and personal injury. FCA US LLC strongly recommends that the driver use extreme caution when usi\
ng any device or feature that may
take their attention off the road. Use of any electrical devices, such as cellular telephones, computers, portable radios, vehicle navigation or other
devices, by the driver while the vehicle is moving is dangerous and coul\
d lead to a serious accident. Texting while driving is also dangerous and
should never be done while the vehicle is moving. If you find yourself unable to devote your full attention to vehicle operation, pull off the road to a
safe location and stop your vehicle. Some states or provinces prohibit t\
he use of cellular telephones or texting while driving. It is always the
driver’s responsibility to comply with all local laws.
This Owner’s Manual has been prepared to help you get acquainted with your new Alfa Romeo brand vehicle and to provide a convenient
reference source for common questions.
Not all features shown in this manual may apply to your vehicle. For add\
itional information, visit www.alfaromeousa.com (U.S.),
www.alfaromeo.ca (Canada) or your local Alfa Romeo dealer.
Driving after drinking can lead to an accident. Your perceptions are less sharp, your reflexes are slower
and your judgment is impaired when you have been drinking. Never drink a\
nd then drive.
WARNING!
Drunk driving is one of the most frequent causes of accidents. Your driving ability can be seriously
impaired with blood alcohol levels far below the legal minimum. If you a\
re drinking, don’t drive.
Ride with a designated non-drinking driver, call a cab, a friend or use public transportation.
DRIVING AND ALCOHOL
WARNING: Operating, servicing and maintaining a passenger vehicle or off-highway motor
vehicle can expose you to chemicals including engine exhaust, carbon mon\
oxide, phthalates, and
lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. To minimize exposure, avoid breathing exhaust, do not idle the
engine except as necessary, service your vehicle in a well-ventilated area and wear
gloves or wash your hands frequently when servicing your vehicle. For mo\
re information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov/passenger-vehicle.

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Dear Customer,
We would like to congratulate and thank you for the purchase of your Alfa Romeo.
We have written this Owner’s Manual to help you get to know all of the features of your vehicle and use it in the best possible way. Please take the
necessary time to familiarize yourself with all the dynamic features of your vehicle.
Here you will find important information and warnings regarding the use of your vehicle, and how to achieve the best performance from the tech-
nical features of your Alfa Romeo.
You are advised to read through the Owner’s Manual before taking it on the road for the first time. It is important to become familiar with the
controls of your vehicle, especially with sections concerning the brakes, handling, transmission, and vehicle behavior on different road surfaces.
This Owner’s Manual also provides a description of special features and tips, as well as essential information for the safe driving, care, and main -
tenance of your Alfa Romeo over time.
It is supplemented by Warranty Information, and customer-oriented documents. Within this information, you will find a description of the services
that Alfa Romeo offers to its customers, the vehicle's warranty coverage, and the details of the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity.
We are sure that these will help you to get in touch with and appreciate both your new vehicle and the service provided by the people at Alfa Romeo.
For questions or comments pertaining to your vehicle, please contact:
Alfa Romeo Customer Care Center:
P.O. Box 21–8004 Auburn Hills, MI
48321–8004
Phone: 1-844-Alfa-USA
(1-844-253-2872)
Alfa Romeo Customer Care (Canada):
P.O. Box 1621
Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6
Phone: 1-877-230-0563 (English)
Phone: 1-877-515-9112 (French)
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READ THIS CAREFULLY
Refueling
Gas engines: Do not use fuel containing methanol or ethanol E85. Using these mixtures may cause misfiring and driving issues, as well
as damage vital components of the supply system.
Diesel engines: Do not use other products or mixtures as they may cause damage to the engine beyond repair and consequently invali -
date the warranty. For further details on the use of the correct fuel, see
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page 255.
Starting The Engine
Make sure that the electric park brake is engaged and that the transmission is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Next, press the brake pedal,
and then push the engine START/STOP button.
Parking On Flammable Material
The catalytic converter develops high temperatures during operation. Do not park the vehicle on potential fire hazards such as: grass, dry
leaves, pine needles or other flammable material.
Respecting The Environment
The vehicle is fitted with a system that carries out a continuous diagnosis of the emission-related components in order to help protect the
environment (if equipped).
Electrical Accessories
If you decide to add electrical accessories after purchasing the vehicle, with the risk of gradually draining the battery, contact an autho -
rized dealer. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the vehicle's electric system can support the required
load.
Scheduled Servicing
Correctly performed maintenance procedures are essential for ensuring that your vehicle continuously maintains its quality in perfor -
mance and safety features, environmental friendliness, and low running costs.
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DEAR CUSTOMER
READ THIS CAREFULLY
Refueling..................................................... 2
Starting The Engine .................................... 2
Parking On Flammable Material ............... 2
Respecting The Environment .................... 2
Electrical Accessories ................................ 2
Scheduled Servicing .................................. 2
Rollover Warning ........................................ 3
VEHICLE CHANGES / ALTERATIONS
Accessories Purchased By The Owner ...... 4
Installing Electrical/Electronic Devices .... 4
Radio Transmitters And Mobile Phones ... 5
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
KEYS..........................................................18
Key Fob................................................... 18
ENGINE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM ..............20
IGNITION SWITCH ...................................20
Keyless Push Button Ignition ................ 20
REMOTE START — IF EQUIPPED .............22
How To Use Remote Start ..................... 22
To Exit Remote Start Mode ................... 22
Remote Start Comfort Systems —
If Equipped ............................................. 23
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED............................................. 23
To Arm The System................................ 23
To Disarm The System .......................... 23
Volumetric/Anti-Lift Protection —
If Equipped ............................................. 24
DOORS ...................................................... 24
Power Door Locks.................................. 24
Locking The Doors With A Depleted
Battery .................................................... 25 Passive Entry System ........................... 25
Power Lock Safety Device..................... 27
Automatic Door Locks — If Equipped .. 27
Child-Protection Door Lock System — Rear
Doors ...................................................... 27
STEERING WHEEL.................................... 28
Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering
Column ................................................. 28 Heated Steering Wheel —
If Equipped ............................................ 29
DRIVER MEMORY SETTINGS —
IF EQUIPPED............................................. 30
Programming The Memory Feature ..... 30
Memory Position Recall ........................ 30
SEATS ...................................................... 30
Sparco Racing Seats (Quadrifoglio
Vehicles) — If Equipped ......................... 30 Split Folding Rear Seat ......................... 31
Power Adjustment (Front Seats)........... 33
Heated Seats — If Equipped ................ 34
Head Restraints .................................. 35
MIRRORS ..................................................37
Automatic Dimming Mirror ....................37
Vanity Mirror ...........................................37
Outside Power Mirrors .........................38
Power Folding Outside Mirrors ..............38
Outside Automatic Dimming Mirrors —
If Equipped .............................................39 Heated Mirrors .....................................39
UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER
(HOMELINK®) ..........................................39
Before You Begin Programming
HomeLink® ............................................39 Erasing All The HomeLink®
Channels ................................................. 39 Identifying Whether You Have A Rolling
Code Or Non-Rolling Code Device .........40 Programming HomeLink® To A
Garage Door Opener ..............................40 Programming HomeLink® To A
Miscellaneous Device ............................ 41 Reprogramming A Single HomeLink®
Button .....................................................41 Canadian/Gate Operator
Programming .......................................... 41
EXTERIOR LIGHTS ....................................42
Headlight Switch ..................................42
Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) .........42
High Beam Headlights ..........................43
Automatic Headlights ...........................43
Flash-To-Pass .........................................43
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JUMP STARTING .................................... 201
Remote Battery Connection Posts......202
Jump Starting Procedure.....................203
Bump Starting ..................................204
ENGINE OVERHEATING ......................... 204 MANUAL PARK RELEASE ...................... 205TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ............. 205
Four-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models .........206
TOW EYES .............................................. 206
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ..................................... 207EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ............ 207
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ....................... 208
Periodic Checks ...................................208
Heavy Usage Of The Vehicle ...............208
Maintenance Plan (2.0L Engine) ........209
Maintenance Plan (2.9L Engine) ........212
ENGINE COMPARTMENT....................... 214
Checking Levels — 2.0L Engine .......... 214
Checking Levels — 2.9L Engine .......... 215
Engine Oil ............................................. 215
Engine Coolant Fluid............................216
Washer Fluid For Windshield/
Headlights ............................................ 217 Brake Fluid ...........................................217
Automatic Transmission Activation
System Oil ............................................ 217 Useful Advice For Extending The Life Of
Your Battery..........................................217 Battery ..................................................217
Pressure Washing ................................ 218
BATTERY RECHARGING ......................... 218
Important Notes .................................. 218
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ........................ 219
Engine Oil ............................................. 219
Engine Oil Filter ................................... 220
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ..................... 220
Air Conditioning System
Maintenance........................................ 220 Lubricating Moving Parts Of The
Bodywork ............................................. 220 Windshield Wiper................................. 221
Exhaust System ................................... 222
Cooling System .................................... 223
Braking System.................................... 224
Automatic Transmission ..................... 225
Replacing The Battery ......................... 225
Fuses .................................................... 225
Bulb Replacement ............................... 229
TIRES ...................................................... 233
Tire Safety Information .................... 233
Tires — General Information .............. 239
Spare Tires — If Equipped .................. 244
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ............ 245
Tire Types ............................................. 246
Tire Chains and Traction Devices ....... 247
Tire Rotation Recommendations........ 247
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ......... 248
Treadwear ............................................ 248
Traction Grades ................................... 248
Temperature Grades ........................... 248
STORING THE VEHICLE ......................... 249 BODYWORK ........................................... 249
Protection Against Atmospheric
Agents .................................................. 249 Corrosion Warranty ............................. 250
Preserving The Bodywork .................. 250
INTERIORS ............................................. 251
Seats And Fabric Parts ....................... 251
Leather Seats ...................................... 251
Plastic And Coated Parts .................... 251
Alcantara Parts — If Equipped ............ 251
Genuine Leather Parts........................ 251
Carbon Fiber Parts .............................. 252
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (VIN) ....................................... 253
Vehicle Identification Number............ 253
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) Plate ............................................ 253
ENGINE .................................................. 254
POWER SUPPLY ..................................... 255 TRANSMISSION ..................................... 255BRAKES.................................................. 255
SUSPENSION ......................................... 256
STEERING .............................................. 256
DIMENSIONS ......................................... 257
Luggage Compartment Volume ......... 259
WEIGHTS ................................................ 259
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Locking The Doors With A Depleted Battery
Proceed as follows to lock the doors if the
vehicle battery is depleted:
1. With the doors unlocked insert the emer-
gency key from the key fob or a screwdriver
into the door lock manual release lock
cylinder.
Door Lock Manual Release Lock Cylinder
2. Turn the manual release lock cylinder clockwise for the right door locks or coun -
terclockwise for the left door locks.
3. Remove the key/screwdriver from the manual release lock.
Proceed in one of the following ways to realign
the door lock device (only when the battery
charge has been restored):
Push the lock button on the key fob
Push the unlock button on the door panel
Unlock the driver’s door lock with the emer -
gency key
Operate the internal door handle

NOTE:

For the rear doors, if the Child Safety Locks are
engaged, and the previously described locking
procedure is carried out, operating the internal
handle will not open the door. Instead, it will
only realign the lock release device. To open
the door, the outside handle must be used.
The door central locking/unlocking buttons
are not deactivated when the emergency lock
is engaged.
Passive Entry System
The Passive Entry system is an enhancement
to the vehicle’s key fob. This feature allows you
to lock and unlock the vehicle’s door(s) and
liftgate without having to push the key fob lock
or unlock buttons.

NOTE:

Passive Entry may be programmed on/off
through the radio screen. Refer to the Infor -
mation and Entertainment System Owner’s
Manual Supplement for Passive Entry
settings.
The key fob may not be able to be detected
by the vehicle Passive Entry system if it is
located next to a mobile phone, laptop, or
other electronic device; these devices may block the key fob’s wireless signal and
prevent the Passive Entry system from
locking/unlocking the vehicle.
If wearing gloves, or if it has been raining/
snowing on the Passive Entry door handle,
the unlock sensitivity can be affected,
resulting in a slower response time.
If the vehicle is unlocked by Passive Entry
and no door is opened within 60 seconds,
the vehicle will re-lock and (if equipped) will
arm the Vehicle Security system.
To Unlock From The Driver Or Passenger Side
With a valid Passive Entry key fob close to the
door handle, grab the handle to unlock the
vehicle. Grabbing the driver’s door handle will
unlock the driver door automatically. Grabbing
the passenger door handle will unlock all
doors and the liftgate automatically.
Passive Entry Door Handle Button
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To unlock the steering column, push the tilt/
telescoping control handle down to the open
position. To tilt the steering column, move the
steering wheel upward or downward as
desired. To lengthen or shorten the steering
column, pull the steering wheel outward or
push it inward as desired. To lock the steering
column in position, push the tilt/telescoping
control handle to the closed position.
Heated Steering Wheel — If Equipped
The steering wheel contains a heating element
that helps warm your hands in cold weather.
The heated steering wheel has only one
temperature setting. The heated steering
wheel may not turn on when it is already warm.
The heated steering wheel button is located
on the instrument panel.
Push the heated steering wheel button
once to turn the heating element on.
Push the heated steering wheel button a
second time to turn the heating element off.
When the function is enabled, the indicator on
the button will illuminate. Heated Steering Wheel Button

NOTE:

The engine must be running for the heated
steering wheel to operate.
For information on use with the Remote Start
system, see
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page 23.
WARNING!
Do not adjust the steering column while
driving. Adjusting the steering column
while driving or driving with the steering
column unlocked, could cause the driver
to lose control of the vehicle. Failure to
follow this warning may result in serious
injury or death.
Do not place any objects on the steering
wheel (e.g. permanently fixed covers)
which could interfere with the hand detec -
tion sensor on the steering wheel of the
Active Blind Spot Assist (ABSA), Lane
Keeping Assist (LKA), Traffic Jam Assist
(TJA), or Highway Assist systems (HAS) (if
equipped).
WARNING!
It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any
after-market operation involving steering
system or steering column modifications
(e.g. installation of anti-theft device) that
could adversely affect performance. Doing
so could void the New Vehicle Limited
Warrant, cause SERIOUS SAFETY
PROBLEMS INCLUDING INJURY, and also
result in the vehicle not meeting
type-approval requirements.
WARNING!
Persons who are unable to feel pain to the
skin because of advanced age, chronic
illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medi -
cation, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other
physical conditions must exercise care
when using the steering wheel heater. It
may cause burns even at low tempera -
tures, especially if used for long periods.
Do not place anything on the steering
wheel that insulates against heat, such as
a blanket or steering wheel covers of any
type and material. This may cause the
steering wheel heater to overheat.
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Seat Cushion Extension — If Equipped
Lift the adjustment lever and push the front of
the cushion forward or rearward to extend the
cushion by a few inches (centimeters).Seat Cushion Extension
Power Bolster Adjustment — If Equipped
Push the power bolster adjustment buttons to
regulate the width of the backrest through the
lateral padding.
Easy Entry Function
The Easy Entry function is designed to move
the driver side seat forward automatically by
2.36 inches (60 mm) to make it easier for the
driver to get in and out of the car.
The movement is activated only if the seat is
set to a driving position which is in front of the
B-pillar of the vehicle. The function is associated with power driver
seats for each of the three stored positions.
The Easy Entry function can be activated/
deactivated through the radio system. Refer to
the Information and Entertainment System
Owner’s Manual Supplement for further infor
-
mation.
Heated Seats — If Equipped
For information on use with the Remote Start
system, see
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page 23.
Front Heated Seats — If Equipped

NOTE:

Quadrifoglio vehicles equipped with Sparco
Racing Seats will not be equipped with the
heated seat feature.
A push of the heated seat buttons located on
the instrument panel, near the climate
controls, will select the heat levels in order of
highest to lowest. A fourth push of the button
will turn the heated seat off.

NOTE:

The heated seat function can also be activated
through the radio system. Refer to the Infor -
mation and Entertainment System Owner’s
Manual Supplement for further information.
You can select three heating levels:
Maximum — three LED indicators illumi -
nated on the buttons
Average — two LED indicators illuminated
on the buttons
Minimum — one LED indicator illuminated
on the buttons
Heated Seat Buttons
6 — Adjustment Lever
WARNING!
Persons who are unable to feel pain to the
skin because of advanced age, chronic
illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medi
-
cation, alcohol use, exhaustion or other
physical condition must exercise care
when using the seat heater. It may cause
burns even at low temperatures, espe -
cially if used for long periods of time.
Do not place anything on the seat or seat -
back that insulates against heat, such as
a blanket or cushion. This may cause the
seat heater to overheat. Sitting in a seat
that has been overheated could cause
serious burns due to the increased
surface temperature of the seat.
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