2021 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO charging

9

Automatic High Beam Headlights —
If Equipped ............................................. 43 Parking Lights ....................................... 44
Headlight Off Delay ................................ 44
Rear Fog Lights ...................................... 44
Adaptive Headlight System (AFS) —
If Equipped ............................................. 44 Turn Signals ........................................ 44
Lane Change Assist ............................... 44
INTERIOR LIGHTS .....................................44
Front Map Reading Lights ..................... 45
Interior Ambient Lighting ...................... 45
Rear Overhead Light ............................. 46
Instrument Panel Dimmer Control ....... 46
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS....46
Windshield Wiper Operation ............... 46
Rain Sensing Wipers.............................. 47
Rear Window Wiper/Washer................. 48
Headlamp Washers — If Equipped ....... 48
CLIMATE CONTROLS ................................48
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate Control
System ................................................. 49
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT....55
Glove Compartment............................... 55
Center Console ...................................... 56
Rear Armrest .......................................... 56
Power Outlets ...................................... 56
Cigar Lighter And Ash Tray —
If Equipped ............................................. 57 Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped... 57
POWER WINDOWS ................................... 58
Power Window Controls ........................ 58
Auto-Up Feature With Anti-Pinch
Protection............................................... 59 Power Window System Initialization .... 59
Wind Buffeting ...................................... 59
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED.......... 59
Power Sunroof ....................................... 59
Opening And Closing The Sunroof ........ 60
Venting Sunroof ..................................... 60
Sunshade Operation ............................. 60
Pinch Protect Feature ........................... 60
Re-Initialization Procedure.................... 60
Sunroof Maintenance ........................... 61
HOOD ........................................................ 61
Opening The Hood ................................. 61
Closing The Hood................................... 62
POWER LIFTGATE..................................... 62
Opening .................................................. 62
Closing.................................................... 63
Liftgate Initialization .............................. 64
Cargo Area Features ............................. 64
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT
PANEL
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES............. 67
Instrument Cluster ............................... 67
Instrument Cluster Descriptions .......... 68
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY ............69
Instrument Cluster Display
Description .............................................69 Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster
Display ....................................................69 Reconfigurable Display Items ............... 69
Customer Programmable Settings........ 72
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ..................74
Red Warning Lights ................................74
Amber Warning Lights............................ 75
Green Indicator Lights ...........................78
Blue Indicator Lights ..............................78
Red Symbols...........................................78
Amber Symbols ......................................80
Green Symbols .......................................84
Blue Symbols .......................................... 84
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM ............84
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity .......................................... 84
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAM .......................85
21_GU_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 9

12

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
21_GU_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 12

45

Front Map Reading Lights
The front map/reading and overhead lights
are mounted in the overhead console. Each
light can be turned on by pushing the corre-
sponding switch on the console. These
switches are backlit for night time visibility. To
turn the lights off, push the switch a second
time.
Overhead Console
NOTE:

Before exiting the vehicle, ensure that the
overhead lights are off. This will prevent the
battery from discharging once the doors are
closed. If a light is left on accidentally, the
overhead lights will turn off automatically
approximately 15 minutes after the ignition
has been placed in the OFF position.
Overhead Light Timing
On certain models, to assist getting in and out
of the vehicle at night or in poorly-lit areas, two
timed modes have been provided.
Timing While Getting Into The Vehicle
— The
overhead lights turn on according to the
following modes:
Will illuminate for a few seconds when the
doors are unlocked.
Will illuminate for approximately three
minutes when one of the doors is opened.
Will illuminate for a few seconds when the
doors are locked.
Timing is interrupted when the ignition is
placed in the ON/RUN position.
Three Modes Are Available For Turning Off
Overhead Lighting:
When all doors are closed after entering the
vehicle, the three-minute timer will stop and
a seconds timer will start for the interior
lights. This timing will stop when the ignition
is placed in the ON/RUN position.
When doors are locked (either with key fob
or with key inserted on driver side door), the
overhead light turns off.
The interior lights will turn off after
15 minutes to preserve the battery.
Timing While Getting Out Of The Vehicle —
After placing the ignition in the OFF position,
the overhead lights will turn on as follows:
For a few seconds after the engine stops.
For approximately three minutes when one
of the doors is opened.
For a few seconds when the last door is
closed.
The timing stops automatically when the doors
are locked.
Interior Ambient Lighting
The brightness of the interior passenger
compartment lights can be adjusted through
the radio system.
To access the adjustment function, on the
main menu select the following items in
sequence:
1. "Settings"
2. "Lights"
3. "Interior Ambient Lighting"
The lights can be adjusted to seven different
levels of brightness.
1 — Driver’s Reading/Map Light Switch
2 — Rear Overhead Lights Switch
3 — Overhead Lights Switch
4 — Overhead Lights On/Off When Doors Open
5 — Passenger’s Reading/Map Light Switch
6 — Passenger’s Reading/Map Light
7 — Center Reading/Map Light
8 — Driver’s Reading/Map Light
21_GU_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 45

57

Luggage Compartment Power Outlet

NOTE:

Do not connect devices with powers higher
than 150 W to the socket. Do not damage the
outlet by using unsuitable adapters.
115 Volt Power Inverter — If Equipped
The power inverter is located inside of the
center console. It can be used for small
battery-powered electrical appliances with
powers up to 150 W (e.g. cameras, video
camera, tablets, razors, etc.)

NOTE:

Do not connect devices with powers higher
than 150 W to the socket. Do not damage the
socket by using unsuitable adapters. Power Inverter
Cigar Lighter And Ash Tray — If Equipped
If equipped, the cigar lighter is located on the
bottom of the center stack, in front of the
cupholders.
To activate the cigar lighter, push in and wait a
few seconds. Once the cigar lighter has
returned to its original position, it is ready for
use.

NOTE:

Always ensure the cigar lighter is turned off
when not in use.
1 — Cigar Lighter
If equipped, the ash tray is a removable plastic
container located inside the cupholder.
Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped
Wireless Charging Pad

Your vehicle may be equipped with a 15 W (3 A)
Qi wireless charging pad located inside of the
center console. This charging pad is designed
to wirelessly charge your Qi enabled mobile
phone. Qi is a standard that uses magnetic
induction to transfer power to your mobile
device.

21_GU_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 57

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

58

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
21_GU_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 58

203

Jump Starting Procedure
Preparation For Jump Starting:
1. Firmly apply the parking brake, place thegear selector to PARK, place the ignition to
the OFF.
2. Turn off all electrical features in the vehicle. 3. If using another vehicle to jump start the
battery, park the vehicle within the jumper
cables reach, apply the parking brake and
make sure the ignition is OFF.
Cable Connection
Proceed as follows to perform a jump starting
procedure:
1. Connect the positive (+) end of the jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the vehicle
with the discharged battery
2. Connect the opposite end of the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) post of the
booster battery.
3. Connect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable to the negative (-) post of the booster
battery.
4. Connect the opposite end of the negative (-) jumper cable to the remote negative (-) post
of the vehicle with the discharged battery. 5. Start the engine in the vehicle that has the
booster battery, let the engine idle a few
minutes, and then start the engine in the
vehicle with the discharged battery. If
using a portable battery booster pack,
before starting the vehicle, wait a few
seconds after completing the connection.
Cable Disconnection
Once the engine is started, remove the
connection cables in reverse sequence, as
described below:
1. Disconnect the negative (-) end of the jumper cable from the remote negative (-)
post of the vehicle with the discharged
battery.
2. Disconnect the negative end (-) of the jumper cable from the negative (-) post of
the booster battery.
3. Disconnect the opposite end of the posi -
tive (+) jumper cable from the positive (+)
post of the booster battery.
WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to the
negative (-) post of the discharged battery.
The resulting electrical spark could cause
the battery to explode and could result in
serious injury. Only use the specific ground
point, do not use any other exposed metal
parts.
WARNING!
Failure to follow this jump starting
procedure could result in personal injury or
property damage due to battery explosion.
CAUTION!
Failure to follow these procedures could
result in damage to the charging system of
the booster vehicle or the discharged
vehicle.
WARNING!
Do not allow vehicles to touch each other
as this could establish a ground connection
and personal injury could result.
WARNING!
Do not connect the jumper cable to the
negative (-) post of the discharged battery.
The resulting electrical spark could cause
the battery to explode and could result in
serious injury. Only use the specific ground
point, do not use any other exposed metal
parts.
21_GU_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 203

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

204

4. Disconnect the positive (+) end of thejumper cable from the positive (+) post of
the vehicle with the discharged battery.
If frequent jump starting is required to start
your vehicle, you should have the battery and
charging system inspected at an authorized
dealer.
Bump Starting
Never jump start the engine by pushing,
towing or coasting downhill.

NOTE:

You cannot start a vehicle with an automatic
transmission by pushing it.
ENGINE OVERHEATING
If your vehicle is overheating, it will need to be
serviced at an authorized dealer.
Engine overheating may occur in situations
such as (but not limited to) extreme environ -
mental temperatures or frequent engine
stops/starts. If the engine becomes over -heated, the Engine Temperature Warning
Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate
along with a dedicated message
Ú

page 79.
In any of the following situations, you can
reduce the potential for overheating by taking
the appropriate action.
On the highways — slow down.
In city traffic — while stopped, place the
transmission in NEUTRAL, but do not
increase engine idle speed.

NOTE:

There are steps that you can take to slow down
an impending overheat condition:
If your Air Conditioner (A/C) is on, turn it off.
The A/C system adds heat to the engine
cooling system and turning the A/C off can
help remove this heat.
You can also turn the temperature control
to maximum heat, the mode control to floor
and the blower control to high. This allows
the heater core to act as a supplement to
the radiator and aids in removing heat from
the engine cooling system.
NOTE:

If the cooling fan does not operate while the
engine is running, the engine temperature
will increase. Stop the engine and contact
an authorized dealer.
If the engine continues to overheat or
frequently overheats, have the cooling
system inspected. The engine could be seri
-
ously damaged unless repairs are made.
Contact an authorized dealer.
CAUTION!
Accessories plugged into the vehicle power
outlets draw power from the vehicle’s
battery, even when not in use (i.e., cellular
phones, etc.). Eventually, if plugged in long
enough without engine operation, the
vehicle’s battery will discharge sufficiently
to degrade battery life and/or prevent the
engine from starting.
WARNING!
You or others can be badly burned by hot
engine coolant (antifreeze) or steam from
your radiator. If you see or hear steam
coming from under the hood, do not open
the hood until the radiator has had time to
cool. Never try to open a cooling system
pressure cap when the radiator or coolant
bottle is hot.
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If temperature gauge
reads “H”, pull over and stop the vehicle.
Idle the vehicle with the air conditioner
turned off until the pointer drops back into
the normal range. If the pointer remains on
the “H”, turn the engine off immediately,
and call for service.
21_GU_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 204

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

218

Replacing The Battery
If necessary, replace the battery with another
original battery with the same specifications.
Follow the battery manufacturer’s instructions
for maintenance.

NOTE:

It will not be possible to open the liftgate with
a key or by pushing the button in the
passenger compartment when the battery is
disconnected. Always position the manual lift-
gate opening strap on the liftgate lock before disconnecting the battery. The procedure is
described in the “Liftgate Emergency
Opening”
Ú

page 62.
Pressure Washing
Cleaning the engine compartment with a high
pressure washer is not recommended.
BATTERY RECHARGING
Important Notes

NOTE:

Before using the charging device, always
make sure that it is appropriate for the
installed battery, with constant voltage
(below 14.8 Volts) and low amperage
(maximum 15 Amps).
Recharge the battery in a well ventilated
environment.
Before using any devices to charge or to
maintain the charge of the battery, carefully
follow the instructions provided with the
device in order to properly and safely
connect it to the vehicle battery.
You can recharge the battery without discon -
necting the wires of the vehicle's electrical
system.
To reach the battery, remove the load floor
inside the liftgate.
Load Floor
WARNING!
Battery acid is a corrosive solution and
can burn or even blind you. Do not allow
battery acid to contact your eyes, skin, or
clothing. Do not lean over a battery when
attaching clamps. If acid splashes in eyes
or on skin, flush the area immediately with
large amounts of water
Ú
page 201.
Battery gas is flammable and explosive.
Keep flame or sparks away from the
battery. Do not use a booster battery or
any other booster source with an output
greater than 12 Volts. Do not allow cable
clamps to touch each other.
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
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.
WARNING!
Never charge or recharge a frozen battery:
it may explode because of the nitrogen
trapped inside the ice crystals.
At all times while charging or recharging
the battery, make sure that any sparks or
open flames are kept sufficiently far away
from the battery.
21_GU_OM_EN_USC_t.book Page 218