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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ............................81
Starting Procedure................................. 81
Remote Starting System ....................... 81
Cold Weather Operation ........................ 82
Extended Park Starting.......................... 82
If Engine Fails To Start .......................... 82
After Starting — Warming Up The
Engine ..................................................... 83 Stopping The Engine.............................. 83
Turbocharger Cool Down ....................... 83
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER —
IF EQUIPPED ............................................83
ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ...............................84
Engine Break-In...................................... 84
ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE (EPB) .................84
Electric Park Brake (EPB) Operating
Modes ..................................................... 86 Safe Hold ................................................ 86
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION....................86
Display .................................................... 87
Gear Selector ......................................... 87
Transmission Operating Modes ............ 88
Automatic Transmission Limp Home
Mode....................................................... 90 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock
(BTSI) System ......................................... 90 Important Notes ..................................... 90
ALFA DNA / PRO SELECTOR ....................91
Alfa DNA System .................................... 91
Driving Modes ........................................ 92
ALFA ACTIVE SUSPENSION (AAS) —
IF EQUIPPED............................................. 94
STOP/START SYSTEM.............................. 94
Operating Mode ..................................... 95
System Manual Activation/
Deactivation ........................................... 95 Possible Reasons The Engine Does
Not Autostop .......................................... 95 Engine Restarting Conditions ............... 95
Safety Functions .................................... 96
Irregular Operation ................................ 96
Vehicle Inactivity .................................... 96
SPEED LIMITER ........................................ 96
Description ............................................. 96
Activation ............................................... 96
Speed Limit Programming .................... 97
Exceeding The Programmed Speed ..... 97
Programmed Speed Icon Flashing ....... 97
Deactivation ........................................... 97
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS —
IF EQUIPPED............................................. 97
Cruise Control ........................................ 98
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .............. 99
HIGHWAY ASSIST SYSTEM (HAS) —
IF EQUIPPED........................................... 106
To Activate/Deactivate........................ 106
Operation ............................................. 107
Indications On The Display ................. 107
System Status...................................... 108
Limited System Availability/
Operation ............................................. 109
TRAFFIC JAM ASSIST (TJA) SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED .......................................... 109
To Activate/Deactivate ....................... 109
Operation ............................................. 110
Indications On The Display ................. 110
System Status ..................................... 111
Limited System Availability/
Operation ............................................. 111
TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION (TSR)
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED........................ 112
To Activate/Deactivate ....................... 112
Indications On The Display ................. 113
INTELLIGENT SPEED CONTROL (ISC)
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED........................ 113
To Activate/Deactivate ....................... 114
Indications On The Display ................. 114
Acceptance/Rejection Of The
Suggested Speed ................................ 114
PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK
ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ........... 115
ParkSense Sensors............................. 115
ParkSense Display .............................. 116
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense .... 116
ParkSense Warning Display ............... 117
ParkSense System Usage
Precautions ......................................... 117
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED........................ 117
Lane Departure Warning Operation... 117
Turning Lane Departure Warning On
Or Off .................................................... 118 Lane Departure Warning Message .... 118
Changing Lane Departure Warning
Status................................................... 119
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Dusk Sensor Failure
The telltale will illuminate in the case of
failure of the automatic low beam
alignment.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Blind Spot Monitoring System Failure —
If Equipped
The telltale will illuminate in the event of
a Blind Spot Monitoring system failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Fuel Level Sensor Failure
The telltale will illuminate in the event of
fuel level sensor failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Exterior Lights Failure

The telltale will illuminate to indicate a
failure on the following lights: daytime
running lights (DRLs) / parking lights /
trailer turn signal indicators (if present) /
trailer lights (if present) / side lights / turn signal
indicators / rear fog light / reversing light / brake
lights / license plate lights.

The failure may be caused by a blown bulb, a
blown protection fuse, or an interruption of the
electrical connection.
Replace the bulb or the relevant fuse. Contact an
authorized dealer.
Keyless System Failure
The telltale will illuminate in the event of
keyless system failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Fuel Cut-Off System Failure
The telltale will illuminate in the event of
fuel cut-off system failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Lane Departure Warning (LDW) System
Failure — If Equipped
The telltale will illuminate in the event of
a fault in the Lane Departure Warning
system.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Automatic High Beam Headlights
Failure — If Equipped
The telltale will illuminate to report a
failure of the automatic high beam
headlights.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible
to have the failure eliminated.
Automatic Transmission Fluid
Overheating
The telltale will illuminate in the case of
transmission overheating, after a partic -
ularly demanding use. In this case an
engine performance limitation is carried
out.
Wait for the telltale to turn off with the engine off
or idling.
Audio System Failure
The telltale will illuminate to report a
failure of the audio system.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible
to have the failure eliminated.
Speed Limiter System Failure
While driving, the telltale will illuminate
to signal a Speed Limiter system failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible
to have the failure eliminated.
Loose Fuel Filler Cap
Lights up if the fuel tank cap is open or
not properly closed.
Tighten the cap properly.
Electric Park Brake Failure
The telltale will illuminate and a
message will display to signal a failure
in the electric park brake system.
This failure may partially or completely block the
vehicle because the park brake could remain
activated even if automatically or manually
disengaged using the relevant controls. In these
circumstances, you can disengage the park brake
following the emergency disengagement
procedure

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If you are still able to drive the vehicle (park brake
is not engaged), drive to the nearest authorized
dealer and remember, when executing any
maneuvers/commands, that the electric park
brake is not operational.
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However, it is not a safety system and not
designed to prevent collisions. The Cruise Control
function performs differently


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ACC will allow you to keep Cruise Control engaged
in light to moderate traffic conditions without the
constant need to reset your Cruise Control. ACC
uses a radar sensor located behind the front
bumper and a camera located in the center/
upper part of the windshield, to detect the
presence of a vehicle close ahead.
The system sets and holds the vehicle at the
desired speed without needing to press the
accelerator. It also sets and holds a distance
from the vehicle ahead (these settings are set by
the driver).
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 guar -
anteed under the following circumstances, 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
convenience 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 operation 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 warnings 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 distanceconditions.
• Does not always fully recognize complex
driving conditions, which can re sult in
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g or missing distance warnings.
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Activating Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
The minimum set speed for the ACC system is
19 mph (30 km/h) and the maximum is 110 mph
(180 km/h).
The system cannot be activated:
When pressing the brake pedal.
When the brakes are overheated.
When the Electric Park Brake has been
operated.
When either PARK, REVERSE or NEUTRAL is
engaged.
When the engine RPM is above a maximum
threshold.
When the vehicle speed is not within the
operational speed range.
When the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (or
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) or other stability
control systems) are operating or have just
operated.
When the ESC system is off.
When the Forward Collision Warning system (if
equipped) is braking automatically.
In the event of a system failure.
When the engine is off.
In case of obstruction of the radar sensor (in
this case the bumper area where it is located
must be cleaned).
If the system is set, the conditions described
above also cause a cancellation or deactivation
of the system. These situations may vary
according to the conditions.

NOTE:
The system will not be deactivated when speeds
higher than those set are reached by pressing the
accelerator pedal above 110 mph (180 km/h). In
these situations, the system may not work
correctly and it is recommended to deactivate it.
To Activate/Deactivate
The system has four operating states:
Enabled (speed not set)
Activated (speed set)
Paused
Deactivated To Activate
To enable the system, push and release the on/
off button located on the left side on the steering
wheel.
On/Off Button
When the system is enabled and ready to
operate, the display shows the white ACC icon
above dashes in place of the speed.
Enabled Icons
•
Will bring the vehicle to a complete stop
while following a vehicle ahead and holdthe vehicle for approximately twominutes in the stop position. If thevehicle ahead does not start movingwithin two minutes, the parking brakewill be activated and the ACC system will be canceled.
You should switch off the ACC system:
• When driving in fog, heavy rain, heavy
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ow, sleet, heavy traffic, and complex
driving situations (i.e., in highway construction zones).
• When entering a turn lane or highway
off-ramp; when driving on roads that are winding, icy, snow-covered, slippery, or have steep uphill or downhill slopes.
• When circumstances do not allow safe
driving at a constant speed.
WARNING!
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To Resume
Once the system has been canceled but not
deactivated, to resume a previously set speed,
simply push the RES/SET switch upward and
remove your foot from the accelerator to recall it.
The system will be set to the last stored speed.
Setting The Distance Between Vehicles
The distance between your vehicle and the
vehicle ahead may be set to one bar (short), two
bars (medium), three bars (long), or four bars
(maximum).Distance Icons The distances from the vehicle ahead are propor
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tional to speed.
The interval of time with relation to the vehicle
ahead remains constant and varies from one
second (for the short distance one-bar setting) to
two seconds (for the maximum distance four-bar
setting).
The set distance is shown on the display by a
dedicated icon.
The setting is four bars (maximum) the first time
the system is used. After the distance has been
modified by the driver, the new distance will be
stored even if the system is deactivated and
reactivated.
To Decrease The Distance
Push and release the distance button to decrease
the distance setting. The distance setting
decreases by one bar (shorter) every time the
button is pushed.
Distance Button
The set speed is held if there are no vehicles
ahead. Once the shortest distance has been
selected, the next push of the button will set the
maximum distance. If a slower vehicle is detected in the same lane,
the vehicle icon on the display illuminates from
grey to white. The system automatically adjusts
the vehicle’s speed to keep the set distance,
independently of the set speed.
The vehicle holds the set distance until:
The vehicle ahead accelerates to a speed
higher than the set speed.
The vehicle ahead leaves the lane or the
detection field of the Adaptive Cruise Control
system sensor.
The distance setting is changed.
The Adaptive Cruise Control system is
deactivated/paused.
WARNING!
The Resume function should only be used if
traffic and road conditions permit. Resuming a
set speed that is too high or too low for
prevailing traffic and road conditions could
cause the vehicle to accelerate or decelerate
too sharply for safe operation. Failure to follow
these warnings can result in a collision and
death or serious personal injury.
WARNING!
The maximum braking applied by the system
is limited. The driver may apply the brakes in
all cases if needed.
If the system predicts that the braking level is
insufficient to hold the set distance, either
“BRAKE!” or a dedicated message is
displayed to warn the driver of approaching
the vehicle ahead. An acoustic signal is also
emitted. In this case, it is advised to brake
immediately as necessary to hold a safe
distance from the vehicle ahead.
The driver is responsible for ensuring that
there are no pedestrians, other vehicles or
objects along the direction of the vehicle.
Failure to comply with these precautions
may cause serious accidents and injuries.
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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 additional
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
automatically 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 indicator 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 bumper where the sensor is located. Then check
that the message has disappeared.
When the conditions limiting the system
functions 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 situations:
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 ahead.
The offset vehicle may move in and out of the line
of travel, which can cause your vehicle to brake or
accelerate unexpectedly.
Turns And Bends
When driving on a curve with ACC engaged, the
system may increase or decrease the vehicle
speed for stability, with no vehicle ahead
detected. Once the vehicle is out of the curve the
system will resume your original set speed. This is
a part of normal ACC system functionality.

NOTE:

On tight turns ACC performance may be
limited. In this case, it is advisable to
deactivate the system.
The system only limits the speed DURING a
bend and not BEFORE it.
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!
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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Suspension Conditions
The following operations will suspend the HAS
system:
Steer manually
Press the brake pedal
Disable the ACC device
Activate the turn signals
Push the ACC activation setting button for two
seconds to activate Cruise Control
Place the gear selector in PARK, REVERSE, or
NEUTRAL
Reactivating the ACC system will reactivate HAS

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Automatic Deactivation
The system can be deactivated in any of the
following situations:
If there are narrow bends
When hands are removed from the steering
wheel
If the left or right turn signal is activated
If the driver intentionally changes lanes
without using the turn signal
If the driver’s seat belt is released
If the gear selector is placed in DRIVE
If the “Active Braking” function is activated
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If the vehicle exits the highway
If the lane markings are not detected by the
camera
If the ACC device is deactivated
If the vehicle speed exceeds 90 mph
(145 km/h)

NOTE:

When the HAS system is turned off, the symbol
on the display turns red and then grey.
Hands on the steering wheel are detected by a
capacitive sensor installed in it.
When the automatic suspension conditions are
over, HAS will be automatically reactivated.
OPERATION
The HAS system only operates when the driver’s
hands are on the steering wheel.
If the system detects that the driver’s hands have
been removed from the steering wheel, the
system will alert the driver to place their hands
back on the steering wheel

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If the vehicle crosses the lane boundary, the
steering wheel will vibrate and the dedicated
screen will appear in the instrument cluster
display.

NOTE:
The HAS system may take up to five seconds to
turn on once all conditions are met. During this
time, a grey indicator light will appear on the
instrument cluster display and the system will
automatically activate as soon as all of the condi -
tions are met with no intervention from the driver.
The following conditions must be met before the
HAS system turns on:
The HAS system must be enabled by pushing
the button on the steering wheel
The vehicle must be on a highway
ACC must be activated
The right and left lane boundaries must be
visible
The vehicle speed must be between 0 and
90 mph (0 and 145 km/h)
The camera, radar, and radio system must be
functioning properly
The road lane width must be between 8.5 ft
and 13.7 ft (2.6 m and 4.2 m)
The turn signals must not be activated
The HAS system must be functioning properly
Other operating limits:
If the speed of ACC can be set to a higher value
(top speed 110 mph (180 km/h), HAS is only
available as long as the vehicle speed is equal
to or less than 90 mph (145 km/h).
When the ACC speed is reduced and the
vehicle speed is less than 90 mph (145 km/h),
the system will automatically reactivate.
If the ACC speed is set to 90 mph (145 km/h),
traveling downhill may increase the vehicle
speed. The HAS system will deactivate until the
speed returns to 90 mph (145 km/h).
INDICATIONS ON THE DISPLAY
The HAS system status can always be viewed in
the instrument cluster display.
The system status is indicated by the color of the
symbol on the display.
The HAS system uses sensors in the steering
wheel to detect if the driver’s hands are on it.
If the driver’s hands are not on the steering
wheel, a series of warnings will appear in the
instrument cluster display to alert the driver to
reposition their hands on the steering wheel. An
acoustic signal will also sound. After a period of
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Suspension Conditions
The following operations will suspend the TJA
system:
Pressing the brake pedal
Opening the driver’s door
Disabling ACC
If the vehicle speed exceeds 37 mph
(60 km/h)
Releasing the driver’s seat belt
Placing the gear selector in PARK, REVERSE, or
NEUTRAL
If the Forward Collision Warning system or
“Active Braking” intervenes
Automatic Deactivation
System operation will be temporarily disabled
under the following conditions:
When traveling around narrow bends
If the lane boundaries are not detected
One of the two lines is interrupted
The sun is low and reflects on the radar
camera
If the turn signals are activated
If the driver intentionally changes lanes
without using the turn signal
If manual steering begins
If the driver’s hands are removed from the
steering wheel
When there is no surrounding traffic and there
are no horizontal lane boundaries
If the system is not functioning properly
If lateral acceleration is high

NOTE:

When TJA is turned off, the symbol in the
instrument cluster display will turn red, and
then grey.
A sensor in the steering wheel detects whether
the driver’s hands are placed on the steering
wheel.
When the automatic suspension conditions are
over, the TJA system will be automatically
reactivated.
OPERATION
The TJA system can only operate when the
driver’s hands are on the steering wheel.
If the system detects that the driver’s hands have
been removed from the steering wheel, a
message will appear in the instrument cluster
display to alert the driver to place their hands
back on the wheel.

NOTE:

If the vehicle begins to cross the lane
boundary, the steering wheel will vibrate and a
dedicated screen will appear in the instrument
cluster display.
The TJA system may take up to five seconds to
become active once all conditions are met.
The following conditions must be met in order to
activate the system:
The TJA system must be enabled
The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system must
be turned on
The right and left lane boundaries must be
recognized by the system
The vehicle must be traveling at a speed
between 0 and 37 mph (0 and 60 km/h)
The camera, radar, and radio system must be
functioning properly
The road lane width must be between 8.5 ft
and 13.7 ft (2.6 m and 4.2 m)
The turn signals must be turned off
The TJA system must be functioning properly
If the ACC speed is set to 37 mph (60 km/h) or
less, traveling downhill may increase the
vehicle speed. The system will remain inactive
until the speed returns to 37 mph (60 km/h)
or less.
INDICATIONS ON THE DISPLAY
The TJA system status is indicated by the color of
the symbol in the instrument cluster display.
The system uses sensors in the steering wheel to
detect if the driver’s hands are present. If the
driver’s hands are removed, a series of warnings
will appear in the instrument cluster display to
alert the driver to reposition their hands on the
steering wheel. Acoustic signals will also be
emitted.
If the driver’s hands are not returned to the
steering wheel after a period of time, the system
will be disabled.
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