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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 invalidate the 
warranty. For further details on the use of the correct fuel, see  
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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 authorized 
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 performance and 
safety features, environmental friendliness, and low running costs.
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Green Warning Lights
Automatic High Beam Indicator Light 
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Left Turn Signal Indicator Light  
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Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light  
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Right Turn Signal Indicator Light  
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Blue Warning Lights
High Beam Indicator Light 
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Red Symbols
Alfa Steering Torque (AST) Failure
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Alternator Failure  
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Automatic Transmission Failure  
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Brake Disc Temperature 
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Driver Attention Assist (DAA) System Activation  
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Door Open
 
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Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light  
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Engine Coolant Temperature Too High  
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Hood Not Properly Shut  
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Insufficient Engine Oil Level  
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Low Engine Oil Pressure  
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Power Steering Failure  
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Liftgate Not Properly Shut  
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Red Symbols
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IGNITION SWITCH 
KEYLESS PUSH BUTTON IGNITION
This feature allows the driver to operate the 
ignition switch with the push of a button as long 
as the key fob is in the passenger compartment.
The START/STOP ignition button has several 
operating modes. These modes are OFF, ACC, 
and ON/RUN.Keyless Ignition START/STOP Button
The push button ignition can be placed in the 
following modes:
OFF  
The engine is stopped
Steering is locked
Some electrical devices (e.g. central locking, 
alarm, etc.) are still available
ACC  
Engine is not started
Some electrical devices are available (e.g. 
power windows) ON/RUN
 
The engine will start (when foot is on the brake 
pedal)
All electrical devices are available (e.g. climate 
controls, etc.)
If the ignition switch does not change the mode 
by pushing the button, the key fob may have a low 
or depleted battery. In this situation, a backup 
method can be used to operate the ignition 
switch. Proceed as follows:
1. Lift the front armrest.
2. Lay the key fob on the indicated spot in the bottom of the center console, positioning the
key fob as shown in the following image, 
while pushing the START/STOP ignition 
button to start the ignition.
Key Fob Placement Location
NOTE:
For more information on proper engine 
starting procedures, see  
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With the keyless ignition in the ACC position, if 
30 minutes pass with the gear selector in 
PARK and the engine stopped, the keyless 
ignition will automatically reset to the OFF 
position.
When opening the driver's door with the ignition 
in the ACC position (engine not running), a chime 
will sound to remind you to place the ignition in 
the OFF position. In addition to the chime, the 
message will display “Ignition Or Accessory On” in 
the cluster 
  
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 WARNING!
When exiting the vehicle, always make sure the 
ignition is in the OFF position, remove the key 
fob from the vehicle, and lock your vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or 
with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle 
unattended is dangerous for a number of 
reasons. A child or others could be seriously 
or fatally injured. Children should be warned 
not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal 
or the gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the 
vehicle, or in a location accessible to 
children, and do not leave the Keyless Push 
Button Ignition in the ON/RUN position. A 
child could operate power windows, other 
controls, or move the vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals inside 
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat 
buildup may cause serious injury or death.
 CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation for thieves. 
Always remove key fob from the vehicle and 
lock all doors when leaving the vehicle 
unattended.
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REMOTE START — 
IF EQUIPPED  
This system uses the key fob to start the 
engine conveniently from outside the 
vehicle while still maintaining security.
NOTE:
Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob 
may reduce this range  
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HOW TO USE REMOTE START
Push the Remote Start button on the key fob 
twice within five seconds. The vehicle doors will 
lock, the turn signals will flash twice, and the horn 
will chirp twice. Pushing the Remote Start button 
a third time shuts the engine off.
NOTE:
With Remote Start, the engine will only run for 
15 minutes.
Remote Start can only be used twice.
If an engine fault is present or fuel level is low, 
the vehicle will start and then shut down in 10 
seconds.
The parking lights will turn on and remain on 
during Remote Start mode.
For security, power window and power sunroof 
(if equipped) operation is disabled when the 
vehicle is in the Remote Start mode.
The ignition must be placed in the ACC position 
before the Remote Start sequence can be 
repeated for a third cycle.
All of the following conditions must be met before 
the engine will remote start:
Gear selector in PARK
Doors closed
Hood closed
Liftgate closed
Hazard switch off
Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not 
pressed)
Battery at an acceptable charge level
PANIC button not pushed
System not disabled from previous Remote 
Start event
Vehicle Security system indicator flashing
Ignition in OFF position
Fuel level meets minimum requirement
Vehicle Security system is not signaling an 
intrusion
Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) is not 
illuminated
TO EXIT REMOTE START MODE
To drive the vehicle after starting the Remote 
Start system, either push and release the unlock 
button on the key fob to unlock the doors, or 
unlock the vehicle using Passive Entry via the 
door handles, and disarm the Vehicle Security 
system (if equipped). Then, prior to the end of the 
15 minute cycle, push and release the START/
STOP ignition button while pressing the brake 
pedal.
The Remote Start system will turn the engine off 
if the Remote Start button is pushed again, or if 
the engine is allowed to run for the entire 
15 minute cycle.
REMOTE START COMFORT SYSTEMS — 
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F EQUIPPED
When Remote Start is activated, the heated 
steering wheel and front heated seat features will 
automatically activate when ambient 
temperature is less than 39°F (4°C). These 
features will stay on through the duration of 
Remote Start.
NOTE:
This feature can be activated through the radio 
system. Refer to the Information and Entertain -
ment System Owner’s Manual Supplement for 
further information.
 WARNING!
Do not start or run an engine in a closed 
garage or confined area. Exhaust gas 
contains Carbon Monoxide (CO) which is 
odorless and colorless. Carbon Monoxide is 
poisonous and can cause serious injury or 
death when inhaled.
Keep key fobs away from children. Operation 
of the Remote Start system, windows, door 
locks or other controls could cause serious 
injury or death.
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When the function is disabled, the light on the 
Volumetric/Anti-Lift Protection button flashes for 
several seconds.
Volumetric/Anti-Lift Protection Button
Any disabling of the Volumetric/Anti-Lift 
Protection must be repeated each time the 
ignition is placed in the OFF position.
DOORS
POWER DOOR LOCKS
The power door lock switches are located on each 
front door panel. Push the switch to lock or unlock 
the doors.
Push the interior lock button on the rear door 
panel trim to lock the rear doors only. Door Lock And Unlock Switch Panel
LOCKING THE DOORS WITH A DEPLETED 
B
ATTERY
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
 WARNING!
Do not leave children or animals inside 
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat 
buildup may cause serious injury or death.
For personal security and safety in the event 
of a collision, lock the vehicle doors as you 
drive as well as when you park and leave the 
vehicle.
Before exiting a vehicle, always shift the 
automatic transmission into PARK, apply the 
parking brake, turn the engine OFF, remove the 
key fob from the vehicle and lock your vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or 
with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle 
unattended is dangerous for a number of 
reasons. A child or others could be seriously 
or fatally injured. Children should be warned 
not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal 
or the gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the 
vehicle, or in a location accessible to 
children. A child could operate power 
windows, other controls, or move the vehicle.
 CAUTION!
An unlocked vehicle is an invitation. Always 
remove the key from the ignition and lock all of 
the doors when leaving the vehicle 
unattended.
 WARNING!
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Clock & Date
The following settings can be modified under the 
“Clock & Date” menu:
Sync With GPS Time: activates or deactivates 
the clock synchronization through the GPS. If 
the function is deactivated, the options Set 
Time and Set Date are enabled.
Set Time: set the time manually.
Time Format: set the time format to either a 
12-hour or a 24-hour clock.
Set Date: set the date manually.
Restore Clock & Date Settings: restores the 
factory settings.
To access and change the setting, turn and push 
the Rotary Pad or press the desired setting on the 
touchscreen.
Cluster
The following settings can be modified under the 
“Cluster” menu:
Warning Buzzer Volume: set the volume of the 
warning buzzer on seven levels.
Trip B: activate or deactivate the Trip function.
Show Phone Info: activate/deactivate 
repetition of the phone function screens also 
on the instrument cluster display.
Show Audio Info: activate/deactivate 
repetition of the audio function screens (Radio 
and Media) also on the instrument cluster 
display.
Show Nav Info: activate/deactivate repetition 
of the navigator function screens also on the 
instrument cluster display.
Digital Speed on all screens: activate/deacti -
vating of digital speed on the instrument 
cluster display screens other than the main 
screen.
Consumption Bar: activate/deactivate the 
consumption baron the display screens of the 
instrument panel where it is available.
Performance Pages: choose, for each driving 
mode, one of the two alternative contents 
displayed in the screen.
Custom Areas: select which content to display 
in each of the three customizable areas on the 
display of the instrument panel: time, date, 
outside temperature, radio information, 
compass.
Restore Cluster Settings: deletes the current 
settings and restores the factory settings.
To access and the change the setting, turn and 
push the Rotary Pad or press the desired setting 
on the touchscreen.
WARNING LIGHTS AND 
MESSAGES ON THE 
INSTRUMENT PANEL
The following pages consist of warning lights and 
messages.
NOTE:
The warning light turns on together with a 
dedicated message and/or chime when 
applicable. These indications are precau -
tionary and as such must not be considered as 
exhaustive and/or alternative to the 
information contained in the Owner’s Manual,  which you are advised to read carefully in all 
cases. Always refer to the information in this 
section in the event of a failure indication.
The failure indicators appearing on the display 
are divided into two categories: very serious 
and less serious faults. Serious faults are 
indicated by a repeated and prolonged 
warning cycle. Less serious faults are 
indicated by a warning cycle with a shorter 
duration. You can stop the warning cycle in 
both cases by pushing the button located on 
the windshield wiper stalk. The instrument 
panel warning light will stay on until the cause 
of the failure is eliminated.
RED WARNING LIGHTS
Air Bag Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to 
indicate a fault with the air bag, and will 
turn on for four to eight seconds as a 
bulb check when the ignition is placed 
in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position. This 
light will illuminate with a single chime when a 
fault with the air bag has been detected, it will 
stay on until the fault is cleared. If the light is 
either not on during startup, stays on, or turns on 
while driving, have the system inspected at an 
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Brake Warning Light 
This warning light monitors various 
brake functions, including brake fluid 
level and parking brake application. If 
the brake light turns on it may indicate 
that the parking brake is applied, that the brake 
fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with 
the Anti-Lock Brake System reservoir.
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If the light remains on when the parking brake has 
been disengaged, and the fluid level is at the full 
mark on the master cylinder reservoir, it indicates 
a possible brake hydraulic system malfunction or 
that a problem with the Brake Booster has been 
detected by the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) / 
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system. In this 
case, the light will remain on until the condition 
has been corrected. If the problem is related to the 
brake booster, the ABS pump will run when 
applying the brake, and a brake pedal pulsation 
may be felt during each stop.
The dual brake system provides a reserve braking 
capacity in the event of a failure to a portion of the 
hydraulic system. A leak in either half of the dual 
brake system is indicated by the Brake Warning 
Light, which will turn on when the brake fluid level 
in the master cylinder has dropped below a 
specified level.
The light will remain on until the cause is corrected.
NOTE:
The light may flash momentarily during sharp 
cornering maneuvers, which change fluid level 
conditions. The vehicle should have service 
performed, and the brake fluid level checked.
If brake failure is indicated, immediate repair is 
necessary.
Vehicles equipped with the Anti-Lock Brake 
System (ABS) are also equipped with Electronic 
Brake Force Distribution (EBD). In the event of an 
EBD failure, the Brake Warning Light will turn on 
along with the ABS Light. Immediate repair to the 
ABS system is required.
Operation of the Brake Warning Light can be 
checked by turning the ignition switch from the 
OFF position to the ON/RUN position. The light 
should illuminate for approximately two seconds. 
The light should then turn off unless the parking 
brake is applied or a brake fault is detected. If the 
light does not illuminate, have the light inspected 
by an authorized dealer.
The light also will turn on when the parking brake 
is applied with the ignition switch in the ON/RUN 
position.
NOTE:
This light shows only that the parking brake is 
applied. It does not show the degree of brake 
application.
Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) 
Failure 
The simultaneous turning on of the 
BRAKE (red) and   (amber) warning 
lights with the engine on indicates either 
a failure of the EBD system or that the 
system is not available. In this case, the rear 
wheels may suddenly lock and the vehicle may 
swerve when braking abruptly.
Drive very carefully to the nearest authorized 
dealer to have the system inspected immediately.
Oil Temperature Warning Light
This telltale indicates engine oil 
temperature is high.
Stop the vehicle and shut off the engine as soon 
as possible. If the problem persists, contact an 
authorized dealer.
Seat Belt Reminder Warning Light  
When the ignition is first placed in the 
ON/RUN position, if the driver’s seat 
belt is unbuckled, a chime will sound 
and the light will turn on. When driving, 
if the driver or front passenger seat belt remains 
unbuckled, the Seat Belt Reminder Light will flash 
or remain on continuously and a chime will sound  
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The fault of the warning light is signaled by the 
turning on of the icon on the instrument panel. 
In this case, the warning light may not indicate 
any faults with the restraint systems. Before 
proceeding, contact an authorized dealer to 
have the system checked immediately.
If the warning light does not turn on when the 
ignition device is moved to ON or if it stays on 
when driving (together with the message on the 
display), there might be a fault in the restraint 
systems; in this case, the air bags or preten -
sioners may not deploy in the event of an 
accident or, in a lower number of cases, they 
could deploy erroneously. Before proceeding, 
contact an authorized dealer to have the 
system checked immediately.
 WARNING!
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GREEN INDICATOR LIGHTS
Automatic High Beam Indicator Light — If 
Equipped
This indicator light will illuminate when 
the automatic high beam headlights are 
activated.
Left Turn Signal Indicator Light 
The instrument cluster directional arrow 
will flash independently for the left turn 
signal as selected, as well as the 
exterior turn signal lamp(s) (front and 
rear) as selected when the multifunction lever is 
moved down (left). This directional arrow will 
flash in conjunction with the right directional 
arrow when the hazard warning light button is 
pushed.
Parking/Headlights On Indicator Light 
This indicator will illuminate when the 
parking lights or headlights are turned 
on.
Right Turn Signal Indicator Light 
The instrument cluster directional arrow 
will flash independently for the right 
turn signal as selected, as well as the 
exterior turn signal lamp(s) (front and 
rear) as selected when the multifunction lever is 
moved up (right). This directional arrow will flash 
in conjunction with the left directional arrow 
when the hazard warning light button is pushed.
BLUE INDICATOR LIGHTS
High Beam Indicator Light — If Equipped
This indicator shows that the high beam 
headlights are on. Push the 
multifunction control lever away from 
you to switch the headlights to high 
beam. Push the lever a second time to switch the 
headlights back to low beam. Pull the lever 
toward you for a temporary high beam on, “flash 
to pass” scenario.
RED SYMBOLS
Alfa Steering Torque (AST) Failure
The switching on of the telltale signals a 
failure in the automatic steering 
correction system.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the system 
checked.
Alternator Failure 
The switching on of the telltale with 
engine on corresponds to an alternator 
failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as 
possible.
Automatic Transmission Failure
The telltale turns on, together with a 
buzzer warning, to indicate that the 
automatic transmission is faulty.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as 
possible.
Brake Disc Temperature
When the symbol turns on, it indicates 
an excessive temperature of the brake 
discs. Let the breaking system cool 
down by reducing the speed.
Driver Attention Assist (DAA) System 
Activation
The symbol appears, together with a 
message on the display, in case of 
activation of the DAA system.
Stop to pause while driving, pulling the car over in 
safe conditions.
 WARNING!
The TPMS has been optimized for the original 
equipment tires and wheels. TPMS pressures 
and warning have been established for the tire 
size equipped on your vehicle. Undesirable sys -
tem operation or sensor damage may result 
when using replacement equipment that is not 
of the same size, type, and/or style. Aftermarket 
wheels can cause sensor damage. Using after -
market tire sealants may cause the Tire Pres -
sure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor to 
become inoperable. After using an aftermarket 
tire sealant it is recommended that you take 
your vehicle to an authorized dealership to have 
your sensor function checked.
 CAUTION!
Driving the vehicle with this symbol on may 
severely damage the gearbox, with resulting 
breakage. The oil may also overheat: contact 
with hot engine or with exhaust components 
at high temperature could cause fires.
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