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TEMPERATURE GRADES
The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the
tire's resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat,
when tested under controlled conditions
on a specified indoor laboratory test
wheel. Sustained high temperature can
cause the material of the tire to
degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. The grade C
corresponds to a level of performance,
which all passenger vehicle tires must
meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle
Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and
A represent higher levels of
performance on the laboratory test
wheel, than the minimum required by
law.
STORING THE VEHICLE
If the vehicle is left inactive for longer than a
month, the following precautions should be
observed:
Park the vehicle in an area that is covered and
dry, and well-ventilated if possible. Slightly
open the windows.
Check that the Electric Park Brake (EPB) is not
activated.
Carry out the “Liftgate Emergency Opening”
procedure
Ú
page 59.
Disconnect the negative battery terminal and
check the battery charge. Repeat this check
once every three months during storage.
If the battery is not disconnected from the
electrical system, check its state of charge
every 30 days.
Clean and protect the painted parts using
protective wax.
Clean and protect the shiny metal parts using
special compounds available commercially.
Sprinkle talcum powder on the windshield
wiper rubber blades, and lift them off the
glass.
Cover the vehicle with a fabric or perforated
plastic sheet, paying particular care not to
damage the painted surface by dragging any
dust that may have accumulated on it. Do not
use compact plastic sheets, as they do not
allow humidity to evaporate from the surface
of the vehicle.
Inflate tires to +7.25 psi (+0.5 bar) above the
standard prescribed pressure and check it
periodically.
Do not drain the engine cooling system.
Any time the vehicle is left inactive for two
weeks or more, operate the air conditioning
system with engine idling for at least five
minutes, setting external air and with fan set to
maximum speed. This operation will ensure
appropriate lubrication for the system, thus
minimizing the possibility of damage to the
compressor when the system is operated
again.
NOTE:
After cycling the ignition to STOP and having
closed the driver side door, wait at least one
minute before disconnecting the electrical supply
from the battery. When reconnecting the elec-
trical supply to the battery, make sure that the
ignition is in the STOP position and the driver’s
side door is closed.
WARNING!
The traction grade assigned to this tire is
based on straight-ahead braking traction
tests, and does not include acceleration, cor -
nering, hydroplaning, or peak traction charac -
teristics.
WARNING!
The temperature grade for this tire is estab -
lished for a tire that is properly inflated and not
overloaded. Excessive speed, under-inflation,
or excessive loading, either separately or in
combination, can cause heat buildup and pos-
sible tire failure.
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Engine Compartment
At the end of every Winter, wash the engine
compartment thoroughly, taking care not to aim
the jet of water directly at the electronic control
units or at the windshield wiper motors. Have this
operation performed at a specialized workshop
Ú
page 200.
NOTE:
The washing should take place with the engine
cold and the ignition device in the STOP position.
After the washing operation, make sure that the
various protections (e.g. rubber caps and guards)
have not been removed or damaged.
INTERIORS
Periodically check the cleanliness of the interior,
beneath the mats, which could cause oxidation of
the sheet metal.
SEATS AND FABRIC PARTS
Remove dust with a soft brush or a vacuum
cleaner. It is advised to use a moist brush on
velvet upholstery. Rub the seats with a sponge
moistened with a solution of water and neutral
detergent.
Cleaning heat press images on seats —
if equipped:
Due to the color, opacity and wear-resistant
protection with which the heat press images on
some seats are made, they may be subject to
temporary scratching if they are touched by finger
nails, keys, or other hard objects. In such cases,
the visible signs do not impair the profiled
images, and can easily be removed by wiping the affected area with a microfiber cloth moistened
with water (not dry) to restore the seat to its
original condition. The microfiber cloth must not
have been previously soaked in other substances
or detergents.
LEATHER SEATS
Remove the dry dirt with a chamois or slightly
damp cloth, without exerting too much pressure.
Remove any liquid or grease stains using an
absorbent dry cloth, without rubbing. Then clean
with a soft cloth or buckskin cloth dampened with
water and mild soap. If the stain persists, use
specific products and observe the instructions
carefully.
NOTE:
Never use alcohol. Make sure that the cleaning
products used contain no alcohol or alcohol deriv
-
atives, even in small quantities.
PLASTIC AND COATED PARTS
Clean interior plastic parts with a damp cloth (if
possible made from microfiber), and a solution of
water and neutral, non-abrasive detergent.
To clean oily or persistent stains, use specific
products free from solvents and designed to
maintain the original appearance and color of the
components.
Remove any dust using a microfiber cloth, if
necessary moistened with water. The use of
paper tissues is not recommended as these may
leave residues.
ALCANTARA PARTS — IF EQUIPPED
Alcantara parts maintenance procedure:
Treat the surface with a microfiber cloth
moistened with mild marseille soap and water,
taking care to apply a uniform light pressure
over the entire area (do not rub vigorously).
Rinse and wring out the microfiber cloth, and
pass it over the entire area again.
Let it dry, and then brush gently with a soft
brush.
GENUINE LEATHER PARTS
Use only water and mild soap to clean these
parts. Never use alcohol or alcohol-based
products.
Before using a specific product for cleaning
interiors, make sure that it does not contain
alcohol and/or alcohol based substances.
CARBON FIBER PARTS
To eliminate small scratches and marks on the
carbon, contact an authorized dealer. An
improperly performed operation may irreparably
damage the carbon.
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.
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For the enthusiasts, the technician, or those who
just want to know every detail of their vehicle,
useful information on understanding how your
vehicle works is contained in this chapter and
illustrated with data, tables, and graphics.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (VIN)
The VIN is stamped on a plate on the front left
corner of the dashboard trim, which can be seen
from outside the vehicle, through the windshield.
Windshield VIN Location
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN)
P
LATE
The plates are located on the left side A-pillar and
contain the following data:
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Vehicle type (USA and Canada only).
Color code.
Place of manufacturing of the vehicle (USA and
Mexico only).
Vehicle manufacturing date.
Maximum permitted weights.
Permitted tire inflation pressure (USA and
Canada only).
ENGINE
2.0L Engine
Cycle Four
Number and position of cylinders 4 inline
Piston bore and stroke (mm) 84 / 90
Total displacement (cm³) 1,995
Compression ratio 10:1
Maximum power (SAE) (HP) 280
Maximum power (kW) 209
Corresponding engine speed (RPM) 5,200
Maximum torque (SAE) (ft-lb) 295
Maximum torque (Nm) 400
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INDEX
A
Accessories Purchased By The Owner.......... 4
Active Blind Spot Assist .............................141
Active Safety Systems ................................ 135
Active Speed Limiter .................................... 97
Active Torque Vectoring (ATV) System ......135
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise
Control) ................................................ 98, 100Off ........................................................... 101
On............................................................101
Additives, Fuel ............................................ 240
Adjust Forward.............................................. 31, 33
Rearward ........................................... 31, 33
Air Bag......................................................... 157 Air Bag Operation ...................................158Air Bag Warning Light ............................156
Driver Knee Air Bag................................ 159Enhanced Accident Response .....161, 190
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...................190
Front Air Bag...........................................157
If Deployment Occurs ............................161
Knee Impact Bolsters ............................159
Maintaining Your Air Bag System.......... 163
Maintenance ..........................................163
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light.........157
Side Air Bags ..........................................159
Transporting Pets...................................173
Air Bag Light ......................................156, 173
Air Pressure Tires ........................................................222
Alfa Active Suspension (AAS)....................... 94
Alfa DNA System .......................................... 92
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ....................... 241
Anti-Lock Braking (ABS) System ................ 135 Anti-Lock Warning Light ...............................72
Automatic Climate Controls .........................48
Automatic Dimming Mirror...........................37
Automatic Door Locks ..................................28
Automatic Headlights ...................................43
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ........48
Automatic Transmission ..............................86
Auxiliary Driving Systems .......................... 139
Auxiliary Power Outlet ..................................54
B
Battery ..................................................74, 199 Charging System Light .............................74
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ................20
Battery Recharging .................................... 200
Belts, Seat .................................................. 173
Blind Spot Monitoring ............................... 139
Bodywork (Cleaning And Maintenance) ... 231
B-Pillar Location......................................... 219
Brake System Warning Light .................................... 70, 71
Brakes ........................................................ 235 Brake Fluid Level................................... 199
Brightness, Interior Lights............................45
Bulbs, Light ................................................ 174
C
Camera, Rear ............................................. 122
Capacities, Fluid ........................................ 241
Carbon Monoxide Warning .............. 174, 175
Cargo Compartment .....................................62
Certification Label ..................................... 126
Chart, Tire Sizing........................................ 217
Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light)..............................................80 Checking Levels ................................ 196, 197
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 173
Checks, Safety ........................................... 173
Child Restraint ........................................... 164
Child Restraints
Booster Seats ........................................ 166
Child Seat Installation ........................... 171
How To Stow An unused ALR SeatBelt ..................................................... 170
Infant And Child Restraints ................... 165
LATCH Positions ..................................... 167
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .............................................. 167
Older Children And Child Restraints ..... 166
Seating Positions ................................... 167
Clean Air Gasoline ..................................... 239
Cleaning Wheels.................................................... 227
Climate Control ......................................48, 53 Automatic ................................................. 48
Compact Spare Tire ................................... 226
Contract, Service........................................ 245
Cooling System Cooling Capacity .................................... 241
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ......... 241
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .......... 98, 100
Customer Assistance ................................. 245
D
Daytime Running Lights .............................. 42
Defroster, Windshield ................................ 173
Dimensions ................................................ 236
Disabled Vehicle Towing............................ 188
Door Ajar.................................................75, 76
Door Ajar Light .......................................75, 76
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INDEX
Intelligent Speed Control System..............113
Interior Lights ............................................... 44
Interiors (Cleaning)..................................... 232
J
Jump Starting ............................................. 184
K
Keyless Enter 'n Go™ ................................... 26Passive Entry ............................................ 26
Keys .............................................................. 19
L
Lane Change And Turn Signals ................... 44
Lane Departure Warning System ..............117
Lane Keep Assist System ..........................119
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................................152
Latches .......................................................174
Leaks, Fluid ................................................174
Life Of Tires.................................................225
Liftgate .......................................................... 59
Light Bulbs ..................................................174 Types Of Bulbs ....................................... 212
Lights .......................................................... 174 Air Bag .................................... 70, 156, 173Automatic Headlights .............................. 43
Brake Warning .................................. 70, 71Courtesy/Reading ............................. 44, 45Daytime Running ..................................... 42
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator ........................................ 72, 75 Exterior ................................................... 174
Fog...................................................... 44, 73
Headlight Switch ......................................42
Headlights.................................................42
High Beam ................................................42
Instrument Cluster ...................................42
Intensity Control .......................................45
Interior.......................................................45
Low Fuel ....................................................77
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ....72
Map ...........................................................44
Oil Temperature........................................ 71
Park .................................................... 43, 74
Reading .....................................................44
Seat Belt Reminder ..................................71
Turn Signals .............................. 44, 74, 174
Warning Instrument Cluster
Descriptions .................................. 74, 75
Loading Vehicle ......................................... 126 Tires........................................................ 219
Locks Automatic Door.........................................28
Child Protection ........................................ 28
M
Maintenance .................................................59
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check
Engine) ................................................... 72, 80
Manual Service ................................................... 247
Memory Feature (Memory Seats) ................30
Memory Seat.................................................30
Methanol .................................................... 239 Mirrors .......................................................... 37
Automatic Dimming ................................. 37
Electric Powered ...................................... 38
Electric Remote ....................................... 38
Heated...................................................... 38
O
Occupant Restraints .................................. 151
Oil Pressure Light ......................................... 75
Oil, Engine Capacity.................................................. 241
Pressure Warning Light ........................... 75
Recommendation .................................. 241
Viscosity ................................................. 241
Opener, Garage Door (Homelink) ............... 39
Operator Manual Owner's Manual ..................................... 247
Outlet Power........................................................ 54
Overheating, Engine .................................. 187
P
Paintwork (Cleaning And Maintenance) ... 231
Panic Brake Assist (PBA) System.............. 138
Park Assist.................................................. 115
ParkSense System ..................................... 115
Passive Entry ................................................ 26
Performance (Top Speed) ......................... 244
Pets ............................................................. 173
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ..... 219
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INDEX
Stop/Start System ....................................... 95
Storage Console ..................................................... 54
Suggestions For Driving .............................132
Sun Roof ................................................ 57, 59
Supplemental Restraint System –
Air Bag......................................................... 157
Suspension .................................................235
Symbol Glossary ........................................... 14
Symbols .......................................................... 6
System, Remote Starting ............................. 23
T
Telescoping Steering Column...................... 29
Tilt Steering Column..................................... 29
Tire And Loading Information Placard ......219
Tire Markings..............................................216
Tire Safety Information .............................. 216
Tire Service Kit ...........................................181
Tires .................................174, 222, 226, 229 Aging (Life Of Tires) ................................ 225Air Pressure ............................................ 222
Changing.................................................181
Compact Spare ...................................... 226
General Information......................222, 226
High Speed ............................................. 223
Inflation Pressure...................................222Life Of Tires ............................................ 225
Load Capacity................................219, 220Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...... 73
Quality Grading....................................... 229
Radial......................................................224
Replacement ..........................................225
Safety .............................................216, 222
Sizes .......................................................217 Snow Tires ............................................. 228
Spare Tires.................................... 226, 227
Spinning ................................................. 225
Trailer Towing ........................................ 130
Tread Wear Indicators........................... 225
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .................. 129
Towing ............................................... 127, 128 Disabled Vehicle.................................... 188
Towing Eyes ............................................... 189
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) ...................................................... 149
Traction Control System (TCS) .................. 139
Traffic Jam Assist System ......................... 109
Traffic Sign Recognition System ............... 112
Trailer Towing............................................. 127 Hitches ................................................... 128
Minimum Requirements ....................... 129Tips ......................................................... 131
Trailer And Tongue Weight........... 128, 129
Wiring ..................................................... 130
Trailer Towing Guide.................................. 128
Trailer Weight............................................. 128
Transmission ............................................. 235
Transporting Pets ...................................... 173
Tread Wear Indicators ............................... 225
Turn Signals ........................................... 44, 74
U
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Features.........26
Passive Entry Programming.....................26
Uniform Tire Quality Grades...................... 229
Universal Garage Door Opener (HomeLink®)
S..........................................39
Universal Transmitter ...................................39 Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ............... 154
Use Of The Owner’s Manual........................... 5
V
Vehicle Changes/Alterations ......................... 4
Vehicle Identification Number .................. 233
Vehicle Loading ................................. 126, 220
W
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster
Descriptions) ................................................ 72
Warnings, Roll Over ........................................ 3
Warranty Information ................................ 246
Washer Fluid For Windshield/
Headlights .................................................. 198
Washers, Windshield ................................... 46
Weights ....................................................... 238
Wheel And Wheel Tire Care....................... 227
Wheel And Wheel Tire Trim ....................... 227
Wheels And Tires ....................................... 216
Wind Buffeting ............................................. 57
Windows Power........................................................ 56
Windows (Cleaning) ................................... 231
Windshield Defroster ................................. 173
Windshield Washers .................................... 46
Windshield Wiper Replacing Blades ................................... 203
Windshield Wipers ....................................... 46
Wipers, Rain Sensitive................................. 46
Wireless Charging Pad ................................ 55
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