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JUMP STARTING  ................................... 184
Remote Battery Connection Posts......184
Jump Starting Procedure.....................186
Bump Starting  ..................................... 187
ENGINE OVERHEATING ......................... 187 MANUAL PARK RELEASE ...................... 188TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE  ............ 188
Four-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models .........189
TOW EYES  ............................................. 189ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE 
SYSTEM (EARS)  .................................... 190EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ............ 190
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ....................... 191
Periodic Checks ...................................191
Heavy Usage Of The Vehicle ...............191
Maintenance Plan — 2.0L Engine .......192
Maintenance Plan — 2.9L Engine .......194
ENGINE COMPARTMENT....................... 196
Checking Levels — 2.0L Engine .......... 196
Checking Levels — 2.9L Engine .......... 197
Engine Oil ............................................. 197
Engine Coolant Fluid............................198
Washer Fluid For Windshield/
Headlights ............................................ 198 Brake Fluid ...........................................199
Automatic Transmission Activation 
System Oil ............................................ 199 Useful Advice For Extending The 
Life Of Your Battery .............................. 199 Battery ..................................................199
Pressure Washing ................................ 200
BATTERY RECHARGING ......................... 200
Important Notes .................................. 200
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ........................ 201
Engine Oil ............................................. 201
Engine Oil Filter ................................... 201
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ..................... 201
Air Conditioning System 
Maintenance........................................ 201 Lubricating Moving Parts Of The 
Bodywork ............................................. 202 Windshield Wiper................................. 202
Exhaust System ................................... 204
Cooling System .................................... 204
Braking System.................................... 205
Automatic Transmission ..................... 206
Replacing The Battery ......................... 206
Fuses .................................................... 206
Bulb Replacement ............................... 212
TIRES  ..................................................... 216
Tire Safety Information ....................... 216
Tires — General Information ............... 222
Spare Tires — If Equipped ................... 226
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ............... 227
Tire Types ............................................. 227
Tire Chains and Traction Devices ....... 228
Tire Rotation Recommendations........ 229
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION 
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES  ........ 229
Treadwear ............................................ 229
Traction Grades ................................... 229
Temperature Grades ........................... 230
STORING THE VEHICLE ......................... 230
BODYWORK ........................................... 231
Protection Against Atmospheric 
Agents .................................................. 231 Corrosion Warranty ............................. 231
Preserving The Bodywork  .................. 231
INTERIORS ............................................. 232
Seats And Fabric Parts ....................... 232
Leather Seats ...................................... 232
Plastic And Coated Parts .................... 232
Alcantara Parts — If Equipped ............ 232
Genuine Leather Parts........................ 232
Carbon Fiber Parts .............................. 232
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(VIN) ....................................................... 233
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 
Plate ..................................................... 233
ENGINE .................................................. 233
POWER SUPPLY ..................................... 234 TRANSMISSION ..................................... 235BRAKES.................................................. 235
SUSPENSION ......................................... 235
STEERING .............................................. 235
DIMENSIONS ......................................... 236
Luggage Compartment Volume ......... 238
WEIGHTS ................................................ 238
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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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Generic Indication
 
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Highway Assist System (HAS)/Traffic Jam Assist (TJA)  System Failure
 
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Keyless System Failure  
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Lane Departure Warning (LDW) System Failure  
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Loose Fuel Filler Cap  
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Low Coolant Level  
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Park Sensors System Failure  
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Rain Sensor Failure  
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Stop/Start System Failure  
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Speed Limiter System Failure  
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Amber Symbols
Service Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) System  
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Soft Suspension Calibration Insertion  
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Shock Absorbers Failure  
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Temporary All Wheel Drive Failure  
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Wear On Brake Pads  
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Windshield Wiper Failure  
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Windshield Washer Liquid Level  
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Wear ON Carbon Ceramic Material (CCM) Brake Discs  
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Green Symbols
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) System 
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Amber Symbols
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In automatic operation, air recirculation will be 
controlled by the system according to outside 
environmental conditions.
NOTE:
With the AQS function active and after the 
internal air recirculation system has been 
functioning for a set amount of time, the 
Climate Control System enables air intake to 
cycle the air in the passenger compartment for 
a set time. The AQS function is disabled during 
the air changes.
The engagement of the recirculation system 
makes it possible to reach the required heating 
or cooling conditions faster. It is, however, 
inadvisable to use it on rainy/cold days as it 
can increase the possibility of the windows 
fogging. When the outside temperature is low, 
recirculation is forced off to prevent the 
windows from fogging up.
Front Defrost Air comes from the windshield and side 
window demist outlets. Use Defrost 
mode with maximum temperature 
settings for best windshield and side 
window defrosting and defogging.
Rear Defrost
Push the Rear Defrost button to activate 
(indicators illuminated) the Rear 
Defroster.
The Rear Defrost will turn off after 20 minutes or 
once the engine is turned off.
NOTE:
To avoid damage, do not apply stickers over the 
interior heating filaments of the Rear Defroster. Front Defrost And MAX-DEF Function
Push the MAX-DEF button (indicator 
illuminated) to defrost the windshield 
and side windows.
While in MAX-DEF function, the air conditioner 
will:
Activate the air conditioner compressor when 
the weather allows
Turn air recirculation off
Set the maximum air temperature (HI) on both 
the driver and passenger side
Activate a blower speed based on the 
temperature of the engine coolant
Adjust the air flow towards the windshield and 
front side windows
Activate the Rear Window Defrost
Display the fan speed (indicators illuminated) 
and current air distribution setting
NOTE:
The MAX-DEF function remains active for approx -
imately three minutes once the engine coolant 
reaches the proper temperature.
When the function is on, AUTO mode will 
deactivate. The only manual operations possible 
are adjusting blower speed and turning off the 
Rear Window Defrost.
Pushing the Air Recirculation   button switches 
off the MAX-DEF function.
Air Temperature Adjustment
Rotate the driver or passenger Temperature 
Adjustment Knob clockwise for warmer 
temperatures or counterclockwise for cooler 
temperatures. The set temperatures are shown 
on the radio system. Push the SYNC button to sync the driver and 
passenger air temperatures.
Rotate the passenger Temperature Adjustment 
Knob to cancel the SYNC function. This will set a 
new passenger side temperature.
Rotate the Temperature Adjustment Knob fully 
clockwise to engage the HI (maximum heating) 
setting or fully counterclockwise to engage the LO 
(maximum cooling) setting. To deactivate these 
functions, rotate the Temperature Adjustment 
Knob to the desired temperature.
Rear passengers’ temperature is linked to driver 
side selection.
AUTO Button
When the AUTO button is pushed (indicator 
illuminated), the Climate Control system automat
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ically adjusts the following settings:
Quantity and distribution of air flow in the 
passenger compartment
The air conditioner
Air recirculation
Cancels any manual settings
Selecting the AUTO function illuminates the 
indicator on the A/C button.
If air distribution or the fan speed is manually 
adjusted, the AUTO button indicator will turn off to 
indicate that the Climate Control system is no 
longer in AUTO mode.
After a manual adjustment, push the AUTO button 
to resume the automatic system.
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Quadrifoglio Instrument Cluster
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Tachometer•Indicates the engine speed in revolutions
per minute (RPM x 1000).
• Inside the tachometer there is a light 
sensor capable of detecting ambient light conditions and adjusting the operatingmode (night/day) and the brightness of theinstrument panel and the Information andEntertainment System display. 2. Engine Oil Temperature Gauge
•The digital bar indicator monitors the 
temperature of the engine  oil and starts
supplying indications when the fluid temperature reaches approximately122°F (50°C).
• Under normal usage, the digital scale 
should hover around the middle of thescale according to the working conditions.
 WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You 
or others could be badly burned by steam or 
boiling coolant. It is recommended to call an 
authorized dealer for service if your vehicle 
overheats  
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Performance
The displayed parameters differ according to 
the active mode. The modes which can be se-
lected using the Alfa DNA system are:
Natural
Efficiency Consumption Graph
The screen graphically reproduces some pa -
rameters closely linked to the efficiency of 
the driving style, with a view to limiting con -
sumption.
Advanced Efficiency
Dynamic Driving Style The three central icons on the screen indi
-
cate the effectiveness of the driving style 
linked to the parameters of: acceleration, de -
celeration and gearshift with a view to reduc -
ing fuel consumption.
The graphic bar below the icons shows cur -
rent consumption and the green line rep -
resents the optimal area. The globe lights up 
gradually according to lower consumption.
Alternative Performance
The displayed parameters vary depending on 
the active mode. The modes can be selected 
through the Alfa DNA system and are as fol -
lows:
Natural and Advanced Efficiency
The display graphically shows the values of:
• instantaneous consumption
• average fuel consumption (based on 
“Trip A”);
Below a certain speed value, when the accel -
erator pedal is not pressed or in the event of 
failure, dashes are displayed in place of the 
consumption value ("– –. –"). Natural and Advanced Efficiency
Dynamic
The display graphically shows the values of:
• accelerator pedal position (expressed in 
percentage);
• brake pedal position (expressed in 
percentage);
• engine coolant temperature (H = hot/
C = cold).
Dynamic1 — Acceleration
2 — Deceleration
3 — Gear Shifts
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Door Open 
The telltale turns on when one or more 
doors are not completely shut. An 
acoustic signal is activated with the 
doors open and the car moving.
Close the doors properly.
Power Steering Failure
If the telltale remains on, you may not 
have steering assistance and the effort 
required to operate the steering wheel 
may be increased; steering is, however, 
possible.
NOTE:
After the battery is disconnected, the steering 
wheel must be initialized. The Power Steering 
Failure light on the instrument panel will illumi -
nate to indicate this. To carry out this procedure, 
simply turn the steering wheel all the way from 
one end to the other, and then turn it back to the 
central position.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning 
Light 
This warning light, along with the related 
message, signals a failure in the ETC.
If a failure is detected, the warning light turns on 
while the engine is running.
Place the gear selector in the Park (P) position and 
the ignition in the off position: the warning light 
should switch off. If the warning light stays on with 
engine running, the vehicle can still be driven.
If the warning light flashes with the engine 
running, immediate intervention is required. A  loss of performance, irregular/high idling speed 
or engine stopping might take place and the 
vehicle may need to be towed.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible 
to have the failure eliminated.
Engine Coolant Temperature Too High 
The telltale lights up when the engine 
has overheated.
In normal driving conditions : stop the car, turn off 
the engine and check that the coolant level in the 
reservoir is not below the MIN mark. In this case, 
wait for the engine to cool down, then slowly and 
carefully open the cap, fill with coolant and check 
that the level is between the MIN and MAX marks 
on the reservoir itself. Also check visually for any 
fluid leaks. Contact an authorized dealer if the 
telltale comes on when the engine is started 
again.
If the vehicle is used under demanding conditions 
(e.g. in high-performance driving):  slow down 
and, if the warning light stays on, stop the vehicle. 
Stop for two or three minutes with the engine 
running and slightly accelerated to facilitate 
better coolant circulation, then turn the engine 
off. Check that the coolant level is correct as 
described above.
Hood Cap Not Properly Shut
The telltale turns on when the hood cap 
is not properly closed, along with the 
icon, an image of the vehicle with an 
open hood cap appears on the display.
A buzzer is heard when the hood cap is open and 
the vehicle is moving.
Close the hood properly.
Insufficient Engine Oil Level 
The telltale turns on, along with the 
related message on the display, to 
indicate low engine oil level.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the system 
checked.
Low Engine Oil Pressure 
This telltale indicates low engine oil 
pressure. If the telltale turns on while 
driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the 
engine as soon as possible. A chime will 
sound when this telltale turns on. Do not operate 
the vehicle until the cause is corrected. This 
telltale does not indicate how much oil is in the 
engine.
NOTE:
Do not use the vehicle until the failure has been 
solved. The turning on of the telltale does not indi -
cate the amount of oil in the engine: the oil level 
can be checked on the display upon entering the 
vehicle and also by activating the “Oil level” func -
tion on the Information and Entertainment 
System.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
 CAUTION!
If the LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE symbol 
switches on when driving, stop the engine 
immediately and contact an authorized dealer.
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Loose Fuel Filler Cap
Lights up if the fuel tank cap is open or 
not properly closed.
Tighten the cap properly.
Low Coolant Level — If Equipped
This telltale will illuminate to indicate 
that the vehicle coolant level is low.
Windshield Washer Liquid Level
The telltale will illuminate to indicate 
that the level of the windshield and 
headlight washing fluid (if any) is low.
Always use liquid with the features indicated in 
the “Fluids And Lubricants”  
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Park Sensors System Failure
The telltale will illuminate when the 
system has failed or is not available.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the system 
checked.
Rain Sensor Failure
The telltale will illuminate in the case of 
failure of the automatic windshield wiper.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as 
possible.
Service Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) 
System
This light will illuminate when the ACC is 
not operating and needs service. Contact an authorized dealer to have the system 
checked.
Shock Absorbers Failure
While driving, if the telltale illuminates, 
it signals a failure in the suspension 
system.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the system 
checked.
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) System 
Failure — If Equipped
The telltale will illuminate in the case of 
failure of the Forward Collision Warning 
system.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as 
possible.
Stop/Start System Failure
This telltale will illuminate to report a 
Stop/Start system failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible 
to have the failure eliminated.
Soft Suspension Calibration Insertion —
If Equipped
The telltale will illuminate when the 
most comfortable suspension setting is 
activated.
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.
Temporary All Wheel Drive Failure — 
If Equipped
This telltale will illuminate to indicate 
that the AWD dynamic control system is 
temporarily deactivated to prevent 
damage. The traction system will work 
in RWD mode in this instance.
In the event that this telltale illuminates, reduce 
the load to allow the system to cool down. The 
AWD system will resume normal operation when 
the symbol disappears from the display.
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.
Wear On Brake Pads
This light will illuminate when the brake 
pads have reached their wear limit.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as 
possible.
NOTE:
Always use genuine parts or similar because the 
Integrated Brake System (IBS) system could 
detect anomalies.
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