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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ............................86
Starting Procedure................................. 86
Remote Starting System ....................... 86
Cold Weather Operation ........................ 87
Extended Park Starting.......................... 87
If Engine Fails To Start .......................... 87
After Starting — Warming Up The
Engine ..................................................... 88 Stopping The Engine.............................. 88
Turbocharger Cool Down ....................... 88
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER —
IF EQUIPPED ............................................88
ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ...............................89
Engine Break-In...................................... 89
ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE (EPB) .................89
Electric Park Brake (EPB)
Operating Modes ................................... 91 Safe Hold ................................................ 91
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION....................91
Display .................................................... 92
Gear Selector ......................................... 92
Transmission Operating Modes ............ 93
Automatic Transmission Limp
Home Mode ............................................ 95 Brake Transmission Shift
Interlock (BTSI) System ......................... 95 Important Notes ..................................... 96
ALFA DNA SELECTOR ...............................97
Alfa DNA System .................................... 97
Driving Modes ........................................ 97
ALFA ACTIVE SUSPENSION (AAS) —
IF EQUIPPED............................................. 99
STOP/START SYSTEM............................ 100
Operating Mode ................................... 100
System Manual Activation/
Deactivation ......................................... 100 Possible Reasons The Engine
Does Not Autostop .............................. 100 Engine Restarting Conditions ............. 101
Safety Functions .................................. 101
Energy Saving Function....................... 101
Irregular Operation .............................. 101
Vehicle Inactivity .................................. 101
SPEED LIMITER ...................................... 101
Description ........................................... 101
Activation ............................................. 101
Speed Limit Programming .................. 102
Exceeding The Programmed Speed ... 102
Programmed Speed Icon Flashing ..... 102
Deactivation ......................................... 102
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS —
IF EQUIPPED .......................................... 102
Cruise Control ...................................... 103
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) ........... 105
HIGHWAY ASSIST SYSTEM (HAS) —
IF EQUIPPED........................................... 111
To Activate/Deactivate........................ 111
Operation ............................................. 112
Indications On The Display ................. 112
System Status...................................... 113
Limited System Availability/
Operation ............................................. 114
TRAFFIC JAM ASSIST (TJA) SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED .......................................... 114
To Activate/Deactivate ....................... 115
Operation ............................................. 115
Indications On The Display ................. 116
System Status ..................................... 116
Limited System Availability/
Operation ............................................. 117
TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION (TSR)
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED........................ 117
To Activate/Deactivate ....................... 118
Indications On The Display ................. 118
INTELLIGENT SPEED CONTROL (ISC)
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED........................ 119
To Activate/Deactivate ....................... 119
Indications On The Display ................. 119
Acceptance/Rejection Of
The Suggested Speed ......................... 119
PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK
ASSIST SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED ......................................... 120
ParkSense Sensors............................. 121
ParkSense Display .............................. 121
Enabling And Disabling
ParkSense ........................................... 122 ParkSense Warning Display ............... 122
Operation With A Trailer...................... 122
ParkSense System Usage
Precautions ......................................... 123
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
HAZARD WARNING FLASHERS ............ 183
SOS EMERGENCY CALL —
IF EQUIPPED ......................................... 183
JACKING AND TIRE CHANGING............. 186
General Instructions ............................186
Jack Information And Usage
Precautions ..........................................186 Changing Procedure ............................186
TIRE SERVICE KIT —
IF EQUIPPED ......................................... 189
Description ...........................................189
Inflation Procedure .............................. 190
Checking And Restoring Tire
Pressure ...............................................191
JUMP STARTING ................................... 192
Remote Battery Connection Posts......192
Jump Starting Procedure.....................194
Bump Starting ...................................... 195
ENGINE OVERHEATING ......................... 195
MANUAL PARK RELEASE ....................... 196
TOWING A DISABLED VEHICLE ............ 196
Four-Wheel Drive (AWD) Models ........ 197
TOW EYES .............................................. 197
ENHANCED ACCIDENT RESPONSE
SYSTEM (EARS) ..................................... 198
EVENT DATA RECORDER (EDR) ............ 198
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
SCHEDULED SERVICING ....................... 199
Periodic Checks ................................... 199
Heavy Usage Of The Vehicle ............... 199
Maintenance Plan — 2.0L Engine ...... 200
Maintenance Plan — 2.9L Engine ...... 202
ENGINE COMPARTMENT ....................... 204
Checking Levels — 2.0L Engine .......... 204
Checking Levels — 2.9L Engine .......... 205
Engine Oil ............................................. 205
Engine Coolant Fluid ........................... 206
Washer Fluid For Windshield/
Headlights ............................................ 206 Brake Fluid ........................................... 207 Automatic Transmission Activation
System Oil ............................................ 207 Useful Advice For Extending The
Life Of Your Battery ............................. 207 Battery ................................................. 207
Pressure Washing ............................... 208
BATTERY RECHARGING......................... 208
Important Notes .................................. 208
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ....................... 209
Engine Oil............................................. 209
Engine Oil Filter ................................... 209
Engine Air Cleaner Filter ..................... 209
Air Conditioning System
Maintenance ....................................... 209 Lubricating Moving Parts Of
The Bodywork ...................................... 210 Windshield Wiper ................................ 210
Exhaust System ................................... 212
Cooling System.................................... 212
Braking System ................................... 213
Automatic Transmission ..................... 214
Replacing The Battery......................... 214
Fuses ................................................... 214
Bulb Replacement .............................. 220
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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 Cap 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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SYMBOL GLOSSARY

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Amber Symbols
ABS Activation
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Adaptive Front Lighting System Failure

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Automatic High Beam Headlights Failure

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Automatic Transmission Fluid Overheating

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Audio System Failure

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All Wheel Drive Failure

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Blind Spot Monitoring System Failure

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Dusk Sensor Failure

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Dynamic Drive Control System Failure

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Driver Attention Assist (DAA) System Failure

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Electric Park Brake Failure
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Engine Immobilizer Failure/Break-In Attempt

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Engine Oil Change Required

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Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Failure

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Engine Oil Level Sensor Failure

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Exterior Lights Failure

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Forward Collision Warning (FCW) System Failure

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Fuel Cut-Off Indicator Light

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Fuel Level Sensor Failure

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Fuel Cut-Off System Failure

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Amber Symbols
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VOLUMETRIC/ANTI-LIFT PROTECTION —
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F EQUIPPED
To ensure the correct operation of the
Volumetric/Anti-Lift Protection system,
completely close the side windows.
To disable the function, push the Volumetric/
Anti-Lift Protection button before activating the
alarm.
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
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 for thieves.
Always remove the key fob from the vehicle
and lock all of the doors when leaving the
vehicle unattended.
WARNING!
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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 DAA system detects indications that
the driver is feeling fatigued and
illuminates this warning that the driver
should pull over and take a break.
Stop to pause while driving, pulling the car over in
safe conditions.
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.
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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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
particularly 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.
Windshield Wiper Failure
Signals a windshield wiper failure.
Contact an authorized dealer.
GREEN SYMBOLS
Adaptive Cruise Control System —
If Equipped
The symbol comes on when the
Adaptive Cruise Control system is
activated.
Automatic Headlights
The symbol lights up when the
automatic headlights are on.
Headlights
The telltale will illuminate when the
headlights are turned on.
Cruise Control Activated
The telltale will illuminate when the
Cruise Control system is activated.
Stop/Start Operation
The telltale will illuminate in the case of
Stop/Start system intervention
(stopping the engine).
When the engine is restarted, the telltale will shut
off

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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting the engine, be sure to adjust the
seat, the interior rearview mirror, door mirrors,
and fasten the seat belt correctly.
Never press the accelerator pedal before starting
the engine.
If necessary, messages indicating the starting
procedure will be shown in the display.
STARTING PROCEDURE
Proceed as follows:
1. Apply the Electric Park Brake (EPB) and place the gear selector in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N).
2. Fully press the brake pedal without touching the accelerator.
3. Briefly push the ignition button.
4. If the engine doesn't start within a few seconds, you need to repeat the procedure.
If the problem persists, contact an authorized
dealer.
REMOTE STARTING SYSTEM
This system uses the key fob to start the engine
conveniently from outside the vehicle while still
maintaining security. The system has a range of
at least 300 feet (91 meters).
The remote starting system also activates the
climate control, the heated seats (if equipped),
and the heated steering wheel (if equipped),
depending on temperatures outside and inside of
the vehicle.

NOTE:
Obstructions between the vehicle and key fob
may reduce this range.
How To Use Remote Start
All of the following conditions must be met before
the engine will remote start:
Gear selector in PARK (P).
Doors closed.
Hood closed.
Liftgate closed.
Hazard switch off.
Brake switch inactive (brake pedal not
pressed).
Battery at an acceptable charge level.
WARNING!
When leaving the vehicle, always 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 transmission 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.
Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat
buildup may cause serious injury or death.
WARNING!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid
into the throttle body air inlet opening in an
attempt to start the vehicle. This could result
in flash fire causing serious personal injury.
Do not attempt to push or tow your vehicle to
get it started. Vehicles equipped with an
automatic transmission cannot be started
this way. Unburned fuel could enter the
catalytic converter and once the engine has
started, ignite and damage the converter and
vehicle.
If the vehicle has a discharged battery,
booster cables may be used to obtain a start
from a booster battery or the battery in
another vehicle. This type of start can be
dangerous if done improperly

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CAUTION!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not
continuously crank the engine for more than
25 seconds at a time. Wait 60 seconds before
trying again.
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