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TIRES ..................................................... 224
Tire Safety Information ....................... 224
Tires — General Information................ 230
Spare Tires — If Equipped ...................234
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ..............235
Tire Types ............................................. 236
Tire Chains and Traction Devices .......236
Tire Rotation Recommendations ........237
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ....... 238
Treadwear ............................................ 238
Traction Grades ...................................238
Temperature Grades ...........................238
STORING THE VEHICLE ........................ 238
BODYWORK ........................................... 239
Protection Against Atmospheric
Agents ................................................... 239 Corrosion Warranty .............................. 239
Preserving The Bodywork ....................239
INTERIORS ............................................. 240
Seats And Fabric Parts ........................ 240
Leather Seats....................................... 241
Plastic And Coated Parts .....................241
Alcantara Parts — If Equipped.............241
Genuine Leather Parts ........................ 241
Carbon Fiber Parts ............................... 241
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (VIN) ....................................... 242
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Plate ..................................................... 242
ENGINE .................................................. 242 POWER SUPPLY ..................................... 243
TRANSMISSION ..................................... 244
BRAKES .................................................. 244SUSPENSION ......................................... 245
STEERING .............................................. 245
DIMENSIONS ......................................... 246
Luggage Compartment Volume ......... 247
WEIGHTS ................................................ 248FUEL REQUIREMENTS........................... 249
Reformulated Gasoline ...................... 249
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ............... 249
CNG And LP Fuel System
Modifications ....................................... 250 MMT In Gasoline ................................. 250
Materials Added To Fuel ..................... 250
Fuel System Cautions ......................... 250
FLUID CAPACITIES ................................ 251
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ...... 252
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ..... 253 PERFORMANCE ..................................... 254
CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE
SUGGESTIONS FOR OBTAINING
SERVICE FOR YOUR VEHICLE .............. 255
Prepare For The Appointment ............ 255
Prepare A List ...................................... 255
Be Reasonable With Requests ........... 255
IF YOU NEED ASSISTANCE .................... 255
Roadside Assistance ........................... 255
Alfa Romeo Customer Center ............. 256
Alfa Romeo Customer
Care (Canada) ...................................... 256 Customer Assistance For
The Hearing Or
Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY) ............... 256 Service Contract ................................. 257
WARRANTY INFORMATION ................... 257REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS .............. 258
In The 50 United States And
Washington, D.C. ................................. 258 In Canada ............................................. 258
PUBLICATION ORDER FORMS .............. 258
GENERAL INFORMATION....................... 259
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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).
Dynamic
Race (If Equipped)
The display graphically shows the values of:
○ engine torque;
○ turbocharger pressure;
○ engine oil pressure (L = low pressure/
H= high pressure).

NOTE:

The engine torque and turbocharger pressure
values vary according to the engine type. Race
Dynamic
Acceleration Gauge
The displayed parameters are related to vehi -
cle stability, the graphs illustrate the trend of
the longitudinal/lateral accelerations (G-me -
ter information), considering gravity accelera -
tion as a reference unit.

Lateral acceleration peaks are also indicated.

11. Driving Mode Display (Alfa DNA System)
12. Distance Traveled (miles/km) display
13. Fuel Consumption 14. Warning Indications Display (e.g. danger of
ice, open doors, ABS operation, etc.)
15. Range
CUSTOMER PROGRAMMABLE SETTINGS
Multiple settings can be programmed by the user
using the radio. This section describes only the
basic settings:
Units & Language
Clock & Date
Cluster
To access the settings list in the radio, proceed as
follows:
Press the Home button to access the main
menu.
Select Settings from the main menu using the
Rotary Knob or by pressing Settings on the
touchscreen.
Rotary Knob
1 — ON/OFF Control And Volume Knob
2 — OPTION Button
3 — Rotary Pad
4 — Home Button
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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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PANIC button not pushed.
System not disabled from previous remote
start event.
Vehicle Security System indicator flashing.
Ignition in the OFF position (if equipped with
keyless ignition system).
Fuel level meets minimum requirement.
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If Equipped
When Remote Start is activated, the heated
steering wheel and driver heated seat features
will automatically turn on in cold weather.
These features will stay on through the duration
of remote start until the ignition is placed in the
ON/RUN position.
Remote Start Windshield Wiper De–Icer
Activation — If Equipped
When remote start is active and the outside
ambient temperature is less than 39°F (4°C), the
Windshield Wiper De-Icer will be enabled. Exiting
remote start will resume previous operation,
except if the Windshield Wiper De-Icer is active.
The Windshield Wiper De-Icer timer and operation
will continue.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
To prevent possible engine damage while starting
at low temperatures, this vehicle will inhibit
engine cranking when the ambient temperature
is less than –22°F (–30°C) and the oil
temperature sensor reading indicates an
engine block heater has not been used. An
externally-powered electric engine block heater is
available as optional equipment or from an
authorized dealer. The message “Plug In Engine Heater” will be
displayed in the instrument cluster when the
ambient temperature is below 5°F (–15°C) at
the time the engine is shut off as a reminder to
avoid possible crank delays at the next cold start.
EXTENDED PARK STARTING
If the vehicle has not been started or driven for at
least 30 days, see the following instructions:
To start the engine, proceed as follows:
1. Install a battery charger or jumper cables to
the battery to ensure a full battery charge
during the crank cycle

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2. Briefly push the ignition button.
3. If the engine does not start, wait five seconds and let the starter cool down and then repeat
the starting procedure.
4. If the engine does not start after eight attempts, let the starter cool down for at least
10 seconds, and then repeat the starting
procedure. If the problem persists, contact an
authorized dealer.
IF ENGINE FAILS TO START
Starting the Engine with Key Fob Battery Run
Down or Drained
If the ignition does not respond when the button
is pushed, the key fob battery might be run down
or drained. Therefore, the system does not detect
the presence of the key fob in the vehicle, and will
display a dedicated message

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CAUTION!
Use of the recommended oil and adhering to
the prescribed oil change intervals is
important to prevent engine damage and
ensure satisfactory starting in cold conditions.
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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When enabled in the radio settings, active
guidelines are overlaid on the image to illustrate
the width of the vehicle and its projected back up
path based on the steering wheel position. A
dashed center line overlay indicates the center of
the vehicle to assist in rear parking maneuvers or
trailer hitch alignment. Different colored zones
indicate the distance to the rear of the vehicle.
The following table shows the approximate
distances for each zone:
Messages On The Display
If the liftgate is opened, the camera will not detect
any obstacle behind the vehicle. The display will
show a dedicated warning message.
Make sure the liftgate is closed by pushing next to
the lock until it clicks.Important Notes
Ice, snow or mud on the surface of the camera
may reduce its sensitivity. It is important to
keep the camera surface clean, and free from
debris.
When parking, be aware of obstacles that may
be above or below the camera range.
REFUELING THE VEHICLE
Before refueling, make sure that the fuel type is
correct
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Also, stop the engine before refueling.

NOTE:
An inefficient catalytic converter leads to
harmful exhaust emissions, thus contributing to
air pollution.
REFUELING CAPACITY
To ensure that you fill the tank completely, top off
twice after the first click of the fuel nozzle.
Further top-off could cause faults in the fuel
feeding system.
AreaDistance From The
Rear Of The Vehicle
Red 0–11.8 inches
(0–30 cm)
Yellow 11.8 inches to 3.3 feet
(30 cm–1 m)
Green 3.3 feet or more
(1 m or more)
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up even
when using the Rear Back Up Camera. Always
check carefully behind your vehicle, and be
sure to check for pedestrians, animals, other
vehicles, obstructions, or blind spots before
backing up. You are responsible for the safety
of your surroundings and must continue to pay
attention while backing up. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury or death.
CAUTION!

To avoid vehicle damage, Rear Back Up
Camera should only be used as a parking aid.
The Rear Back Up Camera is unable to view
every obstacle or object in your drive path.

To avoid vehicle damage, the vehicle must
be driven slowly when using the Rear Back
Up Camera to be able to stop in time when an
obstacle is seen. It is recommended that the
driver look frequently over his/her shoulder
when using the Rear Back Up Camera.
CAUTION!
Never introduce leaded fuel to the tank,
even in small amounts in an emergency, as
this would damage the catalytic converter
beyond repair.
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REFUELING PROCEDURE
The fuel filler door is unlocked when the central
door locking system is unlocked. It is automat-
ically locked when the central locking system is
applied.
Opening The Fuel Filler Door
To refuel proceed as follows:
1. Open fuel filler door by pushing on the point shown by the arrow.
Fuel Door
Fuel Door Label The label indicates the fuel type
(UNLEADED FUEL = gasoline).
2. Remove the fuel filler cap.
3. Insert the fuel nozzle fully into the filler pipe.
4. When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off,
before removing the nozzle, wait for at
least 10 seconds in order for the fuel to
flow inside the tank.
5. Remove the fuel filler nozzle, tighten the gas cap about ¼ turn until you hear one click.
This is an indication that the cap is properly
tightened.
Emergency Fuel Door Opening
In the event of an emergency, the fuel filler door
can be opened from inside the liftgate.
Proceed as follows:
Models With Compact Spare Tire
1. Open the liftgate and lift up the load floor.
Load Floor 2. Unlock the locking device and remove the
compact spare tire to reach the emergency
opening cable on the side of the fuel door.
Cargo Area
3. Pull the cable to release the fuel door lock.
Release Cable
4. Open the fuel door by pushing it.
1 — Locking Device
1 — Release Cable
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DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm up the engine at low or high revs
when the vehicle is stationary; this causes the
engine to warm up more slowly, thereby
increasing fuel consumption and emissions. It is
therefore advisable to drive off immediately,
slowly, avoiding high speeds: by doing this the
engine will warm up more quickly.
Unnecessary Actions
Avoid revving up when starting at traffic lights or
before stopping the engine. This action is
unnecessary and causes increased fuel
consumption and pollution.
Gear Selection
Use a high gear when traffic and road conditions
allow it. Using a low gear for faster acceleration
will increase fuel consumption. Improper use of a
high gear increases consumption, emissions and
engine wear.
Maximum Speed
Fuel consumption considerably increases as
speed increases. Maintain a constant speed,
avoiding unnecessary braking and acceleration,
which cost in terms of both fuel consumption and
emissions.
Acceleration
Accelerating violently severely affects
consumption and emissions: acceleration should
be gradual and should not exceed the maximum
torque.
CONDITIONS OF USE
Cold Starting
Short trips and frequent cold starts will not allow
the engine to reach optimum operating
temperature. This results in a significant increase
in consumption levels (from +15 to +30% in
city driving) and emissions.
Traffic And Road Conditions
High fuel consumption is caused by heavy traffic,
for instance when traveling in traffic with frequent
use of low gears or in cities with many traffic
lights. Winding mountain roads and rough road
surfaces also adversely affect consumption.
Stops In Traffic
During prolonged stops (e.g. railway crossings),
turn off the engine.
PERFORMANCE — QUADRIFOGLIO
This vehicle is equipped with an engine capable
of delivering exceptionally fast acceleration and
speed:
Peak power: 505 HP at 6,500 RPM.
Peak torque: 443 ft-lb at 2,500–5,000 RPM.
Top speed: 176 mph (283 km/h).

Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph (0 to 100 km/h):
3.6 seconds.
For safe driving, it is essential, particularly during
the first days of use, to get to know the car by
driving carefully and gradually discovering its
performance.
Driving On Race Tracks
Before driving on a track using a racing style, it is
necessary to:
Attend a race track driving course.
Check the liquid levels in the engine
compartment
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Have the car inspected at an authorized
dealer.
Remember that the car was not designed to be
driven exclusively on the race track and that this
use increases stress and component wear.

NOTE:
Quadrifoglio front brakes are equipped with
Non-Asbestos Organic (NAO) type pads. These
pads are NOT suitable for high thermal loads
(for example track use).
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Correct servicing permits the performance of the
vehicle to be maintained over time, as well as
limited running costs and safeguarding the
efficiency of the safety systems.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is crucial for guaranteeing a
long life for the vehicle under the best conditions.
For this reason, Alfa Romeo has planned a series
of checks and services for your vehicle at fixed
intervals based on distance and time, as
described in the Scheduled Servicing Plan.
Before each service, it is always necessary to
carefully follow the instructions in the Scheduled
Servicing Plan (e.g. periodically check level of
fluids, tire pressure, etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by an authorized
dealer according to a set time schedule. If, during
each operation, in addition to the ones
scheduled, the need arises for further
replacements or repairs, these may be carried
out with the owner’s explicit consent only.

NOTE:
Scheduled Servicing intervals are required by the
manufacturer. Failure to have them carried out
may invalidate the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
You are advised to inform an authorized dealer of
any small operating irregularities without waiting
for the next service.
PERIODIC CHECKS
Every month or every 620 miles (1,000 km) or
before long trips check and, if necessary, top off:
Engine coolant level.
Brake fluid level (if insufficient, see an
authorized dealer as soon as possible).
Windshield washer fluid level.
Tire inflation pressure and condition.
Operation of lighting system (headlights,
direction indicators, hazard warning lights,
etc.).
Operation of windshield washing/wiping
system and positioning/wear of wiper blades.
Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
Oil consumption of the engine depends on
conditions and driving style. For this reason, the
engine oil level must be checked every
1,860 miles (3,000 km), and top off if necessary;
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HEAVY USAGE OF THE VEHICLE
If the vehicle is used under one of the following
conditions:
Dusty roads.
Short, repeated journeys less than 4 miles
(7 km) at sub-zero outside temperatures.
Engine often idling or driving long distances at
low speeds or long periods of inactivity.
In the event of a long period of inactivity.
The following checks must be carried out more
often than indicated in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan:
Check cleanliness of hood and liftgate locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage.
Visually inspect conditions of: engine,
transmission, pipes and hoses (exhaust/fuel
system/brakes) and rubber elements
(sleeves/bushes, etc.).
Check battery charge and battery fluid level
(electrolyte).
Visually inspect conditions of the accessory
drive belts.
Check and, if necessary, change engine oil and
replace oil filter.
Check and, if necessary, replace cabin air
filter.
Check and, if necessary, replace air cleaner.
Severe Duty All Models
Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the vehicle is operated in a dusty and off-road
environment or is operated predominately at idle
or only very low engine RPM. This type of vehicle
use is considered Severe Duty.
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