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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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5. Start the compressor by placing the power switch in the I (on) position.
Air Compressor
6. Inflate the tire to a pressure of at least 32 psi (2.2 bar)

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page 224. In order to
obtain a more precise reading, check the
pressure value on pressure gauge with the
compressor off.
7. If the pressure is not at least 26 psi (1.8 bar) after 15 minutes, disengage the compressor
from the valve and power outlet. Then, move
the vehicle forwards approximately five tire
turns in order to distribute the sealing fluid
inside the tire evenly, and then repeat the
inflation operation. 8. Drive the vehicle for about 5 miles (8 km),
stop, engage the electric park brake, and
recheck the tire pressure.
9. If the pressure is less than 19 psi (1.3 bar), DO NOT drive the vehicle, and see an autho -
rized dealer.
10. If a pressure value of at least 19 psi (1.3 bar) is detected, restore the correct pressure (with
engine running and electric park brake
engaged), and drive immediately with great
care to an authorized dealer.
11. Apply the adhesive label from the sealant bottle where it can be easily seen by the
driver as a reminder that the tire has been
treated with a Tire Service Kit, as well as
not to exceed the speed restriction for the
treated tire.

NOTE:
Only use original sealant cartridges, which can be
purchased at an authorized dealer.
CHECKING AND RESTORING TIRE
P
RESSURE
The compressor can also be used to check and, if
necessary, restore the tire pressure.
Proceed as follows:
1. Make sure that the power switch is in the
O (off) position.
2. Connect the hose directly to the valve on the tire to be inflated.
3. Insert the plug into the socket in the passenger compartment or in the cargo area
and start the engine.
7 — Power Switch
8 — Pressure Gauge
WARNING!
Tire Service Kit is not a permanent flat tire
repair. Have the tire inspected and repaired or
replaced after using Tire Service Kit. Do not
exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) until the tire is
repaired or replaced. Failure to follow this
warning can result in injuries that are serious
or fatal to you, your passengers, and others
around you. Have the tire checked as soon as
possible at an authorized dealer.
WARNING!
Do not adhere the speed restriction sticker to
the padded area on the steering wheel.
Adhering the speed restriction sticker to the
padded area on the steering wheel is
dangerous because the air bag may not
operate (deploy) normally resulting in serious
injury. In addition, do not adhere the sticker to
areas where warning lights or the
speedometer cannot be viewed.
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NOTE:
Use care when filling under hood fluids such as
engine oil, windshield washer fluid, antifreeze
etc. to minimize spillage onto top of engine.
Any excess fluid that is spilled onto the top of
the engine should be removed using compressed
air or absorbent cloth.

NOTE:
The headlight washers are activated every
10 activations of the windshield washer.

NOTE:
The headlight washing system will not work if the
liquid level is low (situation indicated by the
symbol on the instrument cluster display

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page 70). The windshield washer will keep
working.
On vehicles equipped with headlight washers,
there is a reference notch on the dipstick:
ONLY the windshield/rear window washer oper -
ates with the level below this reference.
BRAKE FLUID
Check that the fluid is at the maximum level. If the
fluid level in the tank is low, contact an authorized
dealer to have the system checked.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ACTIVATION
S
YSTEM OIL
The transmission control oil level should only be
checked at an authorized dealer.
USEFUL ADVICE FOR EXTENDING THE LIFE
O
F YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and make it last
longer, observe the following instructions:
When you park the vehicle, ensure that the
doors and liftgate are closed properly to
prevent any lights from remaining on inside the
passenger's compartment.
Do not keep accessories (e.g. radio, hazard
warning lights, etc.) switched on for a long time
when the engine is not running.
Before performing any operation on the
electrical system, disconnect the negative
battery cable.
If you wish to install electrical accessories after
purchasing the vehicle that require permanent
electrical supply (e.g. alarm, etc.), or accessories
which influence the electrical supply
requirements, contact an authorized dealer,
who’s qualified staff will evaluate the overall
electrical consumption.

NOTE:
After the battery is disconnected, the steering
must be initialized. The Power Steering
Warning Light on the instrument cluster display
switches on 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.
BATTERY
The battery does not require the electrolyte to be
topped up with distilled water. A periodic check
carried out at an authorized dealer, however, is
necessary to check efficiency.
CAUTION!
If the charge level remains under 50% for a
long time, the battery may be damaged by
sulfation, reducing its capacity and efficiency
during the vehicle start. The battery is also
more prone to the risk of freezing (at
temperatures as high as 14°F (-10°C).
WARNING!
Battery acid is a corrosive solution and can
burn or even blind you. Do not allow battery
acid to contact your eyes, skin, or clothing.
Do not lean over a battery when attaching
clamps. If acid splashes in eyes or on skin,
flush the area immediately with large
amounts of water

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Battery gas is flammable and explosive.
Keep flame or sparks away from the battery.
Do not use a booster battery or any other
booster source with an output greater than
12 Volts. Do not allow cable clamps to touch
each other.
Battery posts, terminals, and related
accessories contain lead and lead
compounds. Wash hands after handling.
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Use only a transmission oil with the character-
istics indicated
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Special Additives
Do not use any type of additive with the
automatic transmission oil. The automatic
transmission oil is a product designed especially
for this vehicle and its performance may be
compromised through the use of further
additives. Frequency of Oil Changes
In normal vehicle operating conditions, it is not
necessary to change the transmission oil.
REPLACING THE BATTERY
If necessary, replace the battery with another
battery with the same specifications. It is advised
to contact an authorized dealer for replacement.

NOTE:
Each time the 12 Volt battery is reconnected,
cycle the steering wheel all the way to the left.
Then cycle the steering wheel all the way to the
right to allow the steering angle sensor to learn
the steering angle thresholds.
Follow the battery manufacturer's instructions for
maintenance.

NOTE:
It will not be possible to open the liftgate with a
key or by pushing the button in the passenger
compartment when the battery is disconnected. Always position the manual liftgate opening strap
on the liftgate lock before disconnecting the
battery. The procedure is described in the
“Liftgate Emergency Opening”

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page 62.
FUSES
General Information
The fuses protect electrical systems against
excessive current.
When a device does not work, you must check the
electrical circuit inside of the fuse for a break/
melt.
Also, please be aware that using power outlets for
extended periods of time with the engine off may
result in vehicle battery discharge.
Blade Fuses
To avoid contamination from foreign matter
or moisture, use only new brake fluid or fluid
that has been in a tightly closed container.
Keep the master cylinder reservoir cap
secured at all times. Brake fluid in an open
container absorbs moisture from the air
resulting in a lower boiling point. This may
cause it to boil unexpectedly during hard or
prolonged braking, resulting in sudden brake
failure. This could result in a collision.
Overfilling the brake fluid reservoir can result
in spilling brake fluid on hot engine parts,
causing the brake fluid to catch fire. Brake
fluid can also damage painted and vinyl
surfaces, care should be taken to avoid its
contact with these surfaces.
Do not allow petroleum-based fluid to
contaminate the brake fluid. Brake seal
components could be damaged, causing
partial or complete brake failure. This could
result in a collision.
WARNING! CAUTION!

Do not use chemical flushes in your
transmission as the chemicals can damage your
transmission components. Such damage is not
covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

CAUTION!
If a transmission fluid leak occurs, visit an
authorized dealer immediately. Severe
transmission damage may occur. An
authorized dealer has the proper tools to
adjust the fluid level accurately.
1 — Electrical Circuit
2 — Blade Fuse With Good Electrical Circuit
3 — Blade Fuse With Bad Electrical Circuit
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INDEX
Stop/Start System ..................................... 100
StorageConsole ..................................................... 56
Suggestions For Driving .............................138
Sun Roof ................................................ 60, 61
Supplemental Restraint System –
Air Bag......................................................... 163
Suspension .................................................245
Symbol Glossary ........................................... 14
Symbols .......................................................... 6
System, Remote Starting ............................. 23
T
Telescoping Steering Column...................... 29
Tilt Steering Column..................................... 29
Tire And Loading Information Placard ......227
Tire Markings..............................................224
Tire Safety Information .............................. 224
Tire Service Kit ...........................................189
Tires .................................182, 230, 234, 238 Aging (Life Of Tires) ................................ 233Air Pressure ............................................ 230
Changing.................................................189
Compact Spare ...................................... 234
General Information......................230, 234
High Speed ............................................. 231
Inflation Pressure...................................230Life Of Tires ............................................ 233
Load Capacity................................227, 228Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ...... 77
Quality Grading....................................... 238
Radial......................................................232
Replacement ..........................................234 Safety ............................................ 224, 230
Sizes ....................................................... 225
Snow Tires ............................................. 236
Spare Tires.................................... 234, 235
Spinning ................................................. 233
Trailer Towing ........................................ 136
Tread Wear Indicators........................... 233
Tongue Weight/Trailer Weight .................. 135
Towing ............................................... 133, 134 Disabled Vehicle.................................... 196
Towing Eyes ............................................... 197
TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) ...................................................... 155
Traction Control System (TCS) .................. 144
Traffic Jam Assist System ......................... 114
Traffic Sign Recognition System ............... 117
Trailer Towing............................................. 133 Hitches ................................................... 134
Minimum Requirements ....................... 135Tips ......................................................... 137
Trailer And Tongue Weight........... 134, 135
Wiring ..................................................... 136
Trailer Towing Guide.................................. 134
Trailer Weight............................................. 134
Transmission ............................................. 244
Transporting Pets ...................................... 180
Tread Wear Indicators ............................... 233
Turn Signals ........................................... 45, 78
U
Uconnect Settings Customer Programmable Features.........26
Passive Entry Programming.....................26
Uniform Tire Quality Grades...................... 238 Universal Garage Door Opener
(HomeLink®)
b.......................................... 40
Universal Transmitter .................................. 40
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ............... 160
Use Of The Owner’s Manual........................... 5
V
Vehicle Changes/Alterations ......................... 4
Vehicle Identification Number .................. 242
Vehicle Loading ................................. 132, 228
W
Warning Lights
(Instrument Cluster Descriptions) .............. 76
Warnings, Roll Over ........................................ 3
Warranty Information ................................ 257
Washer Fluid For Windshield/
Headlights .................................................. 206
Washers, Windshield .............................47, 48
Weights ....................................................... 248
Wheel And Wheel Tire Care....................... 235
Wheel And Wheel Tire Trim ....................... 235
Wheels And Tires ....................................... 224
Wind Buffeting ............................................. 59
Windows Power........................................................ 59
Windows (Cleaning) ................................... 239
Windshield Defroster ................................. 180
Windshield Washers .................................... 48
Windshield Wiper Replacing Blades ................................... 211
Windshield Wipers ....................................... 47
Wipers, Rain Sensitive................................. 48
Wireless Charging Pad ................................ 58
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