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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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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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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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Amber Symbols
Speed Limiter System Failure
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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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Amber Symbols
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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
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ALFA DNA SELECTOR
ALFA DNA SYSTEM
This vehicle is equipped with an Alfa DNA system
selector (located on the center console). There
are up to four modes of operation to be selected
according to driving style and road conditions:Alfa DNA System Selector
d = Dynamic (sports driving mode).
n = Natural (mode for driving in normal
conditions).
a = Advanced Efficiency (ECO driving mode for
maximum fuel savings).
RACE = track race driving mode (if equipped).
 = Adjusts the calibration of the active
suspension (if equipped).
Unlike with the other modes, there is no detent
for the RACE position. When the system selector
is rotated to the RACE position, it will return to its
initial position "d". When the engine is stopped, the selector returns
to “n” (Natural) mode.
The symbol of the active mode lights up in red on
the selector.
On the instrument cluster display, the different
modes are characterized by different colors:
Natural - Blue
Dynamic - Red
Advanced Efficiency - Green
RACE - Yellow
Mode Display
Each driving mode is graphically different in
frame color and contents of each individual
"performance" screen.
DRIVING MODES
“Natural” Mode
“Natural” Mode is characterized by reduced
engine performance and ECO shifting strategy for
the automatic transmission. Activation
It is activated by rotating the selector to the
letter “n”; the display will light up in blue.
Natural Mode
The “Performance” screen graphically
reproduces some parameters closely linked to
the efficiency of the driving style, with a view to
limiting consumption.
Natural Mode Performance Display
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“RACE” Mode
Activation
“RACE” Mode is activated by rotating the selector
to the “RACE” position. The instrument cluster
display will light up in yellow.RACE Mode
Engine and transmission: adoption of sports
mapping.
The “Performance” screen displays parameters
related to vehicle stability. The graphs illustrate
the trend of the longitudinal/lateral accelerations
(G-meter information), considering gravity
acceleration as a reference unit. The screen displays the lateral and longitudinal
acceleration peaks.
RACE Mode Performance Display

NOTE:
If the brake system overheats, this is communi -
cated by the Information and Entertainment
system. In this case, allow the system to cool for
a few minutes by driving the vehicle normally
without operating the brakes.
Driving Mode Deactivation
To deactivate any driving mode, simply move the
selector to any other mode.

NOTE:

The next time that the engine is started the
vehicle will be in “Natural” mode regardless of
which mode was selected before the engine
was stopped.
ALFA ACTIVE SUSPENSION
(AAS) — IF EQUIPPED
The vehicle's electronic suspension management
system is aimed at optimizing the vehicle's
performance.
The system continuously monitors the damping of
the suspensions through the actuator installed
on each shock absorber. This way, the calibration
of the shock absorbers can be adjusted to the
conditions of the road surface and to the dynamic
conditions of the vehicle, improving its comfort
and road holding.
The driver can choose, even while driving (only in
“Dynamic” mode), between two types of
suspension calibration: a sportier or a more
comfortable one.
By pushing the button, the system changes the
shock absorber calibration.
Alfa Active Suspension Button
In case of a system failure, the symbol and a
dedicated message will be shown on the
instrument cluster display.
WARNING!
Only activate the RACE mode at the track.
In “RACE”, the sensitivity of the accelerator
pedal increases considerably. Consequently,
driving is less fluid and comfortable. The
driver must ensure full control of the vehicle
at all times to avoid a collision.
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This equipment has been tested and found to
comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,
pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial
environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation
of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at
his own expense.
Toutes modifications apportées à cet
équipement qui ne sont pas expressément
homologuées par Robert BOSCH GmbH peuvent
annuler l'autorisation de la FCC de faire
fonctionner cet équipement.
Cet appareil a été vérifié et s'est révélé conforme
aux normes applicables aux appareils
numériques de catégorie A, en vertu de la section
15 des règlements de la FCC. Ces normes sont
définies pour fournir une protection raisonnable
contre les interférences nuisibles lorsque
l'équipement est utilisé dans les installations
résidentielles. Cet appareil génère, utilise et peut
émettre des ondes radioélectriques et, s'il n'est
pas installé et utilisé conformément au manuel
d’instruction, peut causer un brouillage radioélec-
trique nuisible aux communications radio. Le
fonctionnement de cet équipement dans une
zone résidentielle est susceptible de causer des
interférences nuisibles; dans ce cas, l'usager doit
corriger les interférences à ses propres frais. Radio Frequency Exposure Information
This equipment complies with FCC radiation
exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed
and operated with minimum distance of 20 cm
between the radiator and your body.
This transmitter must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna
or transmitter.
Déclaration d’exposition aux radiations
Cet équipement est conforme aux limites
d'exposition aux rayonnements IC établies pour
un environnement non contrôlé. Cet équipement
doit être installé et utilisé avec un minimum de
20 cm de distance entre la source de
rayonnement et votre corps.
Ce transmetteur ne doit pas etre place au meme
endroit ou utilise simultanement avec un autre
transmetteur ou antenne.
HIGHWAY ASSIST SYSTEM
(HAS) — IF EQUIPPED
The Highway Assist System (HAS) is a driving
assistance system that is only available when
driving on highways. The system operates up to
speeds of 90 mph (145 km/h).
The system uses information from the front
camera and radar to help keep the vehicle in the
center of the lane and at a constant speed.
HAS combines Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
functions with lane centering logic to control the
trajectory of the vehicle. HAS requires the driver’s
hands to remain on the steering wheel. Once HAS is activated, a dedicated screen will
appear on the instrument cluster display.
TO ACTIVATE/DEACTIVATE
To Activate
To activate the HAS system, push the button
located on the left side of the steering wheel.
Highway Assist Button
Suspension Conditions
The following operations will suspend the
HAS system:
Steer manually
Press the brake pedal
Disable the ACC system
Activate the turn signals
Push the ACC activation setting button for
two seconds to activate Cruise Control
Place the gear selector in PARK, REVERSE, or
NEUTRAL
Reactivating the ACC system will reactivate HAS

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Automatic Deactivation
The system can be deactivated in the following
situations:
If there are narrow bends
When hands are removed from the steering
wheel
If the left or right turn signal is activated
If the driver intentionally changes lanes
without using the turn signal
If the driver’s seat belt is released
If the gear selector is placed in DRIVE
If the “Active Braking” function is activated
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If the vehicle exits the highway
If the lane markings are not detected by the
camera
If the ACC device is deactivated
If the vehicle speed exceeds 90 mph
(145 km/h)

NOTE:

When the HAS system is turned off, the symbol
on the display turns red and then grey.
Hands on the steering wheel are detected by a
capacitive sensor within the steering wheel.
When the automatic suspension conditions are
over, HAS will be automatically reactivated.
OPERATION
HAS only operates when the driver’s hands are on
the steering wheel.
If the system detects that the driver’s hands have
been removed from the steering wheel, the
system will alert the driver to place their hands
back on the steering wheel

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If the vehicle crosses the lane boundary, the
steering wheel will vibrate and the dedicated
screen will appear in the instrument cluster
display.

NOTE:
HAS may take up to five seconds to turn on once
all conditions are met. During this time, a grey
indicator light will appear on the instrument
cluster display and the system will automatically
activate as soon as all of the conditions are met
with no intervention from the driver.
The following conditions must be met before
HAS turns on:
HAS must be enabled by pushing the button on
the steering wheel
The vehicle must be on a highway
ACC must be activated
The right and left lane boundaries must be
visible
The vehicle speed must be between 0 and
90 mph (0 and 145 km/h)
The camera, radar, and radio system must be
functioning properly
The road lane width must be between 8.5 ft
and 13.7 ft (2.6 m and 4.2 m)
The turn signals must not be activated
HAS must be functioning properly
Other operating limits:
If the speed of ACC can be set to a higher value
(top speed 110 mph (180 km/h), HAS is only
available as long as the vehicle speed is equal
to or less than 90 mph (145 km/h).

When the ACC speed is reduced and the vehicle
speed is less than 90 mph (145 km/h), the
system will automatically reactivate.

If the ACC speed is set to 90 mph (145 km/h), traveling downhill may increase the vehicle
speed. HAS will deactivate until the speed
returns to 90 mph (145 km/h).
INDICATIONS ON THE DISPLAY
The HAS status can always be viewed in the
instrument cluster display.
The system status is indicated by the color of the
symbol on the display.
HAS uses sensors in the steering wheel to detect
if the driver’s hands are on it.
If the driver’s hands are not on the steering
wheel, a series of warnings will appear in the
instrument cluster display to alert the driver to
reposition their hands on the steering wheel. An
acoustic signal will also sound. After a period of
time, HAS will disable if the driver’s hands do not
return to the steering wheel.
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