Alfa Romeo 159 (2010) manual

OWNER HANDBOOK AL F A 159 ENGLISH Alfa Ser vices Alfa 159 cop. LUM GB:Alfa 159 cop. LUM GB 7-04-2010 11:19 Pagina 1[...]

This booklet describes all the versions of the Alfa 159 , so you should only consider the infor- mation concerning the trim level, engine and version purchased by you. Dear Customer , thank you for choosing Alfa Romeo. Yo u r Alfa 159 has been designed to guarantee the safety , comfort and driving pleasure typical of Alfa Romeo. This booklet will h[...]

MUST BE READ! REFUELLING Petrol engines : only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95. Diesel engines : only refuel with diesel fuel conforming to the European specification EN590. The use of other products or mixtures may irreparably damage the engine with invalidation of the warranty due to the damage caused. K ENGI[...]

ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES If, after buying the car , you decide to add electrical accessories (that will gradually drain the battery), contact Al- fa Romeo Authorized Services. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the car’ s elec- tric system can support the required load. 쇵 CODE CARD (for versions/markets, where pr[...]

Any queries concerning servicing should be for warded to the showroom from which the car was purchased, the sub- sidiary company or to our branch offices or any point of the Alfa Romeo Network. W arranty Booklet The Warranty Booklet is delivered together with every new car and contains the regulations tied to the services giv- en by Alfa Romeo Serv[...]

THE SYMBOLS USED IN THIS BOOKLET The symbols illustrated in these pages show the subjects which should, in particular , be closely studied. Warning: partially or fully ignoring these rules may lead to serious injury . This indicates the correct procedures to be followed to prevent the car from damaging the environment. Warning: partially or fully i[...]

6 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS D D A A S S H H B B O O A A R R D D A A N N D D C C O O N N T T R R O O L L S S CRUISE CONTROL ............................................. 76 CEILING LIGHTS ...................................[...]

7 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD A0E0056m fig. 1 1. Adjustable swivel side air vents - 2. Front side window demisting/defrosting vents - 3. External lights control lever - 4. In- strument panel - 5. Driver’ s air ba[...]

INSTRUMENT P ANEL A. Speedometer (speed indicator) B. Warning lights - C. Rev counter - D. Multifunction display hcm W arning lights on diesel versions only On diesel versions the rev counter end scale value is at 6000 rpm. 8 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CO[...]

9 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS A. Speedometer (speed indicator) B. Warning lights - C. Rev counter - D. Multifunction display fig. 3/a - 1750 TURBO BENZINA versions with multifunction display A0E0870m A. Speedometer (speed in[...]

10 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS ALF A ROMEO CODE SYSTEM T o fur ther protect you car from theft, it has been fitted with an engine immo- bilising system. This system is auto- matically activated when the electronic key is rem[...]

11 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS W arning light Y coming on when driving If the warning light Y turns on this means that the system is running a self- test (for example for a voltage drop). If the warning light Y stays on, con[...]

12 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS Button Ë shall be used for central open- ing of doors and fuel cap with alarm de- activation (for versions/markets, where provided). Button ` shall be used to open the tailgate. When unlocking[...]

13 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR The electronic key fig. 7 is fitted with a metal insert A , that can be extracted by pressing button B . The metal insert operates the following: ❒ central door locking/unlocking through the [...]

14 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR A0E0035m fig. 9 A0E0242m fig. 10 T o change the batter y fig. 9 proceed as follows: ❒ take out the metal insert A by press- ing button B ; ❒ remove the snap-fitted case B- fig. 10 (red) by [...]

15 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR If the key battery is flat, the safe lock de- vice can only be deactivated by unlocking the doors by turning the metal insert of the key in- to the driver’ s door lock or by fitting the key i[...]

16 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR The main functions that can be activated with the electronic key or with the emergency metals insert are the following: (*) On certain versions it is possible to set the option “Unlocking fro[...]

17 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Depending on the markets, the trigger- ing of the alarm will activate the siren and the hazard warning lights (for about 26 seconds). The methods of operation and the number of cycles may vary [...]

HOW TO DEACTIV A TE THE ALARM Press button Ë . The system will react as follows (with the exception of certain markets): ❒ two brief flashes of the direction in- dicators; ❒ two brief “beeps”; ❒ door unlocking. The alarm can be deactivated by fitting the electronic key into the ignition switch. IMPOR T ANT On certain versions any attempt[...]

19 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR IGNITION DEVICE The ignition device is located on the dashboard and it consists of the follow- ing: ❒ electronic key reading device A- fig. 14 (set near the steering wheel); ❒ button ST ART[...]

TURNING THE INSTRUMENT P ANEL OFF With engine off and clutch and brake pedals released, press button ST ART / STOP or remove the electronic key from the ignition device. A few seconds after the instrument pan- el display will turn off gradually . IMPOR T ANT Contact Alfa Romeo Au- thorized Services if the instr ument pan- el fails to turn off. TURN[...]

21 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR ed) (or as an alternative, on certain ver- sions, a symbol and a message are dis- played). In this event contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. IMPOR T ANT If after trying to turn on the instr[...]

22 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR IMPOR T ANT The pointer can reach the red area also for a sum of un- favourable conditions, i.e.: slow speed, uphill, fully laden or towing a trailer with hot outside temperature. IMPOR T ANT R[...]

23 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR The turning on of the warning light ` when travelling (on certain versions to- gether with a message on the display) indicates that the oil temperature is too high; in this case, stop the engin[...]

24 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR AUTOMA TIC INSTRUMENT P ANEL LIGHT DIMMER T o give max. visibility and comfor t un- der whatever driving conditions (e.g.: lights on in daylight, tunnels, etc…), the speedometer is fitted wit[...]

25 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR INFORMA TION ABOUT CAR CONDITIONS (at event) ❒ Scheduled servicing (symbol õ D-fig. 22 ). ❒ Instrument panel light dimmer . ❒ Symbol of possible presence of ice on the road (symbol √ E[...]

Speed limit (SPEED BEEP) With this function it is possible to set the car speed limit (km/h or mph) which, if exceeded, automatically sounds a buzzer and displays a specific message (see section “W arning lights and mes- sages”) to alert the driver . Once the warning cycle is over the display will resume the standard screen. The warn- ing messa[...]

T o set the speed limit, proceed as fol- lows: ❒ press button MENU until selecting SPEED BEEP : the display will show SPEED BEEP and setting condition ( ON = speed limit on/ OFF = speed limit off); ❒ press again button MENU : ON (or OFF ) will flash; ❒ press buttons + / – to select ON or OFF ; ❒ selecting ON will make the last speed limit[...]

ENGINE OIL LEVEL INDICA TION Fitting the electronic key into the igni- tion device, the display will show for a few seconds the engine oil level. At this stage, to clear this indication and to go to next screen, press button MENU . Low oil level will be indicated by a ded- icated warning message on the display . IMPOR T ANT Check the proper en- gin[...]

MESSAGES DISPLA YED A T ST AR TING After the engine oil level, the display will show for a few seconds a message in- dicating the procedure to follow to start the engine ( PRESS PEDAL AND ST ART : press brake or clutch pedal and then press button ST ART / STOP to start the engine). Once on, the NIGHT P AN function can be deactivated as follows: ❒[...]

30 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR The date C in the middle of the display will stay on until another display info is activated (e.g. “Light dimmer”) or oth- er information on car conditions. With key removed (when opening w[...]

31 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR A0E0074m fig. 25 “SETUP MENU” There is also a “Setup Menu” enabling to perform the adjustments and/or set- tings described on the following pages by pressing button MENU and +/– (see [...]

32 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Selecting “Date” and “Clock”: ❒ briefly press button MENU to select the first value to change (e.g. hours/ minutes or year/month/day); ❒ operate buttons + or – (by single press) t[...]

33 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Briefly press button MENU to access navigation from the standard screen. T o surf the menu press buttons + or – . For safety rea- sons, when the car is running, it is possible to access only [...]

34 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Automatic headlight daylight sensor (Light Sens.) (for versions/markets, where provided) With this function it is possible to adjust the light sensor sensitivity according to 3 levels. T o adju[...]

35 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR IMPOR T ANT Ever y press (pulse) on the button + / – increases/decreases by one unit. Keeping button + / – pressed obtains fast increase/decrease. When you are near the required setting com[...]

36 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Setting the date (Date) This function enables to update the date (year - month - day). Proceed as follows: ❒ briefly press button MENU : “year” will flash on the display; ❒ press button[...]

37 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Driver’ s door unlocking (Unlock Fda) With this function it is possible to unlock only the driver’ s door by pressing the electronic key button Ë . With this function active ( ON ), it is [...]

Consumption If the distance unit set is km (see pre- vious paragraph) the display will enable to set the fuel consumption unit (l/100 km, km/l or mpg). If the distance unit set is “mi” (see pre- vious paragraph) fuel consumption will be displayed “mpg”. In this case the option “Cons.Unit” of the “Setup Menu” can be selected but it i[...]

39 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Selecting the language (Language) Display messages can be shown in the following languages: Italian, English, German, Portuguese, Spanish, French, Dutch and Brazilian. T o set the required lang[...]

Reactivating the S.B.R. (Seat Belt Reminder) buzzer (Beep Seatb.) (for versions/markets, where provided) This function is displayed only after the system has been deactivated by Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. Exit Menu (Quit setup) Selecting this option will bring back to standard screen. ILLUMINA TION OF REV COUNTER/INSTRUMENTS (NIGHT P ANEL) Thi[...]

41 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Reset TRIP B End of partial mission Start of new partial mission End of partial mission Start of new partial mission Reset TRIP B End of partial mission Start of new partial mission Reset T rip[...]

42 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR V alues displayed Average consumption Represents the indicative average of con- sumptions from the beginning of the new mission. Current consumption This value shows instant fuel consump- tion [...]

43 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Button TRIP shall also be used to reset the “T rip A” and “T rip B” functions to start a new mission: ❒ short push : to display the different values; ❒ long push : to reset and then[...]

Reset T rip B As concerns the T rip B values, it is pos- sible to select through the “Setup Menu” the reset mode (Manual or Au- tomatic) (see paragraph “Setup Menu” on previous pages): ❒ manual reset: press and keep pressed button TRIP for over 2 seconds. ❒ automatic reset: it takes place each time the electronic key is fitted into the [...]

On versions fitted with T .P .M.S. system (T yre pressure Monitoring System) (see paragraph “T .P .M.S. system” in this sec- tion), after T rip A and T rip B info, the screen with tyre pressure condition is dis- played (see fig. 30 ). NOTE When starting the engine and for a short time, if you have recalled the plan view by pressing the TRIP but[...]

46 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS Height adjustment Move repeatedly lever B upwards or downwards to achieve the required height. IMPOR T ANT Adjustment must be car- ried out only seated at the driver’ s seat. Back rest angle [...]

47 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS Seat controls are the following: Multifunction control A : – front seat height adjustment; – rear seat height adjustment; – vertical seat movement; – longitudinal seat movement; B: Back[...]

48 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS REAR HEAD RESTRAINTS Rear seats are fitted with two head re- straints. Certain versions are fitted with height-ad- justable head restraint also for the central seat (see previous paragraph for [...]

49 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS STEERING WHEEL The steering wheel can be adjusted both axially and in height. Release the lever A-fig. 36 pushing it downwards, then adjust the steering wheel as required. T o lock the steering[...]

50 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS REAR VIEW MIRRORS DRIVING MIRROR The mirror is fitted with a safety device that causes it to be released in the event of a violent crash. Using lever A-fig. 37 the mirror can be adjusted to two[...]

51 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS Electrically folding of the mirror (only versions with 4 power windows) (for versions/markets, where provided) When required (for example when the mirror causes difficulty in narrow spaces) it [...]

52 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS T ogether with the passenger door mir- ror “parking” position, also the driver seat position and the driver door mirror will be stored. The sound of a buzzer will confirm that the mirror po[...]

53 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CLIMA TE CONTROL SYSTEM 1 Upper vent - 2 Adjustable and swivel central vents - 3 Adjustable and swivel side vents - 4 Lower vents for rear seats - 5 Adjustable and swivel air vents for rear sea[...]

54 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CENTRAL AND SIDE VENTS fig. 42-43 These vents are aligned on the dash- board. Each vent A features a wheel B to adjust air flow and a device C to di- rect air flow horizontally or vertically . [...]

55 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS AIR DISTRIBUTION SELECTION O : air flow to driver’ s/passenger’ s body; M : air flow to driver’ s/passenger’ s body and lower part of the passenger compartment; N : air flow towards the[...]

56 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS QUICK WINDSCREEN AND FRONT SIDE WINDOW DEMISTING/DEFROSTING (MAX-DEF function) Press button - : the button leds - , √ and ( will turn on. T o turn this func- tion off, press again button - th[...]

57 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CLIMA TE CONTROL (fast cooling) IMPOR T ANT The compressor √ can be enabled only if the ventilation is en- abled. Proceed as follows: ❒ turn knob A completely leftwards; ❒ turn knob C to [...]

58 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS T o guarantee perfect and regular sensor op- eration do not apply stickers in the “monitoring” area between sensor and wind- screen. Keep windscreen and sensor clean and avoid to accu- mula[...]

59 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS I - OFF button to disable climate control; L - air recirculation on/off button; M - climate control compressor on/off button; N - passenger’ s compartment temperature sensor TWO-ZONE controls[...]

60 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS THREE-ZONE controls fig. 50 Front controls A - air distribution buttons (driver and pas- senger side); B - temperature adjustment knob on driver side; C - automatic operation button (AUTO); D -[...]

61 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS AIR TEMPERA TURE ADJUSTMENT KNOBS T urning the knob knurled rings ( B / E / P ), clockwise or counter-clockwise, respectively raises or lowers the tem- perature of the air required respective- [...]

62 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS LO (LOW) function (highest cooling power) It is switched on by setting a tempera- ture lower than 16°C on the display; this setting is shown on the display . This function can be switched on w[...]

63 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS F AN SPEED ADJUSTMENT Press buttons + / – to increase or to de- crease the fan speed. The fan speed is shown by the lit bars on the display: ❒ min fan speed = one bar lit; ❒ max fan speed[...]

64 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS The MAX-DEF function activates the fol- lowing operations: ❒ rear panel turning off (for v er - sions/markets, where provided); ❒ air flow increase; ❒ air distribution at DEF; ❒ outside[...]

65 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CLIMA TE CONTROL COMPRESSOR ON/OFF Press button √ to turn the compressor on: when climate control compressor is on the circular led around the button will turn on. Compressor will stay on als[...]

66 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS AIR DISTRIBUTION SELECTION Front seat T wo-zone/ Three-zone configuration Pressing buttons (front controls) A / S / D you can manually choose one of the 7 possible modes for air distribu- tion [...]

67 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS AIR RECIRCULA TION AND AQS FUNCTION (AIR QUALITY SYSTEM) ON/OFF (for versions/markets, where provided) Inside air recirculation is controlled ac- cording to the following operating log- ics: ?[...]

68 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS POLLEN FIL TER/ ACTIV A TED CARBON POLLEN FIL TER According to versions, the car can be fit- ted with pollen filter or activated carbon pollen filter (where provided). The filter has the specif[...]

69 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SWITCHING THE CLIMA TE CONTROL SYSTEM OFF Press OFF button. The circular led around the button turns on, signalling the OFF state. With climate control system off: ❒ the system stores perform[...]

70 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS EXTERNAL LIGHTS LEFT -HAND ST ALK fig. 51 The left-hand stalk control almost all ex- ternal lights. The external lights can only be switched on with electronic key fitted into ignition device. [...]

71 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS “FOLLOW ME HOME” DEVICE This function allows the illumination of the space in front of the car for a pre- set period of time. Activation Pull the stalk towards the steering wheel within 2 m[...]

72 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS Parking lights With instrument panel off they tur n on by pressing button C . When pressing the button a buzzer will sound and the in- strument panel warning light 3 will turn on. Press the but[...]

73 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS WINDOW W ASHING RIGHT -HAND ST ALK Right-hand stalk fig. 54 controls wind- screen washer/wiper operation. With external lights on, activating the windscreen washer will also activate the headli[...]

74 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS T urning the knurled ring A-fig. 54 it is possible to increase the sensitivity of the rain sensor , obtaining a quicker change from stationary (no wiping) when the windscreen is dry , to first [...]

75 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS HEADLIGHT W ASHERS (where provided) fig. 56 Headlight washers are visible and are fit- ted with a nozzle for each external light function. They come into operation au- tomatically when operatin[...]

76 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CRUISE CONTROL (for versions/markets, where provided) GENERAL The speed regulator ( CRUISE CON- TROL ), with electronic control, makes it possible to drive the car at the required speed, withou[...]

77 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS ❒ pressing the brake pedal, pressing the clutch pedal (in these cases the last stored speed will stay memorised, to resume it press button RES ); ❒ pressing the accelerator pedal; in this c[...]

78 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS The device is automatically deactivated when operating accidentally or incor- rectly the stalk, the knurled ring A or button RES : in this event to reactivate the device: bring the car to the r[...]

79 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS In the following table are summarised the causes that make front/rear ceiling lights turn on/off and their turning on/off mode: Cause Opening one of the front/rear doors Closing all the doors R[...]

DOOR PUDDLE LIGHTS The door light will turn on when open- ing the door regardless of the electron- ic key position. It will stay on for about 3 minutes when the door is open, then it will go off automatically . 80 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHB[...]

81 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CONTROLS POWER SUPPL Y AND FUEL CUT -OFF SWITCHES The car is fitted with a safety switch that in the event of a crash comes into op- eration by cutting off fuel and turning off the engine as a [...]

82 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS Resetting the power supply cut-off switch (for versions/markets, where provided) The switch is located inside the fuse box at battery positive ter minal. T o reset the power supply cut-off swit[...]

83 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS INTERIOR FITTINGS CENTRAL ARMREST The central armrest is located between the front seats. Inside the armrest are housed an oddment compartment and an air-conditioned food box (where pro- vided)[...]

84 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS REAR ARMREST WITH ODDMENT COMP AR TMENT (for versions/markets, where provided) T o use the central ar mrest B-fig. 69 , take it from tab A and then lower it. Inside the armrest is fitted an odd[...]

85 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS T o open the lid B , switch A-fig. 73 (accessible from the boot) shall be set in vertical position (horizontal position Á = compartment locked). A0E0148m fig. 73 A0E0147m fig. 72 GLOVE COMP AR[...]

86 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS Press button B-fig. 76 to switch on the cigar lighter with key fitted into ig- nition device. IMPOR T ANT Always check that the cig- ar lighter has turned off. IMPOR T ANT The cigar lighter get[...]

87 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS EYEGLASSES HOLDER (for versions/markets, where provided) It is located near the front ceiling light. T o use it, press lid A-fig. 81 . ASHTRA Y (for versions/markets, where provided) Front asht[...]

88 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS ODDMENTS COMP AR TMENTS fig. 84 (for versions/markets, where provided) They are located on the central console between the front seats. SUN VISORS These are positioned to the sides of the rear-[...]

PROGRAMMING IMPOR T ANT While programming the system, check for the absence of peo- ple, animals or objects within the ma- noeuvre space of main doors or gates to prevent the risk of injuries or damages. IMPOR T ANT Pull up the handbrake and fit the key into the ignition device. Do not start the engine. Proceed as follows: 1 ) press and keep presse[...]

HOW TO USE THE HOMELINK SYSTEM The HomeLink remote control activates the operation of the garage door mo- tor or gate motor exactly as the portable remote control. The car shall be within the range of the motor and the key shall be fitted into the ignition device. Press the programmed button ( A or B or C ). During signal transmission the led D wil[...]

Proceed as follows: ❒ find the set-up button on the upper side of the garage door/gate motor . Colour and position may vary ac- cording to the manufacturer (consult the motor handbook); ❒ press the motor set-up button (this action will usually turn up the "set- up" pilot light). After operation 2, start to perfor m operation 3 within [...]

CLEARING THE PROGRAMMED BUTTONS Y ou are recommended to clear the HomeLink programming before selling the car . Programming is cleared on all the three buttons at the same time. Proceed as follows: ❒ press and keep pressed the outer buttons ( A and C ): 20 seconds af- ter led D will start flashing. ❒ Release both buttons. TECHNICAL DA T A FOR T[...]

93 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SUNROOF (for versions/markets, where provided) The sunroof consists of a moving pane sliding horizontally and retractable. When closed it enables sunlight to get into the passenger compartment,[...]

94 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SUN CURT AIN fig. 88 The sun curtain shall be used to adjust brightness inside the passenger com- partment. Sun curtain is fitted with han- dle and air vents. Sunroof sliding by pressing the el[...]

95 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS ANTI-CRUSHING SAFETY SYSTEM The anti-crushing safety system fitted on the front curtain outline is active during horizontal closing (front edge) and ver- tical closing of the panel (rear edge) [...]

96 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS With key removed the led will turn off after about 2 minutes. When doors are unlocked the led is off; pressing the button will lock all the doors. Central door locking will only take place if a[...]

97 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CHILD LOCK Rear doors are fitted with a locking de- vice fig. 91 that inhibits door open- ing from the inside. This device can be engaged/disengaged (by the metal insert of the key) only with d[...]

Doorknobs can be realigned (only after recharging the battery) as follows: ❒ pressing the electronic key button Ë ; ❒ pressing door locking/unlocking but- ton q ; ❒ opening with the key in front door re- volving plug; ❒ pulling internal door handle. IMPOR T ANT As concerns rear doors, with child lock device on and the previ- ously describe[...]

99 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IMPOR T ANT In the event the anti- crushing function is activated 5 times in only 1 minute or in the event of a fail- ure, the system will automatically enter the “recovery” mode (self-prot[...]

100 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS C (for versions/markets, where pro- vided) – rear left window open- ing/closing; “automatic continuous” mode operation during window open- ing/closing; D (for versions/markets, where pro[...]

101 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS On certain versions, improper boot closing is indicated by the instrument panel warning light ´ , whereas on other versions the symbol R and a message are displayed (see section “W arning l[...]

102 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS OPENING BY REMOTE CONTROL Press the electronic key button ` . Opening is indicated by double flashing of direction indicators. Opening the boot with alarm (for ver- sions/markets, where provid[...]

103 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS T AILGA TE CLOSING Lower the tailgate pressing the lock un- til hearing the locking click. IMPOR T ANT If the option for ”Indep. boot” is on, before closing the boot, check whether you hav[...]

104 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS ANCHORING THE LOAD The boot houses 4 hooks A-fig. 97 for anchoring ropes in order to guaran- tee perfect load anchoring. A0E0131m fig. 97 A heavy load that has not been secured may cause serio[...]

105 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS Improper bonnet closing is indicated (on certain versions) by the instrument pan- el warning light ´ (where provided), or by symbol S and a message on the display (see section “W arning lig[...]

106 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS ROOF RACK/ SKI RACK The car is preset for mounting roof racks/ski racks. Front hooks are in points A-fig. 100 . Rear hooks are in points B . A0E0097m fig. 100 HEADLIGHTS ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGH[...]

107 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS In this event, to adjust the headlight slant use control A-fig. 101 set on the button control panel near the steering wheel. If the car is fitted with bixenon head- lights, headlight aiming is[...]

108 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS ABS SYSTEM The car is fitted with ABS braking sys- tem, which prevents the wheels from locking when braking, makes the most of road grip and gives the best control when emergency braking under[...]

109 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS EBD failure EBD failure is indicated by the turning on of warning lights > + x on the in- strument panel (on certain versions to- gether with the dedicated message on the display) (see sect[...]

110 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS VDC SYSTEM (V ehicle Dynamics Control) (for versions/markets, where provided) The VDC system is an electronic system controlling the car stability in the event of tyre grip loss. The VDC syste[...]

111 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS Performance of the VDC system, in terms of active safety should not in- duce the driver to take point- less and unnecessary risks. The style of driving must in any case always be adapted to th[...]

Failure warnings System failure is indicated by the turn- ing on of warning light * (where pro- vided) on the instrument panel (on cer- tain versions together with the dedicat- ed message on the display) (see section “W arning lights and messages”). IMPOR T ANT The Hill Holder system is not a parking brake. Never get out of the car without enga[...]

113 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS The performance of the system, in terms of ac- tive safety should not induce the driver to take pointless and unnecessary risks. The style of driving must in any case always be adapted to the [...]

Failure warnings In the event of malfunctioning, the ASR system is automatically disconnected and on versions fitted with “Reconfig- urable multifunction display” symbol V is displayed. In this case contact Al- fa Romeo Authorized Services as soon as possible. 114 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHN[...]

115 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS 115 EOBD SYSTEM (for versions/markets, where provided) The EOBD system (European On Board Diagnosis) allows continuous diagnosis of the components of the car correlat- ed with emissions. It al[...]

ACCESSORIES PURCHASED BY THE OWNER If after buying the car , you decide to in- stall electrical accessories that require a permanent electric supply (alarm, satel- lite antitheft system, etc.) or accessories that in any case burden the electric sup- ply , contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser- vices, whose qualified personnel, besides suggesting the mo[...]

117 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND CELLULAR TELEPHONES Radio transceiver equipment (vehicle mobile phones, CB radios, amateur ra- dio and similar equipment) shall not be used inside the car unless a separ[...]

118 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS P ARKING SENSORS (where provided) Parking sensors inform the driver about the presence of obstacles behind the car (versions fitted with 4 rear sensors) or behind and in front of the car (vers[...]

119 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS The acoustic alarm will stop immediately as distance raises. The acoustic alarm is constant if the distance measured by central sensors is unvaried, whereas if this situation takes place for s[...]

120 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SENSOR DETECTION RANGE Sensors enable the system to monitor the front part (versions with 8 sensors) and the rear part of the car . Actually their position covers the central and side areas of[...]

121 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS If a failure is indicated, stop the car , turn the engine off and then clean the sen- sors. Make sure to be far from possible ultrasound sources (e.g.: truck pneu- matic brakes or pneumatic ha[...]

122 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS The car may be equipped with a T yre Pressure Monitoring System, which in- dicates to the driver the tyre pressure status by two different indications: “Check tyre pressures” and “Low ty[...]

123 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS If after repairing a punctured tyre with the Fix&Go automatic kit and restoring the initial conditions the flat tyre warn- ing light continues to stay on, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Ser[...]

124 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS In order to use the system properly , refer to the following table when you have to change wheels/tyres: (*) Given as an alternative on the owner's manual and to be found in Lineaccessori[...]

125 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS PETROL ENGINES Use only unleaded petrol. T o prevent er- rors, the diameter of the fuel tank filler is too small to introduce a lead petrol pump filler . Use petrol with a rated oc- tane numbe[...]

126 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS FUEL FILLER CAP The fuel filler cap is unlocked when cen- tral door locking is off and it is auto- matically locked when activating the central door locking. Opening Open the flap A-fig. 109 b[...]

127 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT The devices for curtailing petrol engine emissions are the following: ❒ three-way catalytic converter; ❒ Lambda sensor; ❒ fuel evaporation system. In addition,[...]

128 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS Since this filter physically traps particu- lates, it shall be cleaned (reclaimed) at regular intervals by bur ning carbon par- ticles. Reclaiming procedure is controlled automatically by the [...]

129 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES S S A A F F E E T T Y Y D D E E V V I I C C E E S S SEA T BEL T S ...................................................... 130 S.B.R. SYSTEM ................................................ 131 [...]

130 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES Never press button C when travelling. Through the reel, the belt automatically adapts to the body of the passenger wearing it, allowing freedom of move- ment. When the car is parked on a steep[...]

131 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES IMPOR T ANT On certain versions, cor- rect backrest fastening is guaranteed when the “red band” A-fig. 3 aside levers B is no longer visible. The “red band” actually indicates that the[...]

132 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES Anything that modifies its original con- ditions invalidates its efficiency . Anything that modifies its original conditions in- validates its efficiency . If due to unusu- al natural events ([...]

133 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES IMPOR T ANT The belt should not be twisted. The upper part should pass over the shoulder and cross the chest diago- nally . The lower par t should adhere to the pelvis fig. 6 and not the abdom[...]

134 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES HOW TO KEEP THE SEA T BEL TS AL W A YS IN EFFICIENT CONDITIONS ❒ Always use the belt with the tape taut and never twisted; make sure that it is free to run without impediments; ❒ after a s[...]

135 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES The results of research on the best child restraint systems are contained in the European Standard ECE-R44. This Stan- dard enforces the use of restraint sys- tems classified in five groups: G[...]

136 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES GROUP 0 and 0+ Babies up to 13 kg must be carried fac- ing backwards fig. 8 on a cradle seat, which, supporting the head, does not in- duce stress on the neck in the event of sharp deceleratio[...]

137 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES GROUP 2 Starting from 15 kg to 25 kg in weight, children may be restrained directly by the car belts. The only function of the seat is to position the child correctly in relation to the belts,[...]

138 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES SEA T Group Range Front Rear of weight Seat with Seat with Rear seat side Rear seat central 6 positions 8 positions Group 0, 0+ up to 13 kg U (*) U (*) U U Group 1 9-18 kg U (*) U (*) U U Grou[...]

139 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES ❒ always check the seat belt is well fas- tened by pulling the webbing; ❒ only one child is to be strapped to each retaining system; ❒ always check the seat belts do not fit around the c[...]

140 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES Mount the child restraint system only with the car stationary . The Isofix child re- straint system is properly an- chored to the mounting brackets when clicks are heard. In any case, keep to [...]

141 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES P ASSENGER SEA T COMPLIANCE WITH REGULA TIONS ON UNIVERSALS ISOFIX CHILD’S SEA T USE The table below , according to ECE 16 European Directive, shows the different installation possibilities [...]

142 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES Do not apply stickers or other objects to the steering wheel or to the air bag cover on the passenger’ s side or on the side roof lining. Never put objects (e.g. mobile phones) on the dashbo[...]

143 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES DRIVER’S FRONT AIR BAG It consists of an instant-inflating cushion contained in a special recess in the cen- tre of the steering wheel fig. 14 . A0E0077m fig. 14 A0E0078m fig. 15 P ASSENGER?[...]

144 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES MANUAL DEACTIV A TION (for versions/markets, where provided) O F P A S SE N GE R ’S FRONT AIR BAG , K N E E S A IR B A G (for versions/markets, where provided) AND P ASSENGER’S FRONT SIDE [...]

145 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES ❒ passenger's front air bag and knees air bag (for versions/markets, where provided) and side bag deactivated ( OFF position F ): warning light F on front ceiling light panel on; it is [...]

146 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES IMPOR T ANT In the event of side crash, you can obtain the best protec- tion by the system keeping a correct po- sition on the seat, allowing thus a cor- rect window bag unfolding. IMPOR T ANT[...]

147 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES IMPOR T ANT The triggering of pre- tensioners, front air bags and side bags is decided in a differentiated manner ac- cording to the type of impact. The fail- ure to deploy one or more of them[...]

148 W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS SAFETY DEVICES Remember that with the key fitted into the ignition device and engine off, the air bags may be triggered on a stationary car if it is bumped by another moving car . Therefore, never seat chil-[...]

149 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR C C O O R R R R E E C C T T U U S S E E O O F F T T H H E E C C A A R R ENGINE ST AR TING ............................................. 150 P ARKING ...........................................[...]

150 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR W e recommend that during the initial period you do not drive to full car performance (e.g.: excessive acceleration, long journeys at top speed, sharp braking, etc.). Running the engine in con[...]

151 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR ST AR TING PROCEDURE FOR PETROL VERSIONS Proceed as follows: ❒ Ensure that the handbrake is up; ❒ Fully press the clutch pedal, without pressing the accelerator; ❒ Put the gear lever neu[...]

152 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR The starter automatically operates until the engine starts. With engine off and electronic key in- serted in the ignition device, it is possi- ble to operate the automatic ignition briefly pre[...]

153 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Start-up failures The system can recognise start-up fail- ures. In the event of failure, the electronic key can be removed from the ignition device to enable the driver to carr y out the follo[...]

154 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR IMPOR T ANT T urning the car off will deactivate the electronic safety systems and turn off the external lights. IMPOR T ANT In the event of engine locking while the car is running, due to saf[...]

155 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR T o release the handbrake proceed as fol- lows: ❒ Slightly lift the handbrake A and press release button B ; ❒ Keep button B pressed and lower the lever . W arning light x on the in- strum[...]

156 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR IMPOR T ANT The car can only be put into reverse gear when it has stopped moving completely . W ith the engine run- ning, before engaging the reverse, wait at least 3 seconds with the clutch p[...]

157 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Climate control The air conditioner is an additional load which greatly affects the engine leading to higher consumption. When the tem- perature outside the car permits it, use the air vents w[...]

Gear selection As soon as the conditions of the traffic and road allow , use a higher gear . Us- ing a low gear to obtain brilliant perfor- mance increases consumption. In the same way improper use of a high gear increases consumption, emissions an en- gine wear . T op speed Fuel consumption considerably increas- es with speed. Avoid superfluous br[...]

159 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Engage a low gear when driving down- hill, rather than constantly using the brake. The weight the trailer exerts on the car tow hook reduces by the same amount the actual car loading capacity [...]

160 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR For the electric connection a unified con- nector should be used which is gener- ally placed on a special bracket normally fastened to the towing device. For the electrical connection, 7 pin 1[...]

161 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR fig. 4 A0E0428m REAR AXLE Standard tow ball full load 149-164 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:51 Pagina 161[...]

162 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR Due to the snow tyre features, under normal conditions of use or on long mo- torway jour neys, the performance of these tyres is lower than that of normal tyres. It is therefore necessary to l[...]

163 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR IMPOR T ANT Snow chains cannot be fitted to the space-saver spare wheel. So, if a front (drive) wheel is punctured and chains are needed, a rear wheel should be fitted to the front of the car [...]

164 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR CAR INACTIVITY If the car is to be left inactive for longer than a month, the following precautions should be noted: ❒ park the car in covered, dry and if possible well-ventilated premises; [...]

165 SAFETY DEVICES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES W W A A R R N N I I N N G G L L I I G G H H T T S S A A N N D D M M E E S S S S A A G G E E S S LOW BRAKE FLUID/HANDBRAKE ON .................... 166 BRAKE P AD WEAR ..........................[...]

166 SAFETY DEVICES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES V ery serious failures These failures are repeated on the display indefinitely and stop any previous indi- cation on the display . These failures are repeated each time the key is fitted into [...]

167 SAFETY DEVICES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES SEA T BEL TS NOT F ASTENED (red) The warning light turns on glowing steadily when: ❒ the driver's seat belt is not fastened correctly; ❒ the passenger's seat belt is not fas- ten[...]

168 SAFETY DEVICES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES AIR BAG F AILURE (red) Fitting the key into the ignition device the warning light turns on, but it should go off after few seconds. The warning light stays on glowing steadily (on certain vers[...]

169 SAFETY DEVICES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES – Car heavy duty (e.g.: towing trail- er uphill or fully laden car): decrease speed, if the warning light stays on, stop the car . W ait for 2 or 3 minutes leaving the engine on and slightly[...]

170 SAFETY DEVICES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES LIGHT ST A YS ON: LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE (red) FLASHING LIGHT : EXHAUSTED ENGINE OIL (only Diesel versions with DPF - red) When the electronic key is inserted into the starting device, the wa[...]

171 SAFETY DEVICES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES BOOT OPEN On certain versions message and symbol R (red) are displayed to indicate that boot is open. BONNET OPEN (for versions/markets, where provided) On certain versions message and sym- bo[...]

CAR PROTECTION SYSTEM F AILURE (amber) STEERING LOCK INHIBITION (amber) Car protection system failure W arning light (where provided) coming on (on certain versions a message is dis- played) indicates car protecting system failure: in this event contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as soon as possible. Steering lock inhibition W arning light (whe[...]

173 SAFETY DEVICES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES This cycle is performed only once when the outside temperature read is lower than or equal to 3°C and it can be re- peated only when outside temperature exceeds 6 °C and then falls down to 3[...]

INERTIAL FUEL CUT - OFF SWITCHED ON On certain versions, the inter- vention of the inertial fuel cut-off switch is indicated by a message + symbol (amber) on the display . Pre-heating glow plugs failure The warning light (on certain versions together with the message on the dis- play) will flash to indicate a failure in the pre-heating glow plugs s[...]

175 SAFETY DEVICES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES EBD SYSTEM F AILURE (red) (amber) With the engine running the turning on at the same time of the > and x warning lights (on cer- tain versions together with the message on the display) indi[...]

ASR SYSTEM (WHEEL ANTISKID SYSTEM) (amber) Fitting the key into the ignition device the warning light turns on, but it should go off after few seconds. The warning light flashes when the system cuts in, to alert the driver that the system is adapt- ing to the road surface grip conditions. ASR deactivation When the ASR is deactivated manually (press[...]

177 SAFETY DEVICES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES BRAKE LIGHTS F AILURE (amber) The warning light (where provided) turns on (on certain versions a message is dis- played) when a failure at brake lights (stop) is detected. The failure could be[...]

178 SAFETY DEVICES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES FUEL RESERVE – LIMITED CR U ISING R AN G E (amber) The warning light on the fuel level gauge turns on when about 10 litres fuel are left in the tank. On certain versions. the dis- play will [...]

179 SAFETY DEVICES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES ANTIPINCH SYSTEM F AILURE (amber) The warning light (or as an alternative, on certain versions, a symbol and a mes- sage are displayed) turns on when a fail- ure is detected in the antipinch s[...]

180 SAFETY DEVICES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES LOW TYRE PRESSURE (for versions/markets, where provided) On certain versions the display will show a warning message + symb ol (red) (and buzzer will sound) when the pressure of one or more ty[...]

181 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY I I N N A A N N E E M M E E R R G G E E N N C C Y Y In an emergency we recommend that you call the toll-free number found on the W arranty Booklet. Y ou can also connect to the site www .alfar[...]

182 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY JUMP ST ARTING If the battery is flat, it is possible to star t the engine using an auxiliary batter y with the same capacity or a little high- er than the flat one. Proceed as follows fig. 1 [...]

183 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY IF A TYRE IS PUNCTURED For versions/markets, where provided applicable, the car can be equipped with the “Quick tyre repair kit Fix&Go auto- matic“. Operations required to change a whe[...]

184 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY The space-saver spare wheel (for versions/ markets, where provided) is specific to your car; do not use it on other models, or use the spare wheel of other models on your car . The space-saver[...]

185 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY Please note: ❒ the jack weight is 1.76 kg; ❒ the jack requires no adjustment; ❒ the jack cannot be repaired. If it breaks it must be replaced with a new jack; ❒ no tool other than its [...]

186 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY ❒ Remove the wheel cap A-fig. 6 (only versions with steel rims); ❒ The jack shall be fitted as shown in fig. 7 (for versions fitted with sideskirts, before fitting the jack, re- move cover[...]

187 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY ❒ Fit the handle L-fig. 8 to operate the jack and lift the car until the wheel to be changed is several cen- timetres off the ground; ❒ Loosen the fastening bolts and then remove the wheel[...]

188 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY ❒ fit the space-saver spare wheel mak- ing one of the holes A-fig. 10 co- incide with the relevant pin B ; ❒ Using the wrench provided, fully tight- en the five fastening bolts; ❒ Lower [...]

189 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY A0E021 1m fig. 13 V ersions with alloy rims Proceed as follows: ❒ tighten pin A-fig. 13 in one of the holes of the wheel hub fastening bolts; ❒ insert the wheel on the pin and, us- ing the[...]

190 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY The quick tyre repair kit includes: ❒ a bottle A-fig. 14 containing the sealer , fitted with: - filling pipe B - sticker C bearing the notice “max. 80 km/h”, to be placed in a posi- tion[...]

191 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY The cylinder contains ethylene glycol. The cylinder contains latex: it can cause allergic reactions. It is harmful if ingested or inhaled and irritant for the eyes and in case of contact. In c[...]

192 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY Proceed as follows: ❒ set the wheel to be repaired with valve A-fig. 16 in the position shown in the figure, then pull up the handbrake , take the quick tyre repair kit and put it on the gro[...]

193 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY ❒ after reaching the tyre pressure spec- ified in paragraph “Wheels” in sec- tion “T echnical Specifications”, star t driving immediately; ❒ if after 5 minutes it is still impossi-[...]

194 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY Y ou shall absolutely communicate that the tyre has been repaired with the quick tyre repair kit. Hand the instruction brochure to the personnel charged with treat- ing the tyre repaired with [...]

195 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY CYLINDER REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE T o replace the cylinder proceed as fol- lows: ❒ disconnect connection A-fig. 23 and hose B ; ❒ turn counter-clockwise the cylinder to replace and raise it; [...]

196 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ❒ When a light is not working, check that the corresponding fuse is intact before changing a bulb. For the lo- cation of fuses, refer to the paragraph “If a fuse blows[...]

197 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY B Bayonet type bulbs: press the bulb, turn counter-clockwise to re- move this type of bulb from its holder . C T ubular bulbs: release them from their contacts to remove. D-E Halogen bulbs: to[...]

198 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY BULBS FIGURE 24 TYPE POWER Main beam headlights D H7 55W Dipped beam headlights D H7 55W Main beams/Dipped beams (versions with Bixenon headlights) (where provided) F D1S 55W Additional main b[...]

199 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY Main beam headlights (halogen bulbs) On some versions a special brake ser- vo vacuum unit is fitted which has to be removed in order to be able to replace the left main beam headlamp halogen b[...]

200 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY ❒ remove the bulb and replace it; ❒ fit the new bulb and refit bulb hold- er catch B-fig. 26 ; ❒ reconnect the electrical connector A ; ❒ refit the protective cover properly . Sideligh[...]

201 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY Side direction indicators T o change the bulb, proceed as follows: ❒ push the lens by hand in opposite run- ning direction in order to press the catch A-fig. 30 . Release the front part and [...]

202 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY Front fog lights fig. 32 (where provided) IMPOR T ANT Contact Alfa Romeo Au- thorized Services to have front fog lights replaced and adjusted. A0E0196m fig. 32 Reversing light/rear fog lights [...]

203 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY ❒ remove and replace the burnt-out bulb by pressing it slightly and turn- ing it counterclockwise fig. 35 : D: reversing light bulb on passenger side (or right side); D: reversing light bulb[...]

204 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY Direction indicators/ T aillights/Brake lights T o replace the bulbs proceed as follows: ❒ open the tailgate; ❒ loosen screw A-fig. 37 and remove the protection cover B ; ❒ remove the bu[...]

205 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY Additional brake light (third stop) Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to have the third brake light replaced. A0E0169m fig. 41 IF AN INTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT For the type of bulb and powe[...]

206 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY V ersions with sunroof T o replace the bulbs proceed as follows: ❒ remove the ceiling light A-fig. 44 working in the points shown by the ar- rows; ❒ replace the bulb B-fig. 45 releas- ing [...]

207 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY ❒ close protection B-fig. 49 on light unit A-fig. 48 ; ❒ refit the light unit inserting first one side and then the other one until hearing the locking click. GLOVEBOX LIGHT T o change the[...]

208 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY BOOT LIGHT T o change the bulb, proceed as follows: ❒ open the tailgate; ❒ remove the light unit A-fig. 50 lev- ering in the point shown by the ar- row; ❒ open the protection cover B-fig[...]

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210 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY FUSE LOCA TION Fuses are grouped into four fuse boxes to be found respectively on the dash- board, on the battery positive pole, near the battery and inside the boot (right- hand side). Fuse b[...]

211 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY Fuse box on the battery positive pole T o gain access to the fuses in the fuse box on the battery positive pole press the retainers A-fig. 57 and remove the protection cover B . A0E0126m fig. [...]

212 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY Fuse box near the battery T o gain access to the fuses, loosen the two fastening screws A-fig. 59 and remove the protection cover B . A0E0128m fig. 59 A0E0123m fig. 60 181-222 Alfa 159 GB 3-12[...]

213 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY Fuse box in the boot (left-hand side) T o gain access to the fuses, open the lid on the left side of the boot as shown by the arrow A-fig. 61 . A0E0129m fig. 61 A0E0224m fig. 62 181-222 Alfa 1[...]

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215 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY USERS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE Climate control system fan (1.8 140 HP versions) F02 (MAXI-FUSE) 40 60 Climate control system fan (2.2 JTS Selespeed versions) F02 (MAXI-FUSE) 50 60 Electric steering [...]

216 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY USERS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE Fuel pump supply F21 20 60 Sound system/radionavigation system power/Blue&Me F23 15 60 Supply + key for relay coils of engine compartment control unit/ dashboard c[...]

217 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY USERS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE Heated rear window F40 30 56 Defrosting of external mirrors/heated windshield relay coil F41 7.5 56 Windshield wiper/washer F43 30 56 Front cigar lighter on central co[...]

218 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY USERS FUSE AMPERE FIGURE Rear window wiper/Rear lighter F52 15 56 Instrument panel branch point F53 10 56 Amplifier Bose audio system F54 30 62 Front left seat movement control F56 25 62 Drive[...]

219 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY IF THE BA TTERY IS FLA T IMPOR T ANT The description of the battery charging procedure is described only for informative purposes. This op- eration should be carried out by Alfa Romeo Authoriz[...]

220 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY WITH THE JACK See instructions given in paragraph “Wheel replacement” in this section JACKING THE CAR USING AN ARM LIFT OR WORKSHOP LIFT Never jack the car from the front side, the car can[...]

221 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY TOWING THE CAR The tow hook provided with the car is contained into the Fix&Go automatic container . PRECAUTIONS FOR TOWING THE CAR T o prevent damaging the transmission components, tow th[...]

222 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS IN AN EMERGENCY Do not start the engine when towing the car . WA R N I N G Before fitting the hook, clean accurately its threaded seat. Before starting to tow , make sure to have tighten the hook. WA R N I N [...]

C C A A R R M M A A I I N N T T E E N N A A N N C C E E SCHEDULED SER VICING ...................................... 224 SERVICE SC HEDULE ........................................... 225 PERIODICAL CHECKS .......................................... 227 USE OF THE CAR UNDER HEA VY CONDITIONS ........ 227 CHECKING FLUID LEVE LS ........................[...]

SCHEDULED SER VICING Correct maintenance is essential for en- suring long car life under the best condi- tions. This is why Alfa Romeo has programmed a series of checks and maintenance op- erations every 35,000 km (or 21,000 mi). IMPOR T ANT The actual engine oil and filter change frequency depends on the conditions of use of the car and is si- gna[...]

35 70 105 140 175 ●●●●● ●●●●● ●●●●● ●●●●● ●●●●● ●●●●● ●●●●● ●●●●● ●●●●● ●●● ●● ● ● SER VICE SCHEDULE Thousands of km Check tyre conditions/wear and adjust pressure if required Check light system operation (headlights, direction indicators, hazard[...]

35 70 105 140 175 ●● ●● ● ● ●● ●● ● ●● ●● ● ●● ●● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ●● ●● ●● ● ●● ●● ● ●● ●● ● ●● ●● ● ●● ●● ●● ● Thousands of km Check and adjust tappet clearance (1.9 JTD M 8v version) Check and adjust tappet clearance, if required (1.8 140[...]

USE OF THE CAR UNDER HEA VY CONDITIONS Should prevailing use of the car be un- der one of the following specially heavy conditions: ❒ trailer or caravan towing; ❒ dusty roads; ❒ short distances (less than 7-8 km) and repeated with external temper- atures below zero; ❒ frequently idling engines or long dis- tance low speed driving (e.g.: doo[...]

228 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CAR MAINTENANCE CHECKING FLUID LEVELS For refilling amounts refer to T echnical Specifications section. 1. Engine oil - 2. Batter y 3. Brake fluid - 4. Windscreen washer fluid - 5. Engine coolant - 6. Power s[...]

229 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CAR MAINTENANCE fig. 3/a - 3.2 JTS version A0E0038m 1. Engine oil - 2. Batter y 3. Brake fluid - 4. Windscreen washer fluid - 5. Engine coolant 6. Power steering fluid SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSA[...]

230 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CAR MAINTENANCE fig. 4 - 1.9 JTD M 8v - 1.9 JTD M 16v versions A0E0162m 1. Engine oil - 2. Batter y 3. Brake fluid - 4. Windscreen washer fluid - 5. Engine coolant 6. Power steering fluid 1. Engine oil - 2. B[...]

231 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CAR MAINTENANCE fig. 6 - 2.4 JTD M version A0E0203m 1. Engine oil - 2. Batter y 3. Brake fluid - 4. Windscreen washer fluid - 5. Engine coolant 6. Power steering fluid 223-248 Alfa 159 GB 3-12-2009 14:11 Pagi[...]

ENGINE OIL Fig. 7 : 1.8 140 HP version Fig. 8 : 1750 TURBO BENZINA version Fig. 8/a : 2.2 JTS Selespeed version Fig. 9 : 3.2 JTS version Fig. 10 : 1.9 JTD M 8 V - 1.9 JTD M 16 V versions Fig. 11 : 2.0 JTD M version Fig. 12 : 2.4 JTD M version Checking engine oil Check the oil level a few minutes (about 5) after the engine has stopped, with the car [...]

CAR MAINTENANCE DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR INDEX TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS IN AN EMERGENCY W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES SAFETY DEVICES 233 Engine oil consumption Max engine oil consumption is usually 400 grams every 1000 km. When the car is new , the engine needs to run in, therefore the engine oil con- sumption can only be consi[...]

234 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CAR MAINTENANCE ENGINE COOLANT F LU I D fig. 13 If the level is low , pour slowly a mixture of 50% distilled water and 50% P ARAFLU UP through the filler neck A . A 50% mixture of distilled water and P ARAFLU[...]

235 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CAR MAINTENANCE Do not travel with the windscreen washer reservoir empty . The wind- screen washer is fundamental for improving visibility . WA R N I N G Certain commercial ad- ditives for windscreen washers [...]

BRAKE FLUID fig. 17 Check that the fluid level in the reservoir is at maximum. T op up with the brake fluid specified in the table “Fluids and lubricants” (see section “T echnical Spec- ifications "). NOTE Clean accurately the tank cap A and the surrounding surface. When opening the cap take the utmost care to prevent impurities entering[...]

CAR MAINTENANCE DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR INDEX TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS IN AN EMERGENCY W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES SAFETY DEVICES 237 AIR FIL TER/ POLLEN FIL TER Air cleaner or pollen filter replacement shall be carried out at Alfa Romeo Au- thorized Services. BA TTERY The battery does not require top ups of distilled water [...]

REPLACING THE BA TTER Y If required, replace the battery with a genuine spare part having the same specifications. If a battery with different specifications is fitted, the service inter vals given in the Service schedule in this section will no longer be valid. Refer therefore to the instructions pro- vided by the battery manufacturer . Incorrect [...]

USEFUL ADVICE FOR LENGTHENING THE LIFE OF YOUR BA TTER Y T o avoid draining your batter y and lengthen its life, observe the following indications: ❒ when you park the car , ensure the doors, tailgate and bonnet are closed properly; ❒ the ceiling lights must be off. The car is however provided with an auto- matic system for switching off inter-[...]

240 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CAR MAINTENANCE Incorrect pressure causes abnormal tyre wear fig. 18 : A normal pressure: tread evenly wor n. B low pressure: tread particularly worn at the edges. C high pressure: tread particularly wor n in[...]

241 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CAR MAINTENANCE Remember that road holding depends also on the correct tyre inflating pressure. WA R N I N G If the pressure is too low the tyre overheats and this can cause it serious damage. WA R N I N G Ne[...]

242 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CAR MAINTENANCE WINDSCREEN/REAR SCREEN WIPERS BLADES Periodically clean the rubber part using special products TUTELA PROFES- SIONAL SC 35 is recommended. If the rubber blades are bent or worn they should be [...]

243 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CAR MAINTENANCE SPRA Y NOZZLES If the jet of fluid is missing, firstly check that there is fluid in the reservoir: see “Checking fluid levels” in this section). Then check that the nozzle holes are not cl[...]

244 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CAR MAINTENANCE These include: ❒ Painting products and systems which give the car particular resistance to corrosion and abrasion; ❒ Use of galvanised (or pretreated) steel sheets, with high resistance to[...]

245 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CAR MAINTENANCE 245 ADVICE FOR PRESERVING THE BODYWORK Paint Paintwork does not only serve an aestethic purpose, but also protects the underlying sheet metal. In the case of deep scrapes or scores, you are ad[...]

Engine compartment At the end of the winter the engine com- partment should be carefully washed, without directing the jet against electronic control units. Contact a specialised work- shop to have this done. IMPOR T ANT The car should be washed with the engine cold and the key removed from the ignition device. After washing make sure that the vari[...]

INTERIORS Periodically check that water is not trapped under the mats (due to water dripping off shoes, umbrellas, etc.) which could cause oxidisation of the sheet metal. CLEANING SEA TS AND F ABRIC AND VEL VET P AR TS Use a soft brush or vacuum cleaner to remove dust. V elvet is cleaned better if the brush is moistened. Rub the seats with a sponge[...]

248 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS CAR MAINTENANCE INTERIOR PLASTIC P AR TS Clean plastic parts with a cloth moist- ened with water and non-abrasive neu- tral detergent. T o remove grease or hard stains, use appropriate products de- signed to [...]

249 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS T T E E C C H H N N I I C C A A L L S S P P E E C C I I F F I I C C A A T T I I O O N N S S IDENTIFICA TION DA T A ........................................ 250 ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS[...]

250 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS IDENTIFICA TION LABEL This is to be found in the engine com- partment, aside the upper right shock- absorber connection and it bears the fol- lowing identification data: A. Space for details o[...]

BODYWORK P AINT IDENTIFICA TION LABEL This is located in the inner side of the tailgate fig. 4 and it includes: A. Paint manufacturer B. Name of colour C. Colour code. D. Colour code for touching up and re- spraying. ENGINE MARKING Engine marking is stamped on the gear- box side, on the rear left side. BODYWORK LABEL This is located on the passenge[...]

252 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS ENGINE CODES - BODYWORK VERSIONS V ersions Engine code Bodywork version 1.8 140 HP 939A4000 939AXL1A 21C / 939BXL1A 22C (  ) 1750 TURBO BENZINA (***) 939B1000 939AXN1B 52 (**) / 939BXN1B 53[...]

253 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS 3.2 JTS 939A000 Otto 6 in 60° V 4 89 X 85.6 3195 191 260 6200 322 32.8 4500 BOSCH HR7MPP152 Unleaded petrol 95 RON (Specification EN228) 1.8 140 HP 939A4000 Otto 4 in line 4 80.5 x 88.2 1796 [...]

254 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS 1.9 JTD M 8v 939A1000 Diesel 4 in line 2 82 x 90.4 1910 88 120 4000 280 28.6 2000 – Diesel fuel for motor vehicles (Specification EN590) 1.9 JTD M 16v 939A2000 Diesel 4 in line 4 82 x 90.4 1[...]

255 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS FUEL FEED/IGNITION 1. 8 140 HP 1750 TURBO BENZINA 1. 9 JT D M 8 V 2.2 JTS - 3. 2 J TS 1.9 JTD M 16v - 2.0 JTD M 2.4 JTD M Fuel feed Multipoint fuel injection Direct injection Direct injection,[...]

256 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS 1.8 140 HP - 1750 TURBO BENZINA - 2.2 JTS 3.2 JTS - 2.4 JTD M 1.9 JTD M 8v - 1.9 JTD M 16v - 2.0 JTD M Service brakes: – front Disc, self-ventilating Disc, self-ventilating – rear Disc Dis[...]

257 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS UNDERST ANDING TYRE MARKING fig. 5 Example: 205/55 R 16 91 V 205 = Nominal width ( S , distance be- tween sidewalls in mm). 55 = Percentage height/width ratio ( H / S ). R = Radial tyre. 16 = [...]

258 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS UNDERST ANDING RIM MARKING fig. 5 Example: 7 J x 16 H2 ET 43 7 = rim width in inches 1 . J = rim drop center outline (side projection where the tyre bead rests) 2 . 16 = rim nominal diameter in inch- es (corresponds to[...]

TYRES 259 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS T raditional snow chains may not be used on tyres type 225/50 R17” only spider type chains can be used. T yres 235/45 R18” and 235/40 ZR19” cannot be fitted with snow chains due to[...]

260 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS COLD TYRE INFLA TION PRESSURE WHEEL ANGLES T yres 205/55 R16 91V front rear 2.3 2.3 2.6 2.6 T yres 215/55 R16 93V front rear 2.3 2.3 2.5 2.5 T yres 225/50 R17 98W front rear 2.5 2.5 2.9 2.7 T [...]

DIMENSIONS Dimensions are expressed in mm and refer to the car fitted with standard tyres. Min. size variations when optional tyres are fitted. The height refers to the car unladen. BOOT VOLUME Boot volume .............. 405 dm 3 A0E0044m ( ■ ) With tyres 215/55 R16” 261 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANC[...]

262 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS Dimensions are expressed in mm and refer to the car fitted with standard tyres. Min. size variations when optional tyres are fitted. The height refers to the car unladen. BOOT VOLUME Boot volu[...]

263 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS PERFORMANCE SALOON VERSIONS T op speed km/h Acceleration from 0-100 km/h sec. Kilometer with standing start sec. 1.8 140 HP 208 10.2 31.1 1750 TURBO BENZINA 235 7.7 28.9 3.2 JTS 4x2 250 7.1 27[...]

3.2 JTS 4x2 1540 1220 1050 2090 550 1700 70 50 1.9 JTD M 8v 1480 1150 1050 2030 550 1500 60 50 1.9 JTD M 16v 2.0 JTD M 1490 1130 ( Õ )/1150 1050 2040 550 1500 60 50 2.4 JTD M 4x2 1585 1220 1050 2135 550 1500 60 50 1750 TURBO BENZINA 1430 1100 1050 1980 550 1500 60 50 1.8 140 HP 1385 1100 1050 1935 550 1400 60 50 2.4 JTD M 4x4 1645 1220 1050 2195 5[...]

1750 TURBO BENZINA 1480 1100 1050 2030 550 1500 60 80 3.2 JTS 4x2 1590 1220 1050 2140 550 1800 75 80 1.9 JTD M 8v 1530 1150 1050 2080 550 1500 60 80 1.9 JTD M 16v 2.0 JTD M 1540 1130 ( Õ )/ 1150 1050 2090 550 1500 60 80 2.4 JTD M 4x2 1635 1220 1050 2185 550 1500 60 80 1.8 140 HP 1435 1100 1050 1985 550 1400 60 80 2.4 JTD M 4x4 1695 1220 1100 2245 [...]

Specified fuels and original lubricants ● Unleaded petrol with no less than 95 R.O.N. (EN228 Specification) ❍ Diesel fuel for motor vehicles (EN590 Specification) Mixture of 50% water and P ARAFLU UP ( ▲ ) ■ SELENIA StAR ❑ SELENIA WR  SELENIA StAR P .E. (1750 TURBO BENZINA versions)  SELENIA WR P .E. TUTELA CAR MA TR YX ( Õ ) TUTEL[...]

FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS AND THEIR SPECIFICA TIONS Use Fluid and lubricant specifications Original fluids Change for correct car operation and lubricants For diesel engines, in emergency cases where genuine products are not available, lubricants with min. performance ACEA B4 and ACEA C2 are accepted. If this is the case, the best [...]

268 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-85 that passes API GL 4 specifications. Qualification FIA T 9.55550-MZ1 Synthetic-based oil, grade SAE 75W-90 that passes API GL-5 specifications, ZF-TE ML 1[...]

269 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS – extra-urban cycle : frequent ac- celerating in all gears, simulating ex- traurban use of the car; the speed varies between 0 and 120 km/h; – combined consumption : is cal- culated weighi[...]

270 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS CO 2 EMISSIONS The CO 2 emission levels given in the following tables refer to combined consumption. CO 2 EMISSIONS ACCORDING TO EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE IN FORCE (g/km) Sportwagon versions Saloon v[...]

271 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS Certification number T939 NTR939 European Union and Countries applying EC directive Argentina Australia Brazil Bulgaria China ❒ Data unavailable at the time of printing. N15278 HHHH-AA-FFFF [...]

272 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS Certification number T939 NTR939 Malaysia Mexico Morocco Singapore South Africa T aiwan ❒ Data unavailable at the time of printing. AGREE P AR L ’ANR T MAROC Numéro d’agrément : MR 239[...]

273 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS 271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:55 Pagina 273[...]

274 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE INDEX CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS 271-292 Alfa 159 GB 8-04-2009 10:55 Pagina 274[...]

A A L L F F A A 1 1 5 5 9 9 S S P P O O R R T T W W A A G G O O N N REARSCREEN WIPER ......................................... 276 BOOT .............................................................. 277 ROOF RACK/SKI RACK ...................................... 284 PRESETTING FOR MOUNTING THE "UNIVERSAL ISOFIX" CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM ... 2[...]

Never use the wiper to remove ice or snow from the rear window . In these conditions, the wiper is submitted to excessive effort that results in motor protection cutting in and wiper operation inhibition for few seconds as a consequence. Should it be not possible to restore its operation, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Service. HANGING THE REARSCREE[...]

SPRA Y NOZZLE If the jet of fluid is inadequate, firstly check that there is fluid in the reservoir (see "Checking fluid levels" in section "Car maintenance"). Then check that the nozzle holes A- fig. 3 are not clogged, if necessar y use a needle to clean them. 277 ALF A 159 SPOR TW AGON A0E0269m fig. 4 A0E0263m fig. 5 A0E0268m [...]

The boot extension to the right makes it possible to carr y two passengers on the rear seat left-hand side. The boot ex- tension to the left makes it possible to carr y one passenger on the rear seat right-hand side. 278 ALF A 159 SPOR TW AGON EXTENDING THE BOOT The boot can be partially (1/3 or 2/3) or totally extended splitting the rear seat. Pro[...]

T o return the rear seat back to its original position Raise the seat backrests and push them back until hearing the locking click of both retainers. Position seat belt buckles upwards. IMPOR T ANT When the backrest is properly secured, the “red band” B- fig. 6 on levers A shall no longer be visible. The “red band” actually indicates that t[...]

CURRENT OUTLET (for versions/markets, where provided) The current outlet is located on the left side of the boot. T o use the cur rent outlet, open the lid A-fig. 12 . The current outlet only works with the key fitted into the igni- tion device and can only be used to pow- er accessories having max. 15A intake (180 W). 280 ALF A 159 SPOR TW AGON OD[...]

LUGGAGE NET (for versions/markets, where provided) The left and right sides of the boot are quipped with a luggage retainer net. – fig. 13 - version with side lid (for versions/markets, where provided) – fig. 14 - version without side lid – fig. 15 - fixing elastic. As optional, for versions/markets where applicable, an additional luggage re-[...]

IMPOR T ANT T o remove the net roll it up and check whether also the pas- senger's compartment separation net (for versions/markets, where provided) is rolled up (see next paragraph), then pull up lever D-fig. 23 . Raise the net and take it out from the boot. T o refit the net, proceed as follows: ❒ fit the net into the proper seat on the le[...]

T o extend it, take it out of the reel by taking tongue A-fig. 24 and secure ends B-fig. 25 into the two housings C-fig. 26 (one per side) located on the roof of the car . 283 ALF A 159 SPOR TW AGON Do not put objects on the cover which may damage it. The objects put on the cover may be thrown forwards and injure passen- gers should you brake sharp[...]

284 ALF A 159 SPOR TW AGON SOUND SYSTEM CD Changer (for versions/markets, where provided) O certain versions, behind the right boot lid, is fitted a CD Changer for 10 discs (see fig. 28 ). Amplifier (for versions/markets, where provided) V ersions equipped with Bose Hi-Fi sys- tem also have an amplifier behind the left boot lid. Passenger's co[...]

285 ALF A 159 SPOR TW AGON ROOF RACK/ SKI RACK (for versions/markets, where provided) The car can be fitted with two longitu- dinal bars fig. 30 that can be used, by adding special accessories to carr y var- ious objects (e.g.: skis, windsurf, etc.) IMPOR T ANT Never exceed the max. permissible loads (see section "T echni- cal Specifications&q[...]

286 ALF A 159 SPOR TW AGON PRESETTING FOR MOUNTING THE "UNIVERSAL ISOFIX" CHILD RESTRAINT SYSTEM This car is preset for mounting the Uni- versal Isofix child restraint system, a new European standardised system for carr ying children safely . fig. 31 shows an example of child restraint system. The Universal Isofix child's seat covers[...]

It is possible to mount both the tradi- tional restraint system and the "Univer- sal Isofix" one. Remember that in case of Universal Isofix child's seats, you can only use all those seats approved with the ECE R44/03 writing "Universal Isofix". At Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo you can find the "Universal Isofix" "[...]

288 ALF A 159 SPOR TW AGON IF AN EXTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT For the type of bulb and power rating, see paragraph “When needing to change a bulb" in section "In an emer- gency". IMPOR T ANT Before changing a bulb, read carefully the instructions given in section "In an emergency". REAR LIGHT UNITS Reversing light/ rear fog l[...]

289 ALF A 159 SPOR TW AGON T aillight bulb on tailgate T o replace the bulbs proceed as follows: ❒ open the tailgate; ❒ remove the cover A-fig. 35 work- ing in the point shown by the arrow; ❒ remove the bulb holder unit by press- ing the retaining tabs B-fig. 36 ; ❒ remove and replace the burnt-out bulb by pressing it slightly and turn- ing[...]

290 ALF A 159 SPOR TW AGON ADDITIONAL BRAKE LIGHT (THIRD STOP) The additional brake light is made up of LEDs and it is built into the rear spoiler fig. 41 . Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to have the third brake light replaced. IF AN INTERIOR LIGHT BURNS OUT For the type of bulb and power rating, see paragraph “When needing to change a bu[...]

291 ALF A 159 SPOR TW AGON A0E0488m fig. 43 A0E0301m fig. 44 A0E0302m fig. 45 ❒ replace the bulb B-fig. 43 releas- ing it from the side contacts mak- ing sure that the new bulb is cor- rectly clamped between the con- tacts; ❒ refit the light unit inserting first one side and then the other one until hearing the locking click. T AILGA TE LIGHT T[...]

292 ALF A 159 SPOR TW AGON A0E0303m fig. 46 A0E0304m fig. 47 IF A FUSE BLOWS The fuse specific for the Sportwagon ver- sion is located in the fuse box at the right side of the boot (see “In an emer- gency” chapter). IMPOR T ANT Before changing a bulb, read carefully the instructions given in section "In an emergency". COMPONENT FUSE A[...]

293 SOUND SYSTEM Audio source memory function .................................... 304 V olume se tting ......................................................... 304 Mute/Pause function ................................................ 305 Audio settings .......................................................... 305 T one setti ng ..................[...]

294 SOUND SYSTEM CD PLA YER ............................................................... 317 Introduction ............................................................. 317 Selecting the CD player ............................................. 317 Loading/ejecting a CD ............................................... 317 Error messages ............[...]

295 SOUND SYSTEM TIPS Road safety Learn how to use all different radio functions (e.g. how to save stations) before beginning to drive. Reception conditions Reception conditions change constantly while driving. Reception may be disturbed by mountains, buildings or bridges, or when you are far away from the broadcasting sta- tion. W ARNING The volum[...]

296 SOUND SYSTEM ❒ after listening to the CDs, put them back in their boxes to avoid them being marked or scratched, which could cause them to skip during playing; ❒ never expose CDs to direct sunlight, high temperatures or moisture for extended pe- riods of time, which could cause them to become distorted; ❒ do not stick labels on the CD sur[...]

297 SOUND SYSTEM W ARNING The CD player can read most of the compression systems currently on the market (e.g.: LAME, BLADE, XING, FRAUN- HOFER) but as these systems are continu- ally evolving, playback of all compression formats is not guaranteed. W ARNING If a multisession disc is loaded, only the first session will be played. W ARNING If a copy-[...]

298 SOUND SYSTEM HI-FI BOSE AUDIO SYSTEM (for versions/markets, where provided) The BOSE HI-FI audio system was carefully designed to provide the best acoustic per- formance and reproduce sound like a live concert in all areas of the passenger com- partment. The system faithfully reproduces crystalline high tones and provides full and rich bass ton[...]

299 SOUND SYSTEM Q Q U U I I C C K K R R E E F F E E R R E E N N C C E E G G U U I I D D E E A0F0531m Button ON/OFF Mode Brief press on knob Long press on knob T urn knob leftwards/rightwards GENERAL FUNCTIONS On Off V olume adjustment 293-318 Alfa 159 GB 18-06-2010 14:11 Pagina 299[...]

300 SOUND SYSTEM Button FM AS AM CD MUTE AUDIO MENU Button ÷ N ˜ O 1 2 3 4 5 6 Mode Repeated brief press on button Repeated brief press on button Repeated brief press on button Brief press on button Activate menu: brief press on button Select setting type: press buttons N or O Adjust settings: press buttons ÷ or ˜ Activate menu: brief press on [...]

301 SOUND SYSTEM Button ı ÷˜ N O ▲ ▼ ÷˜ CD FUNCTIONS Eject CD Play previous/next track CD track fast forward/backward Play previous/next disc (for CD-Changer) Play previous/next folder (for CD-MP3) Select previous/next folder/artist/genre/album according to active selection mode Play previous/next track Mode Brief press on button Brief pre[...]

302 SOUND SYSTEM CONTROLS ON STEERING WHEEL (for versions/markets, where provided) Button ^ + – SRC N O ÷ ˜ FUNCTION AudioMute on/off (Radio mode) or Pause (Media Player mode - with Blue&Me TM only) V olume up V olume down Select radio frequency range (FM1, FM2, FMT , FMA, MW) or audio source: Radio - CD - MP3 - CD Changer or Media Player ([...]

303 SOUND SYSTEM Multimedia CDs include da- ta tracks in addition to the audio tracks. Playing this type of CD could cause hissing at a volume that could jeopardise road safety as well as damage the out- put stages and the speakers. CD MP3 section ❒ MP3-Info function (ID3-T AG); ❒ Select folder (previous/next); ❒ Select track (forward/backwar[...]

304 SOUND SYSTEM SELECTING THE TUNER FUNCTION Pressing the FM AS button quickly and re- peatedly to cyclically select the following au- dio sources: ❒ TUNER (“FM1”, “FM2”, “FMT”); Press the AM button quickly and repeated- ly to cyclically select the following audio sources: ❒ TUNER (“MW1”, “MW2”). SELECTING CD/CD CHANGER FUN[...]

305 SOUND SYSTEM Press the AUDIO button briefly to change the Audio functions. After the AUDIO button is first pressed, the display will show the bass level value for the source activated at that time (e.g. in FM mode the display will show “FM Bass + 2”). T o scroll through the Menu functions use but- ton N or O . T o change the setting of the [...]

306 SOUND SYSTEM T o turn the equalizer on, use the ÷ or ˜ buttons to select one of the settings: ❒ “FM/AM/CD...EQ User” (adjustment of 7 equalizer bands that can be changed by the user); ❒ “Classic” (optimal equalizer presetting for classical music); ❒ “Rock” (optimal equalizer presetting for rock and pop music); ❒ “Jazz”[...]

307 SOUND SYSTEM *USER EQ SETTINGS function (equalizer settings only if the USER settings function is selected) (excluding versions with Bose HI-FI system) T o set a personalized equalizer adjustment, point to USER using button N or O and press button O for a while. A graph with 7 bars will appear on the dis- play , where each bar represents a freq[...]

308 SOUND SYSTEM AF SWITCHING function (alternative frequency search) The radio can operate in two different modes in the RDS mode: ❒ “AF Switching On” - search for alterna- tive frequencies activated (the letters “AF” appear on the display); ❒ “AF Switching Off” - search for alterna- tive frequencies not activated. Proceed as follo[...]

309 SOUND SYSTEM The volume at which the traffic news is trans- mitted depends on the listening volume: ❒ listening volume below 5: traffic news volume 5 (fixed value); ❒ listening volume above 5: traffic news volume equal to listening volume +1. If the volume is changed during a traffic up- date, the level will not be shown on the dis- play; t[...]

310 SOUND SYSTEM If the function is deactivated and you have tuned into a regional station working in a given area and you enter a different area, then the regional station received in the new area will be broadcast. IMPORT ANT If the AF and REG functions are on at the same time, once a border between two regions is crossed, the radio may not switc[...]

311 SOUND SYSTEM SPEED VOLUME function (volume setting according to speed) (excluding versions with Bose HI-FI system) This function automatically adapts the vol- ume level to the speed of the car , turning up the volume when the speed increases to maintain the ratio with the noise level inside the passenger compartment. T o turn the function on/of[...]

312 SOUND SYSTEM RADIO OFF function (on and off mode) This function is used to select the mode for switching off the radio between two differ- ent procedures. T o activate the function, use the ÷ or ˜ buttons. The selected mode will appear on the dis- play: ❒ “Radio off: 00 min”: the radio is turned off by the ignition key automatically as [...]

313 SOUND SYSTEM ANTI-THEFT PROTECTION The radio is equipped with an anti-theft pro- tection system based on the exchange of in- formation between the car radio and the electronic control unit (Body Computer) on the vehicle. This system guarantees maximum security and avoids having to enter the secret code every time the radio power supply is dis- [...]

314 SOUND SYSTEM FREQUENCY BAND SELECTION With the Radio mode activated, press the FM AS or AM button briefly and repeatedly to select the desired reception band. Each time the button is pressed the follow- ing bands are selected cyclically: ❒ Pressing the FM AS button: “FM1”, “FM2”, “FMA”; ❒ Pressing the AM button: “MW1” and ?[...]

315 SOUND SYSTEM AUTOMA TIC TUNING Briefly press the ÷ or ˜ button to start the automatic tuning search for the next sta- tion that can be received in the selected di- rection. If the button ÷ or ˜ is pressed down longer , the fast search starts. When the but- ton is released, the tuning will stop at the next station that can be received. If th[...]

316 SOUND SYSTEM EMERGENCY ALARM RECEPTION The radio can receive emergency alerts in RDS mode in exceptional circumstances or when dangerous situations are threatened (earthquakes, floods, etc.) if these are be- ing transmitted by the broadcaster tuned in- to. This function is activated automatically and cannot be turned off. The word ALARM will be[...]

317 SOUND SYSTEM Press the ˚ button, with the device turned on, to activate the CD motorised ejecting sys- tem. After ejection, the last audio source lis- tened to before playing the CD will be heard. If the CD is not removed from the car ra- dio, it will automatically be reloaded about 20 seconds later and the T uner mode will be tuned into (Radi[...]

318 SOUND SYSTEM F AST FORW ARD/BACKW ARD TRACK SELECTION Keep the ˜ button pressed down to fast forward the selected track and keep the ÷ button pressed down to play the track fast backward. The fast forward/backward function will stop once the button is re- leased. P AUSE FUNCTION T o pause the CD player , press the MUTE but- ton. The words “[...]

319 SOUND SYSTEM MP3 MODE In addition to playing normal audio CDs, the car radio can also play CD-ROMs on which MP3 format compressed audio files are recorded. The radio works according to the methods described previously (“CD player”) when an audio CD is inserted. The use of good quality disc burnt at the slowest possible speed is recommended [...]

320 SOUND SYSTEM SELECTING MP3 SESSIONS WITH HYBRID DISCS If a hybrid disc is inserted (Mixed Mode, En- hanced, CD-Extra) also containing MP3 files, the radio automatically starts playing the au- dio session. It is possible to move to the MP3 session whilst playing by keeping the CD button pressed for more than 2 seconds. IMPORT ANT When the functi[...]

321 SOUND SYSTEM INTRODUCTION This chapter describes the operation of the CD Changer player variants only (for ver- sions/markets, where provided); refer to the description in the “Functions and Set- tings” chapter as far as the operation of the radio is concerned. CD CHANGER SELECTION T ur n the radio on and briefly and repeated- ly press the [...]

322 SOUND SYSTEM GENERAL SECTION Low volume The Fader function should be adjusted to “F” (front) values to prevent the reduction of ra- dio output power and the cancelling of the volume if the Fader level adjustment is R+9. Source cannot be selected Nothing has been loaded. Load the CD or MP3 CD to be played. T T R R O O U U B B L L E E S S H H[...]

323 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS INDEX B attery – checking the charge ............ 237 – jump star ting ..................... 182 – recharging ......................... 219 – replacing ........................... 238 – us[...]

324 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS CORRECT USE OF THE CAR DASHBOARD AND CONTROLS INDEX – marking ............................ 251 – technical data .................... 253 Engine oil – consumption ...................... 232 – level ch eck ........................ 231 –[...]

Isofix universal (child's seat) .................. 140-286 J acking the car ........................ 220 L abels – identification dat a ............... 250 – bodywork paint .................. 251 Level checks ........................... 230 M ain beam headlights – bulb repl acement ................ 199 – control .......................[...]

– control .............................. 70 Ski tunnel ............................... 84 Smart washing ........................ 74 Snow chains ........................... 163 Sound system ......................... 293 Steering ................................. 256 Steering lock ........................... 21 Steering wheel (adjustment) ..... 49 [...]

Windscreen washer – control .............................. 75 – fluid level .......................... 232 Windscreen wiper – blades .............................. 242 – control .............................. 73 – nozzle .............................. 243 327 SAFETY DEVICES W ARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES IN AN EMERGENCY CAR MAINTENANCE TECH[...]

PROVISIONS FOR THE PROCESSING OF A VEHICLE A T THE END OF ITS LIFE-CYCLE For years now Alfa Romeo has been developing its global commitment towards the safeguarding and protection of the Environment through the continuous improvement of its production processes and the making of increasingly more “eco friendly” products. With a view to guarante[...]

fig. 1 1. Adjustable swivel side air vents - 2. Front side window demisting/defrosting vents - 3. Passenger’ s air bag - 4. Fuel lev- el gauge/engine coolant temperature gauge/engine oil temperature gauge (petrol versions) or turbocharger pressure gauge (diesel versions) - 5. Adjustable swivel centre air vents - 6. Upper central vent - 7. Externa[...]

INSTRUMENT P ANEL A. Speedometer (speed indicator) B. Warning lights - C. Rev counter - D. Multifunction display hcm W arning lights on diesel versions only On diesel versions the rev counter end scale value is at 6000 rpm. NOTE 1750 TURBO BENZINA versions have a rev counter with different graphic A0E0309m A0E0310m A. Speedometer (speed indicator) [...]

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