Alfa Romeo 159 2006 Owner handbook (in English)

SOUND SYSTEM
CD Changer (where provided)
O certain versions, behind the right boot
lid, is fitted a CD Changer for 10 discs
(seefig.
25).
Amplifier (where provided)
Versions equipped with Bose Hi-Fi sys-
tem also have an amplifier behind the
left boot lid.
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To roll up the net, release ends B-
fig. 22from housings C-fig. 23and
guide it during rolling.
A0E0291mfig. 24A0E0284mfig. 23A0E0305mfig. 25
Passenger's compartment
separating net
removal/refitting
To remove the net proceed as follows:
Press button D-fig. 24as shown in
the figure, move the separating net re-
leasing it from its seat, on both left and
right side. make the net slide as shown
in the figure, removing the pins from
their seats.
To refit the net reverse the removal op-
erations described previously.

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A0E0286mfig. 27
ROOF RACK/
SKI RACK
(optional for versions/
markets where applicable)
The car can be fitted with two longitu-
dinal bars fig. 27that can be used, by
adding special accessories to carry var-
ious objects (e.g.: skis, windsurf, etc.)
IMPORTANTNever exceed the max.
permissible loads (see section "Techni-
cal Specifications").
FUEL CAP EMERGENCY
OPENING
In the event of a failure, to open the
fuel cap proceed as follows:
❒open the fuse box lid A-fig. 26on
the right side of the boot as shown
by the arrow;
❒pull the string Bset aside the use
box.
A0E0285mfig. 26

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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".
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
carrying children safely. fig. 28shows
an example of child restraint system.
The Universal Isofix child's seat covers
weight group 1.
Due to its different anchoring system,
the Universal Isofix child's seat shall be
anchored to the proper lower metal fas-
tenersA-fig. 29, set between rear
seat back and cushion. The upper belt
(available with the child's seat) shall be
then secured to fastener B-fig. 30set
in the boot at child's seat level.To use fastener B, proceed as follows:
❒tilt the rear set backrest (see para-
graph "Boot" in section "Dashboard
and controls");
❒pull up fastener Band then secure
the belt to the fastener.
A0E0174mfig. 29
A0E0289mfig. 30
fig. 28A0E0241m

❒remove the bulb holder unit by press-
ing the retaining tabs B-fig. 32;
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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".
IMPORTANTBefore changing a bulb,
read carefully the instructions given in
section "In an emergency".
REAR LIGHT UNITS
Reversing light/
rear fog lights
To replace the bulbs proceed as follows:
❒open the tailgate;
❒remove cover A-fig. 31working
with a screwdriver in the point indi-
cated by the arrow;
IMPORTANTTo release the inspec-
tion lid, protect the screwdriver tip with
a cloth to prevent scratching.
Mount the child re-
straint system only
with the car stationary. The
Universal Isofix child restraint
system is properly anchored to
the mounting brackets when
clicks are heard. In any case,
keep to the installation in-
structions that must be pro-
vided by the child restraint
system's Manufacturer.
WARNING
At Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo you can
find the "Universal Isofix" "Duo Plus"
child's seat.
For any further detail on installation
and/or use, refer to the “Instructions
Manual” that must be provided by the
child restraint system's Manufacturer.
A0E0292mfig. 31
A0E0293mfig. 32

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Taillight bulb on tailgate
To replace the bulbs proceed as follows:
❒open the tailgate;
❒remove the cover A-fig. 31work-
ing in the point shown by the arrow;
❒remove the bulb holder unit by press-
ing the retaining tabs B-fig. 32;
❒remove and replace the burnt-out
bulb by pressing it slightly and turn-
ing it counterclockwise fig. 33:
C: reversing light bulb on passenger
side or right side;
C: rear fog light bulb on driver side or
left side;
❒refit the bulb holder unit securing it
properly using the retaining tabs B-
fig. 32;
❒close cover A-fig. 31.
A0E0294mfig. 33
❒remove and replace the burnt-out
bulb by pressing it slightly and turn-
ing it counterclockwise fig. 33:
D: taillight bulb on right/left headlight
❒refit the bulb holder unit securing it
properly using the retaining tabs B-
fig. 32;
❒close cover A-fig. 31.

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Direction indicators/
Taillights/Brake lights
To replace the bulbs proceed as follows:
❒open the tailgate;
❒on certain versions, open the side lid;
❒remove the protection cover by op-
erating device A-fig. 34;
A0E0296mfig. 35A0E0297mfig. 36
A0E0298mfig. 37
❒remove the bulb holder unit by press-
ing the retaining tabs B-fig. 35;
❒remove and replace the burnt-out
bulb by pressing it slightly and turn-
ing it counterclockwise fig. 36:
E:taillight/brake light bulb;
F:direction indicator bulb
❒refit the bulb holder unit securing it
properly using the retaining tabs B-
fig. 35;
❒refit the protection cover.
A0E0295mfig. 34
ADDITIONAL BRAKE LIGHT
(THIRD STOP)
The additional brake light is made up of
LEDs and it is built into the rear spoiler
fig. 37.
Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services
to have the third brake light replaced.

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BOOT LIGHT
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒open the tailgate;
❒remove the light unit A-fig. 38lev-
ering in the point shown by the ar-
row;
❒replace the bulb B-fig. 39releas-
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.
IF AN INTERIOR
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".
IMPORTANTBefore changing a bulb,
read carefully the instructions given in
section "In an emergency".
A0E0299mfig. 38A0E0300mfig. 39

❒replace the bulb B-fig. 41releas-
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.
TAILGATE LIGHT
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒open the tailgate;
❒remove the light unit A-fig. 40
working in the point shown by the
arrow;
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A0E0301mfig. 40A0E0302mfig. 41

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).
IMPORTANTBefore changing a bulb,
read carefully the instructions given in
section "In an emergency".
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A0E0303mfig. 42A0E0304mfig. 43
To open the fuse box, proceed as fol-
lows:
❒use handle Bto open the right lid
(where provided) A-fig. 42;
COMPONENT FUSE AMPERE
Cigar lighter outlet F55 15
❒open the fuse box lid C-fig. 43
working in the point shown by the
arrow.

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SAFETY
DEVICES
WARNING
LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES
IN AN
EMERGENCY
CAR
MAINTENANCE
TECHNICAL
SPECIFICATIONS
CORRECT USE
OF THE CAR
DASHBOARD
AND
CONTROLS
INDEX
– recharging .......................... 219
– replacing ............................ 238
– useful advice for lengthening
the life .............................. 239
Bodywork (cleaning) ................ 245
Bonnet ................................... 105
Boot ....................................... 101
– light replacement ................ 208
Brakes .................................... 256
Bulb (replacement) .................. 196
– general instructions ............. 196
– types of bulbs ..................... 197
Capacities ............................... 266
Car inactivity ............................ 164
Car maintenance................. 223
– periodical checks ................. 227
– use of the car under heavy
conditions .......................... 227
– service Schedule ................. 225
– scheduled service ................ 224Carrying children safely ............. 135
– child restraint systems ......... 138
– passenger’s seat compliance . 138
– presetting for mounting the
“Universal Isofix” child restraint
system ....................... 140-281
Ceiling lights
– front ................................. 78
– rear .................................. 80
Checking fluid levels ................. 228
Child lock device ...................... 97
Cigar lighter ............................. 85
Climate control system .............. 53
– automatic two-/three-zone .. 58
– manual .............................. 55
CO
2emissions ......................... 270
CODE card ............................... 11
Containing running costs ........... 157
Controls .................................. 81
Correct use of the car........ 151 ABS system ............................ 108
Accessories purchased
by the owner ......................... 117
Additional heater ...................... 69
Air/pollen filter ........................ 236
Air vents ................................. 54
Alarm ..................................... 17
Alfa Romeo CODE system .......... 9
Alfa 159 Sportwagon....... 271
Armrest
– central ............................... 82
– rear ............................ 83-84
Ashtray ................................... 86
ASR system ............................. 112
At the filling station .................. 125
Automatic headlight sensor ........ 71
Automatic two/three-zone climate
control system ....................... 58
Battery
– checking the charge ............ 237
– jump starting ...................... 182
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