Alfa Romeo 4C 2014 Owner handbook (in English)

IMPORTANT
12) Punctures caused by foreignbodies can be repaired if the
damage does not exceed 4 mm on
the tread and on the shoulder of
the tyre. Do not use the repair
kit if the tyre was damaged as a
result of being used when
underinflated.
IMPORTANT
2) Dispose of the bottle and thesealant properly. Dispose of the
components in compliance with
national and local regulations.
CHANGING A BULB
13)101) 102) 103)
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
❒Before changing a bulb check the
contacts for oxidation;
❒ replace blown bulbs with others of
the same type and power;
❒ after replacing a headlight bulb,
always check its alignment;
❒ when a light is not working, check
that the corresponding fuse is intact
before changing the bulb. For the
location of fuses, refer to the
paragraph “If a fuse blows” in this
chapter.
IMPORTANT
13) Halogen bulbs must be handled
by holding the metallic part only.
Touching the transparent part
of the bulb with your fingers may
reduce the intensity of the
emitted light and even reduce the
lifespan of the bulb. In the case
of accidental contact, rub the
lamp with a cloth and spirit and
leave to dry.
WARNING
101) Modifications or repairs to theelectric system that are not
carried out properly or do not take
the system technical
specifications into account can
cause malfunctions leading to the
risk of fire.
102) Halogen bulbs contain pressurised gas; in the case of
breakage they may burst.
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103) Due to the high supply voltage,gas discharge bulbs (Bi-Xenon)
should only be replaced by
specialised personnel: danger of
death! Contact a dedicated Alfa
Romeo Dealership.IMPORTANT When the weather is cold
or damp or after heavy rain or washing,
the surface of headlights or rear lights,
may steam up and/or form drops of
condensation on the inside. This is
a natural phenomenon due to the
difference in temperature and humidity
between the inside and the outside
of the glass which does not indicate a
fault and does not compromise the
normal operation of lighting devices.
The mist disappears quickly when the
lights are turned on, starting from
the centre of the diffuser, extending
progressively towards the edges.
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TYPES OF BULBSThe car has the following bulbs:
Glass bulbs:(type A) they are press-fitted. Pull to extract.Bayonet-type bulbs: (type B) to remove them from their
holder, press the bulb and turn it anti-clockwise, then extract it.
Tubular bulbs: (type C) release them from their contacts to
remove.
Halogen bulbs: (type D) to remove the bulb, release the clip
holding the bulb in place.
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BulbsTypePowerRef. Figure
Front side lights/Daytime running lights (DRL) LED--
Rear side lights LED--
Dipped/Main beam headlights (versions with
Bi-Halogen headlights) (for versions/markets,
where provided) H7
55 W D
Dipped/Main beam headlights (versions with
Bi-Xenon headlights) (for versions/markets, where
provided) D1S
35 W -
Dipped/Main beam headlights (versions with
Bi-LED headlights) (for versions/markets, where
provided) LED
--
Front direction indicators PY21W21 W B
Rear direction indicators PY21W21 W B
Side direction indicators WY5W5 WA
Brake lights LED--
3rd brake light LED--
Number plate lights W5W5 W A
Rear fog light W16W16 W A
Reversing light W16W16 W A
Roof light C10W10 W C
Luggage compartment light W5W5 W A
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REPLACING
EXTERIOR BULBSFRONT LIGHT CLUSTERS
These contain the bulbs for the side
lights/daytime running lights (DRL),
dipped beam headlights, main beam
headlights and direction indicators. The
bulbs are arranged as follows fig. 87:ASide lights/daytime running lightsBDipped/main beam headlightsCDirection indicators
To replace the bulbs for the dipped and
main beam headlights and for the
direction indicators open the
corresponding protective flaps on the
inner wheel arch fig. 88 that can be
located by steering the wheel
completely. A - direction indicator bulb protective
flap
B - dipped/main beam headlight bulb
protective flap
Side lights/daytime
running lights (DRL)
These are LEDs. For the replacement,
contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
Dipped/main beam
headlights
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒
steer the wheel completely;
❒ open the protective flap B fig. 88 by
rotating the fixing screw;
❒ take out the electric connector A fig.
89 and then rotate the bulb holder B
clockwise and remove it; ❒
extract the bulb and replace it;
❒ refit the new bulb, making sure that it
is locked correctly, and reconnect the
connector A;
❒ close the protective flap B fig. 88.
Direction indicators
Front
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒ steer the wheel completely;
❒ open the protective flap A fig. 88 by
rotating the fixing screw;
❒ take out the electric connector A fig.
90 and then rotate the bulb holder B
clockwise and remove it;
❒ extract the bulb and replace it;
❒ refit the new bulb, making sure that it
is locked correctly, and reconnect the
connector A;87
A0L0091
88
A0L0092
89
A0L0093
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❒close the protective flap A fig. 88.
Side
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒ adjust the lens A in the point shown
in figure fig. 91 to compress the
retaining clip B, then pull the cluster
outwards;
❒ turn the bulb holder B anticlockwise,
extract the bulb and replace it;
❒ refit the bulb holder B in the lens and
turn it clockwise;
❒ refit the cluster making sure that the
internal clip clicks into position. REAR LIGHT CLUSTERS
These contain the bulbs for the side
lights, direction indicators and brake
lights.
Direction indicators
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒
remove the protective cap A fig. 92
(one for each side) on the side cover
of the luggage compartment.
❒ remove the second protective cap in
rubber B fig. 93 inserting the hand
inside the hole.
❒ rotate the bulb holder and extract it;
❒ replace the bulb by pressing it and
turning it anticlockwise;
❒ refit the previously removed
protective caps. Side lights/brake lights
These are LEDs. For the replacement,
contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership.90
A0L0094
91
A0L0095
92
A0L0096
93
A0L0134
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REAR FOG LIGHT/
REVERSING LIGHT
104)
To replace the rear fog light bulbs A fig.
94 or the reversing lights B fig. 94
proceed as follows:
❒turn the bulb holder C fig. 95
anticlockwise, extract the bulb and
replace it. 3
rd
BRAKE LIGHTS
These are LEDs. For the replacement,
contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
To replace the bulbs proceed as
follows:
❒ adjust the lens A in the point shown
in figure fig. 96 laterally to compress
the retaining clip, then pull the
number plate light cluster A out;
❒ turn bulb holder B fig. 97
anticlockwise, extract bulb C and
replace it.
WARNING
104) The rear fog light and the
reversing light are located close to
the exhaust pipes; take the
utmost care not to get burnt
during the bulb replacement.
94
A0L0097
95
A0L0126
96
A0L0136
97
A0L0099
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INTERIOR BULB
REPLACEMENTROOF LIGHT
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove roof light A fig. 98 working
at the points indicated by the arrows; ❒
open protective flap B fig. 99 and
replace bulb C, releasing it from
the side contacts. Make sure that the
new bulb is correctly secured
between the contacts;
❒ reclose protective flap B fig. 99 and
fix roof light A fig. 98 in its housing,
making sure that it is locked.
LUGGAGE
COMPARTMENT ROOF
LIGHT
To replace the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒ open the luggage compartment and
extract roof light A fig. 100, working
in the point shown by the arrow;
❒ open protection B and replace the
press-fitted bulb;
❒ reclose protection B on the lens; ❒
refit roof light A by inserting it in its
correct position, firstly on one side
and then pressing on the other side
until it clicks into place.98
A0L0100
99
A0L0101
100
A0L0140
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REPLACING FUSESGENERAL INFORMATION
Fuses protect the electrical system:
they intervene (blow) in the event of a
fault or improper action on the system.
When a device does not work, check
the condition of its fuse: the filament
A fig. 101 must be intact.
If it is not, replace the blown fuse with
another with the same amperage (same
colour).
105) 106) 107) 108) 109)
14)
B = intact fuse;
C = fuse with damaged filament.FUSE LOCATION
The fuses are grouped in two fuse
boxes located in the engine and
passenger compartments.
Engine compartment fuse box
This is located next to the battery fig.
102: to access the fuses, undo screws
A and remove cover B.
The number identifying the electrical
component corresponding to each fuse
is shown on the back of the cover.
After replacing the fuse, make sure you
close cover B on the fuse box.
15)
Dashboard fuse box
This is located under the dashboard in
the area in front of the passenger seat.
To access the fuse box fig. 105 remove
the protective panel, following the
procedure described below:
❒
undo the four screws A fig. 104;
❒ to locate the fifth locking screw,
remove block B and remove plastic
cover C;
101
A0L0102
102
A0L0137
103
A0L0104
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❒at this point undo the fifth screw D
and remove the protective panel to
locate the fuse box.
WARNING
105) If a fuse blows again, contact a
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
106) Never replace a fuse with another with a higher amp rating;
DANGER OF FIRE. 107) If a general protective fuse
(MAXI-FUSE, MEGA-FUSE,
MIDI-FUSE) blows, contact a
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
108) Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition key has
been removed and that all the
other services are switched off
and/or deactivated.
109) Contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership if a safety
system (airbags, brakes),
transmission system (engine,
gearbox) or steering system
general protection fuse blows.
IMPORTANT
14) Never replace a blown fuse withmetal wires or other material.
15) If you need to wash the engine compartment, take care not to
aim the jet of water directly at the
fuse box.
104
A0L0105
105
A0L0106
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