warning light Alfa Romeo 4C 2016 Owner handbook (in English)

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amberTPMSIMPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or more
flat tyres as handling may be compromised. Stop the
car, avoiding sharp braking and steering. Repair
immediately using the dedicated kit (see "Repairing a
wheel" paragraph in the "In an emergency" chapter)
and contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership as
soon as possible.
TPMS failure
The warning light switches on when a fault is
detected in the TPMS.
Should one or more wheels be fitted without
sensors, the display will show a warning message
until initial conditions are restored.
In this case, contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership as soon as possible.
Low tyre pressure - See manual
The warning light switches on, together with a
dedicated message on the display, to indicate that
the tyre pressure is lower than the recommended
value and/or that slow pressure loss is occurring. In
these circumstances, optimal tyre duration and fuel
consumption may not be guaranteed.
Should two or more tyres be in the condition
mentioned above, the display will show the
indications corresponding to each tyre in sequence.
In any situation in which the message on the display is
"See manual", it is ESSENTIAL to refer to the contents
of the "Wheel" paragraph in the "Technical data"
chapter, strictly complying with the indications that
you find there.
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amberELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM
When the ignition key is turned to MAR-ON, the
warning light switches on, but should switch off as soon
as the engine is started.
Intervention by the system is indicated by the flashing of
the warning light: it indicates that the car is in critical
stability and grip conditions.
If the warning light does not switch off, or if it stays on
with the engine running, ESC system malfunction has
been detected.Contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon
as possible to have the problem diagnosed and
resolved.
Hill Holder failure
The warning light switches on together with the
digital warning light and corresponding message on the
display to indicate Hill Holder system failure.In this case, contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership as soon as possible.
amberASR FUNCTION DEACTIVATED WARNING LIGHT
When the ignition key is turned to MAR-ON, the
warning light switches on, but should switch off as soon
as the engine is started.
The
warning light switches on when the ASR function of the
electronic stability control (ESC) system is deactivated
(by selecting "Race" mode). When the ASR function is
reactivated, the warning light switches off.
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IMPORTANT
5)If, turning the ignition key to MAR, thewarning light does not turn on or if it turns on steadily or flashing when travelling (on certain
versions together with the message on the display), contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible.
WARNING
61)A failure of thewarning light is indicated by thewarning light switching on. In addition, the airbag system automatically disables the
passenger side airbag.
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greenSIDE LIGHTS AND DIPPED HEADLIGHTS
The warning light switches on when the side lights or
dipped headlights are turned on.
FOLLOW ME HOME
The warning light switches on (together with a
message shown on the display) when this device is
in use (see "Follow me home device" paragraph in
"Exterior lights" in the "Knowing your car" chapter).
greenLEFT DIRECTION INDICATOR
The warning light switches on when the direction
indicator control lever is moved downwards or, together
with the right indicator, when the hazard warning light
button is pressed.
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greenRIGHT DIRECTION INDICATOR
The warning light turns on when the direction indicator
control lever is moved upwards or, together with the left
indicator, when the hazard warning light button is
pressed.
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blueMAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
The warning light switches on when the main beam
headlights are turned on.
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WARNING LIGHTS ON DISPLAY
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redLOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
When the key is turned to MAR, the digital warning light switches on, but it should
switch off as soon as the engine is started.
The digital warning light switches on constantly together with the message in the
display when the system detects that the engine oil pressure is insufficient.
6)
ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The digital warning light will flash and a specific message will appear on the
display (for versions/markets, where provided).
The digital warning light may flash in the following ways, depending on the
versions:
- for 1 minute every two hours;
- for 3 minute cycles with the warning light off for intervals of 5 seconds until
oil is changed.
After the initial warning, each time the engine is started up, the digital
warning light will continue to flash in the same mode, until the oil is
changed. A specific message will appear on the display (for versions/
markets, where provided) in addition to the warning light. If the digital
warning light flashes, this does not mean that the car is defective, but
simply informs the driver that it is now necessary to change the oil as a
result of regular vehicle use. Remember that the deterioration of engine oil
is accelerated by using the car for short drives, preventing the engine from
reaching operating temperature.
Contact a dedicated Alfa
Romeo Dealership as soon
as possible.
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redENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE TOO HIGH
The digital warning light switches on when the
key is turned to MAR-ON, but it should switch off
after a few seconds. The warning light turns on
when the engine is overheated.
The display shows the dedicated message.In normal driving conditions: stop the car, switch off the engine
and check that the water level in the reservoir is not below the
MIN mark. In this case, wait for the engine to cool down, then
slowly and carefully open the cap, top up with coolant and
check that the level is between the MIN and MAX marks on
the reservoir itself. Also check visually for any fluid leaks.
Should the warning light turn on again at the next start-up,
contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
If the car is used under demanding conditions (e.g. in
high-performance driving): slow down and, if the warning light
stays on, stop the car. Wait for 2 or 3 minutes with the engine
running and slightly accelerated to further favour the coolant
circulation. Then stop the engine. Check that the coolant level
is correct as described above.
IMPORTANT Over demanding routes, it is advisable to keep
the engine on and slightly accelerated for a few minutes before
switching it off.
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redALTERNATOR FAILURE
The digital warning light switches on, only with engine
started, when an alternator fault is detected.Contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as
possible.
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redGEARBOX FAILURE
The digital warning light switches on when the key is
turned to MAR-ON, but it should switch off after a few
seconds.
The digital warning light flashes (together with a
message in the display and an acoustic signal) to
indicate that the transmission is faulty.
The digital warning light can light up even in the event of
transmission overheating, after a particularly demanding
use. In this case an engine performance limitation is
carried out.Contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as
possible.
If it is necessary to start the engine with a
gearbox/transmission failure, follow the procedure
described in the "Using the gearbox/transmission"
paragraph, "Starting the engine" section in the "Starting
and driving" chapter.
redDOOR OPEN
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The digital warning light on the display switches on
when one or more doors are not properly shut. An
acoustic signal is activated with the doors open and the
car moving.
amberBRAKE PAD WEAR
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The digital warning light on the display switches on
when the front or rear brake pads are worn.
The display shows the dedicated message.Have them replaced as soon as possible.
amberALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEM FAILURE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The digital warning light switches on in the display
(together with a message) to indicate Alfa Romeo CODE
system failure.Contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as
possible.
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amberFUEL RESERVE/LIMITED RANGE
The digital warning light switches on in the display when
about 4–5 litres of fuel are left in the tank.
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amberFUEL RESERVE/LIMITED RANGE SENSOR FAULT
The digital warning light switches on in the display when
a fuel reserve sensor fault is detected. The display
shows the dedicated message.Contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as
possible.
greenCRUISE CONTROL
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The digital warning light switches on in the display when
the ignition key is turned to MAR, but it should switch
off after a few seconds, if the Cruise Control is
deactivated.
The digital warning light switches on when the Cruise
Control ring nut is turned to the ON position (see the
“Cruise Control” paragraph in the "Knowing your car"
chapter).
The display shows the dedicated message.
greenDOOR MIRROR DEMISTING/DEFROSTING
The digital warning light switches on in the display when
the buttonon the control panel is pressed.
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amberEXTERIOR LIGHTS FAILURE
The symbol and corresponding message appear on the
display if a fault is detected in one of the following lights:
daytime running lights (DRL)
side lights
dipped beam headlights
direction indicators
rear fog lights
reversing lights
number plate lights.
The fault relating to these lights may be caused by: one
or more blown fuses, one or more blown bulbs or a
broken electrical connection.Check, and if necessary replace the fuses involved, in
accordance with the "Fuse replacement" paragraph in
the "In an emergency" chapter; if this does not resolve
the fault, check, and if necessary replace, the bulbs
involved, in accordance with the "External bulb
replacement" paragraph in the "In an emergency"
chapter.
Should this operation also fail to resolve the fault,
contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership, for a
comprehensive check of the electrical system.
amberSERVICE (SCHEDULED SERVICING)
The digital warning light
is automatically displayed,
along with a dedicated message, with key at MAR,
2,000 km (or equivalent value in miles) before the
following scheduled servicing interval and is activated
again every 200 km (or equivalent value in miles).Contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership. The
operations in the “Scheduled Servicing Plan” will be
performed and the message will be reset.
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GENERAL FAILURE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The symbol lights up in the display in the circumstances
indicated below.
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
The symbol lights up when the engine oil pressure
sensor is faulty. The display shows the dedicated
message.In this case contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership
to have the fault fixed as soon as possible.
Clutch overheating message
The
symbol, together with a message on the display,
lights up to indicate clutch overheating.
If the driver continues, thesymbol will switch
off and the
warning light will light up (on some
versions together with a message on the display)
to indicate a transmission failure.
If thesymbol lights up along with a message on the
display, reduce gear shifting and/or change usage
conditions, until the normal operating conditions are
restored.
If the
warning light lights up (a message will appear
on the display, on some versions) stop immediately,
operate the handbrake, switch off the engine and wait 5
minutes: after this, normal transmission operating
conditions will be restored.
Should the transmission failure condition persist,
contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership
FUEL CUT-OFF
The symbol and the corresponding message are shown
on the display in the following cases:
fuel cut-off system intervention: the yellow
symbol lights up;
fuel cut-off system failure: the red symbol
lights up.
For the fuel cut-off system reactivation procedure, refer
to the "Fuel Cut-Off System" section of the "Controls"
paragraph, in the "Knowing your car" chapter. If it is still
not possible to restore the fuel supply, contact a
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
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