dashboard Alfa Romeo 4C 2016 Owner handbook (in English)

AIR VENTSClimate control.................. 22
LEFT STALKExternal lights................... 28
INSTRUMENT PANELControl panel and on-board
instruments....................... 58
Warning lights................... 67
RIGHT STALKWindow cleaning................ 29
PASSENGER-SIDE AIR BAGOperation....................... 90
DASHBOARD CONTROLSRear fog light................... 32Central locking.................. 32Door mirror demisting........... 28
HEATER/CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
Climatic comfort................ 23Heating and ventilation.......... 24Manual climate control.......... 26
STEERING WHEELAdjustment..................... 20
Driver's side front airbag......... 90
CONTROL BUTTONSSetup menu.................... 60Menu options................... 61
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THE KEYS
KEY WITHOUT REMOTE
CONTROL
Operation
The metal insert A fig. 5 operates:
the ignition switch;
the door lock.
KEY WITH REMOTE
CONTROL
Operation
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The metal insert A fig. 6 operates:
the ignition switch;
the door lock.
Press button B to open/close the metal
insert.
1)
Door unlocking
Briefly press button
: unlocking of
doors, timed switching on of internal
roof light and double flashing of
direction indicators (for versions/
markets, where provided).
The doors are unlocked automatically if
the fuel cut-off system intervenes.
If when locking the doors, one or more
doors are not closed correctly, the LED
flashes quickly together with the
direction indicators.
Door locking
Briefly press button
: locking of
doors, switching off of internal roof light
and single flashing of direction
indicators (for versions/markets, where
provided).
If one or more door are open, the doors
will not be locked. This is indicated by a
rapid flashing of the direction indicators
(for versions/markets, where provided).
The doors will be locked if the tailgate isopen however.
When a speed of more than 20 km/h is
reached, the doors will be locked
automatically if this specific function
was set.
When the doors are locked from
outside the car (using the remote
control), LED A fig. 7 will switch on for a
few seconds and then start flashing
(deterrent function).
When the doors are locked from inside
the car (by pressing the
button on
the dashboard) the LED will remain on
constantly.
REQUESTING
ADDITIONAL REMOTE
CONTROLS
The system can recognise up to 8
remote controls. Should a new remote
control be necessary, go to the
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership,
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Activation
With the doors and tailgate closed and
the ignition key either turned to STOP
or removed, point the key with remote
control towards the car then press and
release the
button.
For versions/markets, where provided,
the system emits an acoustic signal and
activates door locking.
A self-diagnosis stage lasting
approximately 30 seconds precedes
the activation of the alarm: during this,
the LED flashes on the dashboard at a
frequency of about one flash per
second.
After the self-diagnosis stage, the LED
flashes at a lower frequency (one flash
every 3 seconds approx.).
If, after the alarm is switched on, a
second acoustic signal is emitted
and/or a visual signal via the LED on the
dashboard, wait about 4 seconds and
switch off the alarm by pressing the
button, check that the doors and
tailgate are closed correctly and then
reactivate the system by pressing the
button.
If the alarm emits an acoustic signal
even when the doors and tailgate are
closed correctly, a system malfunction
has occurred: in this case, contact a
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
Deactivation
Press thebutton.
The following operations are performed
(for versions/markets, where provided):
two brief flashes of the direction
indicators;
unlocking of the doors.
IMPORTANT If the central door locking
system is released using the metal
insert of the key, the alarm is not
disabled.
IMPORTANT In the event of accidental
activation of the alarm, or in any case to
interrupt the acoustic and visual signal
cycle when activated, it is possible to
press the
button or turn the ignition
key to MAR-ON for at least 5 seconds,
after which the system will deactivate.
Disabling
To completely disable the alarm (e.g.
during a lengthy period of car inactivity),
lock the car by turning the metal insert
of the key in the door lock.
IMPORTANT If the batteries of the key
with remote control run out or there is a
fault in the system, the alarm can be
switched off by inserting the key in the
ignition switch and turning it to
MAR-ON.
Volumetric/anti-lift
protection
To ensure the correct operation of the
protection, completely close the side
windows.
To disable the volumetric protection,
turn the ignition key from STOP to
MAR-ON twice in a row, then activate
the alarm within 15 seconds, pressing
the
button on the remote control.
When the function is deactivated, this is
indicated by the LED on the dashboard
flashing for several seconds.
To disable the anti-lift protection as well,
the ignition key must be turned from
STOP to MAR-ON three times in a row,
followed by activating the alarm within
15 seconds, pressing the
button on
the remote control.
When the function is deactivated, this is
indicated by the LED on the dashboard
flashing for several seconds.
Any disabling of the volumetric/anti-lift
protection must be repeated each time
the instrument panel is switched off.
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DOOR MIRROR
DEMISTING
Press thebutton F fig. 21 to
activate this function.
Activation is indicated by the digital
warning light on the display.
Press the
button again to deactivate
the function.
SYSTEM MAINTENANCE
In winter, the climate control system
must be turned on at least once a
month for about 10 minutes. Have the
system inspected at a dedicated Alfa
Romeo Dealership before the summer.
3)
IMPORTANT
3)The system uses R-1234yf coolant
which does not pollute the environment in
the event of accidental leakage. Under no
circumstances should you use R-134a fluid
which, in addition to being incompatible
with the system’s components, contributes
greatly to the greenhouse effect.
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
The left stalk fig. 22 operates most of
the exterior lights. The exterior lights
can only be switched on when the
ignition key is at MAR-ON.
The instrument panel and the
dashboard and central tunnel controls
will light up together with the exterior
lights.
DAYTIME RUNNING
LIGHTS (DRL)
“Daytime Running Lights”
With the ignition key at MAR-ON and
ring nut A fig. 22 turned to
, the
daytime running lights switch on. The
other lights and interior lighting stay off.
IMPORTANT The daytime running lights
are an alternative to the dipped
headlights for driving during the daytime
in countries where it is compulsory to
have lights on during the day; where itis not compulsory, the use of daytime
running lights is permitted.
IMPORTANT Daytime running lights
cannot be used in place of dipped
headlights when driving through tunnels
or at night. The use of daytime running
lights is governed by the Highway Code
of the country in which you are driving.
Comply with legal requirements.
SIDE LIGHTS/DIPPED
HEADLIGHTS
With the ignition key turned to
MAR-ON, turn ring nut A fig. 22 to.
The daytime running lights are switched
off and the side lights and dipped
headlights are switched on. The
warning light switches on in the
instrument panel.
PARKING LIGHTS
These lights can only be switched on
with ignition key at STOP or removed,
by moving ring nut A fig. 22 first to
position
and then to position.
The
warning light switches on in
the instrument panel.
MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS
To activate the main beam headlights,
with ring nut A at, pull the stalk
towards the steering wheel beyond the
end of travel position. The
warning
light switches on in the instrument
panel. When the stalk is pulled towards
the steering wheel again, beyond the
end of travel position, the main beam
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Locking takes place irrespective of the
position of the ignition key.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM
Operation
This intervenes in the event of impact,
causing:
fuel supply cut-off with the engine
consequently switching off;
the automatic unlocking of the doors;
the switching on of the interior lights;
the switching on of the hazard
warning lights.
The digital
warning light and the
dedicated message on the display
indicate the intervention of the system.
Carefully check the car for fuel leaks, for
instance in the engine compartment,
under the car or near the tank area.
17)
After a collision, turn the ignition key to
STOP to prevent the battery from
running down.
To restore the correct operation of the
car, proceed as follows:
bring the left exterior light control
stalk to central position (neutral);
turn the ignition key to the MAR-ON
position;
activate the right direction indicator;
deactivate the right direction
indicator;
activate the left direction indicator;
deactivate the left direction indicator;
activate the right direction indicator;
deactivate the right direction
indicator;
activate the left direction indicator;
deactivate the left direction indicator;
turn the ignition key to the STOP
position;
turn the ignition key to the MAR-ON
position.
WARNING
16)The use of hazard warning lights is
governed by the Highway Code of the
country you are driving in: comply with
legal requirements.
17)If, after an impact, you smell fuel or
notice leaks from the fuel system, do not
reactivate the system to avoid the risk of
fire.
INTERIOR FITTINGS
STORAGE
COMPARTMENTS
Front
For versions/markets, where provided,
the car features a storage compartment
A fig. 29 on the dashboard.
Rear
This is located at the centre of the rear
partition, easily accessible from the 2
seats. To access it, press button A
fig. 30 and release clasp B. There is a
lock in button A, permitting the storage
compartment to be locked using a
specific key.
On some versions, the storage
compartment is replaced with a mesh
pocket fig. 31.
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ODDMENTS POCKET
(for versions/markets, where provided)
It is located under the dashboard, in
front of the passenger side seat, in the
point shown in fig. 32.
POWER SOCKET
This is located on the central tunnel
fig. 33.
IMPORTANT Do not connect devices
with power higher than 180 W to the
socket. Do not damage the socket by
using unsuitable adaptors.
CIGAR LIGHTER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Operation
This is located on the central tunnel.
Press button A fig. 34 to activate the
cigar lighter.
After a few seconds the button goes
back to its initial position and the cigar
lighter is ready for use.
18)
IMPORTANT Always check that the
cigar lighter has switched off.
IMPORTANT Do not connect devices
with power higher than 180 W to the
socket. Do not damage the socket by
using unsuitable adaptors.
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ASHTRAY
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is a removable spring-loaded
plastic container B fig. 35 located on
the central tunnel.
19)
CUP HOLDER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
Cup holder C fig. 35 is located on the
central tunnel at the point illustrated in
the figure.
BACKREST POCKET
This is located at the back of the driver
side seat backrest fig. 36.
SUN VISORS
These are located at the sides of the
interior rear view mirror. They may be
positioned at the front.
EXTINGUISHER
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is located under the dashboard in
front of the passenger side seat, at the
point illustrated in fig. 37.
WARNING
18)The cigar lighter becomes very hot.
Handle it carefully and make sure that
children don’t use it: risk of fire and/or
burns.
19)Do not use the ashtray as a waste
paper basket: it may catch fire in contact
with cigarette stubs.
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DOORS
CENTRAL DOOR
LOCKING/UNLOCKING
Locking doors from the outside
With the doors closed, press the
button on the key or turn the metal
insert (located inside the key) in the
door lock.
LED A fig. 38 on the
button on the
dashboard will switch on to indicate
that the doors have locked.
Door locking is carried out with all
doors shut, irrespective of the tailgate
open/closed status.
Unlocking doors from the outside
Press the
button on the key or turn
the metal insert (located inside the key)
in the driver side door lock.Locking/unlocking doors from the
inside
Press the
button. The button has
an LED that indicates whether the
doors are locked or unlocked.
LED on: doors locked. Pressing the
button again centrally unlocks all
doors and switches off the LED.
LED off: doors unlocked. Pressing the
button again centrally locks all the
doors. The doors will be locked only if
all the doors are properly shut.
Once the doors have been locked via
the remote control or the key pawl, it
will no longer be possible to unlock
them by pressing the
button.
In the absence of electrical power
supply (blown fuse, battery
disconnected, etc.) it is still possible to
lock the doors manually.
EMERGENCY DOOR
LOCKING DEVICE
Passenger side door
The passenger side door has a device
to lock it when there is no current.
To lock it, place the metal insert of the
ignition key in housing A fig. 39 and
turn it clockwise.To restore the starting condition of the
door locks (only if battery charge
restored), proceed as follows:
press thebutton on the remote
control;
or
press thedoor locking/
unlocking button on the dashboard;
or
introduce the metal insert of the
ignition key in the front door pawl;
or
pull the internal door handle.
Door opening/closing mechanism
initialisation
If the battery is disconnected or the
protection fuse blows, the door
opening/closing mechanism must be
initialised as follows:
close all the doors;
press thebutton on the key or the
door locking/unlocking button on
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the dashboard;
press thebutton on the key or the
door locking/unlocking button on
the dashboard.
ELECTRIC WINDOWS
These operate when the ignition key is
turned to MAR-ON and for about three
minutes after the ignition key is turned
to STOP or removed unless one of the
doors is opened.
The buttons are located on the central
tunnel.
20)
Operation
A - Open/close left window;
B - Open/close right window;
Push the corresponding buttons to
open/close the desired window.
When one of the two buttons is
pressed briefly, the window moves in
stages; if the button is held down to
open, "continuous automatic" operation
is activated.
If the button is pressed again thewindow will stop in its current position.
If the button is pressed for several
seconds, the window lowers
automatically (only with ignition key in
MAR-ON position).
Continuous automatic operation
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is activated by pressing one of the
two buttons for longer than half a
second. The window stops when it
reaches the end of travel position, or
when the button is pressed again.
It can be used on both the driver side
and passenger side, only for lowering
the window.
Electric window system
initialisation
For versions/markets where provided,
after a break in power supply for the
control units (battery replaced or
disconnected or protective fuses for the
electric window control units replaced),
the automatic operation of the windows
must be restored.
The restoration procedure must be
performed as described below with the
doors closed:
completely open the driver's door
window keeping the operating button
pressed for at least three seconds after
the (lower) end of travel position is
reached;
completely raise the driver side
window and hold the button down for
at least 3 seconds once the (upper) end
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Main safety rules to be
followed when carrying
children
Follow the instructions supplied with
the child restraint system itself, which
the manufacturer must provide. Keep
the instructions in the car along with the
other documents and this handbook.
Do not use child restraint systems
without instructions;
always check that the seat belt is
well fastened by pulling on it;
only one child is to be strapped into
each restraint system; never carry two
children using one child restraint
system;
always check that seat belts do not
rest on the child’s neck;
while travelling, do not let the child sit
incorrectly or release the belts;
never carry children on your lap, even
newborns. No-one could restrain them
in the event of an accident;
in the event of an accident, replace
the child restraint system with a new
one.
WARNING
71)The figures are only examples for fitting
purposes. Fit the child restraint system
according to the instructions, which must
be included.
FRONT AIRBAGS
DRIVER AND
PASSENGER FRONT
AIRBAGS
The car features multistage front
airbags (“Smart bag system”) for driver
and passenger.
The front driver/passenger airbags are
designed to protect occupants in the
event of frontal impacts of medium-high
severity, by placing the bag between
the occupant and the steering wheel or
dashboard.
Therefore, non-activation of the front
airbags in other types of collisions (side
collisions, rear shunts, rollovers, etc.)
does not indicate a system malfunction.
Airbags are not a replacement of but
complementary to the seat belts, which
you are recommended to always wear.
In the event of impact, those not
wearing a seat belt are projected
forwards and may come into contact
with the bag which is still inflating. The
protection offered by the bag is
compromised in these circumstances.
72)
Front airbags may not activate in the
following situations:
frontal impacts against highly
deformable objects not involving the
front surface of the car (e.g. wing
collision against guard rail);
jamming of the car underneath othervehicles or protective barriers (e.g.
underneath a truck or a guard rail); in
this case, the bags would offer no
additional protection with respect to the
seat belt and their deployment would
be inappropriate. In these cases,
non-deployment does not indicate a
system malfunction.
Driver front airbag
This is located in a dedicated
compartment in the centre of the
steering wheel fig. 71.
73)
Passenger front airbag
This is located in a dedicated
compartment in the dashboard fig. 72.
74)
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