ESP Alfa Romeo 4C 2017 Service Manual

•Insects, tree sap and tar.
• Salt in the air near seacoast localities.
• Atmospheric fallout/industrial pollutants.
Washing
•Wash your vehicle regularly. Always wash your
vehicle in the shade using MOPAR Car Wash, or a
mild car wash soap, and rinse the panels completely
with clear water.
• If insects, tar, or other similar deposits have accumu-
lated on your vehicle, use MOPAR Super Kleen Bug
and Tar Remover to remove.
• Use a high quality cleaner wax, such as MOPAR
Cleaner Wax to remove road film, stains and to
protect your paint finish. Take care never to scratch
the paint.
• Avoid using abrasive compounds and power buffing
that may diminish the gloss or thin out the paint
finish.
NOTE: Hand washing is recommended, Avoid washing
with power washers and do not use commercial car
wash facilities.
CAUTION!
• Do not use abrasive or strong cleaning materials
such as steel wool or scouring powder that will
scratch metal and painted surfaces.
•
Use of power washers exceeding 1,200 psi (8 274 kPa)
can result in damage or removal of paint and decals.
• If the engine compartment is washed with an
high pressure jet, keep it at a distance of at least
8 inches (20 centimeters) from filler surface.
• Do not run this vehicle through an Automatic Car
Wash facility as extensive damage can result due
to the vehicle’s low ground clearance.
Special Care
• If you drive on salted or dusty roads or if you drive
near the ocean, hose off the undercarriage at least
once a month.
• It is important that the drain holes in the lower edges
of the doors, rocker panels, and trunk be kept clear
and open.
• If you detect any stone chips or scratches in the paint,
touch them up immediately. The cost of such repairs
is considered the responsibility of the owner.
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•If your vehicle is damaged due to a collision or
similar cause that destroys the paint and protective
coating, have your vehicle repaired as soon as pos-
sible. The cost of such repairs is considered the
responsibility of the owner.
• If you carry special cargo such as chemicals, fertiliz-
ers, de-icer salt, etc., be sure that such materials are
well packaged and sealed.
• If a lot of driving is done on gravel roads, consider
mud or stone shields behind each wheel.
• Use MOPAR Touch Up Paint on scratches as soon as
possible. Your authorized dealer has touch up paint
to match the color of your vehicle.
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care
All wheels and wheel trim, especially aluminum and
chrome plated wheels, should be cleaned regularly
using mild (neutral Ph) soap and water to maintain
their luster and to prevent corrosion. Wash wheels with
the same soap solution recommended for the body of
the vehicle.
Your wheels are susceptible to deterioration caused by
salt, sodium chloride, magnesium chloride, calcium
chloride, etc., and other road chemicals used to melt ice or control dust on dirt roads. Use a soft cloth or sponge
and mild soap to wipe away promptly. Do not use harsh
chemicals or a stiff brush. They can damage the wheel’s
protective coating that helps keep them from corroding
and tarnishing.
NOTE:
Many aftermarket wheel cleaners contain strong
acids or strong alkaline additives that can harm the
wheel surface.
CAUTION!
Avoid products or automatic car washes that use
acidic solutions or strong alkaline additives or
harsh brushes. These products and automatic car
washes may damage the wheel’s protective finish.
Such damage is not covered by the New Vehicle
Limited Warranty. Only car wash soap, MOPAR
Wheel Cleaner or equivalent is recommended.
When cleaning extremely dirty wheels including exces-
sive brake dust, care must be taken in the selection of
tire and wheel cleaning chemicals and equipment to
prevent damage to the wheels. Mopar Wheel Treatment
or Mopar Chrome Cleaner or their equivalent is recom-
mended or select a non-abrasive, non-acidic cleaner for
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•For grease stains, apply MOPAR Multi-Purpose
Cleaner to a clean, damp cloth and remove stain. Use
a fresh, damp towel to remove soap residue.
• Do not use any harsh solvents or any other form of
protectants on Stain Repel products.
Interior Care
Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean fabric upholstery and
carpeting.
Use MOPAR Total Clean to clean vinyl upholstery.
MOPAR Total Clean is specifically recommended for
leather upholstery.
Your leather upholstery can be best preserved by regular
cleaning with a damp soft cloth. Small particles of dirt can
act as an abrasive and damage the leather upholstery and
should be removed promptly with a damp cloth. Stub-
born soils can be removed easily with a soft cloth and
MOPAR Total Clean. Care should be taken to avoid
soaking your leather upholstery with any liquid. Please
do not use polishes, oils, cleaning fluids, solvents, deter-
gents, or ammonia-based cleaners to clean your leather
upholstery. Application of a leather conditioner is not
required to maintain the original condition.
WARNING!
Do not use volatile solvents for cleaning purposes.
Many are potentially flammable, and if used in
closed areas they may cause respiratory harm.
CAUTION!
Direct contact of air fresheners, insect repellents,
suntan lotions, or hand sanitizers to the plastic,
painted, or decorated surfaces of the interior may
cause permanent damage. Wipe away immediately.
CAUTION!
Damage caused by these type of products may not
be covered by your New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
CAUTION!
Do not use Alcohol and Alcohol-based and/or Ke-
ton based cleaning products to clean leather seats,
as damage to the seat may result.
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WARNING!(Continued)
•Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the igni-
tion is off and that all the other services are
switched off and/or disengaged.
• If the replaced fuse blows again, contact an au-
thorized dealer.
• If a general protection fuse for safety systems (air
bag system, braking system), power unit systems
(engine system, gearbox system) or steering sys-
tem blows, contact an authorized dealer.
Engine Compartment Fuses
The engine compartment fuse box is located on the left
side of the engine compartment, next to the battery. To
access the fuses, remove screws and then remove the
cover. The ID number of the electrical component correspond-
ing to each fuse can be found on the back of the cover.
Engine Compartment Fuse Box
1 — Forward Screw
2 — Fuse Box Cover
3 — Rearward Screw
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Any communication to the manufacturer’s customer
center should include the following information:
•Owner’s name and address
• Owner’s telephone number (home and office)
• Authorized dealer name
• Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
• Vehicle delivery date and mileage
Alfa Customer Center
P.O. Box 21–8004 Auburn Hills, MI 48321–8004 Phone:
1-844-Alfa-USA (1-844-253-2872)
Alfa Customer Center (Canada)
P.O. Box 1621 Windsor, Ontario N9A 4H6 Phone: 1-800-
465-2001 (English) Phone: 1-800-387-9983 (French)
Customer Assistance For The Hearing Or
Speech Impaired (TDD/TTY)
To assist customers who have hearing difficulties, the
manufacturer has installed special TDD (Telecommuni-
cation Devices for the Deaf) equipment at its customer
center. Any hearing or speech impaired customer, who
has access to a TDD or a conventional teletypewriter (TTY) in the United States, can communicate with the
manufacturer by dialing 1-800-380-CHRY.
Canadian residents with hearing difficulties that require
assistance can use the special needs relay service offered
by Bell Canada. For TTY teletypewriter users, dial 711
and for Voice callers, dial 1-800-855-0511 to connect with
a Bell Relay Service operator.
Service Contract
You may have purchased a service contract for a vehicle
to help protect you from the high cost of unexpected
repairs after the manufacturer’s New Vehicle Limited
Warranty expires. The manufacturer stands behind only
the manufacturer’s service contracts. If you purchased a
manufacturer’s service contract, you will receive Plan
Provisions and an Owner Identification Card in the
mail within three weeks of the vehicle delivery date. If
you have any questions about the service contract, call
the manufacturer’s Service Contract National Customer
Hotline at 1-800-521-9922 (Canadian residents, call (800)
465-2001 English / (800) 387-9983 French).
The manufacturer will not stand behind any service
contract that is not the manufacturer’s service contract.
It is not responsible for any service contract other than
the manufacturer’s service contract. If you purchased a
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Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)...........227
Adding Fuel ........................... .187
Adding Washer Fluid .....................221
Additives, Fuel ......................... .185
AirBag................................36 Air Bag Operation ......................38
Driver Knee Air Bag .....................39
Enhanced Accident Response ..............206
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...............206
If A Deployment Occurs ..................41
Knee Impact Bolsters ....................38
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ...........44
Air Bag Light ........................ .57, 97
Air Bag Maintenance ......................44
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter). . . .215
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................217
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............217, 218
Air Conditioning System ...................217
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... .168
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ...............12
Alfa DNA System (Dynamic Car Control System) ....................... .141
Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission ...........136, 210
Fluid Type ....................... .234, 258
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ..............6Antifreeze (Engine Coolant)
..............226, 256
Capacities .......................... .256
Disposal ............................ .228
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ...............152
Appearance Care ....................... .234
Automatic Door Locks .....................19
Automatic Transaxle ........................9
Automatic Transmission ...................136
Fluid Type .......................... .258
Auto Unlock, Doors .......................19
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........83
Battery ............................ .99, 216
Charging System Light ...................99
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ..............16
Belts, Seat ..............................57
Body Mechanism Lubrication ................218
B-Pillar Location ........................ .162
Brake Fluid ........................... .258
Brake, Parking ......................... .148
Brakes ............................... .230
Brake System ....................... .150, 230
Anti-Lock (ABS) ...................... .152
Master Cylinder ...................... .230
Parking ............................ .148
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Daytime Running Lights....................72
Dealer Service .......................... .212
Deck Lid ...............................22
Deck Lid, Release .........................68
Defroster, Windshield ......................57
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................75
Diagnostic System, Onboard ................210
Dimmer Control ..........................73
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............228
Door Locks .............................18
Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors .....19
Power Door Locks ......................15
Doors .................................18
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ....................... .147
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) .......83
Electrical Power Outlets ....................83
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................64
Electronic Brake Control System ..............150
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) ........77
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........96Emergency, In Case Of
Hazard Warning Flasher .................192
Jump Starting ........................ .200
Overheating ......................... .192
Emission Control System Maintenance .........211
Engine Air Cleaner ......................... .215
Break-In Recommendations ................55
Checking Oil Level .....................214
Compartment ........................ .209
Cooling ............................ .225
Exhaust Gas Caution .................56, 187
Fails To Start ........................ .135
Flooded, Starting ..................... .135
Fuel Requirements .....................183
Jump Starting ........................ .200
Oil ............................ .214, 256
Oil Filler Cap ........................ .215
Oil Filter ........................... .215
Oil Selection ......................... .214
Overheating ......................... .192
Starting ............................ .134
Enhanced

Accident Response Feature ..........206
Ethanol .............................. .184
278 INDEX