battery replacement Alfa Romeo 4C 2021 Instructieboek (in Dutch)

IGNITION DEVICE
The key can be turned to three different
positions fig. 5:
❒ STOP: engine off, key can be removed,
steering column locked.
Some electrical devices (e.g. radio,
central door locking system, alarm, etc.)
are still available;
❒ MAR: driving position.
All electrical devices are available;
❒ AVV: engine starting.
The ignition device is fitted with a safety
system that requires the ignition key to
be turned back to STOP if the engine
does not start, before the starting
operation can be repeated.
2) 3)
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KNOWING YOUR CAR
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KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL
BATTERY REPLACEMENT
Procedure
1)
❒ press button 1 fig. 4 and move the
metal insert 2 to opening position; turn
screw 3 to :using a small point
screwdriver;
❒ remove battery compartment 4 and
replace battery 5, respecting the polarity;
reinsert compartment 4 in the key and
secure it by turning screw 3 to Á.
1)Press button 2 only with the key away
from your body, especially your eyes and
from objects which could get
damaged (e.g. your clothes). Do not leave
the key unattended to avoid the button
being accidentally pressed while it is
being handled, e.g. by a child.
IMPORTANT
1)Used batteries may be harmful to the
environment if not disposed of correctly.
They must be disposed of as specified by
law in the special containers or taken to
an Alfa Romeo Dealership, which will take
care of their disposal.
WARNING
1)The electronic components inside the
key may be damaged if the key is
subjected to strong shocks. In order to
ensure complete efficiency of the
electronic devices inside the key, it should
never be exposed to direct sunlight.
WARNING

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NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
To change the bulbs, proceed as follows:
❒ press the side of the lens (as shown in
fig. 64 ) to press the retaining clip and
then remove the number plate light
cluster 1;
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❒ rotate the bulb holder 2 fig. 65
anticlockwise, extract the bulb 3 and
replace it.
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REPLACING FUSES
GENERAL INFORMATION
Fuses protect the electrical system: they
intervene (blow) in the event of a failure
or improper action on the system.
90) 91) 92) 93) 94) 10)
FUSE BOXES
The fuses are grouped in two fuse boxes
located in the engine and passenger
compartments.
Engine compartment junction box
This is located by the side of the battery
fig. 66: to access the fuses undo
the screws 1 and remove the cover 2.
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89)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.
IMPORTANT

INSPECTING THE CHARGE
AND THE ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
126) 127) 128) 129)
21)
5)
If necessary, replace the battery with
another original battery with the same
specifications. Follow the battery
manufacturer’s instructions for
maintenance.
SERVICING AND CARE
114
126)Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin and
eyes. Keep open flames away from the
battery and do not use objects that might
create sparks: risk of explosion and
fire.
127)Using the battery with insufficient
fluid irreparably damages the battery
and may cause an explosion.
128)If the car will be unused for an
extended period of time in extremely cold
weather conditions, remove the battery
and store it in a heated area to prevent it
from freezing.
129)Always wear appropriate goggles
when working on or near the battery.
IMPORTANT
21)Incorrect assembly of electrical and
electronic accessories may cause severe
damage to your vehicle. After purchasing
your vehicle, if you wish to install any
accessories (anti-theft, etc.), go to a
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership, which
will suggest the most suitable devices and
advise you whether a higher capacity
battery needs to be installed.
WARNING
5)Batteries contain substances which are
very dangerous for the environment. For
battery replacement, contact a dedicated
Alfa Romeo Dealership.
WARNING
RAISING THE CAR
If raising the car is necessary, contact a
dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership, who
will be equipped with suitable arm or
workshop lifts, in addition to the specific
equipment necessary.
It is however possible to use suitable
lowered hydraulic jacks to raise the car if
necessary.
The car lifting points are marked on the
side skirts with the symbols (see
points illustrated in fig. 100).
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ALPHABETICAL INDEX
ABS system......................................................50
Active safety systems ..........................50
Air cleaner ................................................112
Alarm .............................................................11
Alfa DNA system .....................................27
All Weather mode ...................................28
Dynamic mode ..........................................27
Natural mode .............................................27
Race mode ..................................................27
All Weather mode ...................................28
Alfa Romeo CODE system .................11
Alfa Romeo Code.....................................12
ASR (AntiSlip Regulation) system..50
Battery.............................................................113
recharging ................................................113
replacement ...........................................114
tips for extending battery life ......114
Body cleaning and maintenance..........115
Body paintwork
identification plate ....................................121
Bodywork........................................................115
corrosion warranty .............................115
maintenance ...........................................116
protection against
atmospheric elements ......................115
Boot/bonnet.............................................24/25
opening .........................................................24
closing ..........................................................25Brake (liquid level) ......................................110
Bulb types .........................................................82
Bump starting ..................................................98
Carrying children safely ............................60
CBC (Cornering Brake Control)
system .................................................................51
Changes/alterations to the car..................4
Changing a bulb ..............................................82
Changing a wheel ...........................................90
Chassis number ...........................................121
Checking levels ...........................................106
Child restraint system ........................61/62
Child restraint systems
recommended by Alfa Romeo.................62
Cleaning (outside and inside) ....116/118
engine compartment ..........................116
fabric seats and parts ........................118
genuine leather parts .........................118
headlights ................................................116
interiors.....................................................117
leather seats...........................................118
plastic and coated parts ...................118
windows ....................................................116
Climate control system ..............................20
CO
2emissions .............................................133
Courtesy lights ...............................................18
Cruise Control..................................................75
Dashboard ...........................................................8
Dashboard and on-board
instruments.......................................................30
Daytime running lights (DRL) ...................17
Dimensions ....................................................127
Dipped beam headlights ............................17
bulb replacement ....................................84
Dipped beam headlights ............................17
bulb replacement ....................................82
Direction indicators ......................................17
bulb replacement ....................................82
Display .................................................................32
Door locking .....................................................12
Door mirrors .....................................................15
Door opening/closing ..................................13
Doors ...................................................................12
central locking/unlocking....................12
DTC (Drag Torque Control) system ......50
EBD system .....................................................50
Electronic Q2 system (“E-Q2”) ................51
Emergency starting .....................................97
Engine codes .................................................121
Engine compartment ................................106
engine coolant level ...........................108
engine oil ..................................................130
identification codes ............................120