warning Alfa Romeo 4C Spider 2018 Owner's Manual

BRAKE SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with dual hydraulic brake
systems. If either of the two hydraulic systems loses
normal capability, the remaining system will still func-
tion. However, there will be some loss of overall brak-
ing effectiveness. You may notice increased pedal travel
during application, greater pedal force required to slow
or stop, and potential activation of the “Brake System
Warning Light”.
In the event power assist is lost for any reason (i.e.,
repeated brake applications with the engine off), the
brakes will still function. However, the effort required
to brake the vehicle will be much greater than that
required with the power system operating.
FUEL REQUIREMENTS — 1750 TURBO
The 1750 turbo engine is designed to
meet all emissions regulations and pro-
vide excellent fuel economy and perfor-
mance when using high-quality premium
unleaded gasoline with an octane rating
of only 91 or higher. Light spark knock at low engine speeds is not harmful
to your engine. However, continued heavy spark knock
at high speeds can cause damage and immediate ser-
vice is required.
Poor quality gasoline can cause problems such as hard
starting, stalling and hesitations. If you experience these
symptoms, try another brand of gasoline (with the
appropriate octane rating for your engine) before con-
sidering service for the vehicle.
Reformulated Gasoline
Many areas of the country require the use of cleaner
burning gasoline referred to as “Reformulated Gaso-
line”. Reformulated gasoline contains oxygenates and
are specifically blended to reduce vehicle emissions and
improve air quality.
The use of reformulated gasoline is recommended.
Properly blended reformulated gasoline will provide
improved performance and durability of engine and
fuel system components.
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CAUTION!(Continued)
performance and damage the emissions control
system.
• An out-of-tune engine or certain fuel or ignition
malfunctions can cause the catalytic converter to
overheat. If you notice a pungent burning odor or
some light smoke, your engine may be out of tune
or malfunctioning and may require immediate
service. Contact your authorized dealer for service
assistance.
• The use of fuel additives, which are now being
sold as octane enhancers, is not recommended.
Most of these products contain high concentra-
tions of methanol. Fuel system damage or vehicle
performance problems resulting from the use of
such fuels or additives is not the responsibility of
the manufacturer and may void or not be covered
under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
NOTE: Intentional tampering with the emissions con-
trol system can result in civil penalties being assessed
against you.
Carbon Monoxide Warnings
WARNING!
Carbon monoxide (CO) in exhaust gases is deadly.
Follow the precautions below to prevent carbon
monoxide poisoning:
• Do not inhale exhaust gases. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas, which can
kill. Never run the engine in a closed area, such as
a garage, and never sit in a parked vehicle with
the engine running for an extended period. If the
vehicle is stopped in an open area with the engine
running for more than a short period, adjust the
ventilation system to force fresh, outside air into
the vehicle.
• Guard against carbon monoxide with proper
maintenance. Have the exhaust system inspected
every time the vehicle is raised. Have any abnor-
mal conditions repaired promptly. Until repaired,
drive with all side windows fully open.
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CYBERSECURITY
Your vehicle may be a connected vehicle and may be
equipped with both wired and wireless networks.
These networks allow your vehicle to send and receive
information. This information allows systems and fea-
tures in your vehicle to function properly.
Your vehicle may be equipped with certain security
features to reduce the risk of unauthorized and unlaw-
ful access to vehicle systems and wireless communica-
tions. Vehicle software technology continues to evolve
over time and FCA US, working with its suppliers,
evaluates and takes appropriate steps as needed. Simi-
lar to a computer or other devices, your vehicle may
require software updates to improve the usability and
performance of your systems or to reduce the potential
risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to your
vehicle systems.
The risk of unauthorized and unlawful access to your
vehicle systems may still exist, even if the most recent
version of vehicle software (such as Uconnect software)
is installed.
WARNING!
•It is not possible to know or to predict all of the
possible outcomes if your vehicle’s systems are
breached. It may be possible that vehicle systems,
including safety related systems, could be im-
paired or a loss of vehicle control could occur that
may result in an accident involving serious injury
or death.
• ONLY insert media (e.g., USB, SD card, or CD)
into your vehicle if it came from a trusted source.
Media of unknown origin could possibly contain
malicious software, and if installed in your ve-
hicle, it may increase the possibility for vehicle
systems to be breached.
• As always, if you experience unusual vehicle
behavior, take your vehicle to your nearest autho-
rized dealer immediately.
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WARNING!
Engine exhaust (internal combustion engines only),
some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo-
nents contain, or emit, chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids
contained in vehicles and certain products of com-
ponent wear contain, or emit, chemicals known to
the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
See the Warranty Information Booklet for the terms and
provisions of FCA US LLC warranties applicable to this
vehicle and market.
MOPAR PARTS
Mopar fluids, lubricants, parts, and accessories are
available from an authorized dealer. They are recom-
mended for your vehicle in order to help keep the
vehicle operating at its best.
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS
In The 50 United States And Washington, D.C.
If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that
could cause a crash or cause injury or death, you
should immediately inform the National Highway
Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to
notifying FCA US LLC.
If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open
an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect
exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and
remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannot become
involved in individual problems between you, your
authorized dealer or FCA US LLC.
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety
Hotline toll free at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153);
or go to
http://www.safercar.gov; or write to: Admin-
istrator, NHTSA, 1200 New Jersey Avenue, SE., West
Building, Washington, D.C. 20590. You can also obtain
other information about motor vehicle safety from
http://www.safercar.gov.
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CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE 277

Adding Engine Coolant (Antifreeze)...........221
Adding Fuel ........................... .159
Adding Washer Fluid .....................208
Additives, Fuel ......................... .263
AirBag ...............................112 Air Bag Operation ......................114
Air Bag Warning Light ..................111
Driver Knee Air Bag ....................115
Enhanced Accident Response ..............195
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...............195
If A Deployment Occurs .................118
Knee Impact Bolsters ....................115
Maintaining Your Air Bag System ...........122
Transporting Pets ..................... .131
Air Bag Light .....................79, 111, 133
Air Bag Maintenance ..................... .122
Air Cleaner, Engine (Engine Air Cleaner Filter) . . .213
Air Conditioner Maintenance ................214
Air Conditioning Refrigerant .............214, 215
Air Conditioning System ...................214
Air Filter ............................. .213
Air Pressure, Tires ....................... .240
Alarm System (Security Alarm) ...............20
Alfa DNA System (Dynamic Car Control System) .148 Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission............85, 143
Fluid Type ....................... .229, 268
Alterations/Modifications, Vehicle ..............6
Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ..............221, 266
Capacities .......................... .266
Disposal ............................ .223
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) ................90
Anti-Lock Warning Light ....................82
Automatic Transaxle .......................17
Automatic Transmission ...................143
Fluid Type .......................... .268
Auxiliary Electrical Outlet (Power Outlet) ........58
Battery ............................ .79, 211
Charging System Light ...................79
Keyless Key Fob Replacement ..............16
Belts, Seat ............................. .133
Body Mechanism Lubrication ................215
B-Pillar

Location ........................ .235
Brake Fluid ........................... .268
Brake, Parking ......................... .141
280 INDEX

Brake System....................... .224, 262
Anti-Lock (ABS) ........................90
Master Cylinder ...................... .225
Parking ............................ .141
Warning Light .........................77
Break-In Recommendations, New Vehicle .......141
Bulb Replacement ....................... .166
Bulbs, Light ........................ .135, 166
Capacities, Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) .........266
Capacities, Fluid ........................ .266
Caps, Filler Oil (Engine) ...................... .207, 213
Radiator (Coolant Pressure) ...............223
Carbon Monoxide Warning ..............132, 265
Car Washes ........................... .254
Cellular Phone ......................... .272
Chains, Tire ........................... .250
Changing A Flat Tire ..................... .229
Chart, Tire Sizing ....................... .231
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) . .86
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety .............132
Checks, Safety ......................... .132
Child Restraint ......................... .123Child Restraints
Booster Seats ........................ .127
Child Restraints ...................... .123
Child Seat Installation ...................129
Infants And Child Restraints ..............125
Older Children And Child Restraints ........126
Clean Air Gasoline ...................... .262
Cleaning Wheels ............................ .249
Windshield Wiper Blades .................216
Climate Control ..........................36
Manual ..............................36
Compact Spare Tire ...................... .247
Contract, Service ........................ .276
Coolant (Antifreeze) ..................... .266
Coolant Pressure Cap (Radiator Cap) ..........223
Cooling
System......................... .220
Adding Coolant (Antifreeze) ..............221
Coolant Level .....................220, 223
Disposal Of Used Coolant ................223
Drain, Flush, And Refill ..................220
Inspection .......................... .223
Points To Remember ....................224
Pressure Cap ........................ .223
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Radiator Cap........................ .223
Selection Of Coolant (Antifreeze) ...........221
Corrosion Protection ..................... .253
Cruise Light .............................84
Cupholders .............................57
Customer Assistance ..................... .274
Daytime Running Lights ....................31
Dealer Service .......................... .212
Deck Lid, Release .........................51
Defroster, Windshield .....................133
Delay (Intermittent) Wipers ..................34
Diagnostic System, Onboard .................85
Dimmer Control ..........................34
Disabled Vehicle Towing ...................192
Disposal Antifreeze (Engine Coolant) ...............223
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock — Rear Doors .....23
Driver’s Seat Back Tilt ......................24
Driving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow Standing
Water .............................. .163
Electrical Outlet, Auxiliary (Power Outlet) .......58Electrical Power Outlets
....................58
Electric Remote Mirrors .....................29
Electronic Brake Control System ...............91
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .......153
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light ........78
Emergency, In Case Of Hazard Warning Flasher .................166
Jacking ............................ .229
Jump Starting ........................ .187
Overheating ......................... .191
Towing ............................ .192
Emission Control System Maintenance ..........86
Engine ............................... .207
Air Cleaner ......................... .213
Break-In Recommendations ...............141
Checking Oil Level .....................208
Compartment ........................ .207
Cooling ............................ .220
Exhaust Gas Caution ................132, 265
Fails To Start ........................ .140
Flooded,

Starting ..................... .140
Fuel Requirements .....................262
Jump Starting ........................ .187
Oil ............................ .212, 266
Oil Filler Cap ..................... .207, 213
282 INDEX

Oil Filter........................... .213
Oil Selection ......................... .212
Overheating ......................... .191
Starting ............................ .139
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ..........195
Ethanol .............................. .263
Euro Twin Clutch Transmission Fluid Type .......................... .229
Exhaust Gas Caution ..................132, 265
Exhaust System ..................... .132, 218
Exterior Lights ....................... .30, 135
Filters Air Cleaner ......................... .213
Engine Fuel ......................... .266
Engine Oil .......................... .213
Engine Oil Disposal ....................213
Flashers Hazard Warning ...................... .166
Turn Signal ....................... .84, 135
Flooded Engine Starting ...................140
Fluid, Brake ........................... .268
Fluid Capacities ........................ .266
Fluid Leaks ........................... .135
Fluids And Lubricants .....................266 Folding Rear Seat
.........................24
Four-Way Hazard Flasher ..................166
Fuel ................................. .262
Adding ............................ .159
Additives ........................... .263
Capacity ........................... .266
Clean Air ........................... .262
Ethanol ............................ .263
Gasoline ........................... .262
Materials Added ...................... .263
Methanol ........................... .263
Octane Rating ........................ .262
Requirements ........................ .262
T
ank Capacity ....................... .266
Fueling .............................. .159
Fuses ................................ .177
Gasoline, Clean Air ...................... .262
Gasoline (Fuel) ...................... .262, 266
Gasoline, Reformulated ....................262
General Information ...................100, 272
General Maintenance ..................... .212
Glass Cleaning ......................... .258
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HazardDriving Through Flowing, Rising, Or Shallow
Standing Water ....................... .163
Hazard Warning Flasher ...................166
Headlights ..............................31
Cleaning ........................... .254
Passing ..............................31
Head Restraints ..........................26
Heated Mirrors ...........................30
Heater .................................40
Holder, Cup .............................57
Ignition ................................17
Key ............................. .15, 17
Ignition Key Removal ......................17
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ...................19
Inside Rearview Mirror .....................28
Instrument Cluster ........................84
Instrument Cluster ......................62
Instrument Panel Lens Cleaning ..............257
Interior And Instrument Lights ...............32
Interior Appearance Care ...................256
Interior Lights ...........................32 Intermittent Wipers (Delay Wipers)
............34
Introduction .............................4
Jack Operation ......................... .229
Jump Starting .......................... .187
Key Fob Unlock The Doors ......................15
Key Fob Battery Service (Remote Keyless Entry) . . .16
Key-In Reminder .........................19
Key, Replacement .........................19
Keys ..................................15
Key, Sentry (Immobilizer) ...................19
Lane Change Assist .......................32
Lap/Shoulder Belts ...................... .103
Latches .............................. .135
Lead Free Gasoline ...................... .262
Leaks, Fluid ........................... .135
Life Of Tires ........................... .243
Light Bulbs ........................ .135, 166
284 INDEX

Lights............................. .31, 135
AirBag........................79, 111, 133
Brake Warning .........................77
Bulb Replacement ..................... .166
Cruise ...............................84
Engine Temperature Warning ..............80
Exterior ............................ .135
Hazard Warning Flasher .................166
Interior ..............................32
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ........83
Park ............................. .31, 84
Passing ..............................31
Seat Belt Reminder ......................79
Service ............................. .166
Tire Pressure Monitoring (TPMS) .........80, 96
Turn Signal ....................... .84, 135
Warning (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .80, 84
Loading Vehicle Tires .............................. .235
Locks Power Door ...........................22
Low Tire Pressure System ...................96
Lubrication, Body ....................... .215
Lug Nuts ............................. .260Maintenance Free Battery
...................211
Maintenance, General .....................212
Maintenance Procedures ...................212
Maintenance Schedule .....................199
Malfunction Indicator Light (Check Engine) . . . .83, 86
Manual, Service ........................ .278
Manual Transmission Lubricant Selection .....................268
Master Cylinder (Brakes) ...................225
Memory Feature (Memory Seat) ...............24
Memory Seat ............................24
Memory Seats And Radio ...................24
Methanol ............................. .263
Mirrors ................................28
Electric Remote ........................29
Heated ..............................30
Outside .......................... .28, 29
Rearview .............................28
Modifications/Alterations, Vehicle ..............6
Monitor, Tire Pressure System ................96
Mopar

Parts ........................... .277
MTBE/ETBE .......................... .263
Multi-Function Control Lever ................3112
INDEX 285