automatic transmission Alfa Romeo 4C Spider 2018 User Guide

This also acts on the dynamic vehicle control systems
(engine, gearbox/transmission, ESC system).
Driving Modes
The Alfa DNA system lever will always return to the
center position after use.
The selected driving mode is indicated by the corre-
sponding LED switching in the panel and by an indi-
cation on the display.
Dynamic Mode
Activation
Move the Alfa DNA system lever upwards (to the letter
“D”) and hold in this position for half a second, until
the corresponding LED lights up and the Dynamic
mode activation indicator appears on the display.
When Dynamic mode is activated, the turbocharger
pressure and engine oil temperature screen is displayed
automatically. When released, the Alfa DNA system
lever will return to the central position.
NOTE:Dynamic Mode will be inhibited until the
vehicle has accumulated 155 miles (250 km).
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Anti-Slip
Regulation (ASR) systems:
The ESC and ASR system ensures more enjoyable,
sportier driving while guaranteeing the stability of the
vehicle.
Electronic Q2 system:
The system increases vehicle stability while accelerating
on bends, improving the agility of the vehicle.
Alfa DNA Mode Selector
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Engine And Gearbox/Transmission:
The system adjusts the transmission shift calibration for
sportier shifting.
NOTE:In Dynamic mode, the engine response to the
accelerator pedal position increases considerably. Con-
sequently, driving is less fluid and comfortable.
Deactivation
To deactivate Dynamic mode and return to Natural,
move lever downwards (to letter “A”) and hold for half
a second.
The LED corresponding to Natural mode will light up
and the Natural mode activation indication will appear
on the display.
Race Mode
Activation
Starting in Dynamic mode, move the Alfa DNA system
lever upwards (to the letter “D”) and hold in this
position for five seconds, until the Race mode activation
indicator appears on the display. When Race mode is activated, the longitudinal/lateral
accelerometer indicator screen (G-meter information) is
displayed automatically. This considers gravitational
acceleration (G).
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and Anti-Slip
Regulation (ASR) systems:
These systems are deactivated in order to ensure the
fullest sensation of sport, leaving the driver in full
control of the vehicle. When the vehicle is in unstable
conditions, the ESC reactivates automatically when the
brake pedal is pressed until the ABS intervenes, thus
returning the vehicle to stable conditions. To deactivate
the ESC and ASR systems, reactivate Race mode.
Electronic Q2 system:
The system increases vehicle stability while accelerating
on bends, improving the agility of the vehicle.
Engine And Gearbox/Transmission:
The system adjusts the transmission shift calibration for
sportier shifting.
NOTE:
In Race mode, the sensitivity of the accelerator
pedal increases considerably. Consequently, driving is
less fluid and comfortable.
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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
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Security Alarm...........................20
Sentry Key (Immobilizer) ...................19
Service Assistance ....................... .274
Service Contract ........................ .276
Service Manuals ........................ .278
Shoulder Belts ......................... .103
Signals, Turn ........................ .84, 135
Snow Chains (Tire Chains) ..................250
Snow Tires ............................ .246
Spare Tire ...................... .246, 247, 248
Spark Plugs ........................... .266
Speed Control Accel/Decel ......................... .155
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ...............153
Starting .............................. .139
Automatic Transmission .................139
Cold Weather ........................ .140
Engine Fails To Start ....................140
Steering ................................27
Column Lock ..........................27
Tilt Column ...........................27
Wheel, Tilt ............................27
Storage .............................. .253
Storage, Vehicle ........................ .253
Storing Your Vehicle ..................... .253Supplemental Restraint System - Air Bag
........112
Telescoping Steering Column .................27
Tilt Steering Column .......................27
Tire And Loading Information Placard .........235
Tire Markings .......................... .230
Tires ...................... .135, 239, 246, 251
Aging (Life Of Tires) ....................243
Air Pressure ......................... .239
Chains ............................. .250
Changing ........................... .229
Compact Spare ....................... .247
General Information .................239, 246
High Speed ......................... .241
Inflation

Pressures .....................240
Jacking ............................ .229
Life Of Tires ......................... .243
Load Capacity .....................235, 236
Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) ............96
Pressure Warning Light ...................80
Quality Grading ...................... .251
Radial ............................. .241
Replacement ......................... .244
Rotation ............................ .251
Safety .......................... .229, 239
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Sizes.............................. .231
Snow Tires .......................... .246
Spare Tire ....................... .246, 248
Spinning ........................... .242
Tread Wear Indicators ...................242
Wheel Nut Torque .....................260
Tire Safety Information ....................229
To Open Deck Lid ........................51
Towing .............................. .161
Disabled Vehicle ...................... .192
Recreational ......................... .161
Towing Eyes ........................... .192
Towing Vehicle Behind A Motorhome ..........161
Traction ........................... .162, 163
Trailer Towing ......................... .161
Transaxle Automatic ............................17
Transmission .......................... .143
Automatic .......................... .143
Fluid .............................. .228
Maintenance ......................... .228
Transporting Pets ....................... .131
Tread Wear Indicators .....................242
Turn Signals .............................84 Uniform Tire Quality Grades
................251
Unleaded Gasoline ...................... .262
Untwisting Procedure, Seat Belt ..............107
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...........260
Vehicle Loading ........................ .236
Vehicle Modifications/Alterations ..............6
Vehicle Security Alarm (Security Alarm) .........20
Vehicle Storage ......................... .253
Warning Flasher, Hazard ...................166
Warning Lights (Instrument Cluster Description) . . .83
Warnings And Cautions .....................6
Warranty Information .....................277
Washer Adding Fluid ........................ .208
Washers, Windshield .......................
34
Washing Vehicle ........................ .254
Water Driving Through ...................... .163
Wheel And Wheel Trim ....................249
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ................249
Windows ...............................42
Power ...............................42
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