AUX Alfa Romeo 4C Spider 2018 Owner's Manual

SAFETY
CONTENTS
SAFETY FEATURES .....................90
▫ Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) . . .90
▫ ESC (Electronic Stability Control System) ....91
 AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS ...........96
▫ Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) ....96
 OCCUPANT RESTRAINT SYSTEMS ........100
▫ Occupant Restraint Systems Features ......100
▫ Important Safety Precautions ............100
▫ Seat Belt Systems ....................102
▫ Supplemental Restraint Systems (SRS) ......110▫
Child Restraints .....................123
▫ Transporting Pets ....................131
 SAFETY TIPS ....................... .132
▫ Transporting Passengers ................132
▫ Exhaust Gas ....................... .132
▫ Safety Checks You Should Make Inside The
Vehicle .......................... .133
▫ Periodic Safety Checks You Should Make
Outside The Vehicle ..................135
5

Electronic Q2 System (E-Q2)
TheElectronic Q2 system intervenes during accelera-
tion on corners, braking the inner drive wheel and thus
increasing the traction of the outer wheel (which bears
more of the vehicles weight): the torque is thus distrib-
uted optimally between the drive wheels in accordance
with the driving conditions and road surface, permit-
ting particularly effective, sporty driving.
Ready Alert Brake System (RAB)
This function activates automatically if the accelerator
pedal is released rapidly, reducing the brake pad travel
(both at front and back), with the aim of preparing the
braking system and enhancing its responsiveness, thus
reducing the stopping distance in the event of subse-
quent braking.
AUXILIARY DRIVING SYSTEMS
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
The Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) will warn the
driver of a low tire pressure based on the vehicle
recommended cold tire pressure.
The tire pressure will vary with temperature by about 1
psi (7 kPa) for every 12°F (6.5°C). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire pressure will
decrease. Tire pressure should always be set based on
cold inflation tire pressure. This is defined as the tire
pressure after the vehicle has not been driven for at least
three hours, or driven less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after a
three hour period. The cold tire inflation pressure must
not exceed the maximum inflation pressure molded into
the tire sidewall. Refer to “Tires” in “Servicing And
Maintenance” for information on how to properly in-
flate the vehicle’s tires. The tire pressure will also
increase as the vehicle is driven - this is normal and
there should be no adjustment for this increased pres-
sure.
The TPMS will warn the driver of a low tire pressure if
the tire pressure falls below the low pressure warning
limit for any reason, including low temperature effects,
or natural pressure loss through the tire.
The TPMS will continue to warn the driver of low tire
pressure as long as the condition exists, and will not
turn off until the tire pressure is at or above the
recommended cold placard pressure. Once the low tire
pressure warning (Tire Pressure Monitoring [TPM] Tell-
tale Light) illuminates, you must increase the tire pres-
sure to the recommended cold placard pressure in order
for the TPM Telltale Light to turn off. The system will
96 SAFETY

•Check front and rear disc brake pad condition and
wear.
• Check cleanliness of tailgate locks.
• Check cleanliness and lubrication of chassis and
steering linkage.
• Visually inspect condition of: engine, gearbox, trans-
mission, pipes and hoses (exhaust - fuel system -
brakes) and rubber elements (gaiters - sleeves -
bushes - etc.).
• Check battery charge and battery fluid level (electro-
lyte).
• Visually inspect condition of the auxiliary drive belts.
• Check and, if necessary, change engine oil and re-
place oil filter.
• Check and, if necessary, replace air cleaner filter.
Using the vehicle on a track should be regarded as an
exception. The vehicle has been designed and manufac-
tured for road use. Change engine oil at 4,000 miles (6,500 km) if the
vehicle is operated in a dusty and off road environment.
This type of vehicle use is considered Severe Duty.
If the vehicle is operated in a dusty or dirty environ-
ment the engine air filter has to be changed every 6,500
miles (10,000 km).
Once A Month Or Before A Long Trip/Periodic
Checks
Every 600 miles (1,000 km) or before long trips, check
and, if necessary, top off the following:
•
Check engine oil level.
• Check brake fluid level.
• Check windshield washer fluid level.
• Check the tire inflation pressures and look for un-
usual wear or damage.
• Check the fluid levels of the coolant reservoir and
brake master cylinder reservoir, and add as needed
• Check function of all interior and exterior lights.
Every 2,000 miles (3,000 km) check and, if necessary, top
up: engine oil level.
200 SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

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

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