alarm Alfa Romeo 4C Spider 2018 Owner's Manual

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
CONTENTS
KEYS ...............................15
▫ KeyFob ...........................15
 IGNITION SWITCH .....................17
▫ Ignition Key Removal ..................17
▫ Key-In-Ignition Reminder ...............19
 SENTRY KEY .........................19
▫ Replacement Keys ....................19
▫ General Information ...................20
 VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF
EQUIPPED ...........................20
▫ To Arm The System ...................21
▫ To Disarm The System .................21 
DOORS .............................22
▫ Central Door Locking/Unlocking ..........22
▫ Emergency Door Locking Device ..........23
 SEATS ..............................24
▫ Manual Front Seats ....................25
 HEAD RESTRAINTS ....................26
▫ Non-Adjustable Head Restraints ..........26
 STEERING WHEEL .....................27
▫ Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column .........27
 MIRRORS ...........................28
▫ Inside Day/Night Mirror ...............28
▫ Outside Mirrors ......................28
▫ Heated Mirrors ......................303

General Information
The following regulatory statement applies to all radio
frequency (RF) devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and
with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
2. This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
NOTE: Changes or modifications not expressly ap-
proved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user ’s authority to operate the equipment.
VEHICLE SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM — IF
EQUIPPED
The Vehicle Security Alarm monitors the doors and
decklid for unauthorized entry and the ignition for
unauthorized operation. If something triggers the
alarm, the Vehicle Security Alarm will prevent the
vehicle from starting. It will also emit an acoustic signal
and flash the park lights, and taillights. Operation
The alarm activates in the following cases:
1. Wrongful opening of one of the doors or the decklid
(perimeter protection);
2. Wrongful operation of the ignition switch (key turned to MAR ON/RUN);
3. Cutting of the battery leads;
4. Anomalous lifting/tilting of the car.
Operation of the alarm is indicated by an acoustic and
visual signal (flashing of the direction indicators for
several seconds). The alarm activation modes may vary
according to the market. There is a maximum number
of acoustic/visual cycles. When this is reached the
system returns to normal operation.
NOTE:
• The engine locking function is guaranteed by the Alfa
Romeo CODE, which is automatically activated
when the key is extracted from the ignition switch.
• The alarm is adapted to meet requirements in various
countries.
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To Arm The System
With the doors and decklid closed and the ignition key
either turned to STOP (OFF/LOCK) or removed, point
the key towards the vehicle then push and release the
lock button.
The system emits a visual signal and activates door
locking.
A self-diagnosis stage lasting approximately 30 seconds
precedes the activation of the alarm. During the self-
diagnosis, the vehicle security light flashes in the instru-
ment panel at a frequency of about one flash per second.
After the self-diagnosis stage, the vehicle security light
flashes at a lower frequency (approximately one flash
every three seconds).
If, after the alarm is switched on, a second visual signal
emit via the vehicle security light in the instrument
panel, wait about four seconds and switch off the alarm
by pushing the lock button, check that the doors and
decklid are closed correctly and then reactivate the
system by pushing the unlock button.
If the alarm emits a visual signal even when the doors
and decklid are closed correctly, a system malfunction
has occurred: in this case, contact an authorized dealer.
To Disarm The System
Deactivation
Push the unlock button.
The following operations are performed:
•Two brief flashes of the direction indicators.
• Unlocking of the doors.
NOTE:
• If the central door locking system is released using
the metal insert of the key, the alarm is not disabled.
• In the event of accidental activation of the alarm, or
in any case to interrupt the visual signal cycle when
activated, it is possible to push the unlock button or
turn the ignition key to MAR (ON/RUN) for at least
five seconds, after which the system will deactivate.
Disarming
To completely disable the alarm (e.g. during a lengthy
period of vehicle inactivity), lock the vehicle by turning
the metal insert of the key in the door lock.
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NOTE:If the batteries of the key fob run out or there is
a fault in the system, the alarm can be switched off by
inserting the key in the ignition switch and turning it to
MAR (ON/RUN).
DOORS
Central Door Locking/Unlocking
Locking/Unlocking Doors From The Inside
Push the lock LED indicator button . The button has an
LED that indicates whether the doors are locked or
unlocked.
Pushing the lock LED indicator button again centrally
unlocks all doors and switches off the LED.
Pushing the lock LED indicator button again centrally
locks all the doors. The doors will be locked only if all
the doors are properly shut.
Once the doors have been locked using the remote
control or the key, it will no longer be possible to unlock
them by pushing the lock LED indicator button.
NOTE: In the absence of electrical power supply (blown
fuse, battery disconnected, etc.), it is still possible to
lock the doors manually. Locking Doors From The Outside
With the doors closed, push the lock button on the key
fob or turn the metal insert (located inside the key fob)
in the door lock.
The door lock LED indicator button will illuminate to
indicate that the doors have locked.
NOTE:
Door locking is carried out with all doors shut.
Door Lock LED Indicator
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Because air bag sensors measure vehicle deceleration
over time, vehicle speed and damage by themselves are
not good indicators of whether or not an air bag should
have deployed.
Seat belts are necessary for your protection in all
collisions, and also are needed to help keep you in
position, away from an inflating air bag.
When the ORC detects a collision requiring the front air
bags, it signals the inflator units. A large quantity of
non-toxic gas is generated to inflate the front air bags.
The steering wheel hub trim cover and the upper right
side of the instrument panel separate and fold out of the
way as the air bags inflate to their full size. The front air
bags fully inflate in less time than it takes to blink your
eyes. The front air bags then quickly deflate while
helping to restrain the driver and front passenger.
Knee Impact Bolsters
The Knee Impact Bolsters help protect the knees of the
driver and front passenger, and position the front
occupants for improved interaction with the front air
bags.
WARNING!
•Do not drill, cut, or tamper with the knee impact
bolsters in any way.
• Do not mount any accessories to the knee impact
bolsters such as alarm lights, stereos, citizen band
radios, etc.
Supplemental Driver Knee Air Bag
This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Driver
Knee Air Bag mounted in the instrument panel below
the steering column. The Supplemental Driver Knee Air
Bag provides enhanced protection during a frontal
impact by working together with the seat belts, preten-
sioners, and front air bags.
Supplemental Side Air Bags
Supplemental Door-Integrated Side Air Bag Inflat-
able Curtains (SABICs)
This vehicle is equipped with Supplemental Door-
Integrated Side Air Bag Inflatable Curtains (SABICs).
SABICs may help reduce the risk of head and other
injuries to front seat outboard occupants in certain side
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SAFETY 115

CavityMaxi Fuse Mini Fuse Description
F30 –10 Amp Red Water Pump, HVAC
F82 30 Amp Green –Headlamp Washer – If Equipped
F83 40 Amp Orange –Alfa Twin Clutch Transmission Pump
F84 –5 Amp Tan After Run Pump
F86 –15 Amp Blue Rear Power Outlet 12V
F88 –7.5 Amp Brown Heated Mirrors
Dashboard Fuse Box
The dashboard fuse box is part of the Body Control
Module (BCM) and is located on the passenger side under the forward passenger floor. Remove the six
screws and the forward floor pan to access the BCM.
Cavity
Vehicle Fuse Num-
ber Mini Fuse
Description
3 F53 7.5 Amp Brown Instrument Panel Node
4 F38 15 Amp Blue Central Door Locking
5 F36 10 Amp Red Diagnostic Socket, Vehicle Radio, TPMS, Alarm
6 F43 20 Amp Yellow Bi-Directional Washer
7 F48 20 Amp Yellow Passenger Power Window
9 F50 7.5 Amp Brown Airbag
10 F51 7.5 Amp Brown Headlamp Washer Relay, A/C Compressor Relay,
High Beam Relay, Parking ECU, Vehicle Radio,
Stop Lamp Switch
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY 181

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

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
288 INDEX

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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INDEX 289