seat adjustment Alfa Romeo Giulia 2016 Owner's Manual

SEATS
FRONT SEATS WITH MANUAL
ADJUSTMENT
9)
4)
Longitudinal adjustment
Lift lever 1 fig. 13 and push the seat
forwards or backwards.
10)
IMPORTANT Carry out the adjustment
while sitting on the seat involved (driver
side or passenger side).
Height adjustment
Adjust lever 2 fig. 13 upwards or
downwards to obtain the required height.
IMPORTANT Carry out the adjustment
while sitting on the seat involved (driver
side or passenger side).
Backrest angle adjustment
Move lever 3 fig. 13 to adjust the
backrest angle, accompanying it with the
movement of the torso (operate the lever
until the desired position is reached, then
release it).
ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE FRONT
SEATS
5)
The buttons for electrical seat
adjustment are on the outer side of the
seat, near the floor.
These buttons can be used to adjust the
height, the lengthwise position in relation
to the vehicle and the angle of the
backrest.
Height adjustment
Use the rear part of the switch 1
fig. 14 to modify the height and/or the
angle of the seat cushion.Longitudinal adjustment
Push switch 1 fig. 14 forwards or
backwards to move the seat in the
corresponding direction.
Backrest angle adjustment
Push switch 2 fig. 14 forwards or
backwards to adjust the backrest in the
corresponding direction.
Electric lumbar adjustment
Use the joystick 3 fig. 14 to actuate the
lumbar area device until getting top
comfort while driving.
IMPORTANT The electrical adjustment is
only allowed when the ignition device is
turned to ON and for about 30 minutes
after it is turned to STOP. The seat can
also be moved after opening/closing the
door for about 30 minutes; vehicle
locking/unlocking or switching on of the
centre front roof light.
Seat inclination adjustment (tilting)
(where provided)
The seat angle of the seat can be
adjusted in four directions. Lift or push
the front part of control 1 fig. 14 to move
the front part of the seat in the
corresponding direction. Release control
1 when the seat has reached the desired
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Backrest width adjustment
(where provided)
Push the switches 4 fig. 15 to regulate
the width of the backrest through the
lateral paddings.
Memorising driver’s seat positions
Buttons 5 fig. 15 allow to store and recall
three different driver’s seat positions.
Storing and recalling is possible with the
ignition device in the ON position, for
3 minutes after having opened the
driver's side door or until the door is
closed, even with the ignition device in
the STOP position. To memorise a seat
position, adjust it with the various
controls, then press the button where you
want to memorise the position for
1.5 seconds. To recall a memorised
position, press the relevant button
briefly.FRONT SEAT ELECTRIC HEATING(where provided)
With ignition device at ON, press buttons
fig. 16 on the dashboard.
You can select three heating levels:
"minimum heating": one orange LED lit
on the buttons;
"average heating": two orange LEDs lit
on the buttons.
"maximum heating": three orange
LEDs lit on the buttons.
Press the buttons for a few seconds to
activate the "fast maximum heating"
function.
After selecting one heating level, you
need to wait for a few minutes until warm
air flows into the compartment.
IMPORTANT To preserve the battery
charge, this function cannot be activated
when the engine is off.REAR SEATS
11)
Three passengers can be seated on the
rear seats.
SPLIT FOLDING REAR SEAT(where provided)
The boot can be partially (1/3 or 2/3) or
totally extended by splitting the rear
seat.
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Partial extension of the luggage
compartment (1/3 or 2/3)
6)
Extending the right side of the boot
allows you to carry two passengers on
the left part of the rear seat, while
extending the left side allows you to
carry one passenger.
Proceed as follows:
completely lower the rear seat head
restraints;
place the seatbelt so that it doesn't
impede the movement of the backrest
while tilting it;
operate lever 1 fig. 19 (inside the
luggage compartment) to tilt the left
part, or lever 2 to tilt the right part of the
backrest: it will automatically tilt
forward. If necessary, accompany the
backrest during the initial stage of tilting.Repositioning the backrests
Move the seatbelts to the side, making
sure that they are correctly extended and
not twisted and that they are not trapped
behind the backrests of the seats, then
lift the backrests pushing them back until
you hear the locking click on both
attachment mechanisms.
12)
Central backrest section tilting
Before tilting the backrest, make sure
that the rear central seatbelt is not
fastened and that there aren't any
objects in the central part of the cushion
(if there are any, remove them).
Using the fig. 20 device, release the
central part of the backrest from its
housing and tilt it using the head
restraint.Central backrest section repositioning
Using the head restraint, lift the central
portion upwards, accompanying it during
its movement, lightly press to make sure
that it is properly attached. Make sure
that the armrest is properly attached by
trying to move it, if it is not attached,
repeat the operation.WARNING
9)All adjustments must be made with the
car stationary.
10)Once you have released the adjustment
lever, always check that the seat is locked on
the guides by trying to move it back and
forth. If the seat is not locked into place, it
may unexpectedly slide and cause the driver
to lose control of the car.
11)Always make sure that all those on
board the car are seated and are wearing
their seat belts correctly.
12)Make sure the backrests are properly
secured at both sides to prevent them from
moving forward, in the event of sharp
braking, with possible impact with of the
passengers.
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IMPORTANT
4)The fabric upholstery of the seats has
been designed to withstand long-term wear
deriving from normal use of the car. Some
precautions are however required. Avoid
prolonged and/or excessive rubbing against
clothing accessories such as metal buckles
and Velcro strips which, by applying a high
pressure on the fabric in a small area, could
cause it to break, thereby damaging the
upholstery.
5)Do not place any kind of items under the
electrically adjusted seats as they could
impede their movement or otherwise
damage the controls.
6)Before tilting the backrest, remove any
objects on the seat cushion.
HEADRESTS
ADJUSTMENTS
13)
They are height-adjustable: to adjust
them operate as follows.
Upward adjustment: raise the head
restraint until it clicks into place.
Downward adjustment: press button 1
fig. 21 (front head restraints) or 1
fig. 22 (side head restraints) and lower
the head restraint.
IMPORTANT To permit maximum
visibility for the driver, if the head
restraints are not used, they are moved
to the rest position: fully down.HEAD RESTRAINTS (removal)
Proceed as follows to remove the head
restraints:
raise the head restraints to their
maximum height;
press button 1 and device 2
fig. 21 (front head restraints) or 1 and 2
fig. 22 (rear head restraints) at the side
of the two supports, then remove the
head restraints by pulling them upwards.
WARNING
13)Head restraints must be adjusted so
that the head, rather than the neck, rests on
them. Only in this case they can protect your
head correctly. Any removed head restraints
must be repositioned correctly, in order to
protect the occupants in the event of impact:
follow the instructions above.
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The first time the main beam headlights
are activated (pushing the left lever), the
function is activated (the warning light
or thesymbol comes on in the
instrument panel).
If the main beam headlights are actually
on, the blue icon/warning light
will
also come on in the instrument panel.
DIRECTION INDICATORS
Move the left lever fig. 30 as far as
possible (unstable position):
up: right direction signal activated, the
warning light
flashes on the
instrument panel;
down: left direction signal activated,
the warning light
flashes on the
instrument panel;
The direction indicators are switched off
automatically when the steering wheel is
straightened.
"Lane Change" function
When you want to signal the change of
the driving lane, move the lever until the
first impulse (about half stroke).
The direction indicator on the side
selected will flash five times and then
switch off automatically.
SBL FUNCTION (Static Bending Light)(where provided)
The SBL LEDs activate in order to better
illuminate the street and increase the
light angle while turning. This function isenabled by rotating the light switch to
position
orAUTO. The SBL LEDs
activate if the speed exceeds 12 mph
(20 km/h) and the steering radius is
below 1640 ft (500 m).
HEADLIGHT ALIGNMENT ADJUSTMENT
Headlight alignment corrector
(where provided)
This device is not available on vehicles
equipped with Xenon headlights
(Bi-Xenon 35 W headlamp version), as
they require an automatic alignment
correction system.
It only operates with the ignition device
at ON.
To adjust it, rotate the ring nut fig. 31.
Position 0: one or two people on the
front seats;
Position 1: 4 or 5 passengers;
Position 2: 4 or 5 passengers + load in
the luggage compartment
Position 3: driver + maximum
admissible load stowed only in the
luggage compartment
IMPORTANT Check the headlight
alignment each time the weight of the
load transported changes.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CONTROL
BUTTON GRAPHIC BRIGHTNESS
ADJUSTMENT
With side lights or headlights on, operate
on the ring nut fig. 32 upwards to
increase light brightness of the
instrument panel and of the control
button graphics, or turn the ring nut
downwards to decrease it. The control is
pulsed so that for every action the level
intensity increases/decreases, up to a
maximum of seven.
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CLIMATE CONTROL
AUTOMATIC DUAL-ZONE CLIMATE CONTROLSYSTEM
2)
Controls
1. Driver side temperature adjustment knob; 2. Driver side AUTO function activation button (automatic operation); 3. Driver's
side air distribution selection button; 4. MAX-DEF function activation button (rapid defrosting/demisting); 5. Fan speed
adjustment knob; 6. Heated rear window on/off button; 7. Passenger side air distribution selection button; 8. Passenger side
AUTO function activation button (automatic operation); 9. Passenger side temperature adjustment knob; 10. MONO function
button (set temperature alignment) driver/passenger side; 11. Passenger side seat heater activation button; (where provided, see
chapter on seats); 12. Climate control compressor on/off button; 13. Steering wheel heater activation button; (where provided,
see chapter on steering wheel); 14. Driver side seat heater activation button; (where provided, see chapter on "Seats"); 15. On/
off button for internal air recirculation.
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24)Do not tamper with nor carry out any
intervention on the radar sensor or on the
camera on the windscreen. In the event of a
sensor failure, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
25)Do not wash with high-pressure jets in
the bumper lower area: in particular do not
operate on the system's electrical connector.
26)Be careful in the case of repairs and new
paintings in the area around the sensor
(panel covering the sensor on the left side of
the bumper). In the event of a frontal impact
the sensor may automatically deactivate
and display a warning to indicate that the
sensor needs to be repaired. Even without a
malfunction warning, deactivate the system
operation if you think that the position of the
radar sensor has changed (e.g. due to
low-speed frontal impact as during parking
manoeuvres). In these cases, go to an Alfa
Romeo Dealership to have the radar sensor
realigned or replaced.
27)When towing a trailer, a vehicle or during
loading manoeuvres on a vehicle transporter
(or in vehicle for transport), the system must
be deactivated via the Connect system.
28)The Tire Repair Kit, provided with the
vehicle, is compatible with the TPMS
sensors. Using sealants different from that
in the original kit may compromise its
operation. If sealants not equivalent with the
original ones are used, it is recommended to
have the TPMS sensor operation checked by
a qualified repair centre.OCCUPANT PROTECTION
SYSTEMS
Some of the most important safety
equipment of the vehicle comprise the
following protection systems:
seat belts;
SBA (Seat Belt Alert) System;
head restraints;
child restraint systems;
Front airbags and side bags.
Read the information given the following
pages with the utmost care. It is of
fundamental importance that the
protection systems are used in the
correct way to guarantee the maximum
possible safety level for the driver and
the passengers.
For the description of the head restraint
adjustment see the "Head restraints"
paragraph in the "Knowing your vehicle"
chapter.
SEAT BELTS
All the seatbelts have three anchoring
points each with its own retractor.
The retractor mechanism operates
locking the belt in the event of sharp
braking or strong deceleration due to an
impact. This allows the belt strap to slide
freely and to adapt to the body of the
occupant. In the event of an accident, the
belt will lock reducing the risk of impact
inside the passenger compartment and
of being projected outside the vehicle.
The driver is responsible for respecting,
and ensuring that all the other occupants
of the vehicle also respect, the local laws
in force in relation to the use of the seat
belts.
Always fasten the seat belts before
setting off.
USING THE SEAT BELTS
The seat belt should be worn keeping the
chest straight and rested against the
backrest.
To fasten the seat belts, hold the tongue
1 fig. 76 and insert it into the buckle 2,
until it clicks into place.
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SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINTSYSTEM USE
ISOFIX POSITIONS ON THE VEHICLE
Weight categories Size category Device Front passengerRear side
passengersRear central
passenger
(where provided)
Group 0 (up to 22 lb
(10 kg))E ISO/R1XILX
Group 0+ (up to 29 lb
(13 kg))E ISO/R1
XILX
D ISO/R2XILX
C ISO/R3X IL (*) X
Group 1 (from 20 (9) up
to 40 lb (18 kg))D ISO/R2
XILX
C ISO/R3X IL (*) X
B ISO/F2X IUF–IL X
B1 ISO/F2XX IUF–IL X
A ISO/F3X IUF–IL X
Group 2 (from 33 (15)
up to 55 lb (25 kg))XILX
Group 3 (from 48 (22)
up to 80 lb (36 kg))XILX
X ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child protection systems for this weight and/or size category.
IL Suitable for ISOFIX child restraint systems of the "Specific for the vehicle", "Restricted", or "Semiuniversal" categories, approved for this type of
vehicle.
IL (*) It is possible to install the ISOFIX child restraint system by adjusting the front seat (adjustment is not required if the "Sparco" Carbonshell Sport
seats are installed).
IUF Suitable for forward facing ISOFIX child restraint systems in the Universal category and type-approved for the use in the weight group.
X ISOFIX position not suitable for ISOFIX child protection systems for this weight and/or size category.
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Main recommendations to carry
children safely
Install the child restraint systems on
the rear seat, which is the most protected
position in the event of an impact.
Keep children in rearward facing child
restraint systems for as long as possible,
until 3–4 years old if possible.
If a rear facing child restraint system is
installed on the front seat, passenger's
side, it is recommended to remove the
head restraint (refer to the procedure
described in "Head restraint" paragraph,
"Knowing your vehicle" chapter). The head
restraint must be repositioned properly if
no child restraint system is to be
transported.
If the passenger's front airbag is
deactivated always check the warning
light on the front dashboard to make sure
that it has actually been deactivated.
Carefully follow the instructions
supplied with the child restraint system.
Keep the instructions in the vehicle along
with the other documents and this
handbook. Do not use second-hand child
restraint systems without instructions.
Only one child is to be strapped into
each restraint system; never carry two
children using one child restraint system.
Always check that the seat belts do
not rest on the child’s neck.
Always check that the seat belt is well
fastened by pulling on it.
While travelling, do not let the child sit
incorrectly or unfasten the belts.
Never allow a child to put the belt's
diagonal section under an arm or behind
their back.
Never carry children on your lap, even
newborns. No one can hold a child in the
case of an accident.
In the event of an accident, replace the
child restraint system with a new one.
WARNING
73)SEVERE DANGER When a front
passenger airbag is fitted, do not install
rearward facing child restraint systems on
the front passenger seat. Deployment of the
airbag in an accident could cause fatal
injuries to the child regardless of the
severity of the collision. It is advisable to
always carry children in a child restraint
system on the rear seat, which is the most
protected position in the event of a collision.
74)On the sun visor there is a label with
suitable symbols reminding the user that it is
compulsory to deactivate the airbag if a
rearward facing child restraint system is
fitted. Always comply with the instructions
on the passenger side sun visor (see the
"Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) -
Airbag" paragraph).75)Should it be necessary to carry a child on
the passenger side front seat in a rear facing
child restraint system, the passenger side
front airbag and side bag must be
deactivated through the Connect system
main menu (see the Supplementary
Restraint System (SRS) - Airbag"
paragraph), verifying deactivation by
checking whether the
OFFLED has
illuminated on the front ceiling light. Move
the passenger's seat as far back as possible
to avoid contact between the child seat and
the dashboard.
76)Do not move the front or rear seat if a
child is seated on it or on the dedicated child
restraint system
77)Incorrect fitting of the child restraint
system may result in an inefficient
protection system. In the event of an
accident the child restraint system may
become loose and the child may be injured,
even fatally. When fitting a restraint system
for newborns or children, strictly comply
with the instructions provided by the
Manufacturer.
78)When the child restraint system is not
used, secure it with the seat belt or with the
ISOFIX anchorages, or remove it from the
vehicle. Do not leave it unsecured inside the
passenger compartment. In this way, in the
case of sudden braking or an accident, it will
not cause injuries to the occupants.
79)After installing a child restraint system,
do not move the seat: always remove the
child restraint system before making any
adjustment.
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INDEX
“Alfa DNA” system............109
ABS (system)................66
Active safety systems...........66
AFS function................26
Airbag
Front airbags..............95
Side airbags...............99
Airbag (SRS supplementary
restraint system)............95
Alarm system................14
ATV (Alfa™ Active Torque
Vectoring) system...........68
Automatic dual-zone climate
control system.............30
Automatic transmission.........106
Battery..................148
Battery recharging............149
Bodywork (cleaning and
maintenance).............154
Bonnet . ...................34
Brakes
brake fluid level............147
Broken-down vehicle towing......138
BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring).......69
Carrying children safely.........83
Checking levels..............146
Child protection systems.........83
Child safety device.............16
Climate control system..........30CO2 emissions..............171
Control panel and on-board
instruments...............38
CONTROLS................177
Controls on tunnel..........177
Steering wheel control summary
table..................180
Tunnel control summary table . . .177
CONTROLS ON STEERING
WHEEL.................180
Cruise Control...............112
Daytime running lights (DRL)......25
Dimensions................163
Dipped headlights.............25
Dipped headlights
(changing a bulb)...........125
Direction indicators (changing a
bulb)...................126
Display....................40
Doors.....................14
Driving assistance systems.......69
Driving modes...............109
DTC (system)................66
Dusk sensor.................25
Electric parking brake..........103
Electric steering wheel heating.....22
Electric sunroof..............33
Electric windows..............32
Emergency starting...........134
Engine...................159engine coolant level .........147
Engine compartment..........146
Engine Immobilizer (system).......13
Engine oil
consumption . .............147
level check...............147
ESC (Electronic Stability Control)
system..................66
External lights...............24
Fluids and lubricants..........166
Fog lights (bulb replacement).....126
Forward Collision
Warning (system) . . ..........71
Front ceiling light..............28
Front fog lights . . .............25
Front light cluster with main
beam/dipped beam halogen
headlights (bulb replacement) . . .125
Front light cluster with main
beam/dipped beam Xenon gas
discharge headlights (bulb
replacement). .............127
Front seat electric heating........19
Front seats (electric adjustment)....18
Front seats (manual adjustments)....18
Fuel consumption............170
Fuel cut-off system...........137
Fuse boxes................128
Fuses (replacement)...........127
Hazard warning lights..........122