start stop button Alfa Romeo Giulia 2016 Owner's Manual

IGNITION DEVICE
OPERATION
1) 2) 3) 4) 5)
To activate the ignition device fig. 3 the
electronic key must be inside the
passenger compartment.
The ignition device has the following
possible states:
STOP: engine off, steering locked.
Some electrical devices (e.g. central door
locking system, alarm, etc.) are still
available;
ON (button pressed only): all electrical
devices are available. This state can be
entered by pressing the ignition device
button once, without pressing the
brake/clutch pedal;
AVV: engine starting. This state can be
entered by pressing the ignition devicebutton once and pressing the
brake/clutch pedal.
NOTE For versions with automatic
transmission, with the ignition device at
ON, if 30 minutes pass with the gear
lever at P (Park) and the engine stopped,
the ignition device will automatically
move to the STOP position.
NOTE For versions with manual
transmission, with the ignition device at
ON, if 30 minutes pass and the engine
stopped, the ignition device will
automatically move to the STOP position.
NOTE With engine started, it is possible
to go away from the vehicle taking the
electronic key with you. The engine will
still be running. The vehicle will indicate
the absence of the key on board when the
door is closed.
For more information on the engine
start-up, see the description in the
"Starting the engine" paragraph, in the
"Starting and driving" chapter.
STARTING WITH FLAT KEY BATTERY
If the remote control battery is flat,
proceed as follows to start the vehicle:
lift the front armrest;
lay the key on the shape which is found
on the bottom of the compartment.
STEERING LOCK(where provided)
Activation
The steering lock is engaged when the
driver door is opened with the ignition
device button at STOP.
Deactivation
The steering lock disengages when the
ignition device is pressed and the
electronic key is recognised.
WARNING
1)Always take the key with you when you
leave your vehicle to prevent someone from
accidentally operating the controls.
Remember to engage the electric parking
brake. Never leave children unattended in
the vehicle.
2)It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any
after-market operation involving steering
system or steering column modifications
(e.g. installation of anti-theft device) that
could adversely affect performance,
invalidate the warranty, cause SERIOUS
SAFETY PROBLEMS and also result in the
car not meeting type-approval
requirements.
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3)Before leaving the vehicle, ALWAYS
engage the handbrake. On versions
equipped with automatic transmission,
activate mode P (Park) and press the ignition
device to set it to STOP. When leaving the
vehicle, always lock all the doors by pressing
the button on the handle.
4)For versions equipped with the Keyless
Start system, do not leave the electronic key
inside or near the car or in a place accessible
to children. Do not leave the vehicle with the
ignition device in ON position. A child could
activate the electric window winders, other
controls or even start the vehicle.
5)If the ignition device has been tampered
with (e.g. an attempted theft), have it
checked over by the Alfa Romeo Dealership
before driving again.ENGINE IMMOBILIZER
The Engine Immobilizer system prevents
unauthorised use of the vehicle
preventing to start the engine.
The system does not need to be
enabled/activated: operation is
automatic, regardless of the fact that the
vehicle's doors are locked or unlocked.
When the ignition device is set to ON, the
Engine Immobilizer system identifies the
code transmitted by the key. If the code
is recognised as valid, the Engine
Immobilizer system enables engine
starting.
When the ignition device is brought back
to STOP, the Engine Immobilizer system
deactivates the control unit controlling
the engine, thus preventing its starting.
For the correct engine starting
procedures, see the instructions in the
"Starting the engine" paragraph,
"Starting and driving" chapter.Irregular operation
If, during starting, the key code is not
correctly recognised, theicon is
displayed on the instrument panel (see
the instructions in the "Warning lights and
messages" paragraph, "Knowing the
instrument panel" chapter). This
condition leads to the engine switching
off after 2 seconds. In this case, bring the
ignition device to STOP and then to ON; if
it is still blocked, try with the other keys
provided. If it is still not possible to start
the engine, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
If the
icon is displayed while driving,
this means that the system is running a
self-diagnosis (e.g. due to a voltage drop).
If the display persists, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
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AUTO FUNCTION (dusk sensor)
This is an infrared LED sensor that works
in conjunction with the rain sensor and is
located on the windscreen. It is able to
detect variations in outside lighting
based on the light sensitivity set via the
Connect system.
The higher the sensitivity, the lower the
amount of external light needed to
switch the lights on.
Function activation
Turn the light switch to AUTO.
IMPORTANT The function can only be
activated with the ignition device at ON.
Function deactivation
To deactivate the function, turn the light
switch to a position other than AUTO.
DIPPED HEADLIGHTS
Turn the light switch toto switch on
the side lights, the lights on the
instrument panel and the dipped beam
headlights.
The
warning light switches on in the
instrument panel.
DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (DRL) AND
SIDE/TAIL LIGHTS
(where provided)
17) 18)
With the ignition device turned to ON and
the light switch turned to positionOthe
daytime running lights are automaticallyactivated; the other lights and interior
lighting remain off.
Where provided, if the direction
indicators are operated, the brightness
of the corresponding DRL will be
decreased as long as the direction
indicators are on.
Where provided, the DRL can be
activated/deactivated from Connect
system, by selecting the following
functions in sequence on the main Menu:
"Settings", "Lights" and "Daytime Lights".
IMPORTANT : on markets where DRL use
is not required, these lights work as side
lights and they are switched on and off
jointly with the main beam headlights.
FRONT FOG LIGHTS
(where provided)
The fog light switch is integrated with the
light switch.
Press the
button to turn on the fog
lights with side lights and dipped beam
headlights on.
To turn off the fog lights, press the
button again or turn the switch to the
Oposition.
The fog lights are switched on with the
dipped beam headlights or DRL on (the
latter work as side lights) and are
switched on when switching on the main
beam headlights but not when the main
beam headlights are flashed only.If the fog lights are not switched off
before stopping the engine, the next time
the engine is started they will switch on
again.
Cornering lights
(where provided)
The fog lights perform cornering
function. This function allows to
illuminate the road or a corner better by
lighting the corresponding fog light.
The cornering function can be
deactivated on the Connect system by
selecting the following functions in
sequence on the main menu: "Settings",
"Lights" and "Cornering Lights".
REAR FOG LIGHT
The rear fog light switch is integrated
with the light switch.
Press the
button to switch the light
on/off.
The rear fog light switches on only when
the dipped beam headlights or fog lights
are switched on. The light can be
switched off by pressing the
button
again or by switching off the dipped
beam headlights.
When the engine is stopped with the rear
fog lights on, the next time the engine is
started the lights will, however, be off.
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Air flow to the windscreen and front
side window vents to
demist/defrost them.
Air flow at central and side
dashboard vents to ventilate the
chest and the face during the hot
season.
Air flow to the front and rear
footwell vents. This air distribution
setting heats the passenger
compartment most quickly, giving a
prompt sensation of warmth.
Air flow distributed between
footwell vents (hotter air) and
central and side dashboard vents
(cooler air). This air distribution
setting is useful in spring and
autumn on sunny days.
Air flow distributed between
footwell vents and windscreen and
front side window defrosting/
demisting vents. This distribution
setting allows the passenger
compartment to be warmed up
efficiently and prevents the
windows from misting up.
Air flow distribution between
windscreen demisting/defrosting
vents and side and central
dashboard vents. This allows air to
be sent to the windscreen in
conditions of strong sunlight.
Air flow distribution to all diffusers
on the vehicle.
In AUTO mode, the air conditioner
automatically manages the air
distribution. When set manually, the air
distribution is indicated by the respective
symbols on the Connect system display
switching on.
START & STOP EVO
The automatic dual zone climate control
system interacts with the Start & Stop
Evo system (engine off when vehicle
speed is 0 mph (0 km/h)) to ensure
adequate comfort inside the vehicle.
In particular, the climate control system
deactivates the Start & Stop Evo if:
the climate control system is in AUTO
mode (LED on the button switched on)
and the temperature conditions inside
the vehicle are far from a comfort
temperature;
the climate control system is in LO for
maximum cooling;
the climate control system is in the
MAX-DEF status.
With Start & Stop Evo system on (engineoff and vehicle speed equal to 0 mph
(0 km/h)), the flow is reduced as much as
possible, to keep the compartment
comfort conditions for longer.
IMPORTANT
2)The system uses R1234yf coolant gas,
which does not pollute the environment in the
event of accidental leakage. Under no
circumstances use R134a and R12 fluids,
which are incompatible with the components
of the system.
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WARNING
20)Incorrect use of the electric windows
may be dangerous. Before and during
operation, always check that nobody is
exposed to the risk of being injured either
directly by the moving window or through
objects getting caught or hit by it.
ELECTRIC SUNROOF
(where provided)
21)
The electric sunroof comprises two glass
panels (the front one is mobile and the
rear one fixed) and is fitted with two
electrically operated sun blinds.
Operation of the sunroof is only possible
with the ignition device at AVV.
OPENING
Press button 1 fig. 37 near the
symbol: to open the roof completely.
11)
The automatic motion can be interrupted
in any position by pressing button
1 again.
CLOSING
From the position of complete opening
press button 1 next to the
symbol:
the roof will close completely.
The automatic motion can be interrupted
in any position by pressing button
1 again.
SWIVEL OPENING
To bring the roof into swivel position,
press and release the specific button 2
fig. 37.
This type of swivel opening can be
activated irrespective of the position of
the sun roof. When starting with the roof
in closed position, pressing the button
automatically causes its swivel-opening.
If the roof is already open, the button
must be held until the roof reaches the
swivel-opening position.
Pressing button 2 again during automatic
movement of the roof will stop it.
SUN BLINDS MOVEMENT
The sun blinds are electrically operated.
Press button 3fig. 37
symbol: to
open the sun blinds.
Press button 3
symbol: to close the
sun blinds.
The automatic motion can be interrupted
in any position by pressing button
3 again.
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ANTI-PINCH SAFETY DEVICE
The sun roof has an anti-pinch safety
system capable of detecting the
presence of an obstacle during the
closing movement: if this happens, the
system intervenes and the movement of
the roof is immediately reversed into
opening.
INITIALISATION PROCEDURE
Automatic operation of the sunroof must
be initialised again in case of faulty
sunroof operation.
Proceed as follows:
press button 1 next to thesymbol
to bring the roof into completely closed
position;
bring the ignition device to STOP and
wait at least 10 seconds;
set the ignition device to AVV;
hold button 1 down for at least
10 seconds, then you should hear the
mechanical stop of the roof motor;
within 5 seconds hold button 1 down:
the roof will perform a complete
automatic opening and closing cycle (to
indicate that the initialisation procedure
has been successful). If this does not
occur, the procedure must be restarted
from the beginning.
WARNING
21)When leaving the vehicle, make sure to
take the key with you to avoid the risk of
injury to those still inside the car due to
accidental operation of the sunroof.
Improper use of the roof can be dangerous.
Before and during operation, always check
that no-one is exposed to the risk of being
injured by the moving sunroof or by objects
getting caught or hit by it.
IMPORTANT
11)Do not open the sun roof if a roof rack or
crossbars are fitted. Do not open the sun
roof if there is snow or ice on it: you may
damage it.
BONNET
OPENING
22) 23)
Proceed as follows:
inside the passenger compartment
pull the release lever, fig. 38;
go to the outside of the vehicle and
position yourself in front of the grille;
lift the bonnet slightly from right to
left as indicated on the unhooking
device's arrow, fig. 39;
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STARTING THE ENGINE
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting the engine, adjust the
seat, the interior rear view mirrors, the
door mirrors and fasten the seat belt
correctly.
Never press the accelerator pedal for
starting the engine.
If necessary, messages indicating the
starting procedure can be shown on the
display.
100) 101) 102)
30) 31) 32)
Versions with manual gearbox
Proceed as follows:
engage the parking brake and set the
gear in neutral, on diesel versions turn the
ignition switch to ON, the
symbol will
appear on the instrument panel: wait until
it goes off;
fully depress the clutch pedal, without
touching the accelerator;
briefly press the ignition button;
if the engine doesn't start within a few
seconds, you need to repeat the procedure.
if the problem persists, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.Versions with automatic transmission
Proceed as follows:
engage the electric parking brake and
set the gear lever to P (Park) or N
(Neutral),
fully depress the brake pedal without
touching the accelerator;
briefly press the ignition button;
if the engine doesn't start within a few
seconds, you need to repeat the procedure.
if the problem persists, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
ENGINE STARTING FAILURE
Starting the engine with electronic key
battery (Keyless Start) run down or flat
If the ignition device does not respond
when the relevant button is pressed the
electronic key battery might be run down
or flat. Therefore, the system does not
detect the presence of the electronic key
on board the vehicle and displays a
dedicated message.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
33)
To stop the engine, proceed as follows:
park the vehicle in a position that is not
dangerous for oncoming traffic;
engage a gear (versions with manual
gearbox) or select P (Park) mode
(versions with automatic transmission);
with engine idling, press the start
button.Vehicles with electronic key (Keyless
Start)
If the vehicle speed is above 5 mph
(8 km/h), it is still possible to switch off
the engine by selecting an operating
mode other than P (Park). To switch off
the engine in this situation, hold down the
ignition device button for a while or press
it 3 times in a row within a few seconds.
WARNING
100)It is dangerous to run the engine in
enclosed areas. The engine takes in oxygen
and releases carbon dioxide, carbon
monoxide and other toxic gases.
101)The electro-hydraulic braking system
is not active until the engine starts running.
So, the brake pedal travel will be longer than
normal. This does not indicate a fault.
102)Do not start the engine by pushing,
towing or driving downhill. These
manoeuvres may damage the catalytic
converter.
IMPORTANT
30)We recommend that during the initial
period, or during the first 1600 km
(1000 miles), you do not drive to full car
performance (e.g. excessive acceleration,
long journeys at top speed, sharp braking,
etc.).
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START & STOP EVO
The Start & Stop Evo system
automatically stops the engine each time
the vehicle is stationary and starts it
again when the driver wants to move off.
In this way, the vehicle efficiency is
increased, by reducing consumption,
dangerous gas emissions and sound
pollution.
OPERATING MODE
Stopping the engine
Versions with mechanical gearbox
With the vehicle stopped, the engine
stops with gearbox in neutral and clutch
pedal released.
Versions with automatic transmission
With vehicle at a standstill and brake
pedal pressed, the engine switches off if
the gear lever is in a position other than
R.
The system does not operate when the
gear lever is in R, for making parking
manoeuvres easier.
In the event of stops uphill, engine
switching off is disabled to make the "Hill
Start Assist" function available (works
only with running engine).
NOTE The engine can only be
automatically stopped after having run atabout 6 mph (10 km/h). After an
automatic restart, to stop the engine you
only need to move the vehicle (exceed a
speed of 0.3 mph (0.5 km/h)).
Engine stopping is signalled by the
symbol lighting up on the instrument
panel display.
Restarting the engine
Versions with mechanical gearbox
To restart the engine, press the clutch
pedal.
If the vehicle does not start when the
clutch is pressed, place the gear lever in
neutral and repeat the procedure. If the
problem persists, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
Versions with automatic transmission
To restart the engine, release the brake
pedal.
With brake pressed, if the gear lever is in
automatic mode - D (Drive) - the engine
can be restarted by moving the lever to R
(Reverse) or N (Neutral) or "AutoStick".
With brake pressed, if the gear lever is in
"AutoStick" mode, the engine can be
restarted by moving the lever to "+" or
"–", or R (Reverse) or N (Neutral).
When the engine has been stopped
automatically, keeping the brake pedal
pressed, the brake can be releasedkeeping the engine off by quickly shifting
the gear lever to P (Park).
To restart the engine, just move the lever
out of a position other than P.SYSTEM MANUAL ACTIVATION/
DEACTIVATION
110)
37)
To manually activate/deactivate the
system, press the button inserted in the
control panel on the left of the steering
wheel, fig. 107
LED off: system activated;
LED on: system deactivated.
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make sure that switch 5 fig. 139 of
the compressor is in position O (OFF);
insert the plug into the socket on the
central tunnel, start the engine;
start the compressor, placing the
switch 5 fig. 139 to position I (ON);
inflate the tyre to the pressure
indicated in the “Rims and Tyres”
paragraph (see “Technical data” chapter).
In order to obtain a more precise reading,check the pressure value on pressure
gauge 6 fig. 139 with the compressor off;
if after 15 minutes pressure is not at
least 1.8 bar (26 psi), disengage the
compressor from the valve and power
socket, then move the vehicle forwards
approx. five tyre turns in order to
distribute the sealing fluid inside the tyre
evenly, then repeat the inflation
operation;
if you still cannot obtain a pressure of
at least 1,8 bar (26 psi) within
15 minutes from the compressor
switching on, do not drive off and contact
an Alfa Romeo Dealership;
after having driven for about 5 mph
(8 km), stop, engage the electric parking
brake and recheck the tyre pressure;
if the pressure is less than 1.8 bar
(26 psi), do not go back into gear but see
an Alfa Romeo dealer;
if a pressure value of at least 1.8 bar
(26 psi) is detected, restore the correct
pressure (with engine running and
electric parking brake), resume driving
immediately and drive with great care to
an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
SEALANT BOTTLE REPLACEMENT
IMPORTANT Only use original cartridges,
which can be purchased at an Alfa Romeo
dealership.
Proceed as follows:
Remove the tank 1 fig. 140 pressingthe unhooking button 9;
insert the new tank pressing it
downwards hard.
WARNING
127)Punctures on the sides of the tire may
not be repaired. Do not use the Tire Repair
kit if the tyre was damaged as a result of
being used when underinflated.
128)Wear the protective gloves provided
with the Tire Repair kit.
129)Apply the adhesive label where it can
be easily seen by the driver as a reminder
that the tyre has been treated with the Tire
Repair Kit. Drive carefully, particularly on
bends. Do not exceed 80 km/h. Avoid sudden
acceleration or braking.
130)You must always indicate that the tyre
was repaired using the Tire Repair Kit. Give
the booklet to the technicians who will be
handling the tyre that was treated using the
Tire Repair Kit.
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transmissions, automatic activation of P
(Park mode) must be disabled. You have
to switch off the engine in the following
conditions: car stopped, gear in N
(Neutral), press the starter button. The
car will remain in N (Neutral) for
15 minutes, after which P (Park) mode
will be activated.
IMPORTANT
71)In order to preserve the aesthetic
appearance of the paint abrasive products
and/or polishes should not be used for
cleaning the vehicle.
72)Avoid washing with rollers and/or
brushes in washing stations. Wash the
vehicle only by hand using neutral pH
detergents; dry it with a wet chamois leather.
Abrasive products and/or polishes should
not be used for cleaning the car. Bird
droppings must be washed off immediately
and thoroughly as the acid they contain is
particularly aggressive. Avoid (if at all
possible) parking the vehicle under trees;
remove vegetable resins immediately as,
when dried, it may only be possible to remove
them with abrasive products and/or polishes,
which is highly inadvisable as they could alter
the typical opaqueness of the paint. Do not
use pure windscreen washer fluid for
cleaning the front windscreen and rear
window; dilute it min. 50% with water. Only
use pure screen washer fluid when strictly
necessary due to outside temperature
conditions.
IMPORTANT
7)Detergents pollute the environment. Only
wash your vehicle in areas equipped to
collect and treat wastewater from this type
of activity.
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