engine Alfa Romeo Giulia 2017 Owner's Guide

Warning!
The fault of the warning light is signaled by the switching on of the icon on the instrument panel. In this case, the warning light may not
indicate any faults with the restraint systems. Before proceeding, contact an authorized dealer to have the system checked immediately.
If the warning light does not switch on when the ignition device is moved to ON or if it stays on when driving (together with the message on
the display), there might be a fault in the restraint systems; in this case, the air bags or pretensioners may not deploy in the event of an
accident or, in a lower number of cases, they could deploy erroneously. Before proceeding, contact an authorized dealer to have the system
checked immediately.
Caution!
If the symbol switches on when driving, stop the vehicle and the engine immediately.
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Warning LightWhat It Means What To Do
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM
When the ignition is cycled to ON, the warning light
switches on, but should switch off as soon as the
engine is started.
ESC System Intervention: Intervention by the system
is indicated by the flashing of the warning light: it
indicates that the car is in critical stability and grip
conditions.
ECS System Failure : If the warning light does not
switch off, or if it stays on with the engine running, a
failure was found in the ESC system. In these cases, contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Hill Start Assist System Failure : The switching on of
the warning light indicates a Hill Start Assist system
failure.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) OFF
INDICATOR LIGHT — IF EQUIPPED
When the ignition is cycled to ON, the warning light
switches on, but should switch off as soon as the
engine is started.
The warning light switches on to indicate that some
active safety systems have been partially or totally
deactivated.
For further details about the active safety systems, refer
to “Active Safety Systems” in “Safety.” When the active
safety systems are reactivated, the warning light
switches off.
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Warning LightWhat It Means What To Do
REAR FOG LIGHT
The warning light switches on when the rear fog light is
activated.
OBD / INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE
In normal conditions, when the ignition is cycled to ON,
the warning light switches on, but it should switch off as
soon as the engine is started.
The operation of the warning light may be checked by the
traffic police using specific devices. Comply with the laws
and regulations of the country where you are driving.
Injection System Failure
If the warning light remains on, or it switches on while
driving, the injection system is not working properly. The
warning light on constantly signals a malfunction in the
supply/ignition system which could cause high exhaust
emissions, a possible loss of performance, poor
driveability and high consumption.
The warning light switches off if the malfunction
disappears, but is still stored by the system.Under these conditions, the vehicle can continue
travelling at moderate speed but without demanding
excessive effort from the engine or high speed.
Prolonged use of the car with the warning light on
constantly may cause damage. Contact an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
Catalytic Converter Damaged
If the warning light flashes, it means that the catalytic
converter may be damaged. Release the accelerator pedal to lower the speed of the
engine until the warning light stops flashing. Continue at
moderate speed, trying to avoid driving conditions that
may cause further flashing and contact an authorized
dealer as soon as possible.
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Blue Telltale Indicator Light
Warning LightWhat It Means What To Do
HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS (On Base Instrument Cluster
Display)
The symbol comes on when the high beam headlights
are activated.
Red Symbols
SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
This light indicates low engine oil pressure. If the light
turns on while driving, stop the vehicle and shut off the
engine as soon as possible. A chime will sound when
this light turns on. Do not operate the vehicle until the
cause is corrected. This light does not indicate how
much oil is in the engine. The engine oil level must be
checked under the hood.
Note:
Do not use the vehicle until the failure has been solved.
The switching on of the symbol does not indicate the
amount of oil in the engine: the oil level can be checked
on the display upon entering the vehicle and also by
activating the "Oil level" function on the Connect
system. The oil level can also be checked manually.
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Caution!
If the LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE symbol switches on when driving, stop the engine immediately and contact an authorized dealer.
SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
ENGINE TEMPERATURE WARNING LIGHT
This light warns of an overheated engine condition. If
the engine coolant temperature is too high, this
indicator will illuminate and a single chime will sound. If
the temperature reaches the upper limit, a continuous
chime will be sound for 4 minutes or until the engine is
allowed to cool whichever comes first.In normal driving conditions
: stop the car, switch off the
engine and check that the coolant level in the reservoir
is not below the MIN mark. In this case, wait for the
engine to cool down, then slowly and carefully open the
cap, top up with coolant and check that the level is
between the MIN and MAX marks on the reservoir itself.
Also check visually for any fluid leaks. Contact an
authorized dealer if the symbol comes on when the
engine is started again.
If the vehicle is used under demanding conditions (e.g.
in high-performance driving): slow down and, if the
warning light stays on, stop the vehicle. Stop for two or
three minutes with the engine running and slightly
accelerated to facilitate better coolant circulation, then
turn the engine off. Check that the coolant level is
correct as described above.
POWER STEERING FAILURE
If the symbol remains on, you could not have steering
assistance and the effort required to operate the
steering wheel could be increased; steering is, however,
possible. Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
DOOR OPEN WARNING LIGHT
The symbol switches on when one or more doors are
not completely shut. An acoustic signal is activated with
the doors open and the car moving.Close the doors properly.
HOOD OPEN WARNING LIGHT
The symbol turns on when the hood is not properly
closed, along with the icon, an image of the vehicle with
an open hood appears on the display.
A buzzer is heard when the hood is open and the
vehicle is moving.Close the hood properly.
TRUNK LID OPEN WARNING LIGHT
The symbol turns on when the trunk lid is not properly
closed, along with the icon, an image of the vehicle with
an open trunk lid appears on the display.
A buzzer is heard when the trunk lid is open and the
vehicle is moving.Close the trunk lid properly.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE
The symbol switches on, together with a buzzer
warning, to indicate that the automatic transmission is
faulty.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Caution!
Driving the vehicle with this symbol on may severely damage the gearbox, with resulting breakage. The oil may also overheat: contact with hot
engine or with exhaust components at high temperature could cause fires.
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SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL (ETC) WARNING
LIGHTS
This warning light, along with the related message, signals
a failure in the electronic throttle control system (ETC).Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
If a failure is detected, the warning light switches on
while the engine is running.Place the ignition in the off position and the shift
selector in the park position: the warning light should
switch off. If the warning light stays on with engine
running the vehicle can still be driven.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the failure eliminated.
If the warning light flashes with the engine running,
immediate intervention is required. A loss of
performance, irregular/high idling speed or engine
stopping might take place and the vehicle may need to
be towed.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the failure eliminated.
LOW ENGINE OIL LEVEL
This warning light appears on the panel when the
engine oil level falls below the minimum recommended
value.
The level must also be checked using the dipstick in the
engine compartment (see chapter "Servicing and
Maintenance.")Contact an authorized dealer to have the system
checked.
ALFA STEERING TORQUE (AST) FAILURE
The switching on of the symbol signals a failure in the
automatic steering correction system.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the system
checked.
ALTERNATOR FAILURE
The switching on of the symbol with engine on
corresponds to an alternator failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Amber Symbols
SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
ENGINE IMMOBILIZER FAILURE / BREAK-IN ATTEMPT
Engine Immobilizer System Failure
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the Engine
Immobilizer system.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Break-In Attempt
The symbol switches on when the ignition is moved to
ON position, to indicate a possible break-in attempt
detected by the alarm system.
Electronic Key Not Recognized
The symbol switches on when the engine is started and
the electronic key is not recognized by the system.
Alarm System Failure
This symbol switches on to report an alarm system
failure.
FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM OPERATION
This telltale will illuminate after an accident has
occurred, and the system has shut the fuel off. For reactivating the fuel cut-off system, refer to
"Occupant Restraint Systems" in "Safety.” If it is not
possible to restore the fuel supply, contact an
authorized dealer.
PARK SENSORS SYSTEM FAILURE
Lights up when the system has failed or is not available.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the system
checked.
POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD
The symbol turns on when the outside temperature falls
to or below 37°F.
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SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
ENGINE OIL DETERIORATED — IF EQUIPPED
The symbol is displayed only for a limited time.
Note:
After the first indication, each time the engine is started
the symbol will continue to switch on as described
above until the oil is changed.
If the symbol flashes, this does not mean that there is a
fault on the vehicle, rather it simply reports that it is now
necessary to change the oil as a result of regular use of
the vehicle. The deterioration of engine oil is accelerated
by using the vehicle for short drives, preventing the
engine from reaching operating temperature.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Caution!
Deteriorated engine oil should be replaced as soon as possible after the symbol is switched on, and never more than 310 miles (500 km) after
it first switches on. Failure to observe the above may result in severe damage to the engine and invalidate the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
When this symbol comes on, it does not mean that the level of engine oil is low, so if it flashes you do not need to top up the engine oil.
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SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
ENGINE OIL PRESSURE SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of engine oil
pressure sensor failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
ENGINE OIL LEVEL SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of engine oil level
sensor failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
FORWARD COLLISION WARNING (FCW) SYSTEM
FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the case of failure of the
Forward Collision Warning system.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
START & STOP EVO SYSTEM FAILURE
This symbol switches on to report a Stop & Start Evo
system failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the failure eliminated.
RAIN SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the case of failure of the
automatic windshield wiper.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
DUSK SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the case of failure of the
automatic low beam alignment.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
BLIND SPOT MONITORING SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol comes on in the event of a Blind Spot
Monitoring system failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
FUEL LEVEL SENSOR FAILURE
The symbol switches on in the event of fuel level sensor
failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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