seats Alfa Romeo Giulia 2018 Owner's Guide

How To Stow An Unused
Switchable-ALR (ALR) Seat Belt:
When using the LATCH attaching system
to install a child restraint, stow all ALR
seat belts that are not being used by
other occupants or being used to secure
child restraints. An unused belt could
injure a child if they play with it and
accidentally lock the seat belt retractor.
Before installing a child restraint using
the LATCH system, buckle the seat belt
behind the child restraint and out of the
child’s reach. If the buckled seat belt
interferes with the child restraint
installation, instead of buckling it behind
the child restraint, route the seat belt
through the child restraint belt path and
then buckle it. Do not lock the seat belt.
Remind all children in the vehicle that the
seat belts are not toys and that they
should not play with them.
Warning!
Improper installation of a child restraint
to the LATCH anchorages can lead to failure
of the restraint. The child could be badly
injured or killed. Follow the child restraint
manufacturer’s directions exactly when
installing an infant or child restraint.
Child restraint anchorages are designed
to withstand only those loads imposed by
correctly-fitted child restraints. Under no
circumstances are they to be used for adult
seat belts, harnesses, or for attaching other
items or equipment to the vehicle.
Installing Child Restraints Using
The Vehicle Seat Belt
Child restraint systems are designed to
be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or
the lap belt portion of a lap/shoulder belt.
Warning!
Improper installation or failure to
properly secure a child restraint can lead to
failure of the restraint. The child could be
badly injured or killed.
Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s
directions exactly when installing an infant
or child restraint.
The seat belts in the passenger seating
positions are equipped with a Switchable
Automatic Locking Retractor (ALR) that
is designed to keep the lap portion of the
seat belt tight around the child restraint
so that it is not necessary to use a locking
clip. The ALR retractor can be “switched”
into a locked mode by pulling all of the
webbing out of the retractor and then letting the webbing retract back into the
retractor. If it is locked, the ALR will make
a clicking noise while the webbing is
pulled back into the retractor.
Refer to the “Automatic Locking Mode”
description in “Switchable Automatic
Locking Retractors (ALR)” under
“Occupant Restraint Systems” for
additional information on ALR.
Please see the table below and the
following sections for more information.
Lap/Shoulder Belt Systems For
Installing Child Restraints In This
Vehicle
06086S0102NAAutomatic Locking Retractor (ALR)
Locations
ALR = Switchable Automatic Locking
Retractor
Top Tether Anchorage Symbol
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SAFETY

Frequently Asked Questions About Installing Child Restraints With Seat Belts
What is the weight limit (child’s weight +
weight
of the child restraint) for using the
Tether Anchor with the seat belt to attach a
forward facing child restraint? Weight limit of the Child RestraintAlways use the tether anchor when using the
seat belt to install a forward facing child
restraint, up to the recommended weight limit
of the child restraint.
Can the rear-facing child restraint touch the
back of the front passenger seat? Ye sContact between the front passenger seat and
the child restraint is allowed, if the child
restraint manufacturer also allows contact.
Can the head restraints be removed? YesThe head restraints can be removed in each
seating position.
Can the buckle stalk be twisted to tighten the
seat belt against the belt path of the child
restraint? No
Do not twist the buckle stalk in a seating
position with an ALR retractor.
Installing A Child Restraint With A
Switchable Automatic Locking
Retractor (ALR):
Child restraint systems are designed to
be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or
the lap belt portion of a lap/shoulder belt.
Warning!
Improper installation or failure to
properly secure a child restraint can lead to
failure of the restraint. The child could be
badly injured or killed.
Follow the child restraint manufacturer’s
directions exactly when installing an infant
or child restraint.
1. Place the child seat in the center of
the seating position. For some second
row seats, you may need to recline the
seat and/or raise the head restraint to
get a better fit. If the rear seat can be
moved forward and rearward in the
vehicle, you may wish to move it to its
rear-most position to make room for the
child seat. You may also move the front
seat forward to allow more room for the
child seat.
2. Pull enough of the seat belt webbing
from the retractor to pass it through the
belt path of the child restraint. Do not
twist the belt webbing in the belt path.
3. Slide the latch plate into the buckle
until you hear a “click.” 4. Pull on the webbing to make the lap
portion tight against the child seat.
5. To lock the seat belt, pull down on the
shoulder part of the belt until you have
pulled all the seat belt webbing out of the
retractor. Then, allow the webbing to
retract back into the retractor. As the
webbing retracts, you will hear a clicking
sound. This means the seat belt is now in
the Automatic Locking mode.
6. Try to pull the webbing out of the
retractor. If it is locked, you should not be
able to pull out any webbing. If the
retractor is not locked, repeat step 5.
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Warning!
An incorrectly anchored tether strap
could lead to increased head motion and
possible injury to the child. Use only the
anchorage position directly behind the child
seat to secure a child restraint top tether
strap.
If your vehicle is equipped with a split rear
seat, make sure the tether strap does not
slip into the opening between the seatbacks
as you remove slack in the strap.
Transporting Pets
Air Bags deploying in the front seat could
harm your pet. An unrestrained pet will be
thrown about and possibly injured, or
injure a passenger during panic braking or
in a collision.
Pets should be restrained in the rear seat
in pet harnesses or pet carriers that are
secured by seat belts.
SAFETY TIPS
Transporting Passengers
NEVER TRANSPORT PASSENGERS IN
THE CARGO AREA.
Warning!
Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat
build-up may cause serious injury or death.
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a
cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In
a collision, people riding in these areas are
more likely to be seriously injured or killed.
Do not allow people to ride in any area of
your vehicle that is not equipped with seats
and seat belts.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
Exhaust Gas
Warning!
Exhaust gases can injure or kill. They contain
carbon monoxide (CO), which is colorless and
odorless. Breathing it can make you
unconscious and can eventually poison you.
To avoid breathing (CO), follow these safety
tips:
Do not run the engine in a closed garage
or in confined areas any longer than needed
to move your vehicle in or out of the area.
If you are required to drive with the
trunk/liftgate/rear doors open, make sure
that all windows are closed and the climate
control BLOWER switch is set at high speed.
DO NOT use the recirculation mode.
If it is necessary to sit in a parked vehicle
with the engine running, adjust your heating
or cooling controls to force outside air into
the vehicle. Set the blower at high speed.
The best protection against carbon
monoxide entry into the vehicle body is a
properly maintained engine exhaust
system.
Whenever a change is noticed in the
sound of the exhaust system, when
exhaust fumes can be detected inside the
vehicle, or when the underside or rear of
the vehicle is damaged, have a competent
mechanic inspect the complete exhaust
system and adjacent body areas for
broken, damaged, deteriorated, or
mispositioned parts. Open seams or
loose connections could permit exhaust
fumes to seep into the passenger
compartment. In addition, inspect the
exhaust system each time the vehicle is
raised for lubrication or oil change.
Replace as required.
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STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting the engine, be sure to
adjust the seat, the interior rear view
mirrors, and the door mirrors, and fasten
the seat belt correctly.
Never press the accelerator pedal before
starting the engine.
If necessary, messages indicating the
starting procedure can be shown in the
display.
Warning!
When leaving the vehicle, always remove
the key fob from the vehicle and lock your
vehicle.
Never leave children alone in a vehicle, or
with access to an unlocked vehicle.
Allowing children to be in a vehicle
unattended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seriously
or fatally injured. Children should be warned
not to touch the parking brake, brake pedal
or the transmission gear selector.
Do not leave the key fob in or near the
vehicle, or in a location accessible to
children. A child could operate power
windows, other controls, or move the
vehicle.
Do not leave children or animals inside
parked vehicles in hot weather. Interior heat
build-up may cause serious injury or death.
Starting Procedure
Proceed as follows:
1. Apply the electric park brake and set
the gear selector to PARK (P) or
NEUTRAL (N).
2. Fully depress the brake pedal without
touching the accelerator.
3. Briefly push the ignition button.
4. If the engine doesn't start within a
few seconds, you need to repeat the
procedure.
If the problem persists, contact an
authorized dealer.
Warning!
Never pour fuel or other flammable liquid
into the throttle body air inlet opening in an
attempt to start the vehicle. This could
result in flash fire causing serious personal
injury.
Do not attempt to push or tow your
vehicle to get it started. Vehicles equipped
with an automatic transmission cannot be
started this way. Unburned fuel could enter
the catalytic converter and once the engine
has started, ignite and damage the
converter and vehicle.
If the vehicle has a discharged battery,
booster cables may be used to obtain a
start from a booster battery or the battery
in another vehicle. This type of start can be
dangerous if done improperly. Refer to
“Jump Starting” in “In Case Of Emergency”
for further information.
Caution!
To prevent damage to the starter, do not
continuously crank the engine for more than
25 seconds at a time. Wait 60 seconds
before trying again.
Remote Starting System
This system uses the key fob to start the
engine conveniently from outside the
vehicle while still maintaining security.
The system has a range of at least
300 feet (91 meters).
The remote starting system also
activates the climate control
(if equipped), the heated seats
(if equipped), and the heated steering
wheel (if equipped), depending on
temperatures outside and inside of
the vehicle.
Note:
Obstructions between the vehicle
and key fob may reduce this range.
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STARTING AND OPERATING

INTERIORS
Periodically check the cleanliness of the
interior, beneath the mats, which could
cause oxidation of the sheet metal.
Seats And Fabric Parts
Remove dust with a soft brush or a
vacuum cleaner. It is advised to use a
moist brush on velvet upholstery. Rub the
seats with a sponge moistened with a
solution of water and neutral detergent.
Leather Seats
Remove the dry dirt with a chamois or
slightly damp cloth, without exerting too
much pressure.
Remove any liquid or grease stains using
an absorbent dry cloth, without rubbing.
Then clean with a soft cloth or buckskin
cloth dampened with water and mild
soap. If the stain persists, use specific
products and observe the instructions
carefully.
Note:Never use alcohol. Make sure that
the cleaning products used contain no
alcohol or alcohol derivatives, even in
small quantities.
Plastic And Coated Parts
Clean interior plastic parts with a damp
cloth (if possible made from microfiber),
and a solution of water and neutral,
non-abrasive detergent.
To clean oily or persistent stains, use
specific products free from solvents and
designed to maintain the original
appearance and color of the components.
Remove any dust using a microfiber cloth,
if necessary moistened with water. The use
of paper tissues is not recommended as
these may leave residues.
Genuine Leather Parts
Use only water and mild soap to clean
these parts. Never use alcohol or
alcohol-based products.
Before using a specific product for
cleaning interiors, make sure that it does
not contain alcohol and/or alcohol based
substances.
Carbon Fiber Parts
To eliminate small scratches and marks
on the carbon, contact your authorized
dealer. An improperly performed
operation may irreparably damage the
carbon.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

INDEX
Accessories Purchased By TheOwner....................3
Active Aerodynamics ...........55
Active Safety Systems ..........90
Active Torque Vectoring (ATV) System ..................92
Adaptive Cruise Control .........151
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) (Cruise Control) ............151
Additives, Fuel ............. .240
AFS Function ................34
AirBag.................. .109
Air Bag Operation ...........110
Air Bag Warning Light ........108
Driver Knee Air Bag ..........111
Enhanced Accident
Response .............114,192
Event Data Recorder (EDR) .....192
Front Air Bag .............109
If Deployment Occurs ........114
Knee Impact Bolsters ........111
Maintaining Your Air Bag System. .117
Maintenance ............. .117
Redundant Air Bag Warning
Light ................. .109
Side Air Bags .............111
Transporting Pets ...........127
Air Bag Light .............108,128 Air Pressure
Tires .................. .216
Alarm (Security Alarm) ..........19
Alfa Active Suspension (AAS) .....146
Alfa DNA System .............143
Anti-Lock Braking (ABS) System ....90
Automatic Dimming Mirror ........31
Automatic Headlights ...........33
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ...................42
Automatic Transmission ........137
Auxiliary Driving Systems ........93
B-Pillar Location .............212
Battery .................. .200
Battery Recharging ...........201
Belts, Seat ................ .128
Blind Spot Monitoring ...........93
Bodywork (Cleaning And Maintenance) .............226
Brakes .................. .234
Brake Fluid Level ...........200
Brightness, Interior Lights ........38
Bulbs, Light ............... .129
Camera, Rear .............. .163
Carbon Fiber Active Aero Front Spoiler ..................55
Carbon Monoxide Warning .......127Cargo Tie-Downs
..............50
Certification Label ............166
Changing A Flat Tire ...........208
Chart, Tire Sizing .............209
Check Engine Light (Malfunction Indicator Light) .............86
Checking Levels .............198
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety . . .127
Checks, Safety ..............127
Child Restraint ..............117
Child

Restraints
Booster Seats .............120
Child Seat Installation ........125
How To Stow An unused ALR
Seat Belt ............... .124
Infants And Child Restraints . . . .119
LATCH Positions ...........121
Lower Anchors And Tethers For
Children ............... .121
Older Children And Child
Restraints .............. .119
Seating Positions ...........120
Using The Top Tether Anchorage . .126
Clean Air Gasoline ............239
Cleaning Wheels ................ .221
Climate Control ............40,43
Close The Hood ...............49
Compact Spare Tire ...........220
Contract, Service .............247

Courtesy Mirror Light(Bulb Replacement) ..........175
Cruise Control (Speed Control) .........149,151
Cupholder ..................55
Cupholders .................55
Customer Assistance ..........246
Daytime Running Lights ..........33
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) ......33
Defroster, Windshield ..........128
Dimensions ............... .237
Direction Indicators (Changing A Bulb) ...........174
Disabled Vehicle Towing .........190
Door Locks Child-Protection Door Lock —
Rear Doors ................24
Doors .....................20
Driving Modes ............. .143
Dynamic Steering Torque (DST) System ..................92
Electric Park Brake ............135
Electric Remote Mirrors .........31
Electric Steering Wheel Heating .....30
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........149,151
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) System ..................90 Emergency Refuelling
..........188
Emergency, In Case Of ..........183
Hazard Warning Flasher .......172
Jacking ................ .208
Jump Starting ..........186,187
Overheating ............. .189
Tow Hooks .............. .191
Towing ................ .190
Emission Control System Maintenance ...............86
Engine .................. .231
Engine Coolant Level .........199
Exhaust Gas Caution .........127
Fuel Requirements ..........239
Jump Starting ..........186,187
Overheating .............
.189
Starting ............... .188
T

emperature Gauge ..........59
Engine Compartment ..........198
Engine Compartment (Washing) . . . .227
Engine Oil Level Check ............. .199
Engine Overheating ...........189
Enhanced Accident Response Feature ............. .114,192
Environmental Protection Systems . . .55
Ethanol .................. .239
Exhaust Gas Cautions ..........127
Exhaust System .............127 Exterior Lighting
............32,34
Exterior Lights ............32,129
External Lights ...............32
Flashers Hazard Warning ............172
Turn Signal ...............35
Turn Signals ..............129
Fluid Leaks ............... .129
Fluids And Lubricants ..........242
Forward Collision Warning ........95
Front Light Cluster With Main Beam Xenon Gas Discharge Headlights
(Bulb Replacement) ..........175
Front Mobile Spoiler (Alfa Active Aero) ...................55
Front Seat Electric Heating .......27
Front Seats (Power Seats) ........26
Front Wipers Wiper Operation ............39
Fuel Additives ............... .240
Clean Air ............... .239
Ethanol ................ .239
Gauge ..................59
Materials Added ...........240
Methanol ............... .239
Fuse Boxes ............... .179
Fuses (Replacement) ..........177
INDEX

Malfunction Indicator Light(Check Engine) ..............86
Manual, Service ............. .248
Methanol ................. .239
Mirrors Automatic Dimming ..........31
Electric Powered ............31
Electric Remote ............31
Heated ..................32
OBD System ................86
Occupant Restraints ...........102
Overheating, Engine ...........189
Owner's Manual (Operator Manual) . .248
Paintwork (Cleaning And Maintenance) .............226
Panic Brake Assist (PBA) System ....91
Park Sensors System ..........158
Passive Entry (System) ..........21
Performance (Top Speed) ........243
Pets.................... .127
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ............. .212
Power Mirrors ..................31
Seats ...................26
Power Supply .............. .232
Power Windows ..............47 Pregnant Women And Seat Belts . . .106
Pretensioners
Seat Belts .............. .107
Prolonged Vehicle Inactivity ......225
Radial Ply Tires ............. .218
Radio Frequency General Information ......16,18,24
Radio Transmitters And Mobile Phones ...................3
Rear Camera .............. .163
Rear Cross Path ..............93
Rear Seats ..................28
Rear View Mirrors .............31
Reformulated Gasoline .........239
Refueling Procedure ...........165
Refueling The Vehicle ..........165
Refuelling ................ .241
Reminder, Seat Belt ...........103
Remote Starting System .......
.132
Replacement

Tires ............219
Replacing A Bulb .............172
Replacing An External Bulb .......174
Replacing An Internal Bulb .......175
Reporting Safety Defects .......248
Restraint, Head ...............28
Restraints, Child .............117
Rims And Tires ............. .208Safety Checks Inside Vehicle
......128
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle .....129
Safety Defects, Reporting .......248
Safety Information, Tire .........208
Safety Tips ............... .127
Safety, Exhaust Gas ...........127
Saving Fuel ............... .168
SBL Function ................35
Scheduled Servicing ...........194
Scheduled Servicing Program (2.9 V6 Gasoline Engine
Versions) ............... .195
Seat Belt Pregnant Women ...........106
Seat Belt Reminder ..........103
Seat Belt Reminder ...........103
Seat Belts ............. .102,128
Child Restraints ............117
Energy Management Feature . . . .107
Front Seat ............102,103
Inspection .............. .128
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting . . .105
Lap/Shoulder Belts ..........103
Pregnant Women ...........106
Pretensioners .............107
Rear Seat .............. .103
Seat Belt Pretensioner .......107
Untwisting Procedure ........105
INDEX

Seats.....................25
Adjustment ...............25
Head Restraints ............28
Height Adjustment ...........26
Power ..................26
Tilting ..................26
Service Assistance ............246
Service Contract .............247
Service Manuals .............248
Servicing Procedures ..........202
Shoulder Belts ............. .103
Signals, Turn ............. .35,129
Snow Chains ............... .223
Snow Tires ................ .222
Spare Tire ................ .220
Spare Tires .............220,221
Speed Control Accel/Decel ............. .150
Cancel ................ .151
Resume ............... .151
Set .................. .150
Speed Control (Cruise Control) .........149,151
Speed Limiter .............. .148
Starting ................. .188
Starting And Operating .........188
Starting Procedures ...........188
Starting The Engine ...........132 Steering
Tilt Column ...............30
Wheel, Heated .............30
Wheel, Tilt ................30
Steering System .............236
Steering Wheel ...............30
Stop/Start System ............146
Storage ...................54
Suggestions For Driving .........168
Sun Visors ..................51
Supplemental Restraint System - AirBag .................109
Suspension ............... .235
Symbols ....................6
Telescoping Steering Column ......
30
Tie Down Hooks, Cargo ..........50
Tilt Steering Column ............30
Tire And Loading Information Placard ................ .212
Tire Markings .............. .208
Tire Safety Information .........208
Tire Service Kit ............. .183
Tires ...........129,216,220,224
Aging (Life Of Tires) .........219
Air Pressure ............. .216
Changing ............... .208
Compact Spare ............220
Flat Changing .............183 General Information
......216,220
General Information .........220
High Speed ..............217
Inflation Pressure ...........216
Jacking ................ .208
Life Of Tires ..............219
Load Capacity .............212
Load Capacity .............213
Quality Grading ............224
Radial ................. .218
Replacement .............219
Safety ............. .208,216
Sizes ................. .209
Snow Tires .............. .222
Spare Tire .............. .220
Spare Tires ............220,221
Spinning ............... .219
Tread Wear Indicators ........219
To Open Hood ................48
Tow Hooks, Emergency .........191
Towing Disabled Vehicle ...........190
Towing Trailers ..............167
TPMS

(Tire Pressure Monitoring
System) ..................99
Traction Control System (TCS) ......91
Transmission .............. .233
Transporting Animals ..........169