washer fluid Alfa Romeo Giulia 2019 Owner's Manual

INTERIOR LIGHTS
FRONT CEILING LIGHT
Switch 1 fig. 35 switches on/off light
8.
Switch 2 is used to switch the rear
ceiling lights on/off.
Switch 3 switches on/off all light
inside the ceiling lights (front and rear) in
the passenger's compartment.
Switch 4 activates or deactivates the
ceiling light 6, 7, 8 switching on/off upon
opening/closing the doors. Lights switch
on/off progressively.
Switch 5 switches on/off light 6.
WINDSCREEN WIPER
SCREEN WIPER/WASHER
7) 8)
This operates only with the ignition
device at ON.
Ring nut fig. 36 can be set to the
following positions:
windscreen wiper off.
rotating the ring nut to the first
position activates the first
sensitivity level of the rain sensor.
rotating the ring nut to the second
position activates the second
sensitivity level of the rain sensor.
rotating the ring nut to the third
position activates the first
continuous speed level of the
windscreen wipers in manual mode.
rotating the ring nut to the fourth
position activates the second
continuous speed level of the
windscreen wipers in manual mode.
Move the stalk upwards (unstable
position) to activate the MIST function:
operation is limited to the time for which
the stalk is held in this position. When
released, the stalk will return to its
default position and the windscreen
wiper will be automatically stopped. This
function is useful to remove small
deposits of dust from the windscreen, or
morning dew.
IMPORTANT This function does not
activate the windscreen washer;
windscreen washer fluid will not
therefore be sprayed onto the
windscreen. To spray windscreen washer
fluid onto the windscreen, the washing
function must be used.
With ring nut in position
or, the
windscreen wiper will automatically
adapt its operating speed to the speed of
the vehicle.
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Symbol What it means
PARK SENSORS SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol appears when the system is faulty or not available.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the system checked.
TRAILER LIGHT CONTROL UNIT FAILURE
The symbol turns on to warn of failure in the control unit that manages the trailer lights.
Check that the trailer light is correctly connected to the socket. If the fault persists the next time you start the engine, contact the
Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to have the system checked.
AUDIO SYSTEM FAILURE
The symbol switches on to report a failure of the audio system.
Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to have the failure eliminated.
CLUTCH PEDAL
(where provided)
The symbol lights up to alert the driver to press the clutch pedal in order to start the engine.
Press the clutch pedal.
ABS ACTIVATION
The symbol appears when the ABS cuts in.
WINDSCREEN WASHER LIQUID LEVEL
The symbol appears for some seconds to indicate that the level of the windscreen and headlight washing fluid (if any) is low.
Refill the liquid: to do this, please consult the "Level check" section in the "Service and care" chapter. Always use liquid with the
features indicated in the "Liquids and lubricants" section in the "Technical information" chapter.
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SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is crucial for
guaranteeing a long life for the vehicle
under the best conditions.
For this reason, Alfa Romeo has planned
a series of checks and maintenance
operations at fixed distance intervals
and, for versions/markets, where
provided, at fixed time intervals, as
described in the Service Schedule.
Before each service, it is always
necessary to carefully follow the
instructions in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan (e.g. periodically check level of
fluids, tyre pressure, etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by an Alfa
Romeo Dealership according to a set
time schedule. If, during each operation,
in addition to the ones scheduled, the
need arises for further replacements or
repairs, these may be carried out with the
owner's explicit consent only.
IMPORTANT Scheduled Servicing
operations are required by the
Manufacturer. Failure to have them
carried out may invalidate the warranty.
It is advisable to inform the Alfa Romeo
Dealership of any small operating
irregularities without waiting for the next
service.
REGULAR CHECKS
Every year or620miles (1,000km) or
before long journeys, check and top up, if
necessary:
engine coolant level;
brake fluid level (if insufficient, see an
Alfa Romeo dealership as soon as
possible);
low AdBlue diesel emissions additive
(UREA) level warning (2.2 JTD versions
only);
windscreen washer fluid level;
tyre inflation pressure and condition;
operation of lighting system
(headlights,
direction
indicators,
hazard

warning
lights,
etc.);
operation
of
screen
washing/wiping

system
and
positioning/wear
of
wiper

blades.
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at
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or
long
periods

of
inactivity;
in
the
event
of
a
long
period
of

inactivity;
the following checks must be carried out
more often than indicated in the
Scheduled Servicing Plan:
check front and rear disc brake pad
condition and wear;
check cleanliness of bonnet and
tailgate locks, cleanliness and lubrication
of linkage;
visually inspect conditions of: engine,
gearbox, transmission, pipes and hoses
(exhaust/fuel system/brakes) and rubber
elements (gaiters/sleeves/bushes, etc.);
check battery charge and battery fluid
level (electrolyte);
visually inspect conditions of the
accessory drive belts;
check and, if necessary, change engine
oil and replace oil filter;
check and, if necessary, replace pollen
filter;
check and, if necessary, replace air
cleaner;
check and, if necessary, replace the
Bad Fuel filter (where provided).
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SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN (2.2 JTD diesel engine versions)
IMPORTANT Once you have carried out the last intervention in the table, continue with the scheduled servicing, maintaining the
frequency indicated in the plan by marking each operation with a dot or dedicated note. Warning: simply restarting the maintenance
from the start of the plan may cause the allowed interval to be exceeded for some operations!
Thousands of miles12 24 36 48 60 72 84 96 108 120
Years12345678910
Check battery charge status with the proper instrument●●●●●●●●●●
Check tyre condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary.
Check quick tyre repair kit recharge conditions/expiry date
(where provided)
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Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, boot, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel warning
lights, etc.)
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Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels in engine
compartment (engine coolant, hydraulic clutch/brakes,
windscreen washer, battery, etc.)(1) (2)
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Check exhaust emissions●●●●●●●●●●
(1) Always only use the liquids shown in the handbook for topping up after having checked that the system is not damaged.
(2) The consumption of AdBlue (UREA) emission control additive depends on the conditions of the use of the car and is indicated by means of the symbol anda specific
message on the instrument panel display.
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Thousands ofkilometres20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180200

ENGINE COMPARTMENT
CHECKING LEVELS
156) 157)
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Versions - 2.0 T4 MAir engine, fig. 151
1. Engine oil filler 2. Primary engine cooling reservoir plug 3. Brake fluid reservoir cap access cover 4. Windscreen/headlights
washer fluid reservoir cap 5. Secondary engine cooling reservoir plug
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Versions - 2.0 T4 MAir engine right-hand drive, fig. 152
1. Engine oil filler 2. Brake fluid reservoir cap access cover 3. Primary engine cooling reservoir plug 4. Windscreen/headlights
washer fluid reservoir cap 5. Secondary engine cooling reservoir plug
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Diesel versions - 2.2 JTD engine,fig. 153
1. Engine oil filler 2. Engine coolant reservoir cap 3. Brake fluid reservoir cap access cover 4. Windscreen/headlights washer
fluid reservoir cap 5. Secondary engine cooling reservoir plug
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ENGINE COOLANT FLUID
159)
69)
If the level is too low, unscrew the
reservoir cap and add the fluid described
in the "Technical Specifications" chapter.
On the 2.0 T4 MAir engine version with
right-hand drive, remove the shield 6
fig. 154 to check the fluid level in the
primary reservoir. To do this, release the
fixing clip 7 and lift upwards.
WASHER FLUID FOR WINDSCREEN/
HEADLIGHTS
160) 161)
The windscreen and headlights washer
fluid reservoir (where provided) is
equipped with a telescopic filler. If the
level is too low, lift the reservoir cap 4
fig. 155 upwards and then lift the filler,
as shown in the figure, and add the fluiddescribed in the "Technical
Specifications" chapter. After having
topped up the fluid, arrange the filler
correctly and then press on the cap until
you hear it click.
IMPORTANT With a low fluid level
(indicated by the dedicated symbol
appearing on the instrument panel
display), the headlight washer system
does not work, even though the screen
washers continue to work.BRAKE FLUID
Check that the fluid is at the max. level. If
the liquid level in the tank is insufficient,
contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to
have the system checked.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ACTIVATIONSYSTEM OIL
5)
The transmission control oil level should
only be checked at an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
BATTERY
162) 163) 164) 165)
70)
6)
The battery does not require the
electrolyte to be topped up with distilled
water. A periodic check carried out at an
Alfa Romeo Dealership is, however,
necessary to check efficiency.
Follow the battery manufacturer's
instructions for maintenance.
Useful advice for extending the life of
your battery
To avoid draining your battery and make
it last longer, observe the following
instructions:
when you park the car, ensure that the
doors, tailgate and bonnet are closed
properly, to prevent any lights from
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remaining on inside the passenger's
compartment;
switch off all roof lights inside the car:
the car is however equipped with a
system which switches all internal lights
off automatically;
do not keep accessories (e.g. Connect
system, hazard warning lights, etc.)
switched on for a long time when the
engine is not running;
before performing any operation on
the electrical system, disconnect the
cable from the negative battery terminal.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
under 50% for a long time, the battery is
damaged by sulphation, reducing its
capacity and efficiency at start-up. The
battery is also more prone to the risk of
freezing (already at 14 °F / -10°C).
WARNING
156)Never smoke while working in the
engine compartment: gas and inflammable
vapours may be present, with the risk of fire.
157)Be very careful when working in the
engine compartment when the engine is hot:
you may get burned. Do not get too close to
the radiator cooling fan: the electric fan may
start; danger of injury. Scarves, ties and
other loose clothing might be pulled by
moving parts.158)If the engine oil is being topped up, wait
for the engine to cool down before loosening
the filler cap, particularly for vehicles with
aluminium cap (where provided). WARNING:
risk of burns!
159)The cooling system is pressurised. If
necessary, only replace the plug with
another original or the operation of the
system may be adversely affected. Do not
remove the reservoir plug when the engine is
hot: you risk scalding yourself.
160)Do not travel with the windscreen
washer fluid reservoir empty: the
windscreen washer is essential for
improving visibility. Repeated operation of
the system without fluid could damage or
cause rapid deterioration of some system
components.
161)Some commercial additives for
windscreen washer fluid are flammable. The
engine compartment contains hot
components which may start a fire.
162)Battery fluid is poisonous and
corrosive. Avoid contact with the skin and
eyes. Keep open flames away from the
battery and do not use objects that might
create sparks: risk of explosion and fire.
163)Using the battery with insufficient
fluid irreparably damages the battery and
may cause an explosion.
164)If the vehicle must remain unused for a
long time at a very low temperature, remove
the battery and take it to a warm place, to
avoid freezing.
165)When performing any operation on the
battery or near it, always protect your eyes
with special goggles.
IMPORTANT
65)Be careful not to confuse the various
types of fluids while topping up: they are not
compatible with each other! Topping up with
an unsuitable fluid could severely damage
your vehicle.
66)The oil level must never exceed the MAX
mark.
67)If the MAX mark is exceeded (last notch
on the right turns red) after the top-up, go to
an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as
possible to have the oil in excess removed.
68)Do not add oil with specifications other
than those of the oil already in the engine.
69)Use a fluid of the same type as that
already present in the reservoir for any
topping up of the engine cooling system. The
fluid cannot be mixed with other types of
antifreeze fluids. In the event of topping up
with an unsuitable product, under no
circumstances start the engine and contact
an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
70)When you need to disconnect or remove
the battery, do not close the boot. Open the
boot manually if it is locked.
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This function can only be activated within
2 minutes of setting the ignition device
to STOP.
To activate this function, move the lever
upwards (unstable position) for at least
three seconds.
If, after using the function, the ignition
device is set back to ON with the blades
in a position other than rest position (at
the base of the windscreen), they will only
return to rest position following a
command given using the stalk (stalk
upwards, into unstable position) or when
a speed of 3 mph (5 km/h) is exceeded.
Replacing the windscreen wiper blades
Proceed as follows:
raise the wiper arm, press tab
fig. 159 of the attachment spring and
remove the blade from the arm;
fit the new blade, inserting the tab in
the dedicated housing in the arm and
checking that it is locked;
lower the wiper arm onto the
windscreen.
IMPORTANT Do not operate the
windscreen wiper with the blades lifted
from the windscreen.
Windscreen washer
The window washer nozzles are fixed. If
there is no jet of fluid, firstly check that
there is fluid in the reservoir (see
paragraph “Engine compartment” in this
chapter).
Then check that the nozzle holes are not
clogged; use a needle to unblock them if
necessary.
WARNING
168)The air intake system (air cleaner,
rubber hoses, etc.) can be a protection in the
case of blowbacks from the engine. DO NOT
REMOVE this system unless you need to
carry out repair or servicing operations.
Before starting the engine, ensure that the
system has not been removed: failure to
observe this precaution may result in serious
injury.
169)Exhaust emissions are very dangerous,
and may be lethal. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colourless, odourless gas which
can cause fainting and poisoning if inhaled.
170)The exhaust system may reach high
temperatures and may cause a fire if the
vehicle is parked on flammable material. Dry
grass or leaves can also catch fire if they
come into contact with the exhaust system.
Do not park or use the vehicle in a place in
which the exhaust system might come into
contact with flammable material.
IMPORTANT
72)Incorrect servicing of the vehicle or
failure to carry out operations or repairs
(when necessary) may lead to more
expensive repairs, damage to other
components or have a negative impact on
the vehicle performance. Have any
malfunction inspected immediately by an
Alfa Romeo Dealership.
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