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Refueling
Do not use fuel containing methanol or ethanol E85. Using these mixtures may cause misfiring and driving issues, as well as damage vital
components of the supply system.For
further details on the use of the correct fuel, see
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Starting The Engine
Make sure that the electric parking brake is engaged and that the transmission is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Next, press the brake
pedal, and then push the engine START/STOP button.
Parking On Flammable Material
The catalytic converter develops high temperatures during operation. Do not park the vehicle on potential fire hazards such as: grass, dry
leaves, pine needles or other flammable material.
Respecting The Environment
The vehicle is fitted with a system that carries out a continuous diagnosis of the emission-related components in order to help protect the
environment.
Electrical Accessories
If you decide to add electrical accessories after purchasing the vehicle, with the risk of gradually draining the battery, contact an autho -
rized Alfa Romeo dealer. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the vehicle's electric system can support
the required load.
Scheduled Servicing
Correctly performed maintenance procedures are essential for ensuring that your vehicle continuously maintains its quality in perfor -
mance and safety features, environmental friendliness, and low running costs.
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Adaptive Frontlight System
(AFS Function) — If Equipped ................ 44 Turn Signals ........................................... 44
Lane Change Assist ............................... 44
Static Bending Light Function (SBL) —
If Equipped ............................................. 44
INTERIOR LIGHTS .....................................44
Front Map Reading Lights ..................... 45
Interior Ambient Lighting ....................... 45
Rear Overhead Light .............................. 46
Instrument Panel Dimmer Control ....... 46
WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND WASHERS....46
Windshield Wiper Operation ................ 47
Rain Sensing Wipers.............................. 47
CLIMATE CONTROL .................................48
Automatic Dual-Zone Climate
Control System ...................................... 49
INTERIOR STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT....55
Glove Compartment .............................. 55
Center Console ...................................... 56
Power Outlet........................................... 56
Cigar Lighter And Ash Tray —
If Equipped ............................................. 57
Wireless Charging Pad — If Equipped ... 57

POWER WINDOWS ...................................58
Power Window Controls......................... 58
POWER SUNROOF — IF EQUIPPED ..........60
Power Sunroof........................................ 60
Opening And Closing The Sunroof ........ 60
Venting Sunroof ..................................... 61
Sun Shade Operation ............................ 61
Pinch Protect Feature ............................ 61
Re-Initialization Procedure .................... 61
Sunroof Maintenance ............................ 61
HOOD ........................................................ 62
Opening .................................................. 62
Closing.................................................... 62
TRUNK ...................................................... 63
Opening .................................................. 63
Closing.................................................... 64
Trunk Initialization ................................. 64
Trunk Specifications ............................. 64
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
SYSTEMS .................................................. 65
ACTIVE AERODYNAMIC SPOILER
(QUADRIFOGLIO VEHICLES) .................... 65
Carbon Fiber Active Aero Front
Spoiler .................................................... 65
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT
PANEL
INSTRUMENT PANEL FEATURES............. 66
Instrument Cluster ................................ 66
Tachometer............................................ 67
Engine Oil Temperature Gauge ............ 67
Fuel Level Gauge ................................... 68
Speedometer ......................................... 68
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY............ 68
Instrument Cluster Display
Description ............................................. 68 Reconfigurable Instrument Cluster
Display.................................................... 68 Reconfigurable Display Items ............... 68
Customer Programmable Settings ....... 72
WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES
ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ................. 73
Red Warning Lights ............................... 73
Amber Warning Lights ........................... 75 Green Indicator Lights ...........................77
Blue Indicator Lights ..............................77
Red Symbols...........................................78
Amber Symbols ......................................79
Green Symbols .......................................83
Blue Symbols .......................................... 83
ONBOARD DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM ...........84
Onboard Diagnostic System (OBD II)
Cybersecurity .......................................... 84
EMISSIONS INSPECTION AND
MAINTENANCE PROGRAMS ....................85
STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ............................86
Starting Procedure .................................86
Remote Starting System ........................86
Cold Weather Operation ........................87
Extended Park Starting ..........................87
If Engine Fails To Start ...........................88
After Starting — Warming Up The
Engine .....................................................88 Stopping The Engine ..............................88
Turbocharger Cool Down .......................88
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER —
IF EQUIPPED ............................................89
ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ...............................89
Engine Break-In ......................................89
ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE (EPB) .................90
Electric Park Brake (EPB) Operating
Modes .....................................................92 Safe Hold ................................................92
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AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION....................92
Display .................................................... 93
Gear Selector ......................................... 94
Transmission Operating Modes ............ 94
Automatic Transmission Limp Home
Mode....................................................... 97 Brake/Transmission Shift
Interlock (BTSI) System ......................... 97 Important Notes ..................................... 97
ALFA DNA / PRO SELECTOR ....................99
Alfa DNA System .................................... 99
Driving Modes ........................................ 99
ALFA ACTIVE SUSPENSION (AAS) —
IF EQUIPPED .......................................... 102STOP/START SYSTEM ........................... 102
Stop/Start System ............................... 102
Operating Mode ...................................102
System Manual Activation/
Deactivation .........................................103 Possible Reasons The Engine Does
Not Autostop ........................................103 Engine Restarting Conditions .............103
Safety Functions ..................................103
Irregular Operation .............................. 104
Vehicle Inactivity ..................................104
SPEED LIMITER ..................................... 104
Description ...........................................104
Activation..............................................104
Speed Limit Programming...................105
Exceeding The Programmed Speed ... 105
Programmed Speed Icon Flashing .....105
Deactivation .........................................105
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS ................. 105
Cruise Control — If Equipped .............. 105
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) —
If Equipped ........................................... 107
HIGHWAY ASSIST SYSTEM (HAS) —
IF EQUIPPED........................................... 115
To Activate/Deactivate........................ 116
Operation ............................................. 116
Indications On The Display ................. 117
System Status...................................... 117
Limited System Availability/
Operation ............................................. 118
TRAFFIC JAM ASSIST (TJA) SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED........................................... 119
To Activate/Deactivate........................ 119
Operation ............................................. 120
Indications On The Display ................. 121
System Status...................................... 121
Limited System Availability/
Operation ............................................. 122
TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION (TSR)
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ........................ 123
To Activate/Deactivate........................ 123
Indications On The Display ................. 123
INTELLIGENT SPEED CONTROL (ISC)
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ........................ 124
To Activate/Deactivate........................ 124
Indications On The Display ................. 124
Acceptance/Rejection Of The
Suggested Speed ................................ 125
PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK ASSIST
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ........................ 125
ParkSense Sensors ............................. 126
ParkSense Display............................... 126 Enabling And Disabling ParkSense .... 127
ParkSense Warning Display ............... 127
ParkSense System Usage
Precautions ......................................... 128
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED........................ 128
Lane Departure Warning
Operation ............................................. 128 Turning Lane Departure Warning On
Or Off .................................................... 129 Lane Departure Warning Message .... 129
Changing Lane Departure Warning
Status................................................... 130
LANE KEEPING ASSIST (LKA) SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED .......................................... 130
Turning Lane Keeping Assist On
Or Off .................................................... 131 Lane Keeping Assist Warning
Message .............................................. 131
REAR BACK UP CAMERA / DYNAMIC
GRIDLINES ............................................. 134 REFUELING THE VEHICLE ..................... 135
Refueling The Vehicle ......................... 135
Refueling Procedure .......................... 135
VEHICLE LOADING ................................ 136
Certification Label ............................... 136
TRAILER TOWING .................................. 138 SUGGESTIONS FOR DRIVING ............... 138
Saving Fuel .......................................... 138
Driving Style......................................... 138
Conditions Of Use................................ 138
Transporting Passengers .................... 139
Transporting Animals .......................... 139
Exhaust Gas......................................... 139
Performance — Quadrifoglio............... 139
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Door Open
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Power Steering Failure
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Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) Warning Light
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Engine Coolant
Temperature Too High
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Hood Cap Not Properly Shut

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Insufficient Engine Oil Level

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Low Engine Oil Pressure
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Trunk Lid Not Properly Shut
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Amber Symbols
Engine Immobilizer Failure/
Break-In Attempt
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Red Symbols
Fuel Cut-Off Indicator Light

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Park Sensors System Failure
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Engine Oil Change
Required— If Equipped
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Engine Oil Pressure Sensor Failure

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Engine Oil Level Sensor Failure

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Forward Collision Warning (FCW) System Failure — If Equipped
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Stop/Start System Failure
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Rain Sensor Failure
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Dusk Sensor Failure
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Amber Symbols
Blind Spot Monitoring
System Failure — If Equipped
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Fuel Level Sensor Failure
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Exterior Lights Failure
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Keyless System Failure
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Fuel Cut-Off System Failure
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Lane Departure Warning (LDW) System Failure — If Equipped
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Automatic High Beam Headlights Failure — If Equipped
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Automatic Transmission Fluid Overheating
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Audio System Failure
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Amber Symbols
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Speed Limiter System Failure

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Loose Fuel Filler Cap
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Electric Park Brake Failure
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Low Coolant Level — If Equipped
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Service Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) System
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Wear On Brake Pads
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Dynamic Drive Control System Failure
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Windshield Wiper Failure
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Generic Indication
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All Wheel Drive Failure
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Amber Symbols
Temporary All Wheel Drive
Failure — If Equipped
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ABS Activation
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Adaptive Front Lighting System Failure
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Soft Suspension Calibration Insertion — If Equipped
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Shock Absorbers Failure
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Windshield Washer Liquid Level

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Wear ON Carbon Ceramic
Material (CCM) Brake Discs — If Equipped
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Driver Attention Assist (DAA) System Failure
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Highway Assist System
(HAS)/Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) System Failure
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Amber SymbolsGreen Symbols
Headlights

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Automatic Headlights
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Stop/Start Operation
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Cruise Control Activated
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Adaptive Cruise Control System — If Equipped
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Blue Indicator Lights
Automatic High Beam
Headlights — If Equipped
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High Beam Headlights
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IGNITION SWITCH
Keyless Push Button Ignition
This feature allows the driver to operate the
ignition switch with the push of a button as
long as the key fob is in the passenger
compartment.
The START/STOP ignition button has several
operating modes. These modes are OFF, ACC,
and ON/RUN.START/STOP Ignition Button
The push button ignition can be placed in the
following modes:
OFF
The engine is stopped
Steering is locked
Some electrical devices (e.g. central
locking, alarm, etc.) are still available ACC

Engine is not started
Some electrical devices are available (e.g.
power windows)
ON/RUN
The engine will start (when foot is on the
brake pedal)
All the electrical devices are available (e.g.
climate controls, etc.)
If the ignition switch does not change the
mode by pushing the button, the key fob may
have a low or depleted battery. In this situa -
tion, a back up method can be used to operate
the ignition switch. Proceed as follows:
1. Lift the front armrest.
2. Lay the key fob on the indicated spot in the bottom of the center console, positioning
the key fob as shown in the following
image, while pushing the START/STOP
ignition button to start the ignition.
Key Fob Placement Location
NOTE:

For more information on proper engine
starting procedures, see
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With the keyless ignition in the ACC position,
if 30 minutes pass with the gear selector in
PARK and the engine off, the ignition will
automatically reset to the OFF position.
When opening the driver's door with the
ignition in the ACC position (engine not
running), a chime will sound to remind you
to place the ignition in the OFF position. In
addition to the chime, the message will
display “Ignition Or Accessory On” in the
cluster
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WARNING!
When exiting the vehicle, always make
sure the ignition is in the OFF mode,
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 unat -
tended is dangerous for a number of
reasons. A child or others could be seri -
ously or fatally injured. Children should be
warned not to touch the parking brake,
brake pedal or the gear selector.
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To Exit Remote Start Mode
To drive the vehicle after starting the Remote
Start system, either push and release the
unlock button on the key fob to unlock the
doors, or unlock the vehicle using Passive
Entry via the door handles, and disarm the
Vehicle Security system (if equipped). Then,
prior to the end of the 15 minute cycle, push
and release the START/STOP ignition button
while pressing the brake pedal.
The Remote Start system will turn the engine
off with another push and release of the
Remote Start button on the key fob, or if the
engine is allowed to run for the entire
15 minute cycle.
Remote Start Comfort Systems — If
Equipped
When Remote Start is activated, the heated
steering wheel and front heated seat features
will automatically activate when ambient
temperature is less than 39°F (4°C). These
features will stay on through the duration of
Remote Start.

NOTE:

This feature can be activated through the
radio system. Refer to the Information and
Entertainment System Owner’s Manual
Supplement for further information
VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM — IF
EQUIPPED
The Vehicle Security system monitors the
vehicle doors, hood, trunk, and the keyless
push button ignition for unauthorized opera-
tion. It also monitors movement inside the
passenger compartment (volumetric protec -
tion — if equipped), cutting of battery cables,
and unexpected lifting/tilting of the vehicle
(anti-lift protection — if equipped).
While the Vehicle Security system is armed,
interior switches for door locks and trunk
release are disabled.
If something triggers the alarm, the Vehicle
Security system will provide the following
audible and visible signals:
The horn will pulse
The turn signals will flash
The vehicle security light in the instrument
cluster will flash

NOTE:

The Vehicle Security system is activated by the
Engine Immobilizer system, which is automati -
cally activated when you get out of the vehicle
with the key fob and lock the doors.
To Arm The System
Follow these steps to arm the Vehicle Security
system:
1. Make sure the vehicle’s ignition is placed in the OFF position.
2. Perform one of the following methods to lock the vehicle:
• Push the lock button on the interior
power door lock switch with the driver
and/or passenger door open.
• Push the lock button on the exterior
Passive Entry Door Handle with a valid
key fob available in the same exterior
zone
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• Push the lock button on the key fob.
3. If any doors (or trunk lid) are open, close them.
To Disarm The System
The Vehicle Security system can be disarmed
using any of the following methods:
Push the unlock button on the key fob.
Grab the Passive Entry door handle to
unlock the door
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Cycle the ignition out of the OFF position to
disarm the system.
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EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Headlight Switch
The headlight switch is located on the left side
of the instrument panel, next to the steering
wheel. The headlight switch controls the oper-
ation of the headlights, parking lights, instru -
ment panel lights, instrument panel light
dimming, interior lights and rear fog lights.
In addition, there are buttons for the Park -
Sense system and Engine Stop/Start

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Headlight Switch The instrument panel and the various controls
on the dashboard will be illuminated when the
exterior lights are turned on.

To turn on the headlights, rotate the headlight
switch clockwise. When the headlight switch is
on, the parking lights, taillights, license plate
light and instrument panel lights are also turned
on. To turn off the headlights, rotate the head
-
light switch back to the O (off) position.

Daytime Running Lights (DRLs)
The Daytime Running Lights (DRLs) (low inten -
sity) come on automatically whenever the igni -
tion is placed in the ON/RUN position, and the
headlight switch is turned to the position,
and the dusk sensor detects sufficient
external light.
If the turn signals are operated, the brightness
of the corresponding Daytime Running Lights
will be decreased as long as the turn signals
are on.
The DRL can be activated/deactivated from
the radio system, by selecting the following
functions in sequence on the main MENU:
1. “Settings.”
2. “Lights.”
3. “Daytime Running Lights.”

NOTE:

The Daytime Running Lights cannot be deacti -
vated in Canadian markets.
High Beam Headlights
Push the multifunction lever towards the
instrument panel to switch the headlights to
high beams. The headlight switch must be
turned to the (auto) or (on) position.
The High Beam Indicator on the instrument
panel will illuminate when the high beams are
on.
Multifunction Lever
Pulling the multifunction lever back will turn
the low beams on.
Automatic Headlights
This system automatically turns the headlights
on or off according to ambient light levels. To
turn the system on, rotate the headlight switch
to the (AUTO) position.

NOTE:

The function can only operate with the ignition
placed in the ON/RUN position.
1 — ParkSense Button
2 — Parking Light, Daylight Running Lights,
Headlight Switch
3 — Instrument Panel Dimmer
4 — Rear Fog Light Button
5 — Engine Stop/Start Button
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The function can be activated from the radio
system by selecting the following functions in
sequence on the main menu:
1. “Settings.”
2. “Lights.”
3. “Headlight Off Delay.”
Rear Fog Light
The rear fog lights may be operated as desired
when visibility is poor due to fog. The rear fog
light button is integrated with the headlight
switch.
Push the button to turn the rear fog lights
on/off.
The lights can be turned off by pushing the
button again or by turning the headlight switch
to the O (off) position and holding it there for a
few seconds.

NOTE:

The headlight switch must first be turned to
the parking lights or headlights position before
the rear fog light button can be pushed.
When the engine is stopped with the rear fog
lights on, they will remain off the next time the
engine is started.

Adaptive Frontlight System (AFS Function) —
If Equipped

This is a system combined with Xenon head-
lights (Bi-Xenon 35 W headlamp if equipped)
which directs the headlights horizontally, and
continuously and automatically adapts them
to the driving conditions around bends or
when cornering.
The system directs the headlights to light up
the road in the best way, taking into account
the speed of the vehicle and the bend or
corner angle, as well as the speed at which the
steering wheel is turned.
The adaptive lights are automatically activated
when the vehicle is started.
Turn Signals
Move the multifunction lever up or down to
activate the turn signals. The arrows on each
side of the instrument cluster flash to show
proper operation.
The or turn signal will blink on the instru -
ment panel.
Lane Change Assist
Lightly push the lever up or down once, without
moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal
will flash five times then automatically turn off.
To turn off the flashing before the end of the
cycle, move the lever in the opposite direction
until the first click (about half way).
Static Bending Light Function (SBL) — If
Equipped
The SBL function utilizes Light Emitting Diodes
(LEDs) in order to better illuminate the street
and increase the light angle while turning. This
function is enabled by rotating the light switch
to position (on) or (auto). The SBL LEDs
activate when the speed is below 25 mph
(40 km/h) and the steering radius is below
0.3 miles (500 m).
This function can be activated/deactivated on
the radio system by selecting the following
functions in sequence on the main menu:
1. “Settings.”
2. “Lights.”
3. “Cornering Lights.”
INTERIOR LIGHTS
Courtesy lights are turned on when the front
doors are opened or when the dimmer control
is rotated to its farthest upward position. The
glove compartment light turns on automati -
cally when the glove compartment is opened
and turn off when it is closed. The door cour -
tesy lights illuminate when one of the front
doors is opened, and turn off when it is closed.
The trunk courtesy lights turn on automatically
when the trunk is opened and turn off when it
is closed. All of these lights turn on and off
regardless of the ignition status.
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Front Map Reading Lights
The front map/reading and overhead lights
are mounted in the overhead console. Each
light can be turned on by pushing the corre-
sponding switch on the console. These
switches are backlit for night time visibility. To
turn the lights off, push the switch a second
time.
Overhead Console

NOTE:

Before getting out of the vehicle, ensure that
the overhead lights are off. This will prevent
the battery level from being drained once the doors are closed. If a light is left on acciden
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tally, the overhead lights turn off automatically
approximately 15 minutes after the engine
has been turned off.
Overhead Light Timing
To assist getting in and out of the vehicle at
night or in poorly-lit areas, two timed modes
are available to keep the interior lighting on
after the engine is turned off.
Timing While Getting Into The Vehicle
The overhead lights will illuminate as follows:
For a few seconds when the doors are
unlocked.
For approximately three minutes when one
of the doors is opened.
For a few seconds when the doors are
locked.
Timing is interrupted when the ignition is
placed in the ON/RUN position.
Exiting Overhead Light Timing
The overhead lights will turn off as follows:
After all doors are closed upon entering the
vehicle, the three minute timer will stop and
a second timer will start for the overhead
lights. This timing will end when the ignition
is placed in the ON/RUN position.
When the doors are locked.
After 15 minutes to preserve the battery. Timing While Getting Out Of The Vehicle
After placing the ignition in the OFF position,
the overhead lights will turn on as follows:
For a few seconds after the engine stops.
For approximately three minutes when one
of the doors is opened.
For a few seconds when the last door is
closed.
The timing ends automatically when the doors
are locked.
Interior Ambient Lighting
The brightness of the interior passenger
compartment lights can be adjusted through
the radio system.
To access the adjustment function, on the
main menu select the following items in
sequence:
1. "Settings."
2. "Lights."
3. "Interior Ambient Lighting."
The lights can be adjusted to seven different
levels of brightness.
1 — Driver’s Reading/Map Light Switch
2 — Rear Overhead Lights Switch
3 — Overhead Lights Switch
4 — Front Map Reading Lights Switch
5 — Passenger’s Reading/Map Light Switch
6 — Passenger’s Reading/Map Light
7 — Center Reading/Map Light
8 — Driver’s Reading/Map Light
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