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The system operates in the same way, but
mirrored, in the event of exiting the right lane
when only the right lane marking has been
detected.
Left Lane Departure — Both Lanes Detected
When the system is active, both lane lines on
the display illuminate in white to indicate that
both of the lane markings have been detected.
When lane markings are detected, the system
is ready to provide indications in case the
driver unintentionally leaves the lane (turn
signal not activated).
As the Lane Departure Warning system
detects the lane markings while the vehicle is
in motion, it will adjust the display accordingly
(from white to yellow and vice versa, and
increase their thickness).
If a lane line is crossed, the driver is alerted by
an audible signal as well as the visual indica-
tion in the instrument cluster. The signal is
emitted through the speakers on the side of
the lane marking which is being crossed (e.g.
if the vehicle is exceeding the left line of the
lane, the audible signal will come from the
speakers on the left of the vehicle).
Limited Operation Warning
If a message appears on the display, a condi -
tion limiting the Lane Departure Warning
system operation may have occurred. This
could be an obstruction of the camera view, or
a fault in the system. If an obstruction is detected, clean the area of
the windshield by the interior rearview mirror.
Although the vehicle can still be driven in
normal conditions, the system may not func
-
tion properly.
When the conditions limiting the system are
corrected, it will go back to normal operation.
Should a fault persist, contact an authorized
dealer.
System Failure Warning
If the system turns off and the warning light
appears on the display, it means that there is
a system fault.
In this case, it is still possible to drive the
vehicle, but you are advised to contact an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Changing Lane Departure Warning Status
The system's sensitivity can be set through the
radio system. Sensitivity “High” or “Low” can
be selected.
To access the function, from the main menu
select the following in order:
1. “Settings”
2. “Driver Assistance”
3. “Lane Departure Warning”
4. “Sensitivity”
LANE KEEPING ASSIST (LKA)
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED
The Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) system uses a
camera located on the windshield to detect
the lane markings and calculate the position
of the vehicle within such markings, in order to
make sure that the vehicle remains inside the
lane. This is an active system that will apply
torque to the steering wheel if it senses that
the vehicle is drifting out of the lane.

When one or both lane markings are detected
and the vehicle passes over one without a turn
signal being applied, the system will apply torque
to the steering wheel and a visual signal will be
displayed in the instrument cluster display. An
audible signal may also sound.
If the vehicle continues to go beyond the lane line
without any driver intervention, the surpassed
lane line (left or right) will light up on the instru -
ment cluster display to urge the driver to bring
the vehicle back inside the lane limits.

Lane Crossed
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Turning Lane Keeping Assist On Or Off

The system is activated/deactivated by pressing
the button at the end of the multifunction lever.
Each time the engine is started, the system main-
tains the operating mode that was selected when
it was previously turned off.

Activation/Deactivation Button
Activation Conditions
Once the activation button is pushed, the
system becomes active only if the following
conditions are met:
The car speed is higher than 37 mph
(60 km/h). (The system is deactivated at
speeds equal to or higher than 110 mph
(180 km/h))
The lane limit lines are visible at least on
one side
There are suitable visibility conditions
The road is straight or with wide radius
bends
A suitable distance is kept from the vehicle
in front
The turn signal (to indicate leaving the lane)
is not active
Lane Keeping Assist Warning Message
The Lane Keeping Assist system also advises
the driver when the car changes lanes by
showing symbols and messages on the instru -
ment cluster display.
The message at the top of the display remains
active only until the main reconfigurable area
of the display is activated by pressing the TRIP
button located on the end of the windshield
wiper lever
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page 68.
After activating the main reconfigurable area,
the Lane Keeping Assist system messages will
be shown in the instrument cluster display.
When the system is active and the lane mark -
ings have not been detected, the display
shows two grey lane lines.
Lane Markings Not Detected
Left Lane Departure — Only Left Lane Detected

When the system is active and only, for
example, the left lane marking has been
detected, the detected lane lights up in white
on the display; the system is ready to provide
visual warnings on the display in the event of
unintentional exiting of the lane (turn signal
indicator not activated) to the left.
Left Lane Marking Detected
When the system detects that the vehicle has
approached the lane marking and is about to
pass it, the left line on the display lights up in
yellow.
Left Lane Marking Approached
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NOTE:

The system operates in the same way, but
mirrored, in the event of exiting the right lane
when only the right lane marking has been
detected.
Left Lane Departure — Both Lanes Detected
When the system is active, both lane lines on
the display illuminate in white to indicate the
successful detection of both limits.
When lane markings are detected, the system
is ready to provide indications in case the
driver unintentionally leaves the lane (turn
signal not activated).
As the Lane Keeping Assist system detects the
lane markings while the vehicle is in motion, it
will adjust the display accordingly (from white
to yellow and yellow to white, and increase
their thickness).
If a lane line is crossed, the driver is alerted by
an audible signal as well as the visual indica-
tion in the instrument cluster. The signal is
emitted through the speakers on the side of
the lane marking which is being crossed (e.g.
if the vehicle is exceeding the left line of the
lane, the audible signal will come from the
speakers on the left of the vehicle). Hands Presence On The Steering Wheel
Detection
The system is able to detect the presence of
the driver’s hands on the steering wheel.
When the system does not detect the pres
-
ence of hands on the steering wheel for a few
seconds (up to 6 seconds), the following
screen will be displayed on the instrument
cluster display. No acoustic warning will be
emitted in this case.
Hand Presence On The Steering Wheel Not Detected Display (Up To 6 Seconds)
When the system does not detect the pres -
ence of hands on the steering wheel for a few
seconds (from 6 to 15 seconds), the following
screen will be displayed on the instrument
cluster display. A short acoustic signal will
sound if hands are not detected on the
steering wheel for 6 to 12 seconds. A contin-
uous signal will sound if hands are not
detected on the steering wheel for 12 to 15
seconds. Hand Presence On The Steering Wheel Not
Detected Display (6 To 15 Seconds)
After 15 seconds with the hands removed
from the steering wheel, the LKA system will
be deactivated and a dedicated message will
be shown on the instrument cluster display. A
short acoustic signal will sound in this case.
In any of the situations above where the hands
are removed from the steering wheel for more
than 6 seconds, it is necessary to reposition
the hands on the steering wheel.
Changing The System Sensitivity
The system's sensitivity can be set through the
radio system in the “Driver Assistance” menu.
Sensitivity “Early” or “Late” can be selected.
Changing The System Strength
The system’s strength can be set through the
radio system in the “Driver Assistance” menu.
Strength “Low” or “High” can be selected.
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Limited Operation Warning
If a message appears on the display, a condi -
tion limiting the LKA system operation may
have occurred. This could be an obstruction of
the camera view, or a fault in the system.
If an obstruction is detected, clean the area of
the windshield by the interior rearview mirror.
Although the vehicle can still be driven in
normal conditions, the system may not func -
tion properly.
When the conditions limiting the system are
corrected, it will go back to normal operation.
Should a fault persist, contact an authorized
dealer.
System Failure Signaling
If the system turns off and appears on the
display, it means that there is a system fault.
In this case, it is still possible to drive the
vehicle, but you are advised to contact an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
CAUTION!
Projecting loads on the roof of the vehicle
may interfere with the correct operation of
the camera. Before starting, make sure
the load is correctly positioned, in order
not to cover the camera operating range.

If the windshield must be replaced due to
scratches, chips or breakage, contact an
authorized dealer. Do not replace the wind-
shield on your own; there is risk of malfunc -
tion. It is advisable to replace the windshield
if it is damaged in the area of the camera.

Do not tamper with or operate on the
camera. Do not close the openings in the
aesthetic cover located under the interior
rearview mirror. In the event of a failure of
the camera, contact an authorized dealer
immediately.
Do not cover the operating range of the
camera with stickers or other objects. Also
pay attention to other objects on the hood
(e.g. a layer of snow) and make sure they
do not interfere with the camera.
The camera may have limited or absent
operation due to weather conditions such
as: heavy rain, hail, thick fog, heavy snow,
formation of ice layers on the windshield.
CAUTION! (Continued)
Camera operation may also be compro -
mised by the presence of dust, condensa -
tion, dirt or ice on the windshield, traffic
conditions (e.g. vehicles that are driving
not aligned with yours, vehicle driving in a
transverse or opposite way on the same
lane, bend with a small radius of curva -
ture), or road surface conditions and
driving conditions (e.g. off-road driving).
Make sure the windshield is always clean.
Use specific detergents and clean cloths
to avoid scratching the windshield. The
camera operation may also be limited or
absent in some driving, traffic and road
surface conditions.
CAUTION! (Continued)
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REAR BACK UP CAMERA /
DYNAMIC GRIDLINES
The Rear Back Up Camera is located just
under the vehicle’s trunk lid, above the rear
license plate.Rear Back Up Camera Location
Camera Activation/Deactivation
The Rear Back Up Camera can be activated
and deactivated through the radio system by
selecting the “Settings” option on the menu.
Once the Rear Back Up Camera is activated,
choose from one of the following options:
“Activate”
“Switch-Off Delay”
“Camera Guidelines”
When the vehicle is in REVERSE, the radio
system display will show the area behind the
vehicle, as seen by the Rear Back Up Camera,
along with a warning message. Rear Back Up Camera Display

When enabled in the radio settings, active guide -
lines are overlaid on the image to illustrate the
width of the vehicle and its projected backup
path based on the steering wheel position. A
dashed center line overlay indicates the center
of the vehicle to assist with parking. Different
colored zones indicate the distance to the rear
of the vehicle. The following table shows the
approximate distances for each zone:
Messages On The Display
If the trunk lid is lifted, the camera will not
detect any obstacle behind the vehicle. The
display will show a dedicated warning
message.
Make sure the trunk lid is closed by pushing
next to the lock until it clicks.
Important Notes
Ice, snow or mud on the surface of the
camera may reduce its sensitivity. It is
important to keep the camera surface
clean, and free from debris.
When parking, be aware of obstacles that
may be above or under the camera range.
AreaDistance From The
Rear Of The Vehicle
Red 0–11.8 inches
(0–30 cm)
Yellow 11.8 inches to 3.3 feet
(30 cm–1 m)
Green 3.3 feet or more
(1 m or more)
WARNING!
Drivers must be careful when backing up
even when using the Rear Back Up Camera.
Always check carefully behind your vehicle,
and be sure to check for pedestrians,
animals, other vehicles, obstructions, or
blind spots before backing up. You are
responsible for the safety of your
surroundings and must continue to pay
attention while backing up. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury or death.
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4. When the fuel nozzle “clicks” or shuts off,before removing the nozzle, wait for at
least 10 seconds in order for the fuel to
flow inside the tank.
5. Remove the fuel filler nozzle, tighten the gas cap about a quarter turn until you hear
one click. This is an indication that cap is
properly tightened.
The label indicates the fuel type (UNLEADED
FUEL = gasoline).
Fuel Door Label Emergency Fuel Door Opening
In the event of an emergency, the fuel filler
door can be opened by operating from inside
the trunk.
Proceed as follows:
1. Open the trunk and locate the emergency
fuel filler release cap on the inside lining.
Fuel Door Release Cap
2. Open the cap, and pull the cord inside to unlock the fuel filler door.
3. Open the fuel filler door by pushing on it (see the previous instructions).
NOTE:

If the filler compartment is washed with a pres
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sure washer, keep it at a distance of at least
8 inches (20 cm).
VEHICLE LOADING
Certification Label
As required by National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration regulations, your vehicle has a
certification label affixed to the driver's side
door or pillar.

This label contains the month and year of manu -
facture, Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR),
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) front and rear,
and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). A
Month-Day-Hour (MDH) number is included on
this label and indicates the Month, Day and Hour
of manufacture. The bar code that appears on
the bottom of the label is your VIN.

WARNING!
Never have any smoking materials lit in or
near the vehicle when the fuel door is
open or the tank is being filled.
Never add fuel when the engine is
running. This is in violation of most state
and federal fire regulations and may
cause the MIL to turn on.

A fire may result if gasoline is pumped into a
portable container that is inside of a vehicle.
You could be burned. Always place gas
containers on the ground while filling.

WARNING! (Continued)
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Transporting Passengers
Transporting Animals
The intervention of the airbags may be
dangerous for an animal on the front seat. It is
therefore advised to arrange animals on the
rear seat inside dedicated cages restrained by
the vehicle’s seat belts.
Keep in mind that, in the event of a sudden
braking or an accident, an inadequately
restrained animal may be projected within the
passenger compartment, risking injury to the
animal itself and the other occupants of the
vehicle.
Exhaust Gas
Exhaust emissions are very dangerous, and
may be lethal. They contain carbon monoxide,
a colorless, odorless gas which can cause
fainting and poisoning if inhaled.
To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide, take the
following measures:
Do not keep the engine running in closed
spaces.
If, for some reason (e.g. transporting bulky
loads), it is necessary to drive with the trunk
open, close all the windows and run the
climate control fan at maximum speed. DO
NOT activate air recirculation mode.
Should it be necessary to stay in the
stationary vehicle with engine running,
adjust the ventilation/heating system and
operate the fan in such a way that outside
air will enter the passenger compartment.
Activate the maximum fan speed.
Maintenance of the exhaust system provides
the best protection against leaks of carbon
monoxide into the passenger compartment.
Should an unusual noise from the exhaust
system or the presence of exhaust gas in the
passenger compartment be identified, or if the
underbody or rear section of the vehicle is
damaged, have the entire exhaust system and
bodywork areas checked to identify any components which are broken, damaged,
worn or have moved from their correct fitting
position. If any of these things occur, contact
an authorized dealer.
Open welding or loose connections may permit
exhaust gas to enter the passenger compart
-
ment.
Check the exhaust system each time the
vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil change
operations. Replace the components if neces -
sary, contact an authorized dealer.
Performance — Quadrifoglio
This vehicle is equipped with an engine
capable of delivering exceptionally fast accel -
eration and speed:
Peak power: 505 HP at 6500 RPM.
Peak torque: 443 ft-lbs at 2500–5000
RPM.
Top speed: 191 mph (307 km/h).
Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph (0 to
100 km/h): 3.8 seconds.
For safe driving, it is essential, particularly
during the first days of use, to get to know the
car by driving carefully and gradually discov -
ering its performance.
WARNING!
It is extremely dangerous to leave children
in a parked vehicle when the temperature
outside is very high. The heat inside the
passenger compartment may have
serious, or even fatal, consequences.
Never travel in the trunk of the vehicle. In
the event of an accident, anyone inside
the trunk would be at greater risk of
serious or even fatal injury.
Ensure that all the occupants of the
vehicle wear their seat belts correctly and
that any children are positioned correctly
on the dedicated child restraint systems.
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This very important section describes the
safety systems that your vehicle may be
equipped with, and provides instructions on
how to use them correctly.
ACTIVE SAFETY SYSTEMS
The vehicle may be equipped with the
following active safety devices:
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
Active Torque Vectoring (ATV)
Dynamic Steering Torque (DST)
Drive Train Control (DTC)
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Hill Start Assist (HSA)
Panic Brake Assist (PBA)
Traction Control System (TCS)
For the operation of the systems, see the
following pages.
Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
An integral part of the braking system, the ABS
prevents one or more wheels from locking and
slipping in all road surface conditions, regard -
less of the intensity of the braking action. The
system ensures that the vehicle can be
controlled even during emergency braking,
allowing the driver to optimize stopping
distances. The system intervenes during braking when
the wheels are about to lock, typically in emer
-
gency braking or low-grip conditions where
locking may be more frequent.
The system also improves control and stability
of the vehicle when braking on a surface
where the grip of the left and right wheels
varies, such as in a corner.
The Electronic Braking Force Distribution
(EBD) system works with the ABS, allowing the
brake force to be distributed between the front
and rear wheels.
System Intervention
The ABS equipped on this vehicle is provided
with the "Brake-by-wire" (Integrated Brake
System — IBS) function. With this system, the
command given by pressing the brake pedal is
not transmitted hydraulically, but electrically.
Therefore, the light pulsation that is felt on the
pedal with the traditional system is no longer
noticeable.
WARNING!
The ABS contains sophisticated electronic
equipment that may be susceptible to
interference caused by improperly
installed or high output radio transmitting
equipment. This interference can cause
possible loss of anti-lock braking capa -
bility. Installation of such equipment
should be performed by qualified profes -
sionals.
Pumping of the Anti-Lock Brakes will
diminish their effectiveness and may lead
to a collision. Pumping makes the stop -
ping distance longer. Just press firmly on
your brake pedal when you need to slow
down or stop.
The ABS cannot prevent the natural laws
of physics from acting on the vehicle, nor
can it increase braking or steering effi -
ciency beyond that afforded by the condi -
tion of the vehicle brakes and tires or the
traction afforded.
The ABS cannot prevent collisions,
including those resulting from excessive
speed in turns, following another vehicle
too closely, or hydroplaning.
The capabilities of an ABS equipped
vehicle must never be exploited in a reck -
less or dangerous manner that could jeop -
ardize the user’s safety or the safety of
others.
WARNING! (Continued)
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Active Torque Vectoring (ATV) — If Equipped
The dynamic drive control is used to optimize
and balance the drive torque between the
wheels of the same axles. The ATV system
improves the grip in turns, sending more drive
torque to the external wheel.
Given that, in a turn, the external wheels of the
car travel more than the internal ones and
therefore turn faster, sending a higher thrust
to the external rear wheel allows for the car to
be more stable and to not suffer an "under-
steer" condition. Understeer occurs when the
vehicle is turning less than appropriate for the
steering wheel position.
Dynamic Steering Torque (DST)
DST uses the integration of the Electronic
Stability Control (ESC) system with the electric
power steering to increase the safety level of
the whole vehicle.
In critical situations (braking on surfaces with
different grip conditions), the ESC system
controls the steering through the DST function
to implement an additional torque contribu-
tion on the steering wheel in order to suggest
the most correct maneuver to the driver.
The coordinated action of the brakes and
steering increases the sensation of safety and
control of the vehicle.
NOTE:

The DST feature is only meant to help the driver
realize the correct course of action through small
torques on the steering wheel, which means the
effectiveness of the DST feature is highly depen
-
dent on the driver’s sensitivity and overall reac -
tion to the applied torque. It is very important to
realize that this feature will not steer the vehicle,
meaning the driver is still responsible for
steering the vehicle.

Drive Train Control (DTC) System — If
Equipped
Some models of this vehicle are equipped with
an All-Wheel Drive (AWD) system, which offers
an optimal drive for countless driving condi -
tions and road surfaces. The system reduces
the slipping of the tires to a minimum, auto -
matically redistributing the torque to the front
and rear wheels as needed.
To maximize fuel savings, the vehicle with
AWD automatically passes to Rear-Wheel
Drive (RWD) when the road and environmental
conditions are such that they wouldn't cause
the tires to slip. When the road and environ -
mental conditions require better traction, the
vehicle automatically goes to AWD mode.

NOTE:

If the system failure symbol switches on, after
starting the engine or while driving, it means
that the AWD system is not working properly. If
the warning message activates frequently, it is
recommended to carry out the maintenance
operations.
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
The ESC system improves the directional
control and stability of the vehicle in various
driving conditions.
The ESC system corrects the vehicle’s under -
steer and oversteer, distributing the brake
force on the appropriate wheels. The torque
supplied by the engine can also be reduced in
order to maintain control of the vehicle.
Oversteer occurs when the vehicle is
turning more than it should according to the
angle of the steering wheel.
Understeer occurs when the vehicle is
turning less than it should according to the
angle of the steering wheel.
The ESC system uses sensors installed on the
vehicle to determine the path that the driver
intends to follow and compares it with the
vehicle’s effective path. When the real path
deviates from the desired path, the ESC
system intervenes to counteract the above
conditions.
System Intervention
The intervention of the system is indicated by
the flashing of the ESC warning light on the
instrument panel, to inform the driver that the
vehicle stability and grip are critical.
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Hill Start Assist (HSA)
This is an integral part of the ESC system and
facilitates starting on slopes, activating auto-
matically in the following cases:
Uphill: vehicle stationary on a road with a
gradient higher than 5%, engine running,
brake pressed and transmission in
NEUTRAL (N) or gear other than REVERSE
(R) engaged.
Downhill: vehicle stationary on a road with a
gradient higher than 5%, engine running,
brake pressed and REVERSE gear engaged.
When starting to move forward from a
complete stop, the ESC system control unit
maintains the braking pressure on the wheels
until the engine torque necessary for starting
is reached, or in any case for a maximum of
two seconds, allowing your right foot to be
moved easily from the brake pedal to the
accelerator.
The system will automatically deactivate after
two seconds without starting, gradually
releasing the braking pressure. During this
release stage, it is possible to hear a typical
mechanical brake release noise, indicating
the imminent movement of the vehicle.
Panic Brake Assist (PBA)
The PBA system is designed to improve the
vehicle’s braking capacity during emergency
braking.
The system detects emergency braking by
monitoring the speed and force with which the
brake pedal is pressed, and consequently
applies the optimal brake pressure. This can
reduce the braking distance: the PBA system
therefore complements the ABS.
WARNING!
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) cannot
prevent the natural laws of physics from
acting on the vehicle, nor can it increase
the traction afforded by prevailing road
conditions. ESC cannot prevent accidents,
including those resulting from excessive
speed in turns, driving on very slippery
surfaces, or hydroplaning. ESC also
cannot prevent accidents resulting from
loss of vehicle control due to inappro -
priate driver input for the conditions. Only
a safe, attentive, and skillful driver can
prevent accidents. The capabilities of an
ESC equipped vehicle must never be
exploited in a reckless or dangerous
manner which could jeopardize the user’s
safety or the safety of others.
Vehicle modifications, or failure to prop -
erly maintain your vehicle, may change
the handling characteristics of your
vehicle, and may negatively affect the
performance of the ESC system. Changes
to the steering system, suspension,
braking system, tire type and size or wheel
size may adversely affect ESC perfor-
mance. Improperly inflated and unevenly
worn tires may also degrade ESC perfor -
mance. Any vehicle modification or poor
vehicle maintenance that reduces the
effectiveness of the ESC system can
increase the risk of loss of vehicle control,
vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
WARNING!
There may be situations where the Hill Start
Assist (HSA) will not activate and slight
rolling may occur, such as on minor hills or
with a loaded vehicle, or while pulling a
trailer. HSA is not a substitute for active
driving involvement. It is always the driver’s
responsibility to be attentive to distance to
other vehicles, people, and objects, and
most importantly brake operation to ensure
safe operation of the vehicle under all road
conditions. Your complete attention is
always required while driving to maintain
safe control of your vehicle. Failure to follow
these warnings can result in a collision or
serious personal injury.
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