seats ALFA ROMEO GIULIA 2022 Owner's Guide

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

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PRESERVING THE BODYWORK
Paint
Touch up abrasions and scratches immediately
to prevent the formation of rust.
Maintenance of paintwork consists of washing
the car: the frequency depends on the conditions
and environment where the car is used. For
example, it is advisable to wash the vehicle more
often in areas with high levels of atmospheric
pollution or salted roads.
Some parts of the vehicle may be covered with a
matte paint which, in order to be maintained
intact, requires special care.
To correctly wash the vehicle, follow these
instructions:
If high pressure jets or cleaners are used to
wash the vehicle, keep a distance of at least
15 inches (40 cm) from the bodywork to avoid
damage or alteration. Build up of water could
cause damage to the vehicle in the long term.
To make it easier to remove any dirt deposits
in the area where the blades are normally
located it is recommended to position the
windshield wipers vertically (service position).
Wash the bodywork using a low pressure jet of
water if possible.
Wipe a sponge with a slightly soapy solution
over the bodywork, frequently rinsing the
sponge.
Rinse well with water and dry with a leather
chamois.
Dry the less visible parts (e.g. door frames, hood,
headlight frames, etc.) with special care, as water
may stagnate more easily in these areas. Do not wash the car after it has been left in the sun or
with the hood hot: this may alter the shine of the
paintwork.
Exterior plastic parts must be cleaned in the
same way as the rest of the vehicle.
If washing the car in a service that moves the car,
for cars with automatic transmissions, PARK (P)
must be cut out. You have to shut off the engine
in the following conditions: car stopped,
transmission in NEUTRAL (N), push the starter
button for at least three seconds.

NOTE:
Avoid parking under trees; the resin dropped by
trees makes the paintwork go opaque and
increases the possibility of corrosion.
Windows

Use specific detergents and clean cloths to
prevent scratching or altering the transparency.
Front Headlights
Use a soft cloth soaked in water and detergent for
washing cars.

NOTE:

Never use aromatic substances (e.g. gasoline)
or ketones (e.g. acetone) for cleaning the
plastic lenses of the headlights.
When cleaning with a pressure washer, keep
the pressure washer at least eight inches
(20 cm) away from the headlights. Engine Compartment

At the end of every Winter, wash the engine
compartment thoroughly, taking care not to aim
the jet of water directly at the electronic control
units or at the windshield wiper motors. Have this
operation performed at a specialized workshop.
For further information

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page 191.

NOTE:
The washing should take place with the engine
cold and the ignition device in the STOP position.
After the washing operation, make sure that the
various protections (e.g. rubber caps and guards)
have not been removed or damaged.
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. Rub the seats with a sponge moistened
with a solution of water and neutral detergent.

Cleaning heat press images on seats — if equipped:

Due to the color, opacity and wear-resistant
protection with which the heat press images on
some seats are made, they may be subject to
temporary scratching if they are touched by finger
nails, keys, or other hard objects. In such cases,
the visible signs do not impair the profiled
images, and can easily be removed by wiping the
affected area with a microfiber cloth moistened
with water (not dry) to restore the seat to its
original condition. The microfiber cloth must not
have been previously soaked in other substances
or detergents.
CAUTION!
Wipe the rear window inside gently with a
cloth following the direction of the filaments to
avoid damaging the heating device.
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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 deriv-
atives, 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.
ALCANTARA PARTS — IF EQUIPPED
Alcantara parts maintenance procedure:
Treat the surface with a microfiber cloth
moistened with mild marseille soap and water,
taking care to apply a uniform light pressure
over the entire area (do not rub vigorously).
Rinse and wring out the microfiber cloth, and
pass it over the entire area again.
Let it dry, and then brush gently with a soft
brush.
GENUINE LEATHER SURFACES —
I
F EQUIPPED
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 an authorized dealer. An
improperly performed operation may irreparably
damage the carbon. CAUTION!
Do not use “hard” synthetic brushes as they
can damage the fabric.
Do not clean small areas because it could
cause “aesthetic” differences between
treated and untreated areas.
Do not use alcohol or acetone-based
solvents.
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INDEX
A
Accessories Purchased By The Owner.......... 3
Active Blind Spot Assist .............................134
Active Safety Systems ................................ 129
Active Torque Vectoring (ATV) System ......129
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
(Cruise Control) ............................................ 97Off ........................................................... 101
On............................................................101
Additives, Fuel ............................................ 230
Adjust Forward.............................................. 31, 33
Rearward ........................................... 31, 33
Air Bag......................................................... 150 Air Bag Operation ...................................151Air Bag Warning Light ............................149
Driver Knee Air Bag................................ 152Enhanced Accident Response .....155, 181
Event Data Recorder (EDR) ...................181
Front Air Bag...........................................150
If Deployment Occurs ............................154
Knee Impact Bolsters ............................152
Maintaining Your Air Bag System.......... 157
Maintenance ..........................................157
Redundant Air Bag Warning Light.........150
Side Air Bags ..........................................152
Transporting Pets...................................166
Air Bag Light ......................................149, 166
Air Pressure Tires ........................................................212
Alarm Security Alarm .......................................... 24 Alfa Active Suspension (AAS) .......................94
Alfa DNA System ...........................................91
Anti-Lock Braking (ABS) System ............... 129
Anti-Lock Warning Light ...............................72
Automatic Door Locks ..................................27
Automatic Headlights ...................................43
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) ........49
Automatic Transmission ..............................86
Auxiliary Driving Systems .......................... 132
B
Back-Up Camera ........................................ 122
Battery ..................................................74, 190 Charging System Light .............................74
Battery Recharging .................................... 191
Belts, Seat .................................................. 166
Blind Spot Monitoring ............................... 132
Bodywork (Cleaning And Maintenance) ... 221
B-Pillar Location......................................... 209
Brake System Warning Light .................................... 70, 72
Brakes ........................................................ 226 Brake Fluid Level................................... 190
Bulbs, Light ................................................ 167
C
Camera, Rear ............................................. 122
Carbon Monoxide Warning .............. 167, 168
Cargo Tie-Downs ...........................................62
Certification Label ..................................... 125
Chart, Tire Sizing........................................ 207 Check Engine Light (Malfunction
Indicator Light) ............................................. 80
Checking Levels ................................ 187, 188
Checking Your Vehicle For Safety ............. 165
Checks, Safety ........................................... 165
Child Restraint ........................................... 157
Child Restraints
Booster Seats ........................................ 159
Child Seat Installation ........................... 164
How To Stow An unused ALR SeatBelt ..................................................... 163
Infant And Child Restraints ................... 158
LATCH Positions ..................................... 160
Lower Anchors And Tethers For Children .............................................. 160
Older Children And Child Restraints ..... 159
Seating Positions ................................... 160
Using The Top Tether Anchorage.......... 165
Clean Air Gasoline ..................................... 230
Cleaning Wheels.................................................... 217
Climate Control ......................................48, 54
Compact Spare Tire ................................... 216
Contract, Service........................................ 236
Cruise Control (Speed Control) ................... 97
Customer Assistance ................................. 236
D
Daytime Running Lights .............................. 42
Deck Lid Power Release ......................................... 61
Defroster, Windshield ................................ 166
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INDEX
Dimmer SwitchHeadlight .................................................. 46
Door Ajar ................................................ 74, 76
Door Ajar Light ....................................... 74, 76
Door Locks Automatic ................................................. 27
Door Opener, Garage ................................... 39
Drive Train Control (DTC) System ..............130
Driving Modes .............................................. 92
Dynamic Steering Torque (DST) System ... 130
E
Electric Park Brake....................................... 84
Electronic Speed Control (Cruise Control) .. 97
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
System ........................................................130
Electronic Throttle Control Warning Light... 75
Emergency In Case Of ......................................169, 171
SOS Emergency Call .............................. 169
Emergency, In Case Of Jump Starting .........................................175
Overheating ............................................ 178
Tow Hooks ..............................................180
Towing.....................................................179
Emission Control System Maintenance...... 80
Engine ......................................................... 224 Block Heater............................................. 83
Engine Coolant Level .............................190
Exhaust Gas Caution ....................167, 168
Fuel Requirements ................................ 230Jump Starting .........................................177
Overheating ............................................ 178 Engine Compartment ................................ 187
Engine Compartment (Washing) .............. 222
Engine Oil
Level Check ........................................... 188
Enhanced Accident Response
Feature .............................................. 155, 181
Ethanol ....................................................... 230
Exhaust Gas Cautions ...................... 167, 168 Exhaust System ......................................... 167
Exterior Lights .............................42, 167, 204
F
Flashers Turn Signals .....................................74, 167
Fluid Leaks ................................................. 167
Fog Lights, Rear ............................................44
Forward Collision Warning ........................ 138
Fuel Additives ................................................ 230
Clean Air................................................. 230
Ethanol ................................................... 230
Light ..........................................................76
Materials Added .................................... 230
Methanol................................................ 230
Fuses ................................................. 197, 198
G
Garage Door Opener (HomeLink) ................39
Gasoline, Clean Air .................................... 230
Gasoline, Reformulated ............................ 230
Gauges Engine Oil Temperature ...........................65
Fuel ...........................................................66 Speedometer ........................................... 66
Tachometer .............................................. 65
Glove Compartment Storage ...................... 55
GVWR .......................................................... 125
H
Hazard Warning Flashers .......................... 169
Head Restraints ........................................... 35
Head Rests ................................................... 35
Headlights .................................................... 42 Automatic ................................................. 43
Delay......................................................... 44
High Beam ............................................... 42
Switch ....................................................... 42
Headlights (Cleaning) ................................ 222
Heated Mirrors ............................................. 38
Heated Seats ............................................... 35
Heated Steering Wheel ............................... 29
Heater, Engine Block ................................... 83
Hill Start Assist (HSA) System ................... 131
HomeLink (Garage Door Opener) ............... 39
Hood Closing ...................................................... 60Opening .................................................... 60
Hood Release ............................................... 60
I
Ignition .......................................................... 22 Switch ....................................................... 22
Immobilizer (Sentry Key) ............................. 21
In Case Of Emergency ............................... 169
Installing Electrical/Electronic Devices ......... 3
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Instrument Cluster ....................................... 64Descriptions ............................................. 74
Display ...................................................... 66
Instrument Panel Features ................................................... 64
Interior And Instrument Lights ............. 45, 46
Interior Lights ...................................... 44, 204
Interiors (Cleaning)..................................... 222
Internal Equipment ...................................... 55
J
Jump Starting ............................................. 175
K
Keyless Enter 'n Go™ ................................... 26 Passive Entry ............................................ 26
Keys .............................................................. 19
L
Lane Change And Turn Signals ................... 44
Lane Change Assist...................................... 44
LaneSense ..................................................117
Lap/Shoulder Belts ....................................145
Latches .......................................................167
Leaks, Fluid ................................................167
Life Of Tires.................................................215
Light Bulbs ..................................................167
Lights .......................................................... 167 Air Bag ...........................................149, 166
Ambient .................................................... 45
Brake Warning .................................. 70, 72Courtesy/Reading .................................... 45Daytime Running ..................................... 42
Electronic Stability Program (ESP) Indicator ............................................... 75 Exterior ............................................. 42, 167
Fog.............................................................44
Hazard Warning Flasher ....................... 169
High Beam/Low Beam Select .................42
Interior.......................................................44
Low Fuel ....................................................76
Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine) ....73
Park .................................................... 43, 74
Seat Belt Reminder ..................................71
Turn Signals .............................. 44, 74, 167
Types Of Bulbs ....................................... 203
Warning Instrument Cluster Descriptions .................................. 74, 75
Loading Vehicle ......................................... 125 Tires........................................................ 209
Locks Automatic Door.........................................27
Child Protection ........................................ 27
M
Maintenance .................................................60
Malfunction Indicator Light
(Check Engine)..............................................73
Manual Service ................................................... 238
Memory Feature (Memory Seats) ................30
Memory Seat.................................................30
Methanol .................................................... 230
Mirrors Automatic Dimming..................................37
Electric Powered.......................................38
Exterior Folding.........................................38
Heated ...................................................... 38
Rearview ...................................................37
Vanity ..................................................... 204 O
Occupant Restraints .................................. 143
Oil Pressure Light ......................................... 75
Oil, Engine
Pressure Warning Light ........................... 75
Onboard Diagnostic System........................ 79
Opener, Garage Door (Homelink) ............... 39
Operator Manual Owner's Manual ..................................... 238
P
Paintwork (Cleaning And Maintenance) ... 222
Panic Brake Assist (PBA) System.............. 131
ParkSense System ..................................... 115
Passive Entry ................................................ 26
Performance (Top Speed) ......................... 235
Pets ............................................................. 166
Pinch Protection ........................................... 59
Placard, Tire And Loading Information ..... 209
Power Deck Lid Release ..................................... 61
Seats ........................................................ 33
Sunroof..................................................... 58
Power Seats Forward ..............................................31, 33
Rearward............................................31, 33
Recline ...............................................31, 34
Power Supply.............................................. 225
Pregnant Women And Seat Belts ............. 148
Pretensioners Seat Belts ............................................... 148
Programmable Settings ............................... 69
Prolonged Vehicle Inactivity ...................... 220
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INDEX
R
Radial Ply Tires ...........................................214
Radio Transmitters And Mobile Phones ....... 4
Rear Camera ..............................................122
Rear Cross Path .........................................132
Reformulated Gasoline .............................. 230
Refueling Procedure ..................................124
Refueling The Vehicle ................................ 123
Refuelling.................................................... 231
Reminder, Seat Belt ...................................144
Remote ControlStarting System........................................ 23
Remote Keyless Entry .................................. 19
Remote Starting Exit Remote Start Mode .......................... 23
Remote Starting System ....................... 23, 81
Remote Trunk Release ................................ 61
Replacement Bulbs...........................202, 204
Replacement Tires ..................................... 215
Reporting Safety Defects ...........................237
Restraints, Child .........................................157
Rims And Tires ...........................................206
S
Safety Checks Inside Vehicle ....................166
Safety Checks Outside Vehicle.................. 167
Safety Defects, Reporting ..........................237
Safety Information, Tire .............................206
Safety Tips ..................................................165
Safety, Exhaust Gas ...................................167
Saving Fuel .................................................126
Scheduled Servicing ..................................182
Scheduled Servicing Program (2.0 T4
MAir Engine Versions) ................................ 183 Scheduled Servicing Program (2.9 V6
Gasoline Engine Versions) ........................ 185
Seat Belt Reminder ......................................71
Seat Belts.......................................... 144, 166
Child Restraints ..................................... 157
Energy Management Feature ............... 148
Front Seat ..................................... 144, 145
Inspection .............................................. 166
Lap/Shoulder Belt Untwisting .............. 146
Lap/Shoulder Belts ............................... 145
Pregnant Women................................... 148
Pretensioners ........................................ 148
Rear Seat ............................................... 145
Reminder ............................................... 144
Seat Belt Pretensioner .......................... 148
Untwisting Procedure ............................ 146
Seats ............................................... 30, 31, 33 Adjustment ................................. 30, 31, 33
Head Restraints .......................................35
Heated ...................................................... 35
Power ........................................................33
Security Alarm............................................... 24
Service Assistance .................................... 236
Service Contract ........................................ 236
Service Manuals ........................................ 238
Servicing Procedures ................................ 192
Shoulder Belts ........................................... 145
Signals, Turn ........................................74, 167
Snow Chains .............................................. 218
Snow Tires.................................................. 218
Spare Tires ................................................. 216 Speed Control
Accel/Decel .............................................. 99
Accel/Decel (ACC Only) ......................... 102
Cancel....................................................... 99Distance Setting (ACC Only) .................. 103
Resume .................................................... 99
Set ............................................................ 98
Speed Control (Cruise Control) ................... 97
Starting Button....................................................... 22Cold Weather ........................................... 82
Remote ..................................................... 23
Starting The Engine ..................................... 81
Steering Tilt Column ............................................... 28
Wheel, Heated ......................................... 29
Wheel, Tilt ................................................ 28
Steering System ......................................... 226
Stop/Start System ....................................... 94
Storage Console .................................................... 55
Glove Compartment ................................ 55
Suggestions For Driving............................. 126
Sun Roof .................................................58, 60
Sun Visor ...................................................... 37
Supplemental Restraint System –
Air Bag ........................................................ 150
Suspension ................................................ 226
Symbol Glossary .......................................... 14
Symbols ........................................................... 6
System, Remote Starting ............................ 23
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