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MANUAL PARK RELEASE
See an authorized dealer to disengage the
manual park release lever.
TOWING A DISABLED
VEHICLE
This section describes procedures for towing a
disabled vehicle using a commercial towing
service.The operators of the assistance vehicle must be
informed with regard to the vehicle's minimum
height from ground in order to avoid contact
between the ends of the fascia/bumper with the
equipment of the breakdown truck.
The following image illustrates the front and rear
attachment corners of the vehicle, to be taken
into consideration when loading the vehicle on
the assistance vehicle.
Front And Rear Loading Angles
REAR WHEEL DRIVE (RWD) MODELS
It is recommended to tow the vehicle with all four
wheels OFF the ground on the flatbed of a
roadside assistance vehicle.
If an assistance vehicle with a flatbed is not
available, the vehicle must be towed with the rear
wheels lifted from the ground using a trailer or
special equipment allowing lifting of the rear
wheels.
WARNING!
A special tool is required to perform this proce -
dure. Damage to the vehicle or serious injury
or death may occur if the procedure is per -
formed improperly. Please contact an autho -
rized dealer to have this procedure performed.
CAUTION!
The vehicle should be transported with all
four wheels OFF the ground on the flatbed of
a roadside assistance vehicle. Avoid towing
with only the front (or rear) wheels lifted.
When towing with only the front (or rear)
wheels lifted, in addition to damaging the
body, it could damage the transmission.
Do not use sling-type equipment when
towing. Vehicle damage may occur.
When securing the vehicle to a flatbed truck,
do not attach to front or rear suspension
components. Damage to your vehicle may
result from improper towing.
Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is
released, and remain released, while being
towed.
Damage from improper towing is not covered
under the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
CAUTION!RWD
ModelsAWD
Models
A — Front Loading
Angle 12.880° 15.160°
B — Rear Loading
Angle 17.105° 18.400°
CAUTION!
Do not use sling type equipment when
towing. Vehicle damage may occur.
When securing the vehicle to a flat bed truck,
do not attach to front or rear suspension
components. Damage to your vehicle may
result from improper towing.
Ensure that the Electric Park Brake is
released, and remains released, while being
towed.
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ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) MODELS
It is recommended to tow the vehicle with all four
wheels OFF the ground on the flatbed of a
roadside assistance vehicle.
TOW EYES
If the vehicle has been in an accident or has
broken down, a tow eye is provided in the tools
container located inside the luggage
compartment for vehicle towing. There are two
locations on the front fascia/bumper available
for Tow Eye installation, and one in the rear on
the passenger side. Towing is meant only for
short distances on a paved road surface.
Proceed as follows to use the tow eye:
1. Unhook the cap on the front (left or right side)or rear fascia/bumper, pushing on the upper
part. Front Tow Eye Cap Locations
Rear Tow Eye Cap Location
2. Remove the tow eye from its housing in the trunk and carefully clean the threaded
housing on the vehicle before using it.
3. Tighten the vehicle's tow eye in place (about 11 turns).

NOTE:
The largest work angle of a tow cable to fix on the
tow hook must not exceed 15°. Work Angle Of Tow Cable
CAUTION!
DO NOT flat tow this vehicle. Damage to the
drivetrain will result.
DO NOT dolly tow this vehicle. Use of a towing
dolly can cause significant damage to your
vehicle.
Towing this vehicle in violation of the above
requirements can cause severe transmission
damage. Damage from improper towing is not
covered under the New Vehicle Limited
Warranty.
WARNING!
Stand clear of vehicles when pulling with tow
eyes.
Do not use a chain with a tow eye. Chains
may break, causing serious injury or death.
Do not use a tow strap with a tow eye. Tow
straps may break or become disengaged,
causing serious injury or death.
Failure to follow proper tow eye usage may
cause components to break resulting in
serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
The tow eye must be used exclusively for
roadside assistance operations. Only use the
tow eye with an appropriate device in
accordance with the highway code (a rigid
bar or rope) to flat tow the vehicle for a short
distance to the nearest service location.
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ENHANCED ACCIDENT
RESPONSE SYSTEM (EARS)
This vehicle is equipped with an Enhanced
Accident Response System.
This feature is a communication network that
takes effect in the event of an impact

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EVENT DATA RECORDER
(EDR)
This vehicle is equipped with an event data
recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to
record data that will assist in understanding how
a vehicle’s systems performed under certain
crash or near crash-like situations, such as an air
bag deployment or hitting a road obstacle

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Tow eyes MUST NOT be used to tow vehicles
off the road or where there are obstacles.
In compliance with the above conditions,
towing with a tow eye must take place with
two vehicles (one towing, the other towed)
aligned as much as possible along the same
center line. Damage to your vehicle may
occur if these guidelines are not followed.
When towing, only use a facility that can tow
vehicles with low ground clearances as
extensive damage can result by using a
standard tow truck platform.
CAUTION!
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(o) Recommended operations
(●) Mandatory operations
Visually inspect the condition and tensioning of the
accessory drive belt(s).●●●●●●●●●●●●
Change engine coolant.
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Change engine oil and replace oil filter.
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Replace accessory drive belt/s.
3
Rep

lace engine air cleaner.
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Replace additional fuel filter (if equipped).●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Change the brake fluid.
5
Rep

lace cabin air filter.
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Spark plug replacement.
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1. The SOS back up battery must be replaced every five years, regardless of mileage.
2. The actual interval for changing the brake pads and the carbon ceramic brake discs depends on the vehicle usage conditions and is signaled by the warning light or message on the instrument panel. After each discs replacement, reset the warning light using the diagnostic socket.
3. Areas that are not dusty: recommended maximum mileage 36,000 miles (60,000 km). Regardless of the mileage, the belt must be replaced every four years. Dusty areas and/ or demanding use of the vehicle (cold climates, town use, long periods of idling): advised maximum mileage 18,000 miles (30,000 km). Regardless of the mileage, the belt must be replaced every two years.
4. If the vehicle is used in dusty areas, this cleaner must be replaced every 10,000 miles (16,000 km).
5. The brake fluid replacement has to be done every two years, irrespective of the mileage.
6. The spark plug change interval is mileage-based only. Yearly intervals do not apply.
Thousands of miles102030405060708090100110120130140150
Years123456789101112131415
Thousands of kilometers163248648096112128144160176192208224240
WARNING!
You can be badly injured working on or around a motor vehicle. Do only service work for which you have the knowledge and the right equipment. If you
have any doubt about your ability to perform a service job, take your vehicle to a competent mechanic.
Failure to properly inspect and maintain your vehicle could result in a component malfunction and affect vehicle handling and performance. This could
cause an accident.
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Under Hood Control Unit
BULB REPLACEMENT
General Instructions
Before replacing a bulb, check the contacts for
oxidation.
Replace blown bulbs with others of the same
type and power.
After replacing a headlight bulb, always check
its alignment.
When a light is not working, check that the
corresponding fuse is intact before changing
the bulb

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NOTE:
In some particular climate conditions, such as low
temperature, humidity, or after washing the car, a
thin condensation layer may form on the internal
surfaces of the front and rear headlights. This
condensation will disappear after switching on
the headlights.
FUNCTIONFUSEAMPERAGE
Tow Hook Module (TTM)
F140
Hi-Fi system F830
KL15/a USB Recharge (C070) F177.5
I-Drive / USB / AUX port F2110
KL15/a 12 Volts Power outlet (R053) F2220
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Tire Loading And Tire Pressure

NOTE:
The proper cold tire inflation pressure is listed on
the driver’s side B-pillar or the rear edge of the
driver's side door.
Check the inflation pressure of each tire,
including the spare tire (if equipped), at least
monthly and inflate to the recommended
pressure for your vehicle.Example Tire Placard Location (Door) Example Tire Placard Location (B-pillar)
Tire And Loading Information Placard
Tire And Loading Information Placard This placard tells you important information
about the:
1. Number of people that can be carried in the
vehicle.
2. Total weight your vehicle can carry.
3. Tire size designed for your vehicle.
4. Cold tire inflation pressures for the front, rear, and spare tires.
Loading
The vehicle maximum load on the tire must not
exceed the load carrying capacity of the tire on
your vehicle. You will not exceed the tire's load
carrying capacity if you adhere to the loading
conditions, tire size, and cold tire inflation
pressures specified on the Tire and Loading
Information placard

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NOTE:
Under a maximum loaded vehicle condition,
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the front and
rear axles must not be exceeded. For further
information on GAWR, vehicle loading, and trailer
towing

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Maximum Inflation Pressure
The maximum inflation pressure is the maximum permissible cold tire inflation pressure
for this tire. The maximum inflation pressure is molded into the sidewall.
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressure The manufacturer recommended cold tire inflation pressure as shown on the tire placard.
Tire Placard A label permanently attached to the vehicle describing the vehicle’s loading capacity, the
original equipment tire sizes and the recommended cold tire inflation pressures.
TermDefinition
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To determine the maximum loading conditions of
your vehicle, locate the statement “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo should never
exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on the Tire and Loading
Information placard. The combined weight of
occupants, cargo/luggage and trailer tongue
weight (if applicable) should never exceed the
weight referenced here.
Steps For Determining Correct Load
Limit—
(1) Locate the statement “The
combined weight of occupants and
cargo should never exceed XXX kg or
XXX lbs.” on your vehicle's placard.
(2) Determine the combined weight of
the driver and passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.
(3) Subtract the combined weight of the
driver and passengers from XXX kg or
XXX lbs.(4) The resulting figure equals the
available amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if “XXX”
amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb passengers in your
vehicle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400-750 (5x150) = 650 lbs.)
(5) Determine the combined weight of
luggage and cargo being loaded on the
vehicle. That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo and luggage
load capacity calculated in Step 4.
(6) If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,
load from your trailer will be transferred
to your vehicle. Consult this manual to
determine how this reduces the
available cargo and luggage load
capacity of your vehicle.
Metric Example For Load Limit

For example, if “XXX” amount equals 635 kg and
there will be five 68 kg passengers in your vehicle,
the amount of available cargo and luggage load
capacity is 295 kg (635-340 (5x68) = 295 kg) as
shown in step 4.
NOTE:

If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from
your trailer will be transferred to your vehicle.
The following table shows examples on how to
calculate total load, cargo/luggage, and
towing capacities of your vehicle with varying
seating configurations and number and size of
occupants. This table is for illustration
purposes only and may not be accurate for the
seating and load carry capacity of your vehicle.
For the following example, the combined
weight of occupants and cargo should never
exceed 865 lbs (392 kg).
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2.9L Engine
(*) Recommended tire size when tire chains are necessary
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Radial Ply Tires
Tire Repair
If your tire becomes damaged, it may be repaired
if it meets the following criteria:
The tire has not been driven on when flat.
The damage is only on the tread section of your
tire (sidewall damage is not repairable).
The puncture is no greater than a ¼ of an inch
(6 mm).
Consult an authorized tire dealer for tire repairs
and additional information.
Damaged Run Flat tires, or Run Flat tires that
have experienced a loss of pressure should be
replaced immediately with another Run Flat tire of identical size and service description (Load
Index and Speed Symbol). Replace the tire
pressure sensor as well as it is not designed to be
reused.
Run Flat Tires — If Equipped
Run Flat tires allow you the capability to drive
50 miles (80 km) at 50 mph (80 km/h) after a
rapid loss of inflation pressure. This rapid loss of
inflation is referred to as the Run Flat mode. A
Run Flat mode occurs when the tire inflation
pressure is of/or below 14 psi (96 kPa). Once a
Run Flat tire reaches the Run Flat mode it has
limited driving capabilities and needs to be
replaced immediately. A Run Flat tire is not
repairable. When a Run Flat tire is changed after
driving with underinflated tire condition, please
replace the TPM sensor as it is not designed to be
reused when driven under Run Flat mode 14 psi
(96 kPa) condition.

NOTE:
TPMS Sensor must be replaced after driving the
vehicle on a flat tire condition. It is not recommended driving a vehicle loaded at
full capacity or to tow a trailer while a tire is in the
Run Flat mode.
See the Tire Pressure Monitoring System section
for more information

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Tire Spinning
When stuck in mud, sand, snow, or ice conditions,
do not spin your vehicle's wheels above 30 mph
(48 km/h) or for longer than 30 seconds contin
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uously without stopping.
TiresWheel
Recommended Cold Tire Inflation
PressureHigh Speed Tire Inflation Pressure
FrontRearFrontRear
245/35 Z R19 (93Y) XL 19x8.5J 35 psi/240 kPa-42 psi/290 kPa -
265/35 R19 98V
*- -32 psi/220 kPa -42 psi/290 kPa
285/30 ZR19 (98Y) XL 19x10J -32 psi/220 kPa -42 psi/290 kPa
WARNING!
Combining radial ply tires with other types of
tires on your vehicle will cause your vehicle to
handle poorly. The instability could cause a
collision. Always use radial ply tires in sets of
four. Never combine them with other types of
tires.
WARNING!

Fast spinning tires can be dangerous. Forces
generated by excessive wheel speeds may
cause tire damage or failure. A tire could
explode and injure someone. Do not spin your
vehicle's wheels faster than 30 mph (48 km/h)
for more than 30 seconds continuously when
you are stuck, and do not let anyone near a
spinning wheel, no matter what the speed.

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WEIGHTS — 2.0L ENGINE
WEIGHTS — 2.9L ENGINE
Weights (lbs)AWDRWD
Unloaded weight (with all fluids, fuel tank filled to 90% and without
optional equipment) 3,622
3,523
Payload including the driver
1
1. If special equipment is fitted (trailer towing equipment, etc.) the empty weight will increase and consequently the payload will decrease in relation to the maximum permitted loads.
905 905
Maximum permitted loads
2
2. Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or on the load platform within the maximum permitted loads.
155 155
Front axle 2,2052,205
Rear axle 2,6462,646
Total 4,7234,612
Weights (lbs)2.9L Engine
Unloaded weight (with all fluids, fuel tank filled to 90% and without
optional equipment) 3,821
Payload including the driver
1
1. If special equipment is fitted (trailer towing equipment, etc.) the empty weight will increase and consequently the payload will decrease in relation to the maximum permitted loads.
905
Maximum permitted loads
2
2. Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or on the load platform within the maximum permitted loads.
155
Front axle 2,260
Rear axle 2,646
Total 4,774
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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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