suspension ALFA ROMEO GIULIA 2022 Owners Manual

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STARTING AND OPERATING
STARTING THE ENGINE ............................81
Starting Procedure................................. 81
Remote Starting System ....................... 81
Cold Weather Operation ........................ 82
Extended Park Starting.......................... 82
If Engine Fails To Start .......................... 82
After Starting — Warming Up The
Engine ..................................................... 83 Stopping The Engine.............................. 83
Turbocharger Cool Down ....................... 83
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER —
IF EQUIPPED ............................................83
ENGINE BREAK-IN
RECOMMENDATIONS ...............................84
Engine Break-In...................................... 84
ELECTRIC PARK BRAKE (EPB) .................84
Electric Park Brake (EPB) Operating
Modes ..................................................... 86 Safe Hold ................................................ 86
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION....................86
Display .................................................... 87
Gear Selector ......................................... 87
Transmission Operating Modes ............ 88
Automatic Transmission Limp Home
Mode....................................................... 90 Brake/Transmission Shift Interlock
(BTSI) System ......................................... 90 Important Notes ..................................... 90
ALFA DNA / PRO SELECTOR ....................91
Alfa DNA System .................................... 91
Driving Modes ........................................ 92
ALFA ACTIVE SUSPENSION (AAS) —
IF EQUIPPED............................................. 94
STOP/START SYSTEM.............................. 94
Operating Mode ..................................... 95
System Manual Activation/
Deactivation ........................................... 95 Possible Reasons The Engine Does
Not Autostop .......................................... 95 Engine Restarting Conditions ............... 95
Safety Functions .................................... 96
Irregular Operation ................................ 96
Vehicle Inactivity .................................... 96
SPEED LIMITER ........................................ 96
Description ............................................. 96
Activation ............................................... 96
Speed Limit Programming .................... 97
Exceeding The Programmed Speed ..... 97
Programmed Speed Icon Flashing ....... 97
Deactivation ........................................... 97
CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMS —
IF EQUIPPED............................................. 97
Cruise Control ........................................ 98
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) .............. 99
HIGHWAY ASSIST SYSTEM (HAS) —
IF EQUIPPED........................................... 106
To Activate/Deactivate........................ 106
Operation ............................................. 107
Indications On The Display ................. 107
System Status...................................... 108
Limited System Availability/
Operation ............................................. 109
TRAFFIC JAM ASSIST (TJA) SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED .......................................... 109
To Activate/Deactivate ....................... 109
Operation ............................................. 110
Indications On The Display ................. 110
System Status ..................................... 111
Limited System Availability/
Operation ............................................. 111
TRAFFIC SIGN RECOGNITION (TSR)
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED........................ 112
To Activate/Deactivate ....................... 112
Indications On The Display ................. 113
INTELLIGENT SPEED CONTROL (ISC)
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED........................ 113
To Activate/Deactivate ....................... 114
Indications On The Display ................. 114
Acceptance/Rejection Of The
Suggested Speed ................................ 114
PARKSENSE FRONT/REAR PARK
ASSIST SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED ........... 115
ParkSense Sensors............................. 115
ParkSense Display .............................. 116
Enabling And Disabling ParkSense .... 116
ParkSense Warning Display ............... 117
ParkSense System Usage
Precautions ......................................... 117
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING (LDW)
SYSTEM — IF EQUIPPED........................ 117
Lane Departure Warning Operation... 117
Turning Lane Departure Warning On
Or Off .................................................... 118 Lane Departure Warning Message .... 118
Changing Lane Departure Warning
Status................................................... 119
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ENGINE COMPARTMENT....................... 187
Checking Levels — 2.0L Engine .......... 187
Checking Levels — 2.9L Engine .........188
Engine Oil ............................................. 188
Engine Coolant ..................................... 190
Washer Fluid For Windshield/
Headlights ............................................ 190 Brake Fluid ...........................................190
Automatic Transmission Activation
System Oil ............................................ 190 Useful Advice For Extending The Life
Of Your Battery ..................................... 190 Battery ..................................................190
Pressure Washing ................................ 191
BATTERY RECHARGING......................... 191
Important Notes ...................................191
VEHICLE MAINTENANCE ....................... 192
Engine Oil ............................................. 192
Engine Oil Filter ....................................192
Engine Air Cleaner ............................... 192
Air Conditioning System
Maintenance ........................................192 Lubricating Moving Parts Of The
Bodywork ..............................................193 Windshield Wiper .................................193
Exhaust System ...................................194
Engine Cooling System ........................ 195
Braking System ....................................196
Automatic Transmission ......................196
Replacing The Battery ......................... 197
Fuses ................................................... 197
Bulb Replacement ............................... 202
TIRES ..................................................... 206
Tire Safety Information ....................... 206
Tires — General Information .............. 212
Spare Tires — If Equipped ................... 216
Wheel And Wheel Trim Care ............... 217
Tire Types ............................................. 217
Snow Traction Devices ........................ 218
Tire Rotation Recommendations........ 219
DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADES ........ 219
Treadwear ............................................ 219
Traction Grades ................................... 220
Temperature Grades ........................... 220
STORING THE VEHICLE ......................... 220
BODYWORK ............................................ 221
Protection Against Atmospheric
Agents .................................................. 221 Corrosion Warranty.............................. 221
Preserving The Bodywork.................... 222
INTERIORS.............................................. 222
Seats And Fabric Parts........................ 222
Leather Seats ...................................... 223
Plastic And Coated Parts .................... 223
Alcantara Parts — If Equipped ............ 223
Genuine Leather Surfaces —
If Equipped ........................................... 223 Carbon Fiber Parts .............................. 223
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER
(VIN) ........................................................ 224
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
Plate ..................................................... 224
ENGINE .................................................. 224
POWER SUPPLY ..................................... 225 TRANSMISSION ..................................... 225BRAKES.................................................. 226
SUSPENSION ......................................... 226
STEERING SYSTEM ............................... 226DIMENSIONS — 2.0L ENGINE ............... 227
DIMENSIONS — 2.9L Engine ................ 228
WEIGHTS — 2.0L ENGINE ..................... 229
WEIGHTS — 2.9L ENGINE ..................... 229
FUEL REQUIREMENTS .......................... 230
Reformulated Gasoline....................... 230
Gasoline/Oxygenate Blends ............... 230
CNG And LP Fuel System
Modifications ....................................... 230 Methylcyclopentadienyl Manganese
Tricarbonyl (MMT) In Gasoline ........... 230 Materials Added To Fuel ..................... 230
Fuel System Cautions ......................... 231
FLUID CAPACITIES ................................. 231
2.0L Engine ......................................... 231
2.9L V6 Engine .................................... 232
ENGINE FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ...... 233
2.0L Engine ......................................... 233
2.9L Engine ......................................... 233
CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS..... 234
2.0L Engine ......................................... 234
2.9L Engine ......................................... 234
PERFORMANCE — 2.0L ENGINE........... 235 PERFORMANCE — 2.9L ENGINE........... 235
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Electric Park Brake Failure

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Low Coolant Level

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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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Temporary All Wheel Drive Failure

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Amber Symbols
ABS Activation
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Adaptive Front Lighting System Failure

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Soft Suspension Calibration Insertion

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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

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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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Green Symbols
Headlights

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Amber Symbols
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Low Coolant Level — If Equipped
This telltale will illuminate to indicate
that the vehicle coolant level is low.
Service Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)
System
This light will illuminate when the ACC is
not operating and needs service.
Contact an authorized dealer to have
the system checked.
Wear On Brake Pads
This light will illuminate when the brake
pads have reached their wear limit.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.

NOTE:
Always use genuine parts or similar because the
Integrated Brake System (IBS) system could
detect anomalies.
Dynamic Drive Control System Failure
The telltale will illuminate to signal a
failure in the dynamic drive control
system.
Windshield Wiper Failure
Signals a windshield wiper failure.
Contact an authorized dealer.
Generic Indication
Signals information and failures.
The accompanying messages describe
the failure.
All Wheel Drive Failure
This telltale will illuminate along with an
accompanying message when the AWD
dynamic control system is temporarily
deactivated to prevent damage. The
traction system will work in RWD mode in this
instance.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible
to have the failure eliminated.
Temporary All Wheel Drive Failure —
If Equipped
This telltale will illuminate to indicate
that the AWD dynamic control system is
temporarily deactivated to prevent
damage. The traction system will work
in RWD mode in this instance.
In the event that this telltale illuminates, reduce
the load to allow the system to cool down. The
AWD system will resume normal operation when
the symbol disappears from the display.
ABS Activation
This telltale will illuminate to indicate
that the ABS system has activated.
Adaptive Front Lighting System Failure
The telltale will illuminate to indicate the
automatic directional light system
failure.
Go to an authorized dealer to have the system
checked.
Soft Suspension Calibration Insertion —
If Equipped
The telltale will illuminate when the
most comfortable suspension setting is
activated.
Shock Absorbers Failure
While driving, if the telltale illuminates,
it signals a failure in the suspension
system.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the system
checked.
Windshield Washer Liquid Level
The telltale will illuminate to indicate
that the level of the windshield and
headlight washing fluid (if any) is low.
Always use liquid with the features indicated in
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WEAR ON Carbon Ceramic Material
(CCM) Brake Discs — If Equipped
This light will illuminate when the
carbon ceramic material brake discs
have reached their wear limit.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
WARNING!
If a failure is present with sharp braking, the
rear wheels may lock and the vehicle may
swerve.
WARNING!
It is recommended to use only OEM brake
pads to ensure the original performance of the
braking system.
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d = Dynamic (sports driving mode).
n = Natural (mode for driving in normal
conditions).
a = Advanced Efficiency (ECO driving mode for
maximum fuel savings).
RACE = track race driving mode (if equipped).
 = Adjusts the calibration of the active
suspension (Quadrifoglio only).
When the engine is stopped, the selector returns
to “n” (Natural) mode.
The symbol of the active mode lights up in red on
the selector.
On the instrument panel display, the different
modes are characterized by different colors:
Natural - Blue
Dynamic - Red
Advanced Efficiency - Green
Mode Display
Each driving mode is graphically different on
color line and contents of each individual
“performance” screen.
DRIVING MODES
“Dynamic” Mode
Activation
It is activated by rotating the selector to the letter
“d”; the displays light up in red.
Dynamic Mode
ESC and ASR systems: intervention thresholds
that ensure more enjoyable, sportier driving while
guaranteeing the stability of the vehicle.
“Electronic Q2” system: the system is calibrated
to increase traction while accelerating on turns,
improving the agility of the vehicle.
Engine and transmission: adoption of sports
mapping. Dynamic Mode Performance Display
The “Performance” screen displays parameters
related to vehicle stability, the graphs illustrate
the trend of the longitudinal/lateral accelerations
(G-meter information), considering gravity
acceleration as a reference unit.
Lateral acceleration peaks are displayed on the
right.
“Natural” Mode
“Natural” Mode is the default mode when the
vehicle is started up.
Activation
It is activated by rotating the selector to the letter
“n”; the displays light up in blue.
WARNING!
In “Dynamic”, the sensitivity of the accelerator
pedal increases considerably. Consequently,
driving is less fluid and comfortable. The driver
must ensure full control of the vehicle at all
times to avoid a collision.
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“RACE” Mode (Quadrifoglio Only)
Activation
It is activated by rotating the selector to position
“RACE”; the displays light up in yellow.RACE Mode
Engine and transmission: adoption of sports
mapping.
The “Performance” screen displays parameters
related to vehicle stability, the graphs illustrate
the trend of the longitudinal/lateral accelerations
(G-meter information), considering gravity
acceleration as a reference unit.
The screen displays the lateral and longitudinal
acceleration peaks. RACE Mode Performance Display

NOTE:
If the brake system overheats, this is communi
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cated by the Information and Entertainment
system. In this case, allow the system to cool for
a few minutes by driving the vehicle normally
without operating the brakes.
Deactivation
To deactivate the RACE mode, rotate the selector
to the RACE position again and the system will be
set to “d” Dynamic mode.
ALFA ACTIVE SUSPENSION
(AAS) — IF EQUIPPED
The system continuously monitors the damping
of the suspension through the actuator installed
on each shock absorber. The calibration of the
shock absorbers can be adjusted to the
conditions of the road surface and to the dynamic
conditions of the vehicle, improving its comfort
and road handling. The driver can choose, while driving (only in “d” or
“RACE” mode), between two types of suspension
calibration: a more sportier or a more
comfortable type.
By pushing the button, the system prepares the
shock absorber calibration in order to favor
driving comfort.
“Alfa DNA” System Selector
In case of a system failure, the symbol and a
dedicated message will be shown on the
instrument cluster display.
STOP/START SYSTEM
The Stop/Start system automatically shuts off
the engine during a vehicle stop if the required
conditions are met. Releasing the brake pedal or
accelerator pedal will automatically restart the
engine.
The function was developed to increase vehicle
efficiency by reducing fuel consumption, gas
emissions, and sound pollution.
WARNING!
Only activate this mode at the track.
In “RACE”, the sensitivity of the accelerator
pedal increases considerably. Consequently,
driving is less fluid and comfortable. The
driver must ensure full control of the vehicle
at all times to avoid a collision.
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Suspension Conditions
The following operations will suspend the HAS
system:
Steer manually
Press the brake pedal
Disable the ACC device
Activate the turn signals
Push the ACC activation setting button for two
seconds to activate Cruise Control
Place the gear selector in PARK, REVERSE, or
NEUTRAL
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Automatic Deactivation
The system can be deactivated in any of the
following situations:
If there are narrow bends
When hands are removed from the steering
wheel
If the left or right turn signal is activated
If the driver intentionally changes lanes
without using the turn signal
If the driver’s seat belt is released
If the gear selector is placed in DRIVE
If the “Active Braking” function is activated
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If the vehicle exits the highway
If the lane markings are not detected by the
camera
If the ACC device is deactivated
If the vehicle speed exceeds 90 mph
(145 km/h)

NOTE:

When the HAS system is turned off, the symbol
on the display turns red and then grey.
Hands on the steering wheel are detected by a
capacitive sensor installed in it.
When the automatic suspension conditions are
over, HAS will be automatically reactivated.
OPERATION
The HAS system only operates when the driver’s
hands are on the steering wheel.
If the system detects that the driver’s hands have
been removed from the steering wheel, the
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If the vehicle crosses the lane boundary, the
steering wheel will vibrate and the dedicated
screen will appear in the instrument cluster
display.

NOTE:
The HAS system may take up to five seconds to
turn on once all conditions are met. During this
time, a grey indicator light will appear on the
instrument cluster display and the system will
automatically activate as soon as all of the condi -
tions are met with no intervention from the driver.
The following conditions must be met before the
HAS system turns on:
The HAS system must be enabled by pushing
the button on the steering wheel
The vehicle must be on a highway
ACC must be activated
The right and left lane boundaries must be
visible
The vehicle speed must be between 0 and
90 mph (0 and 145 km/h)
The camera, radar, and radio system must be
functioning properly
The road lane width must be between 8.5 ft
and 13.7 ft (2.6 m and 4.2 m)
The turn signals must not be activated
The HAS system must be functioning properly
Other operating limits:
If the speed of ACC can be set to a higher value
(top speed 110 mph (180 km/h), HAS is only
available as long as the vehicle speed is equal
to or less than 90 mph (145 km/h).
When the ACC speed is reduced and the
vehicle speed is less than 90 mph (145 km/h),
the system will automatically reactivate.
If the ACC speed is set to 90 mph (145 km/h),
traveling downhill may increase the vehicle
speed. The HAS system will deactivate until the
speed returns to 90 mph (145 km/h).
INDICATIONS ON THE DISPLAY
The HAS system status can always be viewed in
the instrument cluster display.
The system status is indicated by the color of the
symbol on the display.
The HAS system uses sensors in the steering
wheel to detect if the driver’s hands are on it.
If the driver’s hands are not on the steering
wheel, a series of warnings will appear in the
instrument cluster display to alert the driver to
reposition their hands on the steering wheel. An
acoustic signal will also sound. After a period of
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Suspension Conditions
The following operations will suspend the TJA
system:
Pressing the brake pedal
Opening the driver’s door
Disabling ACC
If the vehicle speed exceeds 37 mph
(60 km/h)
Releasing the driver’s seat belt
Placing the gear selector in PARK, REVERSE, or
NEUTRAL
If the Forward Collision Warning system or
“Active Braking” intervenes
Automatic Deactivation
System operation will be temporarily disabled
under the following conditions:
When traveling around narrow bends
If the lane boundaries are not detected
One of the two lines is interrupted
The sun is low and reflects on the radar
camera
If the turn signals are activated
If the driver intentionally changes lanes
without using the turn signal
If manual steering begins
If the driver’s hands are removed from the
steering wheel
When there is no surrounding traffic and there
are no horizontal lane boundaries
If the system is not functioning properly
If lateral acceleration is high

NOTE:

When TJA is turned off, the symbol in the
instrument cluster display will turn red, and
then grey.
A sensor in the steering wheel detects whether
the driver’s hands are placed on the steering
wheel.
When the automatic suspension conditions are
over, the TJA system will be automatically
reactivated.
OPERATION
The TJA system can only operate when the
driver’s hands are on the steering wheel.
If the system detects that the driver’s hands have
been removed from the steering wheel, a
message will appear in the instrument cluster
display to alert the driver to place their hands
back on the wheel.

NOTE:

If the vehicle begins to cross the lane
boundary, the steering wheel will vibrate and a
dedicated screen will appear in the instrument
cluster display.
The TJA system may take up to five seconds to
become active once all conditions are met.
The following conditions must be met in order to
activate the system:
The TJA system must be enabled
The Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system must
be turned on
The right and left lane boundaries must be
recognized by the system
The vehicle must be traveling at a speed
between 0 and 37 mph (0 and 60 km/h)
The camera, radar, and radio system must be
functioning properly
The road lane width must be between 8.5 ft
and 13.7 ft (2.6 m and 4.2 m)
The turn signals must be turned off
The TJA system must be functioning properly
If the ACC speed is set to 37 mph (60 km/h) or
less, traveling downhill may increase the
vehicle speed. The system will remain inactive
until the speed returns to 37 mph (60 km/h)
or less.
INDICATIONS ON THE DISPLAY
The TJA system status is indicated by the color of
the symbol in the instrument cluster display.
The system uses sensors in the steering wheel to
detect if the driver’s hands are present. If the
driver’s hands are removed, a series of warnings
will appear in the instrument cluster display to
alert the driver to reposition their hands on the
steering wheel. Acoustic signals will also be
emitted.
If the driver’s hands are not returned to the
steering wheel after a period of time, the system
will be disabled.
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PARKSENSE WARNING DISPLAY
Parking sensor faults, if any, will be indicated
when REVERSE is engaged by a message on the
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In case of system failure, a dedicated message
appears on the instrument cluster for about five
seconds.
Cleaning The Front Or Rear Sensors : If the
display shows a message requiring the
sensors to be cleaned, make sure that the
outer surface and the underside of the front
and rear fascias/bumpers are free of debris
(e.g. snow, mud, ice, etc.). Once these areas
are clear, place the ignition in the OFF position,
then return it to ON/RUN. If the message is still
displayed, contact an authorized dealer.
Audio System Not Available : If the display
shows a message that the audio system is not
available, it means that the acoustic signal will
be emitted by the instrument panel, and not
through the vehicle’s speakers.
PARKSENSE SYSTEM USAGE
P
RECAUTIONS

NOTE:
Some conditions may influence the performance
of the ParkSense system:
Reduced sensor sensitivity could be due to the
presence of ice, snow, mud, or thick paint on
the surface of the sensor.
The sensors may detect a false obstacle (echo
interference) due to mechanical interference,
for example when washing the vehicle or in
extreme weather.
The signals sent by the sensors can be altered
by the presence of ultrasonic systems (e.g.
pneumatic brake systems of trucks or
pneumatic drills) near the vehicle.
System performance can be influenced by the
position of the sensors. For example, due to a
change in the ride setting (caused by wear to
the shock absorbers or suspension), by
changing tires, overloading the vehicle or
operations that require the vehicle to be
lowered.
Be sure not to place bumper stickers or other
adhesives over the sensors as this will affect
system performance.
LANE DEPARTURE
WARNING (LDW) SYSTEM —
IF EQUIPPED
LANE DEPARTURE WARNING OPERATION
The Lane Departure Warning system uses a
forward looking camera located on the
windshield to detect lane markings and measure
vehicle position within the lane boundaries.
When one or both lane limits are detected and
the vehicle passes over one without an activated
turn signal, the system emits a visual as well as
an audible signal.
If the vehicle continues to go beyond the line of
the lane without any intervention from the driver,
the surpassed line will light up on the display (left
or right) to urge the driver to bring the vehicle
back into the limits of the lane.
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 to not
cover the camera operating range.
Do not cover the operating range of the
camera with stickers or other objects.
Do not tamper with nor 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.
The camera may have limited or absent
operation due to weather conditions such as:
heavy rain, hail, thick fog, heavy snow, or
formation of ice layers on the windshield.
Camera operation may also be compromised
by the presence of dust, condensation, dirt
or ice on the windshield, by 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 curvature), by road surface
conditions and by 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.
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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
manufacture, 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.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
The GVWR is the total permissible weight of your
vehicle including driver, passengers, vehicle,
options and cargo. The label also specifies
maximum capacities of front and rear axle
systems (GAWR). Total load must be limited so
GVWR and front and rear GAWR are not
exceeded.
Payload
The payload of a vehicle is defined as the
allowable load weight a truck can carry, including
the weight of the driver, all passengers, options
and cargo.
Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
The GAWR is the maximum permissible load on
the front and rear axles. The load must be
distributed in the cargo area so that the GAWR of
each axle is not exceeded.Each axle GAWR is determined by the
components in the system with the lowest load
carrying capacity (axle, springs, tires or wheels).
Heavier axles or suspension components
sometimes specified by purchasers for increased
durability do not necessarily increase the
vehicle's GVWR.
Tire Size
The tire size on the Vehicle Certification Label
represents the actual tire size on your vehicle.
Replacement tires must be equal to the load
capacity of this tire size.
Rim Size
This is the rim size that is appropriate for the tire
size listed.
Inflation Pressure
This is the cold tire inflation pressure for your
vehicle for all loading conditions up to full GAWR.
Curb Weight
The curb weight of a vehicle is defined as the total
weight of the vehicle with all fluids, including
vehicle fuel, at full capacity conditions, and with
no occupants or cargo loaded into the vehicle.
The front and rear curb weight values are
determined by weighing your vehicle on a
commercial scale before any occupants or cargo
are added.
Loading
The actual total weight and the weight of the front
and rear of your vehicle at the ground can best be
determined by weighing it when it is loaded and
ready for operation.
The entire vehicle should first be weighed on a
commercial scale to ensure that the GVWR has
not been exceeded. The weight on the front and
rear of the vehicle should then be determined
separately to be sure that the load is properly
distributed over the front and rear axle. Weighing
the vehicle may show that the GAWR of either the
front or rear axles has been exceeded but the
total load is within the specified GVWR. If so,
weight must be shifted from front to rear or rear
to front as appropriate until the specified weight
limitations are met. Store the heavier items down
low and be sure that the weight is distributed
equally. Stow all loose items securely before
driving.
Improper weight distributions can have an
adverse effect on the way your vehicle steers and
handles and the way the brakes operate.
TRAILER TOWING
Trailer towing is not recommended for this
vehicle.
CAUTION!
Do not load your vehicle any heavier than the
GVWR or the maximum front and rear GAWR. If
you do, parts on your vehicle can break, or it
can change the way your vehicle handles. This
could cause you to lose control. Also
overloading can shorten the life of your
vehicle.
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