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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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Rain Sensors
Rotating the switch to the Low Sensitivity Rain
Sensing position (4), activates the first, less
sensitive level of the Rain Sensing function.
Rotating the switch to the High Sensitivity Rain
Sensing position (3), activates the second, more
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Windshield Washer
To use the washer, pull the windshield wiper lever
toward the steering wheel and hold.
Both the windshield washer jet and the
windshield wiper will be activated. The wipers and
washers will continue to operate until you let go of
the lever.
The windshield wiper stops working three strokes
after the lever is released, followed by a final
stroke six seconds later to complete the cycle.
Mist
Push the lever upward to the MIST position and
release for a single wiping cycle.

NOTE:
The Mist feature does not activate the washer
pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed
on the windshield. The wash function must be
used in order to spray the windshield with washer
fluid.
For information on wiper care and replacement,
see

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RAIN SENSING WIPERS
This feature senses rain or snowfall on the
windshield and automatically activates the
wipers. The Rain Sensor is located behind the
interior rearview mirror.
Rain Sensor Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to one of
four settings to activate this feature.
The sensor has an adjustment range that varies
progressively from wiper still (no stroke) when the
windshield is dry, to wiper at continuous speed
(fast operation) with intense rain.
Activation
Rotating the wiper switch to the Low Sensitivity
Rain Sensing position (4) or High Sensitivity Rain
Sensing position (3) activates the rain sensor.
The activation of the rain sensor system is done
by tapping the wiper stalk upwards while the
switch is in the Low Sensitivity Rain Sensing
position (4) or High Sensitivity Rain Sensing
position (3).
The variation in sensitivity during rain sensor
operation is also signaled by a stroke of the wiper.
If the windshield washer is used with the rain
sensor activated, the normal washing cycle is
performed, and then the rain sensor resumes its
normal automatic operation.

NOTE:

Keep the glass in the sensor area clean.
With the windshield wiper lever in the Low
Sensitivity Rain Sensing position (4) or High
Sensitivity Rain Sensing position (3), wiping
operates automatically and is disabled when
the outside temperature is below 32°F (0°C).
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the wind
-
shield could lead to a collision. You might not
see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid
sudden icing of the windshield during freezing
weather, warm the windshield with the
defroster before and during windshield washer
use.
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Deactivation
To turn off the Rain Sensing Wipers, use the wiper
switch or place the ignition in the OFF position.
In the event of malfunction of the rain sensor
while it is active, the windshield wiper operates
intermittently at a speed consistent with the
sensitivity setting of the rain sensor, whether or
not there is rain on the glass for as long as the
sensor failure is indicated on the display.
The sensor continues to operate and it is possible
to set the windshield wiper to continuous mode
(1 or 2). The failure indication remains on for as
long as the sensor is active.
The rain sensor is able to recognize and automat-
ically adjust itself in the presence of the following
conditions:
Presence of dirt on the controlled surface (salt,
dirt, etc.).
Presence of streaks of water caused by the
worn window wiper blades.
Difference between day and night.
HEADLIGHT WASHERS — IF EQUIPPED
The windshield wiper lever operates the headlight
washers when the ignition is in the ON position
and the headlights are turned on. To use the
headlight washers, pull the lever toward you and
release it. The headlight washers will spray a
timed high-pressure spray of washer fluid onto
each headlight lens. In addition, the windshield
washers will spray the windshield and the
windshield wipers will cycle.

NOTE:
The headlight washers work on every tenth wash
cycle request.
CLIMATE CONTROL
The Climate Control system allows you to regulate
the temperature, air flow, and direction of air
circulating throughout the vehicle. The controls
are located on the touchscreen and on the
instrument panel below the radio.
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To access and change the setting, turn and push
the Rotary Pad or press the desired setting on the
touchscreen.
Clock & Date
The following settings can be modified under the
“Clock & Date” menu:
Sync With GPS Time (if equipped): activates or
deactivates the clock synchronization through
the GPS. If the function is deactivated, the
options Set Time and Set Date are enabled
Set Time: set the time manually
Time Format: set the time format to either a
12-hour or a 24-hour clock
Set Date: set the date manually
Restore Clock & Date Settings: restores the
factory settings
To access and change the setting, turn and push
the Rotary Pad or press the desired setting on the
touchscreen.
Cluster
The following settings can be modified when this
mode is selected:
Warning Buzzer Volume: set the volume of the
warning buzzer on seven levels
Trip B: activate or deactivate the Trip function
Show Phone Info: activate/deactivate
repetition of the phone function screens also
on the instrument panel display
Show Audio Info: activate/deactivate
repetition of the audio function screens (Radio
and Media) also on the instrument panel
display
Show Nav Info (if equipped): activate/
deactivate repetition of the navigator function
screens also on the instrument panel display
Digital speed on all screens: activate/deacti -
vating of digital speed on the instrument panel
display screens other than the main screen
Consumption Bar: activate/deactivate the
consumption baron the display screens of the
instrument panel where it is available
Performance pages: choose, for each driving
mode, one of the two alternative contents
displayed in the screen
Custom areas: select which content to display
in each of the three customizable areas on the
display of the instrument panel: time, date,
outside temperature, radio information,
compass
Restore Cluster Settings: deletes the current
settings and restores the factory settings
To access and change the setting, turn and push
the Rotary Pad or press the desired setting on the
touchscreen.
WARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES ON THE
INSTRUMENT PANEL
The following pages consist of warning lights and
messages.

NOTE:

The warning light turns on together with a
dedicated message and/or chime when
applicable. These indications are precau -
tionary and as such must not be considered as
exhaustive and/or alternative to the information contained in the Owner’s Manual,
which you are advised to read carefully in all
cases. Always refer to the information in this
section in the event of a failure indication.
The failure indicators appearing on the display
are divided into two categories: very serious
and less serious faults. Serious faults are
indicated by a repeated and prolonged
warning "cycle.” Less serious faults are
indicated by a warning "cycle" with a shorter
duration. You can stop the warning cycle in
both cases by pushing the button located on
the windshield wiper stalk. The instrument
panel warning light will stay on until the cause
of the failure is eliminated.
RED WARNING LIGHTS
Air Bag Warning Light
This warning light will illuminate to
indicate a fault with the air bag, and will
turn on for four to eight seconds as a
bulb check when the ignition is placed
in the ON/RUN or ACC/ON/RUN position. This
light will illuminate with a single chime when a
fault with the air bag has been detected, it will
stay on until the fault is cleared. If the light is
either not on during startup, stays on, or turns on
while driving, have the system inspected at an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Brake Warning Light
This warning light monitors various
brake functions, including brake fluid
level and parking brake application. If
the brake light turns on it may indicate
that the parking brake is applied, that the brake
fluid level is low, or that there is a problem with
the Anti-Lock Brake System reservoir.
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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
the “Fluids And Lubricants”

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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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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE
Correct servicing permits the performance of the
vehicle to be maintained over time, as well as
limited running costs and safeguarding the
efficiency of the safety systems.
This chapter explains how.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct servicing is crucial for guaranteeing a
long life for the vehicle under the best conditions.
For this reason, Alfa Romeo has planned a series
of checks and services for your vehicle at fixed
intervals based on distance and time, as
described in the Scheduled Servicing Plan.
Before each service, it is always necessary to
carefully follow the instructions in the Scheduled
Servicing Plan (e.g. periodically check level of
fluids, tire pressure, etc.).
Scheduled Servicing is offered by an authorized
dealer according to a set time schedule. If, during
each operation, in addition to the ones
scheduled, the need arises for further
replacements or repairs, these may be carried
out with the owner’s explicit consent only.

NOTE:
Scheduled Servicing intervals are required by the
manufacturer. Failure to have them carried out
may invalidate the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
You are advised to inform an authorized dealer of
any small operating irregularities without waiting
for the next service.
PERIODIC CHECKS
Every month or every 600 miles (1,000 km) or
before long trips check and, if necessary, top off:
Engine coolant level.
Brake fluid level (if insufficient, see an
authorized dealer as soon as possible).
Windshield washer fluid level.
Tire inflation pressure and condition.
Operation of lighting system (headlights,
direction indicators, hazard warning lights,
etc.).
Operation of windshield washing/wiping
system and positioning/wear of wiper blades.
Inspect the CV/Universal joints.
Oil consumption of the engine depends on
conditions and driving style. For this reason, the
engine oil level must be checked every
1,860 miles (3,000 km), and top off if necessary

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HEAVY USAGE OF THE VEHICLE
If the vehicle is used under one of the following
conditions:
Dusty roads.
Short, repeated journeys less than 4 miles
(7 km) at sub-zero outside temperatures.
Engine often idling or driving long distances at
low speeds or long periods of inactivity.
In the event of a long period of inactivity. The following checks must be carried out more
often than indicated in the Scheduled Servicing
Plan:
Check cleanliness of hood and trunk locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage.
Visually inspect conditions of: engine,
transmission, pipes and hoses (exhaust/fuel
system/brakes) and rubber elements
(sleeves/bushes, etc.).
Check battery charge and battery fluid level
(electrolyte).
Visually inspect conditions of the accessory
drive belts.
Check and, if necessary, change engine oil and
replace oil filter.
Check and, if necessary, replace cabin air
filter.
Check and, if necessary, replace engine air
cleaner.
Severe Duty All Models
Vehicles that are operated in a dusty and off-road
environment, or predominately at idle or very low
engine RPM are known as Severe Duty vehicles.
It is recommended that you change engine oil at
4,000 miles (6,500 km) or 350 hours of engine
run time.
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MAINTENANCE PLAN — 2.0L ENGINE
Thousands of miles102030405060708090100110120130140150
Years123456789101112131415
Thousands of kilometers163248648096112128144160176192208224240
SOS back up battery replacement (if equipped).1●●●
Check battery charge status with the proper instrument.
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if
necessary. Check the tire repair kit recharge condition and
expiration date.
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, trunk lid, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel
warning lights, etc.).
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels.
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check engine control system operation (via diagnostic tool)
and, if equipped, engine oil degradation.
2●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions of: exterior bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel system, brakes),
rubber elements (sleeves, bushes, etc.).
●●●●●●●
Check position/wear of front windshield wiper blade.●●●●●●●●
Check operation of the windshield wiper/washer system
and adjust nozzles, if necessary.
●●●●●●●●
Check cleanliness of hood and luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage.
●●●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions and wear of front/rear disc brake
pads and operation of pad wear indicators.●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect the condition and tensioning of the
accessory drive belt(s).
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MAINTENANCE PLAN — 2.9L ENGINE
Thousands of miles102030405060708090100110120130140150
Years123456789101112131415
Thousands of kilometers163248648096112128144160176192208224240
SOS back up battery replacement (if equipped).1●●●
Check battery charge status with the proper instrument.
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check tire condition/wear and adjust pressure, if necessary.
Check the tire repair kit recharge condition and expiration
date.
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check operation of lighting system (headlights, direction
indicators, hazard warning lights, trunk lid, passenger
compartment, glove compartment, instrument panel
warning lights, etc.).
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check and, if necessary, top up fluid levels.
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Check engine control system operation (via diagnostic tool).
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions of: exterior bodywork, underbody
protection, pipes and hoses (exhaust, fuel system, brakes),
rubber elements (sleeves, bushes, etc.).
●●●●●●●
Check position/wear of front windshield wiper blade.●●●●●●●●
Check operation of the windshield wiper/washer system and
adjust nozzles, if necessary.
●●●●●●●●
Check cleanliness of hood and luggage compartment locks,
cleanliness and lubrication of linkage.
●●●●●●●
Visually inspect conditions and wear of front/rear disc brake
pads and operation of pad wear indicators.●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Visually inspect the brake discs surface and edge.
●●●●●●●●●●●●●●●
Brake pads/brake discs replacement.
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Function Deactivation
The function is deactivated if:
More than two minutes passes before placing
the ignition in the STOP position after having
raised the lever and putting the wipers into
service position.
The ignition is placed in the ACC position and
the windshield wiper control is used.
If, after using the function, the ignition is set back
to ACC with the blades in a position other than
rest position (at the base of the windshield), they
will only return to rest position following a
command given using the stalk (stalk upwards,
into unstable position) or when a speed of 3 mph
(5 km/h) is exceeded.
Replacing The Windshield Wiper Blades
Proceed as follows:
1. Raise the wiper arm, press tab of the attach -
ment spring and remove the blade from the
arm.
Wiper Release Tab 2. Fit the new blade, inserting the tab in the
dedicated housing in the arm and checking
that it is locked.
3. Lower the wiper arm onto the windshield.

NOTE:
Do not operate the windshield wiper with the
blades lifted from the windshield.
Windshield Washer
The window washer nozzles are fixed. If there is
no jet of fluid, first check that there is fluid in the
reservoir.
Windshield Washers
Then, check that the nozzle holes are not
clogged; use a needle to unblock them if
necessary.
EXHAUST SYSTEM
Adequate maintenance of the engine exhaust
system represents the best protection against
leaks of carbon monoxide into the passenger
compartment. If an unusual noise from the exhaust or the
presence of smoke in the passenger
compartment is identified, or if the underbody or
rear section of the vehicle have been damaged,
have the entire exhaust system and adjoining
bodywork areas checked at an authorized dealer
to identify any components which are broken,
damaged, worn or have moved from their correct
fitting position.
Open welding or loose connections may permit
exhaust gas to enter the passenger
compartment.
Have the exhaust system checked every time the
vehicle is raised. Replace the components where
necessary (for these operations, contact an
authorized dealer).
In normal operating conditions, the catalytic
converter does not require maintenance. To
ensure that it operates correctly, however, and
prevent it from getting damaged, it is extremely
important that the engine operates perfectly.
To minimize the risk of damaging the catalytic
converter, proceed as follows:
Do not stop the engine or deactivate the
ignition with gear engaged and vehicle in
motion.
Do not attempt to start the engine by bump
starting.
Do not persist in using the vehicle if idling is
very irregular or the operating conditions are
very notably irregular.
1 — Washer Nozzles
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CHASSIS FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS
2.0L ENGINE
UseFeaturesSpecificationApplications
Lubricants and greasesZF 8HP 50 - Synthetic ATF
–Automatic transmission
SAE 75W-85 Synthetic lubricant FPW9.55550-DA9Differential and reduction units
RDU 195; RDU 230-LSD; RDU
210-eLSD; RDU 210/215-LSD
SAE 75W-80 APL GL-5 Synthetic lubricant FPW9.55550-DA10
AWD System FAD transfer case
SAE 75W Synthetic lubricant FPW9.55550-DA11AWD System TRANSFER CASE
Brake fluid DOT 4MS.90039Hydraulic brakes
Engine coolant CUNA NC 956-16
ASTMD3306 MS.90032Use rate 50% Not mixable with
different formulation products
1 1.
For particularly harsh climate conditions, a mixture of 60 % product and 40 % distilled water is recommended.
2.9L E NGINE
Windshield washer fluidCUNA NC 956-11MS.90043To be used diluted or undiluted in
windshield washer/wiper systems
HVAC R1234yf––
UseFeaturesSpecificationApplications
Lubricants and greases ZF 8HP 50 - Synthetic ATF
–Automatic transmission
SAE 75W-85 API GL-5 Synthetic lubricant FPW9.55550-DA8Differential and reduction units
RDU 230-TV / 2.9 V6 engine
Brake fluid DOT 4MS.90039Hydraulic brakes
Engine coolant CUNA NC 956-16
ASTMD3306 MS.90032Use rate 50% Not mixable with
different formulation products
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