servicing Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio 2017 Owner's Manual

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REFUELING
Do not use fuel containing methanol or ethanol E85. Using these mixtures may cause misfiring and driving issues, as well as damage vital
components of the supply system.For further details on the use of the correct fuel, see the "Fuel Requirements" paragraph in the "Technical Specifications" chapter.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Make sure that the electric park brake is engaged and that the transmission is in PARK (P) or NEUTRAL (N). Next, press the brake pedal, and
then push the engine START/STOP button.
PARKING ON FLAMMABLE MATERIAL
The catalytic converter develops high temperatures during operation. Do not park the car on grass, dry leaves, pine needles or other flammable
material: fire hazard.
RESPECTING THE ENVIRONMENT
The vehicle is fitted with a system that carries out a continuous diagnosis of the emission-related components in order to help protect the
environment.
ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES
If you decide to add electrical accessories after purchasing the vehicle, (with the risk of gradually draining the battery), contact your authorized
dealer. They can calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the vehicle's electric system can support the required load.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correctly performed maintenance procedures are essential for ensuring that your vehicle continuously maintains its quality in performance and
safety features, environmental friendliness, and low running costs.

GRAPHICAL TABLE OF CONTENTS
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL
SAFETY
STARTING AND OPERATING IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE INDEX

Closing
Grip one of the handles and lower the
trunk lid until it clicks.
Note:
It will not be possible to open the
trunk lid with a key or by pushing the
button in the passenger compartment
when the battery is disconnected. So,
always position the manual trunk lid
opening strap on the trunk lid lock
before disconnecting the battery. Refer
to “Storing The Vehicle” in “Servicing
And Maintenance” for the procedure.
Trunk Initialization
Note:
If the battery is disconnected or the
protection fuse blows, the trunk lid
opening/closing mechanism must be
re-initialized as follows:
1. Close all the doors and the trunk lid.
2. Push the lock button on the remote
control.
3. Push the unlock button on the
remote control.
Luggage Compartment
Specifications
Access To The Tire Repair Kit
To access the Tire Repair Kit, lift the
carpet in the luggage compartment.
For its use, refer to ”Tire Repair Kit” in
“In Case Of Emergency” for further
information. Rear Cargo Tie–Downs — If
Equipped
There are four hooks inside the luggage
compartment for attaching the cargo
net or cables which can secure the
cargo be carried.
Note:
Do not apply a load greater than 22 lbs
(10 kg) on a single hook.
Cargo Net — If Equipped
This is useful for correctly arranging the
cargo and/or for transporting light
materials.
The cargo net is available from an
authorized dealer.
GUID-04206S0003EMTrunk Lid Internal Handles
GUID-04206S0004EMCargo Area
GUID-04206S0005EMRear Cargo Tie-Downs
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR VEHICLE

SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL (ETC) WARNING
LIGHTS
This telltale, along with the related message, signals a
failure in the electronic throttle control system (ETC).Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
If a failure is detected, the telltale illuminates while the
engine is running.Place the ignition in the off position and the shift
selector in the park position: the telltale should switch
off. If the telltale stays on with engine running the vehicle
can still be driven.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the failure eliminated.
If the telltale flashes with the engine running, immediate
intervention is required. A loss of performance,
irregular/high idling speed or engine stopping might take
place and the vehicle may need to be towed.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the failure eliminated.
LOW ENGINE OIL LEVEL
This telltale appears on the panel when the engine oil
level falls below the minimum recommended value.
The level must also be checked using the dipstick in the
engine compartment (see chapter "Servicing and
Maintenance.")Contact an authorized dealer to have the system
checked.
ALFA STEERING TORQUE (AST) FAILURE
The illumination of the telltale signals a failure in the
automatic steering correction system.
Contact an authorized dealer to have the system
checked.
ALTERNATOR FAILURE
The illumination of the telltale with engine on
corresponds to an alternator failure.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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Warning!
If a failure is present with sharp braking, the rear wheels may lock and the vehicle may swerve.
SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
LOW COOLANT LEVEL — IF EQUIPPED
This telltale will illuminate to indicate that the vehicle
coolant level is low.Top up, as described in "Servicing And Maintenance.”
SERVICE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM
This light will illuminate when the Adaptive Cruise
Control (ACC) is not operating and needs serviceContact 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.
WEAR ON CCB BRAKE DISCS — IF EQUIPPED
This light will illuminate when the carbon ceramic brake
discs have reached their wear limit.
Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Warning!
It is recommended to use only original or equivalent, bench-tested spare pads in order to ensure the original performance of the braking
system.
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SymbolWhat It Means What To Do
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.
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE FAILURE
This telltale will illuminate to report a four wheel drive
system failure.Contact an authorized dealer as soon as possible to
have the failure eliminated.
AFS 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 (ADC) — IF EQUIPPED
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.To refill the liquid, refer to “Engine Compartment” in
“Servicing And Maintenance.” Always use liquid with the
features indicated in the “Fluids And Lubricants” section
in “Technical Specifications.”
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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR INSTRUMENT PANEL

The system may activate, assessing the
trajectory of the vehicle, for the presence of
reflecting metal objects different from other
vehicles, such as safety barriers, road
signs, barriers before parking lots, tollgates,
level crossings, gates, railways, objects
near road constructions sites or higher than
the vehicle (e.g. a fly-over). In the same
way, the system may intervene inside
multi-story parking lots or tunnels, or due
to a glare on the road surface. These
possible activations are a consequence of
the real driving scenario coverage by the
system and must not be regarded as
faults.
The system has been designed for road
use only. If the vehicle is driven on a track,
the system must be deactivated to avoid
unnecessary warnings. Automatic
deactivation is signaled by the dedicated
warning light/symbol switching on in the
instrument panel (refer to the instructions in
the "Warning Lights And Messages On The
Instrument Panel" in "Getting To Know Your
Instrument Panel" for further information).
Tire Pressure
Monitoring System
(TPMS)
The vehicle is equipped with a Tire
Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
that sends the inflation pressure
information of each tire to the control
unit, and will signal the driver in the
event of insufficient tire pressure.
Tire pressure will vary with temperature
by approximately 1 psi (7 kPa) for every
12°F (6.5°C). This means that when the outside temperature decreases, the tire
pressure will also decrease. Tire
pressure should always be set based
on cold inflation tire pressure. This is
defined as the tire pressure after the
vehicle has not been driven for at least
three hours, or driven less than 1 mile
(1.6 km) after a three hour period. The
cold tire inflation pressure must not
exceed the maximum inflation pressure
molded into the tire sidewall. Refer to
“Tires” in “Servicing And Maintenance”
for information on how to properly
inflate the vehicle’s tires. The tire
pressure will also increase as the
vehicle is driven. This is normal, and
there should be no adjustment for this
increased pressure.
The TPMS will signal the driver if
pressure falls below the warning limit for
any reason, including the effects of low
temperature and normal loss of
pressure from the tire.
The TPMS will stop indicating
insufficient tire pressure when pressure
is equal to or greater than the
prescribed cold inflation level.
Therefore, if insufficient tire pressure is
indicated by the () warning light
displaying in the instrument cluster,
increase the inflation pressure up to the
prescribed cold inflation value.
The system will automatically update,
and the “Tire Pressure Monitoring
Telltale Light” will turn off once the
system receives the updated tire
pressures. The vehicle may need to be driven for up to 20 minutes above
15 mph (24 km/h) in order for the TPMS
to receive this information.
Operating Example
For example, your vehicle may have a
recommended cold (parked for more
than three hours) placard pressure of
33 psi (227 kPa). If the ambient
temperature is 68°F (20°C), and the
measuredtirepressureis28psi
(193 kPa), a temperature drop to 20°F
(-7°C) will decrease the tire pressure to
approximately 24 psi (165 kPa). This tire
pressure is low enough to turn ON the
“Tire Pressure Monitoring Telltale Light.”
Driving the vehicle may cause the tire
pressure to rise to approximately 28 psi
(193 kPa), but the “Tire Pressure
Monitoring Telltale Light” will still be on.
In this situation, the “Tire Pressure
Monitoring Telltale Light” will turn off
only after the tires are inflated to the
vehicle’s recommended cold placard
pressure value.
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SAFETY

Improper weight distributions can have
an adverse effect on the way your
vehicle steers and handles and the way
the brakes operate.
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.
TRAILER TOWING
Trailer Towing — If
Equipped
Trailer towing is not recommended for
this vehicle.
SUGGESTIONS FOR
DRIVING
Saving Fuel
Below are some suggestions which
may help you save fuel and lower the
amount of harmful emissions released
into the atmosphere.
Vehicle maintenance
Checks and operations should be
carried out in accordance with the
"Scheduled Servicing" (see chapter
"Servicing And Maintenance").
Tires
Check the tire pressures at least once
every four weeks: if the pressure is too
low, consumption levels increase as
resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded trunk.
The weight of the vehicle and its
arrangement greatly affect fuel
consumption and stability.
Electric devices
Use electrical systems only for the
amount of time needed. The rear
window defroster, additional headlights,
windshield wipers and heater blower
fan require a considerable amount of
energy; increasing the current uptake
increases fuel consumption (by up to
+25% when city driving).
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Exhaust Gas
Exhaust emissions are very dangerous,
and may be lethal. They contain carbon
monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas
which can cause fainting and poisoning
if inhaled.
To avoid inhaling carbon monoxide,
take the following measures:
Do not keep the engine running in
closed spaces.
If, for some reason (e.g. transporting
bulky loads), it is necessary to drive
with the trunk open, close all the
windows and run the climate control fan
at maximum speed. DO NOT activate
air recirculation mode.
Should it be necessary to stay in the
stationary vehicle with engine running,
adjust the ventilation/heating system
and operate the fan in such a way that
outside air will enter the passenger
compartment. Activate the maximum
fan speed.
Maintenance of the exhaust system
provides the best protection against
leaks of carbon monoxide into the
passenger compartment.
Should an unusual noise from the
exhaust system or the presence of
exhaust gas in the passenger
compartment be identified, or if the
underbody or rear section of the vehicle
is damaged, have the entire exhaust
system and bodywork areas checked
to identify any components which are broken, damaged, worn or have moved
from their correct fitting position. If any
of these things occur, contact your
authorized dealer.
Open welding or loose connections
may permit exhaust gas to enter the
passenger compartment.
Check the exhaust system each time
the vehicle is raised for lubrication or oil
change operations. Replace the
components if necessary, contact your
authorized dealer.
Performance
This vehicle is equipped with an engine
capable of delivering exceptionally fast
acceleration and speed:
Peak power: 505 HP at 6500 rpm.
Peak torque: 443 ft-lbs at
2500–5000 rpm.
Top speed: 190 mph (307 km/h).
Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph
(0 to 100 km/h): 3.9 seconds.
For safe driving, it is essential,
particularly during the first days of use,
to get to know the car by driving
carefully and gradually discovering its
performance.
Brakes
The car braking system may be
available with four carbon-ceramic
material brake discs, one on each
wheel.
In order to guarantee the maximum
braking capacity for the first use, Alfa Romeo performs a "run-in" procedure
for discs and pads directly at the
factory.
The use of carbon-ceramic material
brake discs guarantees braking features
(better deceleration/pedal load ratio,
braking distances, fading resistance)
proportional to the dynamic features of
the car in addition to considerably
decreasing the unsprung component
weight.
The materials used and the structural
features of the system could generate
unusual noises which have absolutely
no adverse effect on correct operation
and reliability of the braking system.
Greater pressure may need to be
applied to the brake pedal the first time
to keep the same braking capacities in
presence of condensation or salt on the
braking surfaces, for example after
washing or if the car is not used for a
long time.
Note:
Given the high technological
level of this system, any servicing on it
must be performed by your authorized
dealer which exclusively has the skills
needed for the repair operations.
In case of intensive, high-performance
use of the car, have the efficiency of the
carbon-ceramic material braking
system inspected as shown on the
Maintenance Plan at your authorized
dealer.
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Driving On Race Tracks
Before driving on a track using a racing
style, it is necessary to:
Attend a race track driving course.
Check the liquid levels in the engine
compartment. For more information,
see the “Checking Levels” section in
the “Servicing And Maintenance”
chapter.
Have the car inspected at your
authorized dealer.
Remember that the car was not
designed to be driven exclusive on the
race track and that this use increases
stress and component wear.
Preheating the carbon ceramic
material brake discs
The brake discs must be warmed up to
make them fully efficient. You are
advised to perform the following
procedure:
Brake nine times from 80 mph to
18 mph (130 km/h to 30 km/h) with
deceleration equal to 0.7g (the
longitudinal acceleration value is shown
on the instrument panel display by
setting RACE mode and selecting the
“Performance” page) with 20 second
intervals between brake applications;
keep the car at a speed comprised
between 37 mph and 62 mph (60 km/h
and 100 km/h) and do not brake for
4 minutes to allow the brakes to cool
down;
Then brake three times from
124 mph to 18 mph (200 km/h to
30 km/h) with deceleration equal to
1.1g (ABS operation) with 30 second
intervals between brake applications;
keep the car at a speed comprised
between 37 mph and 62 mph (60 km/h
and 100 km/h) and do not brake for
5 minutes to allow the brakes to cool
down.
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