water Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2015 Owner's Manual

AUTOrain sensor activation (for
versions/markets, where
provided) (the windscreen wipers
adapt the operating speed
automatically to suit the intensity
of the rain)
intermittent operation;
continuous slow operation;
continuous fast operation.
Move the stalk upwards (unstable
position) to limit operation to the time
for which the stalk is held in this
position. When released, the stalk will
return to its default position and the
wiper will be automatically stopped.
"Smart washing"
function
Pull the lever towards the steering
wheel (unstable position) to operate the
windscreen washer. Keep the stalk
pulled for more than half a second to
operate the windscreen washer jet and
wiper automatically with a single
movement.
The wiper stops working three strokes
after the stalk is released. A further
stroke after approximately 6 seconds
completes the cycle.RAIN SENSOR
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This is an infrared LED sensor fitted
on the car windscreen fig. 33.
It is able to detect the presence of rain
and consequently manage windscreen
wiping in accordance with the amount
of water on the windscreen.
Activation
The sensor is activated when ring nut A
fig. 32 is turned to “automatic” position
(“AUTO” control): the windscreen wiper
stroke frequency is thus adjusted in
accordance with the amount of water
on the windscreen.
This frequency can vary from no stroke
(no rain - windscreen dry) up to the
2
ndconstant speed operation (heavy
rain - windscreen wet).The sensitivity of the rain sensor can be
adjusted through the Setup menu
(see paragraph “Menu Items” in the
“Knowing the instrument panel”
section).
If the engine is stopped with the lever in
“automatic” position, when it is next
started no wiping cycle will take place
even if it is raining. This prevents
accidental activation of the rain sensor
when the engine is started (e.g. when
the windscreen is being washed by
hand or the wipers are stuck to the
windscreen when there is ice).
To restore automatic operation of the
rain sensor, turn the ring nut on the
right stalk A fig. 32 from automatic
position (AUTO) toOposition and then
turn A ring nut back to the AUTO
position.
When the rain sensor is reactivated
using any of the manoeuvres described
above, reactivation is indicated by a
single stroke of the windscreen wipers,
regardless of the condition of the
windscreen.
If the sensitivity is changed whilst the
rain sensor is operating, a windscreen
wiper stroke is carried out to confirm
the change.
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GENERAL WARNINGS
During parking manoeuvres, pay the
utmost attention to any obstacles that
could be located above or below the
sensors.
Objects located near the rear of the car
are not detected under certain
circumstances and could therefore
cause damage to the car or be
damaged.
The following conditions may influence
the performance of the parking sensor
system:
❒reduced sensor sensitivity and a
reduction in the parking assistance
system performance could be due to
the presence on the surface of the
sensor of: ice, snow, mud, thick paint
❒the sensors may detect a non-
existent obstacle (echo interference)
due to mechanical interference, for
example when washing the car,
in rain (strong wind), hail;
❒The signals sent by the sensors can
also be altered by the presence of
ultrasonic systems (e.g. pneumatic
brake systems or pneumatic drills)
near the vehicle.❒sensor performance can also be
influenced by the position of the
sensors. For example by a change in
the ride setting (caused by the wear
of the shock absorbers, suspension),
overloading the vehicle and carrying
out specific tuning operations that
require the vehicle to be lowered;
❒The detection of obstacles at the top
part of the car may not be
guaranteed because the system
detects obstacles that could cause
an impact with the car in the bottom
part.
IMPORTANT
11) The sensors must be clean of
mud, dirt, snow and ice in order
for the system to work. Be careful
not to scratch or damage the
sensors while cleaning them.
Avoid using dry, rough or hard
cloths. The sensors must be
washed using clean water, with
the addition of car shampoo if
necessary. When using special
washing equipment such as high
pressure jets or steam cleaning,
clean the sensors very quickly
keeping the jet more than 10 cm
away.
WARNING
59) Only have the bumpers repainted
or any retouches to the paintwork
in the area of the sensors carried
out by an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
Incorrect paint application could
affect the operation of the parking
sensors.
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KNOWING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL
This section of the booklet gives you all
the information you need to
understand, interpret and use the
instrument panel correctly.DISPLAY ......................................... 84
MENU ITEMS .................................. 87
CONTROL PANEL AND
INSTRUMENTS ............................... 94
TRIP COMPUTER ........................... 96
WARNING LIGHTS AND
MESSAGES ................................... 99
- LOW BRAKE FLUID/HANDBRAKE
ENGAGED .......................................... 99
- EBD FAILURE .................................. 100
- AIRBAG FAILURE ............................. 100
- SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED .......... 100
- ALTERNATOR FAILURE ................... 101
- LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE ......... 102
-DEGRADED ENGINE OIL (for
versions/markets, where provided) ..... 103
- ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
TOO HIGH .......................................... 105
- ALFA TCT FAILURE .......................... 106
-INCOMPLETE DOOR LOCKING ........ 106
-SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED ................. 106
- DUAL PINION ACTIVE STEERING
FAILURE ............................................. 107
- ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEM
FAILURE/ALARM FAILURE ................. 107
- FUEL RESERVE/LIMITED RANGE .... 108
- GENERAL FAILURE ......................... 109
- GENERAL FAILURE ......................... 110
-REAR FOG LIGHTS ........................... 111
- ABS FAILURE ................................... 112
-BRAKE PAD WEAR ........................... 112
- PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG
DEACTIVATED .................................... 112
- INJECTION/EOBD SYSTEM
FAILURE ............................................. 113
- GLOW PLUG HEATING/GLOW
PLUG HEATING FAILURE (diesel
versions) ............................................. 114-WATER IN DIESEL FILTER (diesel
versions) ............................................. 114
- DPF CLEANING (particulate trap) in
progress (diesel versions with DPF
only) ................................................... 116
- iTPMS SYSTEM ............................... 117
- ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
(ESC) SYSTEM ................................... 119
- ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL
(ESC) SYSTEM ................................... 120
- CRUISE CONTROL (for
versions/markets, where provided) ..... 121
- SIDE LIGHTS ................................... 121
- FOLLOW ME HOME ........................ 121
- DIPPED BEAM HEADLIGHTS .......... 121
- FOG LIGHTS .................................... 121
- LEFT-HAND DIRECTION
- RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION
INDICATOR ........................................ 122
- MAIN BEAM HEADLIGHTS .............. 122
-FUEL CUT-OFF SYSTEM ................... 123
- POSSIBLE ICE ON ROAD ................ 123
- BRAKE LIGHT FAILURE ................... 123
- DUSK SENSOR FAILURE ................. 123
- RAIN SENSOR FAILURE .................. 124
- PARKING SENSOR FAILURE ........... 124
-START&STOP SYSTEM
ACTIVATION/DEACTIVATION (for
versions/markets, where provided) ..... 125
-START&STOP FAILURE .................... 125
- DISPLAY OF SELECTED DRIVING
MODE (“Alfa DNA” system) ................. 126
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INDICATOR.......................................... 122

Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
redENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATURE TOO
HIGH
When the key is turned to MAR-ON, the warning
light switches on but should switch off after a few
seconds. The warning light turns on when the
engine is overheated.
The display shows the dedicated message.When driving normally: stop the car, switch off the
engine and check that the water level in the
reservoir is not below the MIN mark. If it is, wait
for the engine to cool down, then slowly and
carefully open the cap, top up with coolant and
check that the level is between the MIN and MAX
marks on the reservoir. Also check visually for any
fluid leaks. Should the warning light turn on again
at the next start-up, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
If the car is used under demanding conditions
(e.g. in high-performance driving): slow down
and, if the warning light stays on, stop the car.
Wait for 2 or 3 minutes with the engine running
and slightly accelerated to further favour the
coolant circulation. Then stop the engine. Check
the correct coolant level as described above.
IMPORTANT Over demanding routes, it is
advisable to keep the engine on and slightly
accelerated for a few minutes before switching it
off.
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Warning lights on
panelWhat it means What to do
amberGLOW PLUG HEATING/GLOW PLUG
HEATING FAILURE (diesel versions)
This warning light switches on when the key is
turned to MAR-ON. It will switch off as soon as
the heater plugs have reached a preset
temperature. The engine can be started as soon
as the warning light switches off.
IMPORTANT In mild or high temperature
conditions, the warning light comes on for a very
short time only.
Glow plug preheating failure
The warning light will flash (a message will appear
on the display, on some versions) to indicate a
fault in the glow plugs preheating system.Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as
possible.
amberWATER IN DIESEL FILTER (diesel versions)
The warning light remains on constantly when
driving (together with a message in the display),
to indicate the presence of water in the diesel
filter.
14)
WARNING
68) Failure of thewarning light is indicated by thewarning light switching on. In addition, the airbag system
automatically disables the passenger side airbag. Before proceeding, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the
system checked immediately.
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IMPORTANT
13) If, turning the ignition key to MAR-ON, thewarning light does not turn on or if it turns on steadily or flashing
when travelling (on certain versions together with the message on the display), contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership
as soon as possible.
IMPORTANT
14) The presence of water in the fuel supply system circuit may cause severe damage to the injection system and
irregular engine operation. If the
warning light comes on in the instrument panel (together with a message in the
display) contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as possible to bleed the system. If the above indications come
on immediately after refuelling, water has probably been poured into the tank: turn the engine off immediately and
contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
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PRETENSIONERS
The car is equipped with front seat belt
pretensioners, which draw back the
seat belts by several centimetres in the
event of a violent frontal impact. This
guarantees the perfect adherence
of the seat belts to the occupants’
bodies before the restraining action
begins.
It is evident that the pretensioners have
been activated when the belt withdraws
towards the reel.
The car is also equipped with a second
pretensioner (in the kick plate area).
Its activation is signalled by the
shortening of the metal cable.
A slight discharge of smoke may be
produced during the activation of the
pretensioner. This is not harmful and
does not indicate the start of a fire.
IMPORTANT To obtain the highest
degree of protection from the action of
the pretensioner, wear the seat belt
tight to the chest and pelvis.The pretensioner does not require any
maintenance or lubrication: any
changes to its original conditions will
invalidate its efficiency. If, due to
unusual natural events (floods, sea
storms, etc.), the device has been
affected by water and/or mud, contact
an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have it
replaced.
LOAD LIMITERS
To increase protection, the front seat
belt reels contain a load limiter which
controls the force acting on the chest
and shoulders during the belt
restraining action in the event of a
head-on collision.
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15)
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS FOR
USING THE SEAT BELTS
Respect and ensure that all the other
occupants of the car respect the local
laws in force regarding the use of seat
belts. Always fasten the seat belts
before starting off.
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Seat belts must also be worn by
pregnant women: the risk of injury in
the event of an accident is reduced for
them and the unborn child if they are
wearing a seat belt.
Pregnant women must position the
lower part of the belt very low down so
that it passes over the pelvis and under
the abdomen fig. 110.
The belt must not be twisted. The
upper part must pass over the shoulder
and cross the chest diagonally. The
lower part must adhere to the pelvis fig.
111, not to the abdomen of the
occupant. Never use devices (clips,
clamps, etc.) to hold the seat belt away
from your body.
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Each seat belt must be used by only
one person. Never travel with a child
sitting on a passenger’s lap and a single
belt to protect them both fig. 112. In
general, do not place any objects
between the person and belt.SEAT BELT
MAINTENANCE
❒Always use the seat belt well
stretched and never twisted; make
sure that it is free to run without
obstructions;
❒replace the belt after an accident of a
certain severity even if it does not
appear to be damaged. Always
replace the belt if the pretensioners
were deployed;
❒hand wash the seat belts with water
and neutral soap, rinse and leave to
dry in the shade. Never use strong
detergents, bleach, paints or any
other substance which could
damage the belt fibres;
❒prevent the retractors from getting
wet: their correct operation is only
guaranteed if water does not get
inside;
❒replace the seat belt when there is
wear or cuts.
WARNING
73) The pretensioner may be used
only once. After its activation,
contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership
to have it replaced.
74) Removing or otherwise
tampering with pretensioner and
seat belt components is strictly
prohibited. Any operations on
these components must be
performed by qualified and
authorised technicians. Always
contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
75) For maximum protection, keep
the backrest upright, lean back
into it and make sure the seat belt
fits closely across your chest
and pelvis. Always fasten the seat
belts for both the front and rear
seats! Travelling without wearing
seat belts will increase the risk
of serious injury and even death in
the event of an accident.
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SAFETY

SIDE AIRBAGS (SIDE
BAGS - WINDOW
BAGS)
To increase protection of occupants in
case of side collision, the car is
equipped with front side bags for pelvis,
chest and shoulder protection (side
bags) for the driver and the passenger
and airbags protecting the head of front
and rear occupants (window bags).
Non-activation of side bags in other
types of collisions (head-on collisions,
rear shunts, roll-overs, etc...) is not
an indication of system malfunction.
FRONT SIDE AIRBAGS
(SIDE BAGS)
These comprise two types of bags
located in the front seat backrests fig.
124 which protect the pelvic, chest and
shoulder area of the occupants in the
event of a side impact of medium-high
severity.
SIDE AIRBAGS FOR
HEAD PROTECTION
(WINDOW BAGS)
This comprises two "curtain" bags
housed behind the roof side linings and
covered by special trims fig. 125.It is designed to protect the head of
front and rear occupants in the event of
a side collision, thanks to the wide
cushion inflation surface.
The deployment of side bags in the
event of side impacts of low severity is
not required.
The airbags are not deployed in the
event of low-severity impacts (for which
the retaining action of the seat belts is
sufficient). It is therefore always
necessary to wear seat belts.In the event of a side impact, the
system provides optimum protection if
the passenger assumes the correct
position on the seat, thus allowing
correct window bag deployment.
IMPORTANT
Do not wash the seats with water or
pressurised steam (by hand or at
automatic seat washing stations).
The front and/or side bags may activate
in the event of sharp knocks to the
underbody of the car (e.g. impact with
steps, pavements, potholes or road
bumps etc.).
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SAFETY

When the airbag deploys it emits a
small amount of dust: the dust is
harmless and does not indicate the
beginning of a fire. The dust may irritate
the skin and eyes however: in this
case, wash with neutral soap
and water.
Airbag checking, repair and
replacement must be carried out at an
Alfa Romeo Dealership.
If the car is scrapped, have the airbag
system deactivated at an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
Pretensioners and airbags are deployed
in different ways, according to the
type of impact. Failure to deploy of one
of the devices does not necessarily
indicate a system malfunction.
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WARNING
90) Do not hook rigid objects to the
coat hooks and to the support
handles.
91) Do not rest your head, arms or
elbows on the door, windows or
the area in which the window bag
is located to avoid possible injury
during inflation.
92) Never lean your head, arms and
elbows out of the window.
93) If the
warning light does not
switch on when the key is turned
to MAR-ON, or stays on while
driving (on some versions
together with a message on the
display) there may be a fault in the
restraint systems. In this case,
airbags or pretensioners may not
be activated in the case of an
accident or (in a lesser number of
cases) they may be activated
incorrectly. Before proceeding,
contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership
to have the system checked
immediately.94) Do not travel holding objects on
your lap, opposite the breast,
holding a pipe, pencil, etc. in your
lips. Airbag deployment after a
collision could cause serious
damage/injury.
95) If the car has been subject to
theft, attempted to theft,
vandalism or flooding, have the
airbag system checked by an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
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