warning Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2016 Owner's Manual

Dear Customer,
We would like to congratulate and thank you for choosing an Alfa Romeo. We have written this handbook to help you get to know all the
features of your car and use it in the best possible way. You should read it right through before taking to the road for the first time.
Here you will find information, advice and important warnings regarding use of your car and how to achieve the best performance from the
technological features of your Alfa Romeo. It also provides a description of special features and essential information for the care and
maintenance of your Alfa Romeo over time as well as for safe driving.
We urge you to read the warnings and indications found throughout the text with care, marked with the following symbols:
personal safety;
car safety;
environmental protection.
NOTE These symbols, when necessary, are indicated at the end of each paragraph and are followed by a number. This number
recalls the corresponding warning at the end of the relevant section.
In the attached Warranty Booklet you will also find a description of the Services that Alfa Romeo offers to its customers, the Warranty
Certificate and the detail of the terms and conditions for maintaining its validity.
We are sure that these will help you to get in touch with and appreciate your new car and the service provided by the people at Alfa Romeo.
Enjoy reading and happy motoring!
This Owner Handbook describes all versions of the Alfa Giulietta; please consider only the information relevant to your
car’s trim level, engine and version. All data contained in this publication is purely indicative. FCA Italy S.p.A. can
modify the specifications of the vehicle model described in this publication at any time, for technical or marketing
purposes. For further information, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

VERY IMPORTANT
REFUELLING
Petrol engines: only refuel with unleaded petrol with octane rating (RON) not less than 95 in compliance with the European specification
EN228.Diesel engines: refuel only with diesel fuel conforming to the European specification EN590. The use of other products or mixtures
may damage the engine beyond repair and consequently invalidate the warranty, due to the damage caused.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Petrol engines: make sure that the handbrake is engaged; set the gear lever to neutral; fully depress the clutch pedal without pressing the
accelerator, then turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine has started.Diesel engines: turn the ignition key to
MAR-ON and wait for the
andwarning lights to switch off. Then turn the ignition key to AVV and release it as soon as the engine
has started.
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 car 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, after buying the car, you decide to add electrical accessories (with the risk of gradually draining the battery), contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership. They will calculate the overall electrical requirement and check that the car’s electrical system can support the required load.
CODE Card (for versions/markets, where provided)
Keep it in a safe place, not in the car. Always carry the electronic code provided on the CODE card with you, in the case you need to perform
an emergency start.
SCHEDULED SERVICING
Correct maintenance of the car is essential for ensuring that it maintains its performance and its safety features, its environmental friendliness
and low running costs for a long time to come.
THE OWNER MANUAL CONTAINS…
…important information, advice and warnings for correct use, driving safety and maintenance of the car over time. Special attention must be
paid to the symbols provided (personal safety)(environmental protection) (car integrity).

AIR VENTS
❒Climate control system ....................... 22
LEFT STALK
❒External lights
INSTRUMENT PANEL
❒Control panel and on-board
instruments ......................................... 94
❒Warning lights ..................................... 99
RIGHT STALK
❒Window cleaning ................................ 39
UConnect Radio/UConnect Radio
Nav (for versions/markets, where
provided)
PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG
❒Operation ...........................................140
GLOVE COMPARTMENT
❒Opening .............................................. 46
HEATER/CLIMATE CONTROL
SYSTEM
❒Climate comfort .................................. 23
❒Manual climate control system ............ 24
❒Automatic dual-zone climate control
system................................................ 28
CONTROL BUTTONS
❒Door locking ....................................... 45
❒Fog lights ............................................ 44
❒Rear fog lights .................................... 44
❒iTPMS system (for versions/markets
whereprovided).................................. 72
STEERING WHEEL
❒Adjustment ......................................... 19
❒Driver side front airbag ........................140
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CRUISE CONTROL LEVER (for
versions/markets, where provided)
❒Operation ........................................... 40

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SEATS
❒Adjustments ....................................... 17
ALFA DNA SYSTEM
❒Operation ........................................... 66
MANUAL GEARBOX
❒Using the gearbox/transmission ..........150
HAZARD WARNING LIGHTS
❒Operation ........................................... 44
HANDBRAKE
❒Activation ............................................149
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SYMBOLS
Some car components have coloured
labels whose symbols indicate
precautions to be observed when using
this component. Under the bonnet
there is also a label that summarises all
the symbols.
ALFA ROMEO CODE
SYSTEM
IN BRIEF
This is an electronic engine locking
system which increases protection
against attempted thefts of the car. It
is automatically activated when the
ignition key is removed.
There is an electronic device in each
key which can identify the signal
emitted, when the engine is started,
from an aerial built into the ignition
switch. The signal, which changes
each time the engine is started, is the
“password” by means of which the
control unit recognises the key and
enables starting.
1)
Operation
Each time the car is started by turning
the ignition key to MAR-ON, the Alfa
Romeo CODE system control unit
sends an acknowledgement code to
the engine management control unit to
deactivate the inhibitor.
The code is sent only if the Alfa Romeo
CODE system control unit has
recognised the code transmitted by the
key.Each time the ignition key is turned to
STOP, the Alfa Romeo CODE system
deactivates the functions of the engine
management control unit.
Irregular operation
If, during starting, the code is not
correctly recognised, the
warning
light (on some versions a message
together with a symbol is shown on the
display) switches on in the instrument
panel.
In this case, turn the key to STOP and
then to MAR-ON; if it is still locked,
try again with the other keys that come
with the car. If it is still not possible to
start the engine, contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
Activation of warning
light while driving
❒If the
warning light (or symbol on
the display) switches on, this means
that the system is running self-
diagnosis (caused, for example, by a
voltage drop).
❒If the
warning light (or symbol on
the display) stays on, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
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❒remove battery compartment D and
replace battery E, respecting the
polarity; reinsert compartment D in
the key and secure it by turning
screw C to
.
SAFE LOCK DEVICE
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This safety device inhibits the operation
of the interior door handles and the
door locking/unlocking button. We
recommend that you activate this
device each time you park the car.Switching the device on
The device is enabled on all the doors
by pressing the
button on the key
twice quickly. Device activation is
indicated by 3 flashes of the direction
indicators and a flash of the LED on the
button fig. 8. The device does not
come on if one or more doors is not
properly shut.
Deactivating the device
The device disengages automatically
by:
❒the key insert is turned to opening
position in the driver side door;
❒press button
on the key;
❒by turning the ignition key to the
MAR-ON position.
IMPORTANT Once the safe lock system
is engaged, it is impossible to open
the doors from inside the car. Therefore,
before getting out of the car check
that there is no one left on board. If the
remote control battery is flat, the device
can only be deactivated by using the
metal insert in one of the door locks.
WARNING
1) Press button B fig. 7 only with the
key away from your body,
especially your eyes and from
objects which could get damaged
(e.g. your clothes). Do not leave
the key unattended, to prevent
people, especially children, from
inadvertently pressing the button.
IMPORTANT
1) Used batteries may be harmful to
the environment if not disposed of
correctly. They must be disposed
of as specified by law in the
special containers or taken to an
Alfa Romeo Dealership, which will
take care of their disposal.
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STEERING LOCK
Engagement
When the key is at STOP, remove the
key and turn the steering wheel until
it locks.
Disengagement
Move the steering wheel slightly and
turn the ignition key to MAR-ON.
4) 5)
WARNING
2) If the ignition device has been
tampered with (e.g. an attempted
theft), have it checked over by a
Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as
possible.
3) When getting out of the car,
always remove the key to prevent
someone from accidentally
activating the controls.
Remember to engage the
handbrake. Engage 1
stgear if the
car is parked uphill or reverse if
the car is parked downhill. Never
leave children unattended in the
car.4) It is absolutely forbidden to carry
out any after-market operation
involving steering system or
steering column modifications
(e.g.: installation of anti-theft
device). This could badly affect
performance and safety,
invalidate the warranty and also
result in the non-compliance
of the car with approval
requirements.
5) Never remove the key while the
car is moving. The steering wheel
will lock as soon as it is turned.
This holds true for cars being
towed as well.
SEATS
FRONT SEATS
Lengthwise adjustment
Lift lever A fig. 12 and push the seat
forwards or backwards: in the driving
position your arms should rest on
the rim of the steering wheel.
6) 7)
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Recalling a memorised position is also
possible for about 3 minutes after
the doors are opened and about 1
minute after the ignition key is turned to
the STOP position.
To recall a memorised position, press
the relevant button briefly.
SEAT HEATING
(for versions/markets, where provided)
With the ignition key at MAR-ON,
turn ring nut A fig. 15 to switch the
function on/off.
Heating can be set to 3 different levels
(0 = seat heating off).
WARNING
6) All adjustments must be made
solely with the car stationary.
7) After releasing the adjustment
lever, always check that the seat
is locked on the guides by trying
to move it back and forth. Failure
to lock the seat in place could
result in its unexpected
movement and the driver losing
control of the car.
8) For maximum protection keep the
backrest upright, lean back into it
and make sure that the seat belt
fits closely across the chest and
pelvis.
HEAD RESTRAINTS
FRONT
These are height-adjustable and lock
into the desired position automatically.
For the height adjustments proceed
as follows:
9)
❒upwards adjustment: raise the head
restraint until it clicks into place;
❒downwards adjustment: press button
A fig. 16 and lower the head restraint.
Proceed as follows to remove the head
restraints:
❒raise the head restraints to their
maximum height;
❒press buttons A and B fig. 16, then
remove the head restraints by pulling
them upwards.
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“Anti-Whiplash” device
The head restraints are equipped with
an “Anti-Whiplash” device, which
reduces the distance between head
and head restraint in the event of a rear
impact, thus mitigating the “whiplash”
effect.
The head restraint may move when the
backrest is pressed by the occupant's
torso or hand: this behaviour is caused
by the system and should not be
considered a malfunction.
REAR
Two height-adjustable head restraints
are provided for the back seats (for the
adjustment see the previous
paragraph).
On some versions a head restraint is
also provided for the central seat.
Proceed as follows to remove the head
restraints:
❒raise the head restraints to their
maximum height;
❒press buttons A and B fig. 17, then
remove the head restraints by pulling
them upwards.
WARNING
9) The head restraints must be
adjusted so that the head, rather
than the neck, rests on them. Only
in this case they can protect your
head correctly.
STEERING WHEEL
It can be adjusted axially and vertically.
To adjust, release the lever by pushing it
forwards (position 1 fig. 18) and adjust
the steering wheel. Having made the
adjustment, lock lever A by pulling
it towards the steering wheel (position
2).
10) 11)
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WARNING
10) Any adjustment of the steering
wheel position must be carried
out only with the car stationary
and the engine turned off.
11) It is absolutely forbidden to carry
out any after-market operation
involving steering system or
steering column modifications
(e.g. installation of anti-theft
device) that could adversely affect
performance and safety,
invalidate the warranty and also
result in the car not meeting
type-approval requirements.
REAR VIEW
MIRRORS
INTERNAL MIRROR
The rear view mirror has two different
positions: normal or anti-glare.
Adjustment
The mirror must be adjusted starting
from the normal position, with the lever
A fig. 19 towards the windscreen
(daytime use).
To prevent dazzling effects due to
following cars, the mirror can be moved
into the anti-glare position by moving
the lever A towards the back of the car.Electrochromic interior
mirror
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The electrochromic rear view mirror
fig. 20 comes with an adjustment
device to automatically prevent dazzling
effects due to following cars. This
function is set as default.
When reverse gear is engaged, the
mirror is automatically set for daytime
use.
When reverse gear is engaged, the
mirror is automatically set for daytime
use.
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