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“Dynamic”: gear changes at higher
engine speeds. It enhances sporty driving;
“Natural”: gear changes at low engine
speeds. It enhances comfort and reduces
consumption;
“All Weather”: driving programme on
roads with poor grip (e.g. snow, ice, mud,
etc.).
Gearshifting suggestion
With the transmission in automatic mode
(selector lever in position D), when
gearshifting is required by the paddles on
the steering wheel (for versions/markets,
where provided), the system shifts to
"Sequential mode", with relevant
displaying of the gear engaged, for about
5 second.
When this time has elapsed, if the
paddles are not operated anymore, the
system goes back to the automatic mode
(D), with following displaying.
SEQUENTIAL DRIVING MODE
In sequential driving mode, the
transmission works like a manual
gearbox.
Gearshifting through gear lever
Move the lever sideways (to the left)
from position D to the sequential
position:
lever towards "+": engage higher gear;
lever towards "-": engage lower gear.
The lever correct position in "Sequential
mode" is signalled when the symbols "+"
and "−" switch on and the symbol D
switches off on the display (the gear
engaged only is shown on the display).
Gearshifting through steering wheel
paddles
(for versions/markets, where provided)
27)
On some versions, the steering wheel
paddles fig. 64 can be used to change
gear in sequential mode or in D:
steering wheel paddle "+" (pulling
paddle towards driver fig. 64 ): engage
higher gear;
steering wheel paddle "-" (pulling
paddle towards driver fig. 64 ): engage
lower gear.
The engagement of a lower or higher gear
is only permitted if the engine revs allow
it.
If the car is stopped with a higher gear
than 1
stengaged, the transmission will
automatically engage 1stgear.
"Launch Control" Function
96)
The "Launch Control" strategy permits
high-performance starting.
With the car stationary, proceed as
follows to activate this function:
operate the “Alfa DNA” system and
activate the "Dynamic" driving mode;
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depress the brake pedal with your left
foot and, simultaneously, fully depress
the accelerator pedal with your right
foot;
shift gear using the gear lever or the
steering wheel paddle "−" (pulling the
paddle towards the driver as previously
described): rpm are thus increased from
2750 to 4500; (1.4 Petrol versions) and
from 1700 to 2700 (2.0 JTD
Mversions)
and from 3000 to 3750 (1750 Turbo
petrol version);
release the brake pedal: in this way a
more "lively" start is achieved.
When the brake pedal is released, the car
will start with maximum acceleration.
Despite the "Sequential mode", the car
will autonomously shift the gear to
guarantee max. acceleration, once the
correct shifting speed has been reached.
To abandon the strategy, simply interrupt
the above sequence of operations or
release the accelerator pedal.
IMPORTANT
25)If the car is on a gradient, always engage
the electric parking brake BEFORE placing
the gear lever in P.
26)Engage reverse only with the car
stationary, engine at idling speed and
accelerator pedal fully released.27)Using the paddles incorrectly (paddles
pushed towards the dashboard ) could break
them.
28)It is advisable to contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership to have the refitting procedure
carried out. If you would like to proceed
autonomously, special attention must be
paid to the correct coupling of the retaining
clips. Otherwise, noise might be heard due to
an incorrect fastening of the lower cover
with the upper cover.
WARNING
95)Never leave children unattended in the
car. Always remove the ignition key when
leaving the car and take the key with you.
96)While the Launch Control function is
being used, the ESC and ASR systems are
deactivated. This means that vehicle
dynamic control is the sole responsibility of
the driver. Therefore pay the utmost
attention when using the Launch Control.
Take into account traffic and road surface
conditions and during manoeuvres make
sure there is enough room in the area
concerned.
MANUAL TRANSMISSION
97)
29)
To engage the gears, press the clutch
pedal fully and put the gear lever
fig. 65 into the required position (the
diagram for gear engagement is shown
on the knob).
To engage the 6
thgear, operate the lever
by pressing it towards the right in order
to avoid engaging the 4th gear by
mistake. The same applies to the shift
from 6
thto 5thgear.
To engage reverse gear (R) from neutral,
lift up ring 1 fig. 65 and simultaneously
move the lever to the left and then
forwards.
IMPORTANT Reverse can only be
engaged when the car is completely
stationary.
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Luggage compartment fuse boxfig. 89
DEVICE PROTECTEDFUSE AMPERE
Left front seat movementF1 15
Right front
seat movementF2 15
Electric sunroofF3 15
Front seat heatingF5 15
BOSE amplifier + SubwooferF6 20
IMPORTANT
33)Never replace a fuse with metal wires or anything else.
34)If it is necessary to wash the engine compartment, take care not to directly hit the fuse box and the window wiper motors with the water jet.
WARNING
110)If a fuse blows again, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
111)Never replace a fuse with another with a higher amp rating; DANGER OF FIRE.
112)If a general protective fuse (MAXI-FUSE, MEGA-FUSE, MIDI-FUSE) blows, contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
113)Before replacing a fuse, make sure that the ignition device is at STOP, that the key, if mechanical, has been removed and that all devices are
switched off and/or disconnected.
114)Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership if a safety system (airbags, brakes), transmission system (engine, gearbox) or steering system general
protection fuse blows.
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117)The vehicle's driving characteristics
will be modified with the space-saver wheel
fitted. Avoid violent acceleration and
braking, abrupt steering and fast cornering.
The overall duration of the space-saver
wheel is about 3000 km, after which the
relevant tyre must be replaced with another
one of the same type. Never install a
traditional tyre on a rim designed to be used
as a space-saver wheel. Have the wheel
repaired and refitted as soon as possible.
Using two or more space-saver wheels at the
same time is forbidden. Do not apply grease
to the bolt threads before fitting: they could
come unscrewed.
118)The jack may be used to replace
wheels only on the car that it comes with or
other cars of the same model. Never use the
jack for other purposes, such as lifting other
vehicle models. Never use it for repair
operations under the vehicle. Incorrect
positioning of the jack may cause the vehicle
to fall. Do not use the jack for loads higher
than the one shown on its label. Never install
snow chains on the space-saver wheel; if a
front tyre (driving wheel) is punctured and
you need to use snow chains, use a standard
wheel from the rear axle and install the
space-saver wheel on the rear axle. In this
way, with two normal front drive wheels, it is
possible to use snow chains.
119)Incorrectly fitting the wheel cap may
cause it to fall off when the car is in motion.
Never tamper with the inflation valve. Never
introduce tools of any kind between rim and
tyre. Regularly check the inflation pressure
of the tyres and space-saver wheel (see
chapter "Technical specifications").120)The jack is a tool developed and
designed only for changing a wheel, if a tyre
gets punctured or damaged, on the vehicle
with which it is supplied or on other vehicles
of the same model. Any other use, e.g. to jack
up other vehicle models or different things,
is strictly prohibited. Never use for
maintenance or repair activities under the
car or to exchange the summer/winter
wheels and vice versa. Never go under the
raised vehicle. Should it be necessary to
work under the vehicle, contact an Alfa
Romeo Dealership. Incorrect positioning of
the jack may cause the raised vehicle to fall:
use only in the positions indicated. Do not
use the jack for loads higher than the one
shown on its label. Never start the engine
with vehicle raised. If the vehicle is raised
more than necessary, everything can
become more unstable, with the risk of the
vehicle dropping violently. Thus, lift the
vehicle only as needed in order to access the
spare wheel.
IMPORTANT
35)When turning the jack handle make sure
that it can turn freely without scraping your
hand against the ground. The moving
components of the jack ("worm screw" and
joints) can also cause injuries: avoid touching
them. If you come into contact with
lubricating grease, clean yourself
thoroughly.
36)Contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership as
soon as possible to have the correct
tightening of the wheel bolts checked.
FIX&GO KIT
121) 122)
37)
DESCRIPTION
The Fix&Go quick tyre repair kit fig. 98 is
located in the boot, inside a dedicated
container and consists of:
one cartridge 1 containing sealant and
fitted with: transparent tube for injecting
the sealant 4 and sticker 3 with the
wording “Max. 80 km/h” to be placed in a
clearly visible position (e.g. on the
dashboard) after repairing the tyre;
one compressor 2;
one leaflet containing instructions for
using the kit;
a pair of gloves located in the hose
compartment of the cartridge 4.
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unlock the steering wheel adjustment
lever 1 fig. 109;
pull the steering wheel towards you
until it is in the end of travel position,
then lock it by operating lever 1;
using the Allen key, undo the two lower
screws 1 fig. 110securing the cover;
remove the trim 1 fig. 111for the
upper cover;
remove the left side trim 1 fig. 112for
the cover;
remove the lower cover 1
fig. 113detaching the clips fig. 114from
the upper cover;
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pull tab 1 fig. 115downwards using
one hand and with the other one remove
the key, sliding it outwards;
once the key is removed, refit the
steering column upholstery, the left side
panel for the cover and the dashboard
fusebox flap, ensuring that they are
locked in place.
40)
IMPORTANT
40)It is advisable to contact an Alfa Romeo
Dealership to have the refitting procedure
carried out. If you would like to proceed
autonomously, special attention must be
paid to the correct coupling of the retaining
clips. Otherwise, noise might be heard due to
an incorrect fastening of the lower cover
with the upper cover.
TOWING THE CAR
The tow ring provided with the car is
located in the tool box in the boot.
ATTACHING THE TOW RING
126) 127) 128)
Towing from the front
Unseat cap 1 using a screwdriver or
similar tool in the lower slot. Take care
not to damage the paint. Take tow hook
2 from its housing in the tool support and
screw it in fully on the threaded pin
(fig. 116 ).
Towing from the rear
Versions other than "VELOCE" and
without "Pack sport": unseat cap 1 using a
screwdriver or similar tool in the upper
slot. Take care not to damage the paint.
Take tow hook 2 from its housing in the
tool support and screw it in fully on the
threaded pin (fig. 117 ).
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"VELOCE" versions or versions with
"Pack sport": detach plug 1 by pressing
on the upper part, take tow hook 2 from
its housing in the tool support and screw
it in fully on the threaded pin (fig. 117 ).
WARNING
126)For versions with key without remote
control, before towing, turn the ignition key
to MAR and then to STOP without removing
it. The steering column will automatically
lock when the key is removed and the wheels
cannot be steered. Also check that the
gearbox is in neutral (on versions equipped
with automatic transmission, check that the
gear lever is in N position). For versions with
electronic key, move the ignition device to
MAR and then to STOP, without opening the
door.127)The brake servo and the
electromechanical power steering will not
work while the vehicle is being towed. You
will therefore need to apply more force on
the brake pedal and steering wheel. Do not
use flexible ropes when towing, and avoid
jerky movements. During towing, make sure
that the trailer hitch does not damage any
components it is touching. When towing the
car, you must comply with all specific traffic
regulations and adopt an appropriate
driving behaviour. Do not start the engine
while towing the car. Before tightening the
ring, clean the threaded housing thoroughly.
Make sure that the ring is fully screwed into
the housing before towing the car.
128)The front and rear tow hooks should be
used only for emergencies on the road. You
are allowed to tow the vehicle for short
distances using an appropriate device in
accordance with the highway code (a rigid
bar), to move the vehicle on the road in
readiness for towing or transport via a
breakdown vehicle. Tow hooks MUST NOT be
used to tow vehicles off the road or where
there are obstacles and/or for towing
operations using cables or other non-rigid
devices. In compliance with the above
conditions, towing must take place with the
two vehicles (one towing, the other towed)
aligned as much as possible along the same
centre line.
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HEADLIGHT WASHERS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
These are located within the front
bumper.
They are activated when the dipped
beam and/or main beam headlights are
on and the windscreen washer is
activated.
Check the correct condition and
cleanliness of nozzles at regular
intervals.
WARNING
137)Driving with worn windscreen/rear
window wiper blades is a serious hazard,
because visibility is reduced in bad weather.
IMPORTANT
46)Do not operate the windscreen wiper
with the blades lifted from the windscreen.
BATTERY
The battery 5 (see previous pages) does
not require the electrolyte to be topped
up with distilled water. A periodic check
carried out at an Alfa Romeo Dealership
is, however, necessary to check
efficiency.
INSPECTING THE CHARGE AND THE
ELECTROLYTE LEVEL
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47)
5)
If necessary, replace the battery with
another original battery with the same
specifications. Follow the battery
manufacturer's instructions for
maintenance.
USEFUL ADVICE FOR EXTENDING THE
LIFE OF YOUR BATTERY
To avoid draining your battery and make
it last longer, observe the following
instructions:
when you park the car, ensure that the
doors, tailgate and bonnet are closed
properly, to prevent any lights from
remaining on inside the passenger's
compartment;
switch off all roof lights inside the car:
the car is however equipped with a
system which switches all internal lights
off automatically;
do not keep accessories (e.g. radio,
hazard warning lights, etc.) switched on
for a long time when the engine is not
running;
before performing any operation on
the electrical system, disconnect the
negative battery cable.
IMPORTANT Every time the battery is
disconnected, the steering must be
initialised. This is indicated by the
appearance of the icon
. To carry out
this procedure, simply turn the steering
wheel all the way from one end to the
other or drive in a straight line for about a
hundred metres.
IMPORTANT If the charge level remains
under 50% for a long time, the battery is
damaged by sulphation, reducing its
capacity and efficiency at start-up.
The battery will also be more at risk of
freezing (this can happen as early as
-10°C). Refer to the "Vehicle inactivity"
paragraph in "Starting and driving"
chapter if the vehicle is left parked for a
long time.
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SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Description
The controls for the main system functions are present on the steering wheel fig. 128 to make control easier.
The activation of the function selected is controlled, in some cases, by how long the button is pressed (short or long press) as
described in the table below.
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CONTROLS ON STEERING WHEEL SUMMARY TABLE
Button Interaction
Acceptance of incoming call
Acceptance of the second incoming call and putting the active call on hold
Activation of voice recognition for Phone function
Interruption of the voice message in order to give a new voice command
Interruption of voice recognition
Rejection of incoming call
Ending of call in progress
Deactivate/reactivate the microphone during a phone conversation
Activation/deactivation of the CD, USB,Bluetooth®source Pause
Activation/deactivation of radio Mute function
+/-Adjustment of the audio volume: hands-free, text message reader, voice announcements and music sources
Activation of voice recognition
Interruption of the voice message in order to give a new voice command
Interruption of voice recognition
Short press (Radio mode): selection of next/previous station
Long press (Radio mode): scan higher/lower frequencies until released
Short press (CD, USB,Bluetooth®mode): selection of previous/next track
Long press (CD, USB,Bluetooth®mode): fast forward/rewind until released
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