Alfa Romeo GT 2005 Owner handbook (in English)

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BRAKE PAD WEAR
The warning light on the dial turns on with the brake pedal pressed (on some versions the mes-
sage + symbol are shown on the reconfigurable multifunction display) if the front brake pads are
worn; in this case have them changed as soon as possible.
IMPORTANTAs the car is fitted with wear sensors for the front brake pads, when changing
them, also check the rear brake pads.
AUTOMATIC SELESPEED TRANSMISSION FAILURE
The message and the symbol tappear on the reconfigurable multifunction display when
there is a fault in the Selespeed gearbox. Go to the nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Service to
have the fault eliminated.

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EOBD ENGINE CONTROL SYSTEM FAILURE
In normal conditions, turning the ignition key to MAR, the warning light turns on, but it should
go off when the engine has started. The initial turning on indicates that the warning light is work-
ing properly.
If the warning light stays on or turns on when travelling (on some versions the message + sym-
bol are shown on the reconfigurable multifunction display):
glowing steadily- means a fault in the supply/ignition system which could cause high emis-
sions at the exhaust, possible lack of performance, poor handling and high consumption levels.
In these conditions it is possible to continue driving without however demanding heavy effort or
high speeds. Prolonged use of the vehicle with the warning light on may cause damage. Contact
Alfa Romeo Authorised Services as soon as possible.
The warning light goes off if the fault disappears, but it is still stored by the system;
flashing- indicates the possibility of damage to catalyst (see “EOBD system” in the chapter).
If the warning light flashes, it is necessary to release the accelerator pedal to lower the speed
of the engine until the warning light stops flashing; continue the journey at moderate speed, try-
ing to avoid driving conditions that may cause further flashing and contact Alfa Romeo Authorised
Services as soon as possible.
If, turning the ignition key to MAR, the Uwarning light does not
turn on or if it turns on glowing steadily or flashing when travelling,
contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services as soon as possible.

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ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEM
Turning the key to MARthe warning light on the dial turns on; it should flash only once and
then go off. If, with the ignition key at MAR, the warning light stays on, this indicates a possi-
ble failure: “Alfa Romeo CODE system”.
IMPORTANTThe turning on at the same time of the
UandYwarning lights indicates
a failure of the Alfa Romeo CODE system.
If, with the engine running, the message + symbol are shown on the reconfigurable multifunc-
tion display, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services immediately.
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If with the engine running, the Ywarning light flashes, on some versions together with the
message + symbol on the reconfigurable multifunction display, this means that the car is not pro-
tected by the engine inhibitor device (see “Alfa Romeo CODE system” in this chapter). Contact
Alfa Romeo Authorised Services to have all the keys memorised.

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GLOW PLUGS
Turning the key to MARthe warning light on the reconfigurable multifunction display turns on;
the warning light turns off when the glow plugs have reached the pre-established temperature.
Start the engine as soon as the warning light goes off.
IMPORTANTWith a high environment temperature, the warning light may turn on for an
imperceptible length of time.
WATER IN FUEL OIL FILTER
The message + symbol are shown by the reconfigurable multifunction display when there is
water in the fuel oil filter.
The presence of water in the supply circuit may cause serious dam-
age to the entire injection system and cause irregular engine opera-
tion. If the message + symbol are shown by the reconfigurable multi-
function display, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services as soon as possible
to have the system relieved.
GLOW PLUG WARMING FAILURE
The message + symbol are shown by the reconfigurable multifunction display when there is a
failure in the glow plug warming system. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services as soon as pos-
sible to have the fault eliminated.

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INERTIAL FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH
The message on the display is shown when the inertial fuel cut-off switch is triggered, on some
versions together with the warning light.
If after the display of the message the smell of fuel or leaks from the
supply system are noted, do not re-engage the switch to avoid the risk
of fire.
ENGINE OIL SENSOR FAILURE
The message is shown by the reconfigurable multifunction display when there is a failure to the
engine oil level sensor. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services as soon as possible to have the
fault eliminated.

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INEFFICIENT ABS SYSTEM (where fitted)
Turning the ignition key to MARthe warning light on the dial turns on, but it should go off after
approx. 4 seconds.
The warning light turns on (on some versions the message + symbol are shown on the recon-
figurable multifunction display) when the system is inefficient. In this case the braking system
keeps its effectiveness unchanged, but without the potential offered by the ABS system. Caution
is advised, particularly in all cases of less than perfect grip. It is also necessary to contact Alfa
Romeo Authorised Services.
The car is fitted with electronic braking distributor (EBD). The turn-
ing on at the same time of the
xand>warning lights on the dial
(on some versions the message + symbol are shown on the reconfig-
urable multifunction display) with the engine running indicates an EBD system
failure; in this case heavy braking may cause the rear wheels to lock before
time, with the possibility of skidding. Driving extremely carefully, immedi-
ately contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services to have the system checked.
The turning on only of the
>warning light (on some versions the
message + symbol are shown on the reconfigurable multifunction dis-
play) with the engine running normally indicates a failure of the ABS
system only. In this case the braking system maintains its effectiveness,
without however the antilock function. In these conditions, the effectiveness
of the EBD may also be reduced. In this case, too, you are recommended to
contact the nearest Alfa Romeo Authorised Service immediately, driving in
such a way as to avoid sharp braking, to have the system checked.
Inefficient EBD electronic braking distributor
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PASSENGER’S FRONT AIR BAG DEACTIVATED
With the passenger’s front Air bag engaged, turning the ignition key to MARthe warning light
turns on, but it should go off after 4 seconds.
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VDC SYSTEM (VEHICLE DYNAMICS CONTROL) (where fitted)
Turning the ignition key to MAR, the warning light on the dial turns on and it should go off
after approx. 4 seconds.
If the warning light does not go out or stays on when travelling together with the message +
symbol shown on the reconfigurable multifunction display, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised
Services.
The flashing of the warning light when travelling indicates the cutting in of the VDC system.
ASR – WHEEL ANTISKID SYSTEM (where fitted)
Turning the ignition key to MAR, the warning light on the dial turns on, but is should go off
after approx. 4 seconds. The warning light turns on together with the led on the ASR OFF button
when the system is switched off. The warning light flashes when the system cuts in, to alert the
driver that the system is adapting to the road surface grip conditions. The turning on of the warn-
ing light, together with the message + symbol shown by the reconfigurable multifunction display,
also indicates a failure of the ASR system. In this case contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services as
soon as possible.
Warning light Findicates also warning light ¬failure. This is indi-
cated by intermittent flashing, over 4 seconds, of warning light
F. In
this event, warning light
¬could be not up to indicate restraint sys-
tem failures, if any. Stop the car and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services
to have the system checked immediately.
The warning light turns on when the passenger’s front Air bag is deactivated.

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LIGTH FAILURE
Turning the key to MAR, the warning light on the dial turns on but should go out after about
6 seconds.
The message + symbol are shown by the reconfigurable multifunction display when a fault to
any one of the following ligths is detected:
- sidelights
- braking lights and corresponding fuse
- rear fog lights
- number plate lights.
The failure referring to these lights could be: one or more blown bulbs, a blown protection fuse
or a cut-off electric connection.

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SPEED LIMIT EXCEEDED
On some versions the warning light turns on, together with the message on the display and the
sounding of the buzzer, when the vehicle exceeds the speed limit set previously (see the
“Reconfigurable multifunction display” chapter).
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FUEL RESERVE
The warning light on the dial turns on (on some versions the message + symbol are shown on
the reconfigurable multifunction display) when about 7 litres of fuel are left in the tank and on
certain versions when autonomy is below 50 km.
AUTONOMY (TRIP COMPUTER)
The message + symbol are shown on the reconfigurable multifunction display when autonomy
is below 50 km.
SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE
This is shown on the reconfigurable multifunction display 2000 km from the deadline given in
the Scheduled Maintenance Programme (every 20,000 km) and it is shown again at timed inter-
vals, turning the ignition key to MARevery 200 km.

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LEFT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR (INTERMITTENT)
The warning light on the dial turns on when the direction indicator control lever is moved down-
wards or, together with the right indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pressed.
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RIGHT-HAND DIRECTION INDICATOR (INTERMITTENT)
The warning light on the dial turns on when the direction indicator control lever is moved
upwards or, together with the left indicator, when the hazard warning light button is pressed.
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SIDELIGHTS AND DIPPED-BEAMS
The warning light on the dial turns on when the sidelights or dipped beams are turned on.
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CONSTANT SPEED ADJUSTMENT (CRUISE CONTROL)
The warning light on the dial turns on (on some versions the symbol is shown on the reconfig-
urable multifunction display) with the knurled ring of the cruise control in the ON position.
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MAIN BEAMS
The warning light on the dial turns on when the main beams are turned on or when the “Follow
me home” device is turned on (see corresponding chapter).