key Alfa Romeo GT 2006 Owner handbook (in English)

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GENERAL TRIP - TRIP B
The TRIP COMPUTER function gives information relating to the operating status of the vehicle on the reconfigurable multifunction display.
This function comprises the GENERAL TRIP concerning the complete mission of the car and TRIP B concerning the partial car mission. This
function (as shown in the graph below) is contained within the complete mission. Both functions are resettable.
The GENERAL TRIP displays the figures relating to
ACTUAL CONSUMPTION,AVERAGE CONSUMPTION,RANGE,AVERAGE VELOCITY,TRAVEL TIME(driving time),
TRAVEL DISTANCE.
TRIP B, displays information concerning
AVERAGE CONSUMPTION B,AVERAGE VELOCITY B,TRAVEL TIME B(driving time), TRAVEL DISTANCE B.
Start of journey procedure (reset)
To start a new journey monitored by the GENERAL TRIP, with the ignition key at MAR, press the button with
U(see “Control buttons”).
The reset operation (pressing the
Ubutton) in the presence of the screen concerning the GENERAL TRIP also makes it possible to reset
TRIP B. The reset operation (pressing the
Ubutton) in the presence of only the screens concerning TRIP B makes it possible to reset only the
information associated with this function.
IMPORTANT The range and actual consumption information cannot be reset.
End of partial mission
Start of new partial mission
Reset TRIP B
˙Reset TRIP B
End of partial mission
Start of new partial mission˙
˙Reset TRIP B
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˙
TRIP B
TRIP B
TRIP B
End of partial mission
Start of new partial missionEnd of partial mission
Start of new partial mission
Reset TRIP B
GENERAL TRIP
End of complete mission
Start of new mission
Reset GENERAL TRIP
˙
End of complete mission
Start of new mission
Reset GENERAL TRIP
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DISPLAYS IN CONCURRENCE WITH THE EVENT
Standard screen:
when the radio is
turned on in the
RADIO DISPLAY ON
condition
Standard screen:
when a phone call is
received in the TELEPHONE
DISPLAY ON conditionDisplay with the ignition key removed open-
ing or closing a door.
The reconfigurable multifunction display
together with the mileage recorder display
(total and trip) is timed, after 10 seconds it
goes off automatically.
In the event of a failure
see the “Warning lights”
chapterStandard screen:
during assisted
navigation in the
NAVIGATION DISPLAY
ON condition
The displays illustrated
are purely indicative.
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Warning
light on dialMessage
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WARNING LIGHTS
IMPORTANTThe number of warning lights present depends on the type of engine and equipment with which the car is fitted.
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LOW BRAKE FLUID AND/OR HANDBRAKE ON
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 when the level of the brake fluid in the reservoir falls below the min-
imum level, due to a possible leak in the circuit and when the handbrake is engaged.
If the
xwarning light turns on when travelling check that the hand-
brake is not engaged. If the warning light stays on with the handbrake
off (on some versions together with the message + symbol shown on
the reconfigurable multifunction display) stop the car immediately and contact
Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.
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HIGH ENGINE COOLANT FLUID TEMPERATURE
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 together with the message + symbol shown on
the reconfigurable multifunction display) when the engine is overheated. If it turns on when trav-
elling, stop the car, leaving the engine on and slightly accelerated to further activate the circula-
tion of the coolant fluid.
If the warning doesn’t go off within 2 or 3 minutes, stop the car immediately and contact Alfa
Romeo Authorised Services.

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Warning
light on dialMessage
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AIR BAG FAILURE
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 stays on glowing steadily if there is an operating failure in
the Air bag system.
If the
¬warning light does not turn on when turning the ignition key
to MAR or if it stays on when travelling, this could indicate a failure in
safety retaining systems; under this condition air bags or pretension-
ers could not trigger in the event of collision or, in a restricted number of cas-
es, they could trigger accidentally. Stop the car and contact Alfa Romeo Autho-
rised Services.
The failure of the ¬warning light (warning light off) is also indicat-
ed by the flashing for more than the normal 4 seconds of the passen-
ger’s front air bag deactivated warning light.
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LOW ENGINE OIL PRESSURE
Turning the key to MARthe warning light on the dial turns on, but it should go out as soon as
the engine is started.
If the
vwarning light turns on when the car is travelling (on
some versions there is also the message + symbol on the reconfig-
urable multifunction display), stop the engine immediately and contact
Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.

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Warning
light on dialMessage
on display
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LOW BATTERY CHARGE
Turning the key to MARthe warning light on the dial turns on, but it should go out as soon as
the engine is started.
If with the engine running the message + symbol are shown on the reconfigurable multifunction
display, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.
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SEAT BELTS NOT FASTENED
The warning light on the dial turns on glowing steadily when, with the ignition key turned to
MAR, the driver’s belt is not correctly fastened.

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Warning
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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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Warning
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on display
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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Warning
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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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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.