trailer Alfa Romeo GT 2010 Owner handbook (in English)

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
57
FUEL LEVEL GAUGE WITH
RESERVE INDICATOR
This shows the amount of fuel left in the
fuel tank.
0- tank empty.
1- tank full (see the indications given in
paragraph “At the filling station").
The warning light
K(A-fig. 76) turns on
to indicate that approx. 7 litres of fuel are
left in the tank.
IMPORTANTThe pointer can reach the
red area also for a sum of unfavourable con-
ditions, i.e.: slow speed, uphill, fully laden
or towing a trailer with hot outside tempera-
ture.
IMPORTANTRefuelling shall always be
performed with engine off and ignition key at
STOP. If the engine is off but the key is at
MAR, a wrong fuel level could temporarily
be indicated. This is due to the internal sys-
tem control logic and cannot be considered as
a system malfunctioning.
ENGINE COOLANT FLUID
TEMPERATURE GAUGE WITH
MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE
WARNING LIGHT
This shows the temperature of the engine
coolant fluid and begins when the fluid tem-
perature exceeds approx. 50°C.
Normally the pointer should be towards
the middle of the scale. If the pointer reach-
es the higher temperatures of the scale (red
section, or white on certain versions) the re-
quest for car performance should be de-
creased.
The turning on of the
u(B-fig. 76)
warning light (on some versions together
with the message shown on the reconfig-
urablemultifunctiondisplay) indicates that
the coolant fluid temperature is too high;
in this case, stop the engine and contact
Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.IMPORTANTThe temperature of the en-
gine coolant may rise towards the maximum
values (red section, or white on certain ver-
sions) when the car is driven at low speeds,
especially when the ambient air tempera-
ture is high. In this case it is advisable to
stop the car and switch off the engine for
a few minutes, after which the journey can
be resumed, preferably at a higher speed.
fig. 76
A0A0758b

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
105
PARKING SENSORS
(fig. 111)
(upon request for
versions/markets where
applicable)
Parking sensors are located in the rear
bumper and their function is to inform the
driver, through an intermittent buzzer,
about the presence of obstacles behind
the car.
ACTIVATION
Sensors are automatically activated
when the reverse gear is engaged.
As the distance from the obstacle behind
the car decreases, the acoustic alarm
becomes more frequent.
BUZZER WARNINGS
When the reverse gear is engaged an
intermittent acoustic signal is automatical-
ly activated.
The acoustic signal:
– becomes louder as the reduction of
distance between the car and the obstacle
decreases;
– becomes continuous when the dis-
tance between the car and the obstacle is
less that 30 cm and stops immediately if
the distance raises.
– is constant if the distance is unvaried.
If this situation takes place for side sen-
sors, the signal is stopped after about 3
seconds to prevent sound indications
when performing manoeuvres near walls.
OPERATION WITH TRAILER
Parking sensor operation
is deactivated automati-
cally when the trailer elec-
tric cable plug is fitted into the car
tow hook socket.
Sensors are reactivated automatically
when removing the trailer cable plug.
fig. 111
A0A0735b

CORRECT USE OF THE CAR
174
TOWING TRAILERS
IMPORTANT NOTES
For towing caravans or trailers the car must
be fitted with a certified tow hook and an
adequate electric system. Installation should
be carried out by specialised personnel who
release a special document for circulation on
the road.
Install any specific and/or additional
rearview mirrors as specified by law. Re-
member that when towing a trailer, steep
hills are harder to climb, the braking spaces
increase and overtaking takes longer de-
pending on the overall weight.
Engage a lower gear when driving down-
hill, rather than constantly using the brake.
The weight the trailer exerts on the car tow
hook reduces by the same amount the ac-
tual car loading capacity.To make sure the maximum towable
weight is not exceeded (given in the log
book) account should be taken of the fully
laden trailer, including accessories and per-
sonal belongings.
Drive within the specific speed limit in
every country for car trailers. In any case the
maximum speed should never exceed 100
km/h.
INSTALLING
THE TOW HOOK
The towing device should be fastened to
the body by specialised personnel according
to the following instructions and any addi-
tional and/or integrative information sup-
plied by the Manufacturer of the device it-
self.
The towing device must meet current reg-
ulations with reference to Directive
94/20/CEE and subsequent amendments.
For any version the towing device used
must match the towable weight of the car
on which it is to be installed.
For the electric connection a unified con-
nector should be used which is generally
placed on a special bracket normally fas-
tened to the towing device itself. The ABS system with
which the car may be fitted
does not control the trailer
braking system. Particular care is
therefore necessary on slippery
surfaces.
Under no circumstances
should the car brake sys-
tem be altered to control
the trailer brake. The trailer brak-
ing system must be fully indepen-
dent of the car’s hydraulic system.

IN AN EMERGENCY
181
STARTING BY INERTIA
If the car is equipped with “Kit for tyre re-
pair Fix&Go“, see the instructions contained
in the following chapter.
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
As an alternative to the FIX & GO, the car
can be provided (upon request) with space-
saver spare wheel or standard wheel; wheel
changing and correct use of the jack call for
some precautions as listed below.
IN THE EVENT OF A PUNCTURE
Never push, tow or coast
start the car. This could
cause fuel to flow into the
catalyst damaging it irreversibly.
Remember that the en-
gine brake and power
steering are not opera-
tional until the engine is started,
therefore, much greater effort than
usual is needed on the brake ped-
al and steering wheel.
Signal the presence of the
stationary car according to
current regulations: hazard
warning lights, reflecting triangle
etc.. Any passengers should leave
the car and wait for the wheel to be
changed out of harm of the traffic.
If parked on a slope or rough sur-
face, chock the wheels with
wedges or other suitable devices
to prevent the car from rolling.
Never start the engine
with the car jacked.
When driving with a trail-
er, disconnect the trailer before
raising the car. The compact spare
wheel is specific to your car, do not
use it on other models, or use the
spare wheel of other models on
your car.
Should the type of wheels used
be changed (alloy rims instead of
steel), it is also necessary to
change the whole set of fastening
bolts with others of suitable size.
The compact spare wheel is nar-
rower than normal wheels, it
should be used only for the dis-
tance necessary to reach a service
point to have the punctured tyre
repaired and, during its use, the car
speed must not exceed 80 km/h.

Volumetric sensors
ESP system sensor
Steering angle sensor
EOBD system diagnosis socket
Cell phone provision
Driver’s door control unit supply
Passenger’s door control unit supply
Control lighting
Climate control system control lighting
Instrument cluster
Instrument cluster
Driver’s door control unit
ABS control unit
ABS control unit
Dashboard control unit
Air - bag control unit
Electronic injection control unit +30
Engine compartment control box (petrol versions)
Dashboard control unit
Trailer control unit15
7.5
7.5
15
15
20
20
7.5
7.5
10
10
15
7.5
50
50
7.5
7.5
125
70
10 F39
F42
F42
F39
F39
F47
F48
F49
F35
F37
F53
F39
F42
F04 (MAXI-FUSE)
F02 (MAXI-FUSE)
F50
F18
F70 (MEGA-FUSE)
F71 (MAXI-FUSE)
F36 52
52
52
52
52
52
52
52
52
52
52
52
52
53
53
52
53
54
54
52
SERVICES FIGURE FUSE AMPERES
IN AN EMERGENCY
210

CAR MAINTENANCE
220
IMPORTANT
Engine oil
Should prevailing use of the car be under
one of the following specially heavy condi-
tions:
– trailer or caravan towing
– dusty roads
– short distances (less than 7-8 km) re-
peated and with external temperatures be-
low zero
– frequently idling engines or long distance
low speed driving or in case of a long term
inactivity
replace engine oil more frequently than re-
quired on the Scheduled Maintenance Pro-
gramme.IMPORTANT
Diesel filter
The variety of the degree of purity of the
fuel oil in commerce may make it necessary
to change the fuel oil filter more frequently
than stated in the Scheduled Maintenance
Programme. If the engine is “sobbing” it
is a sign that the filter needs changing.IMPORTANT
Air cleaner
Using the car on dusty roads change the
air cleaner more frequently than specified in
the Schedule Maintenance Programme.
For any doubts concerning the intervals be-
tween the engine oil and air cleaner re-
placement in relation to how the car is used,
contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
251
Weight empty (including fluids, 90% fuel
in the tank and no optional) kg
Payload (*) including
driver kg
Max permissible
weights (**):
– front axle kg
– rear axle kg
– total kg
Towable weights:
– braked trailer kg
– trailer without brake kg
Maximum load on ball
(braked trailer) kg
WEIGHTS
(*) With special equipment (trailer towing device, etc.) the loadless weight increases, thereby reducing the payload, with regard to the maximum permissi-
ble loads.
(**) Loads not to be exceeded. It is the driver’s responsibility to place goods in the boot and/or on the loading surface in accordance with the maximum
permissible loads.
JTD16V
1320
520
990
980
1885
1300
400
60
3.2V6
1410
520
1040
980
1930
1400
400
60
2.0 JTS
1320
520
980
980
1840
1300
400
60
1.8 T. SPARK
1290
520
980
980
1810
1300
400
60

ALPHABETICAL INDEX
263
- rear centre lap belt .................. 27
- use of belts ............................ 26
Seats
- front ..................................... 16
- rear ...................................... 19
Selespeed gearbox ...................... 110
Sidelights
- changing front bulbs ................ 197
- changing rear bulbs ................. 199
- switching on .......................... 45
Snow chains ............................... 177
Speedometer .............................. 56
Steering lock .............................. 15
Steering system .......................... 245
Steering wheel ........................... 22
Sun visors .................................. 126
Suspensions ............................... 245
Symbols .................................... 5-6
Technical specifications........ 240
Towing the car ............................ 213
Towing trailers ............................ 174
Transmission ............................... 243
Tyres
- correct reading ....................... 246 - Fix&Go automatic ................... 186
- inflating pressure .................... 249
- replacement ........................... 181
- snow chains ........................... 177
- types of tyres and rims ............ 247
- winter ................................... 177
VDC system ............................. 136
Vehicle inactivity ......................... 178
Warning lights and messages ..... 72
Weights ..................................... 251
Wheel geometry ......................... 246
Wheels and tyres ................... 233-246
Windscreen washer
- intelligent washing function ...... 47
- operation ............................... 47
- spray jets .............................. 235
Windscreen wiper
- blade replacement .................. 235
- operation ............................... 47
- rain sensor ............................. 48
- spray jets .............................. 235