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FRONT AIRBAGSThe car is equipped with multi-stage front airbags (“Smart bags”) for
the driver and passenger and knee bags for the driver.“SMART BAG” SYSTEM (MULTISTAGE
FRONT AIRBAGS)The front airbags (driver's and passenger's) and the driver's knee bag
have been designed to protect the occupants in the event of head-on
crashes of medium-high severity, by placing cushions between the
occupant and the steering wheel or dashboard.
Therefore non-deployment in other types of impacts (side impacts, rear
shunts, roll-overs, etc.) does not indicate a system malfunction.
The airbags do not replace, but rather complement, the use of seat
belts, which should always be worn. In the event of an impact,
someone not wearing a seat belt could move forward and come into
contact with a bag which is still in the opening phase. The protection
offered by the bag is compromised in these circumstances.
Front airbags may not activate in the following situations:
❒frontal impacts against highly deformable objects not involving the
front surface of the car (e.g. wing collision against guard rail);
❒car wedging under other vehicles or protective barriers (e.g. trucks
or guard rails).
Failure to activate in the conditions described above is due to the fact
that they may not provide any additional protection compared with
seat belts, so their activation would be inappropriate.
In these cases, non-deployment does not indicate a system malfunction.
Do not apply stickers or other objects on the steering
wheel, on the dashboard in the passenger side airbag
area, on side upholstery on the roof or on the seats.
Never put objects (e.g. mobile phones) on the passenger's side
dashboard since they could interfere with correct inflation of the
airbag and also cause serious injury to the passengers.
FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIRBAGThis consists of an instantly inflating bag contained in a special
compartment in the centre of the steering wheel fig. 103.
Always drive with your hands on the steering wheel
rim so that the airbag can inflate freely if necessary.
Do not drive with your body bent forward. Keep the
back of your seat upright and lean back into it.
fig. 103
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FRONT SIDE AIRBAGS (SIDE BAGS)These comprise two types of bags located in the front seat backrests
fig. 107 which protect the pelvic, chest and shoulder area of the
occupants in the event of a side impact of medium-high severity.SIDE AIRBAGS FOR HEAD PROTECTION
(WINDOW BAGS)This comprises two "curtain" bags housed behind the roof side linings
and covered by special trims fig. 108.
It is designed to protect the head of front and rear occupants in the
event of a side collision, thanks to the wide cushion inflation surface.
The deployment of side bags in the event of side impacts of low
severity is not required.
The airbags are not deployed in the event of low-severity impacts (for
which the retaining action of the seat belts is sufficient). It is therefore
always necessary to wear seat belts.In the event of a side impact, the system provides optimum protection if
the passenger assumes the correct position on the seat, thus allowing
correct window bag deployment.
Do not hook rigid objects to the coat hooks or to the
support handles.Do not rest your head, arms or elbows on the door,
windows or the area in which the window bag is
located to avoid possible injury during inflation.Never lean your head, arms or elbows out of the
window.
fig. 107
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SAVING FUELHere are some suggestions which can help you to save fuel and lower
harmful emissions.GENERAL CONSIDERATIONSCar maintenance
Have checks and adjustments carried out in accordance with the
“Scheduled Servicing Plan” (see chapter “Maintenance and care”).
Ty r e s
Check the tyre pressure at least once every 4 weeks: if the pressure is
too low, consumption levels increase as resistance to rolling is higher.
Unnecessary loads
Do not travel with an overloaded boot. The weight of the car and its
arrangement greatly affect fuel consumption and stability.
Roof rack/ski rack
Remove the roof rack or the ski rack from the roof after use. These
accessories lower aerodynamic penetration and adversely affect
consumption levels. It is better to use a trailer to transport particularly
bulky objects.
Electrical devices
Only use electrical devices for the time needed. The heated rear
window, additional headlights, windscreen wipers and heater fan
require a considerable amount of energy; increasing the current uptake
increases fuel consumption (by up to +25% in an urban cycle).Climate control system
Using the climate control system will increase consumption: use the air
vents when the external temperature allows it.
Devices for aerodynamic control
The use of non-certified devices for aerodynamic control may adversely
affect air drag and fuel consumption.
DRIVING STYLEStarting
Do not warm up the engine at low or high revs when the vehicle is
stationary; this causes the engine to warm up more slowly, thereby
increasing fuel consumption and emissions. It is therefore advisable to
move off immediately, slowly, avoiding high speeds: in this way the
engine will warm up more quickly.
Unnecessary actions
Avoid revving up when at traffic lights or before switching off the
engine. The latter action, like double-declutching, is unnecessary and
causes increased fuel consumption and pollution.
Gear selection
Use a higher gear when traffic and road conditions allow it. Using a
low gear for faster acceleration will increase consumption. In the same
way improper use of a high gear increases consumption, emissions
and engine wear.
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Bulbs Type Power Re. Figure
Front side lights/Daytime running lights W21/5W 5/21W A
Rear side lights LED – –
Dipped headlights H7 55W D
Main beam headlights H7 55W D
Front direction indicators 24W module 24W B
Rear direction indicators P21W 21W B
Side direction indicators WY5W 5W A
Brake light LED – –
3rd brake light LED – –
Number plate light W5W 5W A
Fog lights H1 55W E
Rear fog lights P21W 21W B
Reversing lights P21W 21W B
Front roof light C10W 10W C
Luggage compartment roof light W5W 5W A
Glove compartment light C5W 5W C
Puddle light W5W 5W A
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REPLACING INTERIOR BULBSFRONT ROOF LIGHTTo change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove the roof light A fig. 141 working at the points indicated by
the arrows;
❒open the flap B fig. 142 and replace the bulbs C releasing them
from the side contacts. Make sure that the new bulbs are correctly
secured between the contacts;
❒reclose the flap B fig. 142 and fix the roof light A fig. 141 in its
housing making sure that it is locked.LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT ROOF
LIGHTTo change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒open the luggage compartment and extract the roof light A fig. 143
working in the point shown by the arrow;❒open the protection B fig. 144 and replace the bulb;
❒re-close the protection B on the lens;
❒refit the roof light A fig. 143 by inserting it in its correct position
firstly on one side and then pressing on the other until it clicks into
place.
fig. 141
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GLOVE COMPARTMENT LIGHTTo change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒open the glove compartment and extract the light A fig. 145;
❒replace bulb B, releasing it from the side contacts and making sure
the new bulb is correctly fastened between the contacts.
COURTESY LIGHT(for versions/markets, where provided)
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒lower the sun visor and remove courtesy light A fig. 146, applying
leverage at the point indicated by the arrow;
❒remove protection B, releasing it from tabs C, then replace bulb D
fig. 147 by pulling it outwards and releasing it from the side
contacts;
❒insert the new bulb, making sure that it is positioned correctly and is
secured between the contacts;
❒refit protection B fig. 146, inserting it correctly between tabs C;
❒refit the roof light, inserting it first from side E fig. 147, then press on
the other side until you hear tab F click into place.
fig. 144
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fig. 145
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PUDDLE LIGHTTo change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒open the door and remove the roof light by pushing on clip A fig.
148 with a screwdriver;❒press the sides of protection B fig. 148 near the two fixing pins and
replace bulb C;
❒refit the protection, locking the two fixing pins;
❒refit the roof light, inserting it first from side D and then pressing on
the other side until you hear the clip click into place.
fig. 147
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INSTRUMENT PANEL FUSE BOXfig. 153DEVICE PROTECTEDFUSE AMPS
Right dipped beam headlightF12 7,5
Left dipped beam headlightF13
7,5/5
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Headlight alignment adjustment systemF13 7,5
Front roof light, Luggage compartment roof light, Sun visor courtesy light, Door puddle lights, Glove
compartment lightF32 5
Radio, sound system setup system (for versions/markets, where provided),Uconnect
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5" radio (for
versions/markets, where provided), climate control system control unit, alarm system control unit, volumetric
system control unit, EOBD external diagnosis socket, tyre pressure monitoring control unitF36 10
Instrument panel, brake light on switchF37 5
Door lock motor on doors, Safe Lock motor on doors, Tailgate unlocking motor F38 15
Windscreen/rear window washer pumpF43 20
Electric window motor complete with control unit (driver side door) F47 20
Electric window motor complete with control unit (passenger side door) F48 20
Parking sensor control unit, rain/dusk sensor on interior rear view mirror, electrochromic sensor on interior
rear view mirror, seat belts fastened warning light display on interior rear view mirror, control panel lighting
(central control panel, driver side control panel, control panel on steering wheel), heater pad activation
switches on front seats, alarm system volumetric sensor control unit, electric sun roof control unitF49 5
Clutch activation switch, brake light switch, relay switch coils on engine fuse box control unit, control system
on internal climate control/heater unit, flow meter, water presence in diesel sensor, radio, radio setup system
(for versions/markets, where provided)F51 5
Instrument panelF53 5
(*) For versions/markets, where provided
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LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT JUNCTIONUNITfig. 155DEVICE PROTECTEDFUSE AMPS
Electric roof opening systemF1 20
Luggage compartment power socket F3 15
Front seat heaterF6 15
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AIR CLEANER/POLLEN
FILTER/DIESEL FILTERContact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to replace the filters.
BATTERYBattery F (see previous pages) does not require the electrolyte to be
topped up with distilled water. A periodic check carried out at Alfa
Romeo Authorized Services is, however, necessary to check efficiency.REPLACING THE BATTERYIf necessary, replace the battery with another genuine battery with the
same specifications. Follow the battery manufacturer's instructions
for maintenance.USEFUL ADVICE FOR EXTENDING THE
LIFE OF YOUR BATTERYTo avoid draining your battery rapidly and maintain its efficiency over
time, carefully observe the following instructions:
❒when you park the car, ensure that the doors, bonnet and flaps are
closed correctly, to prevent any roof lights from remaining on inside
the passenger 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. sound system, hazard 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 pole;
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 “Storing the car” in “Starting and driving” if
the car is left parked for a long time.
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