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Glow plug preheating
(diesel versions) (amber)
This warning light switches on when the key is turned to MAR. It will
switch off as soon as the heater plugs have reached a preset
temperature. The engine can be started as soon as the warning light
switches off.
IMPORTANT In mild or high temperature conditions, the warning light
comes on for an extremely short time.Glow plug preheating failure
(diesel versions)The warning light will flash (a message will appear on the display, on
some versions) to indicate a fault in the glow plugs preheating system.
Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as soon as possible to
eliminate the fault.
Water in diesel filter
(diesel versions) (amber)
The warning light remains on constantly when driving (together with a
message in the display), to indicate the presence of water in the
diesel filter.
The presence of water in the fuel system circuit may cause
severe damage to the injection system and irregular engine
operation. If the warning light
comes on in the
instrument panel (together with a message in the display) contact Alfa
Romeo Authorized Services as soon as possible to bleed the system.
Water may have entered the tank if this appears immediately after
refuelling: if this happens, switch the engine off immediately and
contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
Fuel reserve – Limited range
(amber)
This warning light switches on when 5 to 7 litres of fuel are left in the
tank.
When the remaining range is lower than approx. 50 km (or equivalent
value in miles), on some versions, the display will show a warning
message.
If the warning light flashes with the car in motion,
contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
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General failure (amber)(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light (or symbol on the display) switches on in the
circumstances indicated below.
In these circumstances, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services as
soon as possible to eliminate the fault.
Airbag failure warning light
(versions with multifunction display)
The warning light switches on and flashes (together with a message on
the display) when a fault is detected with the airbag warning light
.
Exterior lights failure
See description for the
warning light.
Brake lights failure
See description for “Brake lights failure”.
Fuel cut-off
This warning light comes on when the fuel cut-off inertia switch is
triggered. The display shows the dedicated message.
Start&Stop failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light comes on when a failure is detected in the
Start&Stop system.Rain sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
See the description for the
warning light.
Parking sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
See the description for thewarning light.
Dusk sensor failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
This warning light comes on when a dusk sensor failure is detected.
Engine oil pressure sensor failure
The warning light turns on when failure is detected in the engine oil
pressure sensor. The display shows the dedicated message.
Electric power steering failure
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light comes on when an electric power steering failure is
detected.
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Water in diesel filter
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on to indicate the presence of water in the
diesel filter.
Speed limit exceeded
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The warning light switches on when the speed limit set in the Setup
menu is exceeded.
When the car exceeds this value, on some versions a message and a
symbol are shown on the display and an acoustic signal is emitted.

Right direction indicator
(green)
The warning light switches on when the direction indicator stalk is
moved upwards or when the hazard warning light button is pressed.
Tyre pressure low(for versions/markets, where provided)
This warning light (or symbol on the display) switches on (on some
versions together with a message on the display) (together with an
acoustic signal) if the pressure in one or more tyres drops below a
preset threshold.
In this way the TPMS warns the driver that one or more tyres may be
dangerously flat and liable to puncture.
IMPORTANT Do not continue driving with one or more flat tyres as
handling may be compromised. Stop the car, avoiding sharp braking
and steering. Replace the wheel immediately with the space-saver
wheel (for versions/markets, where provided) or carry out an
immediate repair using the dedicated kit (see “Changing a wheel” in
the “In an emergency” section) and contact Alfa Romeo Authorised
Services as soon as possible.TPMS failure
This warning light (or symbol on the display) switches on (on some
versions together with a message on the display) when a TPMS fault is
detected.
In this case, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services as soon as
possible.
Should one or more wheels be fitted without sensors, the display will
show a warning message until initial conditions are restored.
Check tyre pressure
This warning light (or symbol in the display) switches on (on some
versions together with a message in the display) to indicate that the
tyre pressure is below the value recommended to guarantee long tyre
life and low fuel consumption. It may also indicate a slow loss of
pressure.
Should two or more tyres be in the condition mentioned above, the
display will show the indications corresponding to each tyre in
sequence.
Under these circumstances you should restore the correct pressure
values (see "Technical specifications" section).
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Start&Stop system activation/
deactivation(for versions/markets, where provided)
Start&Stop system activation
A message will appear on the display when the Start&Stop system is
activated.
Turning the Start&Stop off
❒Versions with multifunction display:a message is displayed when the
Start&Stop system is deactivated.
❒Versions with reconfigurable multifunction display:the
symbol is
displayed + a message when the Start&Stop system is deactivated.
Start&Stop system failure
If the Start&Stop system is faulty the
(versions with multifunction
display) or
(versions with reconfigurable multifunction display)
symbol flashes on the display.
For versions/markets where provided, a warning message is also
displayed.
In this case, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.
Luggage compartment open
On some versions a message + symbol on the display are shown when
the luggage compartment is open.
Bonnet open
On some versions a message + symbol on the display are shown when
the bonnet is open.
Possible presence of ice on the
road
On versions equipped with "Reconfigurable multifunction display", a
message and a symbol will appear when the outdoor temperature falls
to or below 3°C.
On versions with “Multifunction display” only the dedicated message is
shown.
IMPORTANT In the event of outdoor temperature sensor failure, dashes
are shown on the display instead of the value.
Fuel cut-off
On some versions the display will show a message + symbol if the fuel
cut-off intervenes.
For the fuel cut-off system reactivation procedure see paragraph “Fuel
cut-off system” in this section.
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Exterior lights failure
On some versions, the display will show a message + symbol if a fault
is detected in one of the following lights:
❒daytime running lights (DRL)
❒side lights
❒direction indicators
❒rear fog light
❒number plate lights.
The failure relating to these lights could be: one or more blown bulbs,
a blown protection fuse or a break in the electrical connection.
Brake light failure
On some versions the display will show a message + symbol if a fault
is detected in the brake lights.
The fault may be caused by a blown bulb, a blown protection fuse or
an interruption of the electric connection.
Dusk sensor failure(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions the display will show a message + symbol if there is
a fault in the dusk sensor.
Rain sensor failure(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions the display will show a message + symbol if there is
a fault in the rain sensor.
Parking sensor failure(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions the display will show a message + symbol if there is
a fault in the parking sensors.
Dynamic Suspension failure
(active shock absorber system)(for versions/markets, where provided)
On some versions, a message + symbol are displayed in the event of
active shock absorber system failure.
In this case, contact Alfa Romeo Authorised Services as soon as
possible.
Display of selected driving mode
(“Alfa DNA” system)(for versions/markets, where provided)
On versions equipped with a "Reconfigurable multifunction display", a
message + symbol associated with the selected driving mode
“DYNAMIC”, “NATURAL” or “ALL WEATHER” is shown. A warning
message is shown on the display if one of these driving modes is not
available.
On versions equipped with "Multifunction display", a letter ("d" or "a")
associated with the selected driving mode is shown together with a
dedicated message.
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Engine oil level display(for versions/markets, where provided)
When the ignition key is turned to MAR-ON the display shows, for a
few seconds, the engine oil level. In case of insufficient engine oil level,
a warning message appears on the display.
IMPORTANT To find out the correct engine oil quantity, always check
using the dipstick (see paragraph “Checking levels” in the section
“Maintenance and care”).
IMPORTANT For a correct engine oil level indication, perform the
check with the car parked on a level surface.
IMPORTANT To perform the engine oil reading correctly, after turning
the key to MAR-ON, wait for about 2 seconds before starting the
engine.
IMPORTANT The engine oil level may increase after a long stop.
WARNING LIGHTS ON TRIM LOCATED
ON INTERNAL REAR VIEW MIRRORPassenger airbag/side bags deactivated (amber)
The warning light
on the trim located on the internal rear view
mirror (see fig. 4) switches on when the front passenger's airbag and
side bag are disabled.
With front passenger airbag on, when the ignition key is turned to
MAR, the
warning light switches on constantly for several seconds,
flashes for another few seconds and then should switch off.A failure of the warning light
is indicated by the
warning light
switching-on on the instrument
panel. In addition, the airbag system automatically
disables the airbags on the passenger's side (front and side bags
where provided). Before proceeding, contact Alfa Romeo
Authorized Services to have the system checked immediately.
fig. 4
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CONTROL BUTTONS"+" or
(versions with Start&Stop system): to scroll upwards
through the screen and the related options or to increase the displayed
value fig. 10.
SET/
: press briefly to access the menu and/or go to next screen
or confirm the selection. Hold down to go back to the standard screen.
"–" or
(versions with Start&Stop system): to scroll downwards
through the screen and the related options or to decrease the displayed
value.
IMPORTANT The "+" and "–" buttons (or
and
for
versions with Start&Stop system) activate different functions according
to the following situations:
❒within the menu, they allow you to scroll up or down;
❒during settings operations, they increase or decrease values.
SETUP MENUThe menu comprises a series of options which can be selected using
the "+" and "–" buttons (or
and
for versions with
Start&Stop system) to access the different selection and setting
operations (Setup) indicated below.
Some options have a submenu. The menu can be activated by briefly
pressing the SET/
button.
The menu comprises the following options:
❒MENU
❒SPEED BEEP
❒LIGHT SENSOR (for versions/markets where provided)
❒RAIN SENSOR (for versions/markets, where provided)
❒TRIP B ACTIVATION/DATA
❒SET TIME
❒SET DATE
❒FIRST PAGE (for versions/markets where provided)
❒SEE RADIO
❒AUTOCLOSE
❒MEASUREMENT UNIT
❒LANGUAGE
❒BUZZER VOLUME
❒BUTTON VOLUME
❒SEAT BELT BEEP/BUZZ
❒SERVICE
❒AIRBAG/PASSENGER BAG
❒DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
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❒press the "+" or "−" button to adjust the volume; an acoustic signal
equal to the volume level being selected is emitted during this
adjustment;
❒briefly press the SET/
button to go back to the previous screen
or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without
saving.
On versions with reconfigurable multifunction display, the volume level
is represented by bars.
Belt reminder
(Reactivation of SBR buzzer)(for versions/markets, where provided)
This function will only be displayed after the SBR system has been
deactivated by Alfa Romeo Authorised Services (see "SBR system" in
the "Safety" chapter).
To reactivate this function, proceed as follows:
❒briefly press the SET/
button, the display shows "OFF"
flashing. Press the "+" or "−" button and "On" will be displayed;
❒briefly press the SET/button to go back to the previous screen
or hold the button down to go back to the standard screen without
saving.
Service (Scheduled servicing)With this function it is possible to view information on servicing
deadlines depending on kilometres travelled or daily intervals.
With the Service function it is also possible to view the interval (in
kilometres or miles) before the next engine oil change is due.
To consult this information, proceed as follows:
❒briefly press the SET/
button: the display shows when servicing
is due in km or mi according to the previous setting (see paragraph
"Units of measurement");
❒briefly press the SET/button to go back to the menu screen or
hold the button down to go back to the standard screen.
IMPORTANT According to the “Scheduled Servicing Plan”, the car must
be serviced every 30,000 km (petrol versions) or 35,000 km (diesel
versions). This message is displayed automatically when the key is
turned to MAR-ON, starting at 2,000 km (or equivalent value in miles)
from when the next service is due and reappearing every 200 km (or
equivalent value in miles). Below 200 km servicing indications are
more frequent. The display will be in km or mi depending on the
measurement unit settings. When the next scheduled service is
approaching and the key is turned to MAR-ON, the word Service will
appear on the display, followed by the number of kilometres or miles
left. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services where the "Scheduled
Servicing Plan" operations will be performed and the message will be
reset.
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ALFA ROMEO CODE SYSTEMTo further protect your car from theft, it has been fitted with an engine
immobilising system. It is automatically activated when the ignition
key is removed.
Each key contains an electronic device which modulates the signal
emitted during ignition by an antenna built into the ignition device. The
modulated signal, which changes each time the engine is started, is
the “password”, by means of which the control unit recognises the key
and enables to start the engine.OPERATIONEach time the car is started by turning the ignition key to MAR, the
Alfa Romeo CODE system control unit sends an acknowledgement
code to the engine management control unit to deactivate the inhibitor.
The code is sent only if the Alfa Romeo CODE system control unit has
recognised the code transmitted from the key.
Each time the ignition key is turned to STOP, the Alfa Romeo CODE
system deactivates the functions of the engine management control
unit. If, during starting, the code is not correctly recognised, the
warning light switches on in the instrument panel.
In this case, turn the key to STOP and then to MAR; if it is still locked,
try again with the other keys that come with the vehicle. If you are
still unable to start the engine contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services.Activation of warning light while driving
❒If the
warning light switches on, this means that the system is
running a self-diagnosis (for example due to a voltage drop).
❒If thewarning light remains on, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services.The electronic components inside the key may be damaged
if the key is subjected to strong shocks.
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Press button B fig. 16 only with the key away from your
body, especially your eyes and from objects which could
get damaged (e.g. your clothes). Do not leave the key
unattended to avoid the button being accidentally pressed while it is
being handled, e.g. by a child.
Unlocking the doors and the tailgate
Briefly press button
: for unlocking of doors and luggage
compartment, timed switching-on of internal roof lights and double
flashing of direction indicators (for versions/markets, where provided).
The doors are unlocked automatically if the fuel cut-off system
intervenes.
Once the doors are locked, if one or more doors or the boot are not
closed correctly, the LED and direction indicators start flashing quickly.
Locking the doors and the tailgate
Briefly press button: for locking of doors and luggage
compartment, with switching-off of roof light and single flashing of
direction indicators (for versions/markets, where provided).
If one or more doors are open, the doors will not be locked. This is
indicated by a rapid flashing of the direction indicators (for
versions/markets, where provided). If the luggage compartment is
open, the doors will, however, be locked.
When a speed of over 20 km/h is reached, the doors are
automatically locked if this specific function has been set (only on
versions with multifunction reconfigurable display).When the doors are locked, LED A fig. 17 switches on for a few
seconds after which it starts to flash (deterrent function).
When the doors are locked from inside the car (by pressing the
button) the LED will remain on constantly.
Opening the luggage compartment
Press the
button to open the luggage compartment remotely. The
direction indicators will flash twice to indicate that the boot has been
opened.
REQUESTING ADDITIONAL REMOTE
CONTROLSThe system can recognise up to 8 remote controls. If you need to
request a new remote control, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services,
taking the CODE Card (for versions/markets, where provided), an
identity document and documents proving ownership of the car with
you.
fig. 17
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