parking sensors Alfa Romeo MiTo 2014 Owner's Manual

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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PARKING SENSORS(for versions/markets, where provided)
The parking sensors are located in the car's rear bumper fig. 86 and
their function is to inform the driver, through an intermittent acoustic
signal, about the presence of obstacles behind the car.ACTIVATIONThe sensors are activated by engaging reverse gear. As the obstacle
behind the vehicle gets closer to the car, the acoustic signal becomes
more frequent.INDICATIONS ON DISPLAY(for versions/markets, where provided)
When the sensor is activated, the "Reconfigurable multifunction
display" (for versions/markets, where provided) shows the screen
illustrated in fig. 87.
Obstacle presence and distance information is therefore provided both
by the buzzer and the instrument panel display.
If there are several obstacles the closest one is indicated.
ACOUSTIC SIGNALWhen reverse gear is engaged an acoustic signal is automatically
activated if there is an obstacle within the range of operation.
The acoustic signal:
❒increases as the distance between the car and the obstacle
decreases;
❒becomes continuous when the distance between the car and the
obstacle is less than 30 cm and stops immediately if the distance
increases;
❒remains constant if the distance remains unchanged; if this situation
concerns the side sensors, the buzzer will stop after about 3 seconds
to avoid, for example, warning indications in the event of
manoeuvres along walls.
IMPORTANT The volume of the acoustic signal can be adjusted through
the option "Warning volume" of the "Set-Up menu".
fig. 86
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fig. 87
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Detection distances
❒Central operating range: 140 cm
❒Side operating range: 60 cm
If several obstacles are detected by the sensors, only the nearest one is
considered.OPERATION WITH TRAILERParking sensor operation is deactivated automatically when the trailer
electric cable plug is fitted into the car tow hook socket. The sensors
are automatically enabled again when the trailer's cable plug is
removed.
The sensor must be free of mud, dirt, snow or ice in order
for the system to work. Be careful not to scratch or damage
the sensors while cleaning them. Avoid using dry, rough
or hard cloths. The sensors should be washed using clean water with
the addition of car shampoo if necessary. When using special washing
equipment such as high pressure jets or steam cleaning, clean the
sensors very quickly keeping the jet more than 10 cm away.When repainting the bumpers or touching up paint in
the sensor area, contact Alfa Romeo Authorized
Services only. Incorrect paint application could affect
the operation of the parking sensors.
Parking manoeuvres however are always the driver’s
responsibility. When carrying out such manoeuvres,
always ensure that the manoeuvring area is free of
people (particularly children) and animals. The parking sensor is
designed to assist drivers, who must still never allow their
attention to lapse during potentially dangerous manoeuvres even
if performed at low speed.
GENERAL WARNINGSDuring parking manoeuvres, pay the utmost attention to any obstacles
that could be located above or below the sensors.
Objects located near the rear of the car are not detected under certain
circumstances and could therefore cause damage to the car or be
damaged.
The following conditions may influence the performance of the parking
sensor system:
❒reduced sensor sensitivity and a reduction in the parking assistance
system performance could be due to the presence on the surface of
the sensor of: ice, snow, mud, thick paint
❒the sensors may detect a non-existent obstacle (echo interference)
due to mechanical interference, for example when washing the
car, in rain (strong wind), hail;
❒The signals sent by the sensors can also be altered by the presence
of ultrasonic systems (e.g. pneumatic brake systems or pneumatic
drills) near the vehicle.
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Hill Holder system ................................ 93Identification data
– bodywork paint plate....................... 197
– Chassis marking .............................. 197
– engine marking ............................... 197
– identification data plate ................... 196
Ignition device ..................................... 43
– Steering lock ................................... 43
Installation of electrical/electronic
devices .............................................. 104
Installing a Universal Isofix child seat ..... 124
Interior fittings ...................................... 73
Interiors (cleaning)................................ 194Jack................................................... 144Light clusters
– front light clusters
(changing a bulb)............................ 156
– rear light clusters
(changing a bulb)............................ 158
Lubricants (features).............................. 224
Luggage compartment .......................... 84
– Closing the luggage compartment..... 84
– Emergency luggage compartment
opening .......................................... 84
– Extending the luggage
compartment................................... 85– Luggage compartment
initialisation .................................... 85
– Opening the luggage
compartment................................... 84
Luggage compartment roof light
– bulb replacement............................. 160
M
ain beam headlights ....................... 63
– bulb replacement............................. 156
Maintenance and care
– heavy-duty use of the car ................. 178
– periodic checks ............................... 178
– scheduled servicing ......................... 173
– scheduled servicing plan .................. 174
Menu options ....................................... 24
MSR system ......................................... 94
Multifunction display ............................ 20
N
umber plate lights
– bulb replacement............................. 159
Parking ............................................. 135
– Handbrake ..................................... 135
Parking lights ....................................... 62
Parking sensors .................................... 105
Performance ........................................ 217
Pollen filter........................................... 187
Power sockets....................................... 74Preparation for "Isofix" child seat .......... 123
Pretensioners........................................ 116
– Load limiters ................................... 116
Protecting the environment .................... 111
Puddle light
– bulb replacement............................. 162
Radio transmitters and mobile
phones.............................................. 104
Rain sensor .......................................... 65
Raising the car ..................................... 171
Rear fog light ....................................... 72
Rear fog light/reversing light................. 159
Rear view mirrors ................................. 49
– Door mirrors ................................... 50
– Internal mirror ................................. 49
Rear window washer jets ...................... 192
Rear window washer
– rear window washer fluid level ......... 186
Rear window washer/wiper .................. 66
Rear Window Wiper
– blade replacement ........................... 191
– blades ............................................ 190
Reconfigurable multifunction display ...... 21
Refuelling ............................................ 221
Refuelling the car ................................. 110
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