weight Alfa Romeo MiTo 2017 Owner's Manual

The ESC system corrects the car’s
understeer and oversteer, distributing
the brake force on the appropriate
wheels. The torque supplied by the
engine can also be reduced in order to
maintain control of the vehicle.
The ESC system comprises the active
safety systems such as: ABS, EBD, ASR,
HILL HOLDER, BRAKE ASSIST, MSR,
CBC, “ELECTRONIC Q2”, DST.
The ESC system switches on
automatically when the engine is started
and cannot be switched off.
System intervention
This is indicated by the flashing of the
warning light
on the instrument panel,
to inform the driver that the car is in
critical stability and grip conditions.
CBC (Cornering Brake Control)SYSTEM
This system acts when braking on
corners, optimising the distribution of
brake pressure on the four wheels: the
system prevents the wheels on the inside
of the corner (less affected by the weight
of the car) from locking, ensuring better
stability and direction for the car.
HILL HOLDERSYSTEM
This is an integral part of the ESC system
and facilitates starting on uphill or
downhill slopes by operating the brakes:
IMPORTANT The Hill Holder system is
not a parking brake; therefore, never
leave the car without having engaged the
handbrake, turned the engine off and
engaged first gear, so that it is parked in
safe conditions (for further information
read the "Parking" paragraph in the
"Starting and driving" chapter).
IMPORTANT There may be situations on
small gradients (less than 5%), with car
laden, in which the Hill Holder system
may not activate, causing a slight
reversing motion and increasing the risk
of collision with another vehicle or object.
The driver is, in any case, responsible for
safe driving.
“ELECTRONIC Q2”SYSTEM (“E-Q2”)
The "Electronic Q2" system intervenes
during acceleration on corners, braking
the inner drive wheel and thus increasing
the traction of the outer wheel (which
bears more of the car’s weight): the
torque is thus distributed optimally
between the drive wheels in accordance
with the driving conditions and road
surface, permitting particularly effective,
sporty driving.
WARNING
28)The ESC system cannot alter the natural
laws of physics, and cannot increase grip,
which depends on the condition of the road.
29)The ESC system cannot prevent
accidents, including those due to excessive
speed on corners, driving on low-grip
surfaces or aquaplaning.
30)The capability of the ESC system must
never be tested irresponsibly and
dangerously, in such a way as to compromise
personal safety and the safety of others.
31)For the correct operation of the ASR
system, the tyres must of necessity be the
same make and type on all wheels, in perfect
condition and, above all, of the prescribed
type and dimensions.
32)Do not take unnecessary risks, even if
your vehicle is fitted with the ESC and ASR
systems. Your driving style must always be
suited to the road conditions, visibility and
traffic. The driver is always responsible for
road safety.
33)When the ABS intervenes and you feel
the brake pedal pulsating, do not reduce the
pressure, but hold it down firmly and
confidently; in doing so you will brake in the
shortest distance possible, depending on the
current road conditions.
34)To obtain the maximum efficiency of the
braking system, a bedding-in period of about
500 km is needed: during this period it is
better to avoid sharp, repeated and
prolonged braking.
35)If the ABS intervenes, this indicates that
the grip of the tyres on the road is nearing its
limit: you must slow down to a speed
compatible with the available grip.
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CARRYING CHILDREN SAFELY
For optimal protection in the event of an
impact, all occupants must be seated and
wearing adequate restraint systems,
including newborn and other children!
This prescription is compulsory in all EC
countries according to EC Directive
2003/20/EC.
Children below the height of 1.50 metres
and up to 12 years must be protected
with suitable restraint systems and be
seated on the rear seats. Statistics on
accidents indicate that the rear seats
offer greater safety for children.
Compared with an adult, a child's head is
larger and heavier in proportion to their
body and the child's muscular and bone
structures are not fully developed.
Therefore, correct restraint systems
other than adult seat belts are necessary
to reduce as much as possible the risk of
injuries in case of accident, braking or
sudden manoeuvre.
Children must be seated safely and
comfortably. Depending on the
characteristics of the child restraint
systems used, you are advised to keep
children in rearward facing child restraint
systems for as long as possible (at least
until 3-4 years old), since this is the most
protected position in the event of an
impact.
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The choice of the most suitable child
restraint device depends on the weight of
the child; there are various types of child
restraint systems and you are advised
always to choose the one that is most
suitable for the child.
When over 1.50 m in height, from the
point of view of restraint systems,
children are considered as adults and
wear seat belts normally.
In Europe the characteristics of child
restraint systems are ruled by the
regulation ECE-R44, dividing them into
five weight groups:
Group Weight groups
Group 0up to 10 kg in
weight
Group 0+up to 13 kg in
weight
Group 1 9 - 18 kg
Group 2 15 - 25 kg
Group 3 22 - 36 kg
All restraint devices must bear the
certification data, together with the
control mark, on a label solidly fixed to
the child restraint system which must
never be removed.
Lineaccessori MOPAR® includes child
restraint systems for each weight group.These devices are recommended having
been specifically tested for Alfa Romeo
cars.
WARNING
63)SEVERE DANGER When a front
passenger airbag is fitted, do not install
rearward facing child restraint systems on
the front passenger seat. Deployment of the
airbag in an accident could cause fatal
injuries to the child regardless of the
severity of the collision. It is advisable to
always carry children in a child restraint
system on the rear seat, which is the most
protected position in the event of a collision.
64)On the sun visor there is a label with
suitable symbols reminding the user that it is
compulsory to deactivate the airbag if a
rearward facing child restraint system is
fitted. Always comply with the instructions
on the passenger side sun visor (see the
"Supplementary Restraint System (SRS) -
Airbag" paragraph).
65)Should it be necessary to carry a child on
the passenger side front seat in a rear facing
child restraint system, the passenger side
front airbag and side bag must be
deactivated through the display main menu
(see the "Display" paragraph, "Knowing the
instrument panel" chapter), verifying
deactivation by checking whether the
OFF LED has switched on in the trim
located on the dashboard. Move the
passenger's seat as far back as possible to
avoid contact between the child seat and the
dashboard.
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66)Do not move the front or rear seat if a
child is seated on it or on the dedicated child
restraint systemFITTING "UNIVERSAL" CHILD
RESTRAINTSYSTEM (with seat
belts)
GROUP 0 and 0+
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Babies up to 13 kg must be carried with a
rear facing child restraint system of a
type as shown in fig. 50 which, supporting
the head, does not induce stress on the
neck in the event of sudden
decelerations.
The child restraint system is secured by
the vehicle seat belts, as shown in
fig. 50 and it must restrain the child in
turn with its own belts.
GROUP 1
67) 68) 69) 70) 71) 72)
Children of weight from 9 to 18 kg may
be transported in forward facing child
restraint systems fig. 51.
GROUP 2
68) 69) 70) 71) 72)
Children from 15 to 25 kg may be
restrained directly by the car seat belts
fig. 52.
In this case, the child restraint system is
used to position the child correctly with
respect to the seat belts so that the
diagonal belt section crosses the child’s
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PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON UNIVERSAL CHILD RESTRAINTSYSTEM USE
According to the European Directive 2000/3/EC the suitability of each passenger seat position for the fixing of universal child
restraint systems is shown in the following table:
Positioning the “Universal” child restraint system
Group Weight groupsFront passenger
(*)Rear passengers (side
and central)
Airbag enabled Airbag disabled
Group 0, 0+ up to 13 kg"X" U U
Group 1 9-18 kg"X" U U
Group 2 15-25 kgUUU
Group 3 22-36 kgUUU
(*) IMPORTANT NEVER fit a rearward-facing child seat in the front passenger seat if the airbag is active. If you wish to fit a rearward-facing child seat
in the front passenger seat, first deactivate the relative airbag (see instructions in the paragraph "Supplementary protection system (SRS) –
Airbag”).
"X"= Position not suitable for children in this weight category.
U= Suitable for child restraint systems in the "Universal" category, according to European Regulation EEC-R44 for the specified "Groups".
WARNING
67)Child restraint systems with Isofix attachments are available for a safe anchoring to the seat without using the car seat belts. See paragraph
"Isofix child restraint system setup" for the fitting instructions.
68)The diagram is indicative and for fitting purposes only. Fit the child restraint system according to the instructions, which must be included.
69)When the child restraint system is not used, secure it with the seat belt or with the ISOFIX anchorages, or remove it from the vehicle. Do not
leave it unsecured inside the passenger compartment. In this way, in the case of sudden braking or an accident, it will not cause injuries to the
occupants.
70)After installing a child restraint system, do not move the seat: always remove the child restraint system before making any adjustment.
71)Always make sure that the diagonal section of the seat belt does not pass under the arms or behind the back of the child. In the event of an
accident the seat belt will not be able to secure the child, with the risk of injury, including fatal injury. Therefore the child must always wear the seat
belt correctly.
72)Incorrect fitting of the child restraint system may result in an inefficient protection system. In the event of an accident the child restraint
system may become loose and the child may be injured, even fatally. When fitting a restraint system for newborns or children, strictly comply with
the instructions provided by the Manufacturer.
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ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT
SYSTEM SETUP
73)
The vehicle is equipped with ISOFIX
anchorages, a new standard which makes
fitting a child restraint system quick,
simple and safe.
Traditional child restraint systems can be
fitted alongside Isofix child restraint
systems on different seats in the same
car.
As an example, fig. 54 shows an example
of a Universal Isofix child restraint
system for weight group 1.
IMPORTANT The central rear seat is not
approved for any type of Isofix child
restraint system.INSTALLING A UNIVERSAL ISOFIX
CHILD RESTRAINTSYSTEM
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Proceed as follows:
attach the seat to the lower metal
rings provided 1 fig. 55, positioned
between the backrest and rear seat
cushion, then;
secure the upper belt (available
together with the child restraint system)
to the special attachments 2
fig. 56 located in the rear part of the
backrest.It is possible to have a mixed assembly of
traditional child restraint systems and
Universal Isofix ones. Remember that
when using a Universal Isofix child
restraint system, you can only use
approved child restraint systems with
the marking ECE R44 (R44/03 or
superior) “Universal Isofix”.
The Universal Isofix “Duo Plus” child seat
is available from Lineaccessori MOPAR®.
For any further installation/usage details,
refer to the “Instruction Manual”
provided with the child restraint system.
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SUITABILITY OF PASSENGER SEATS FOR ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINTSYSTEM USE
The table below shows the various installation possibilities for Isofix child restraint systems on seats fitted with Isofix attachments
in accordance with European standard ECE 16.
Weight group Child restraint system position Isofix size classRear passenger
Rear side positions
Group 0 up to 10 kg Rear facing EX
Group 0+ up to 13 kgRear facing E
X
Rear facing DX
Rear facing CX
Group 1 from 9 up to 18 kgRear facing D
X
Rear facing CX
Forward facing BIUF
Forward facing B1IUF
Forward facing AX
X Isofix position not suitable for Isofix retaining system in this weight group and/or size class.
IUF: suitable for Isofix child restraint systems to be positioned in forward facing position, universal class (fitted with third upper mounting),
type-approved for the relevant weight group.
NOTE: The other weight groups are covered by specific Isofix child restraint systems, which can be used only if specifically tested for
this vehicle (see list of vehicles provided with the child restraint system).
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The following conditions may influence
the performance of the parking
assistance 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.
sensor performance can also be
influenced by the position of the sensors.
For example by a change in the ride
setting (caused by the wear of the shock
absorbers, suspension), overloading the
car and carrying out specific tuning
operations that require the car to be
lowered;
The detection of obstacles at the top
part of the car may not be guaranteed
because the system detects obstacles
that could cause an impact with the car in
the bottom part.
IMPORTANT
26)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 must be
washed using clean water, with the addition
of vehicle 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.
WARNING
103)Only have the bumpers repainted or
any retouches to the paintwork in the area of
the sensors carried out by an Alfa Romeo
Dealership. Incorrect paint application could
affect the operation of the parking sensors.
104)Parking and other dangerous
manoeuvres are, however, always the
driver’s responsibility. While carrying out
these manoeuvres, always make sure that
no people (especially children) or animals are
in the area concerned. The parking sensors
are an aid for the driver, but the driver must
never allow their attention to lapse during
potentially dangerous manoeuvres, even
those executed at low speeds.
TOWING TRAILERS
105) 106)
IMPORTANT NOTES
The car must be provided with a
type-approved tow hook and adequate
electric system to tow caravans or
trailers. Installation must be carried out
by a specialist.
Install any specific and/or additional door
mirrors as specified by the Highway
Code.
Remember that when towing a trailer,
steep hills are harder to climb, the
braking spaces increase and overtaking
takes longer depending on the overall
weight.
Engage a low gear when driving downhill,
rather than constantly using the brake.
The weight of the trailer reduces the load
capacity of the car by the same amount.
Consider the weight at full load, including
accessories and luggage, to make sure
you do not exceed the maximum towable
weight (shown in the registration
document).
Do not exceed the speed limits specific
to each country you are driving in, in the
case of vehicles towing trailers. In any
case do not exceed 100 km/h.
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CHANGING A WHEEL
JACK
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Please note that:
the jack weight is 1.76 kg;
the jack requires no adjustment;
the jack cannot be repaired and in the
event of a fault it must be replaced by
another genuine one;
no tool other than its cranking device
may be fitted on the jack.
Jack maintenance
prevent any dirt from depositing on
the "worm screw";
keep the "worm screw" lubricated;
never modify the jack.
Conditions in which not to use the jack
temperature below -40°C
o sandy or muddy ground
on uneven ground
on steep roads
in extreme weather conditions:
thunderstorms, typhoons, hurricanes,
blizzards, storms, etc.
in direct contact with the engine or for
repairs under the vehicle
on boats.Wheel replacement procedure
To change a wheel, proceed as follows:
stop the car in a position that is not
dangerous for oncoming traffic where
you can change the wheel safely. The
ground must be flat and sufficiently
compact;
switch off the engine, pull up the
handbrake and engage the 1stgear or
reverse. Wear the reflective safety jacket
(compulsory by law) before getting out of
the vehicle;
open the luggage compartment, lift
the mat using the tab provided 1 fig. 96;
unscrew locking device 1 fig. 97, take
toolbox 2 and bring it next to the wheel to
replace. Then take the space-saver wheel
3;
for versions with steel rims: insert
the screwdriver in the opening 1 fig. 98 in
order to trigger the hub cap retaining clip
2;
for versions with alloy rims: shake the
car to facilitate detachment of the rim
from the wheel hub. Some versions may
be fitted with alloy wheels with a hub cap
fig. 99. To remove the hub cap, insert the
screwdriver into housings 1 in order to
access the fixing bolts. Replace the wheel
as described previously;
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IN AN EMERGENCY

Everything you may find useful for understanding how your car is
made and works is contained in this chapter and illustrated with
data, tables and graphics. For the enthusiasts and the technician,
but also just for those who want to know every detail of their car.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
IDENTIFICATION DATA..........................152
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER (VIN) PLATE . . . . ......152
CHASSIS NUMBER . . . . . .......................153
ENGINE MARKING . . . . . ........................153
ENGINE...................................154
WHEELS...................................159
DIMENSIONS . . ..............................165
WEIGHTS..................................166
REFUELLING................................169
FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS. . . .....................172
PERFORMANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . .................175
FUEL CONSUMPTION. . . . . ......................176
CO2 EMISSIONS . . . . ..........................178
PRESCRIPTIONS FOR HANDLING THE VEHICLE AT THE END OF ITS
LIFE......................................179

IDENTIFICATION DATA
The identification data of the vehicle are:
VIN plate;
Chassis marking;
Bodywork paint identification plate;
Engine marking.
VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION
NUMBER (VIN) PLATE
This plate is fitted to the engine
compartment front crossmember and
contains the following identification data
fig. 129:
TO: Name of Manufacturer
B: Type-approval number
C: Vehicle type identification code
D: Chassis number
E: Maximum permitted weight of vehicle
fully laden
F: Maximum permitted weight of vehicle
fully laden plus trailer
G: Maximum permitted weight on front
axle
H: Maximum permitted weight on second
(rear) axle
I: Engine type
L: Bodywork version codeM: Spares number
N: Smoke opacity index (for diesel
engines)
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