lock Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2018 User Guide

While pulling the handle, do not push the
door lock/unlock button on the handle.
If the key fob is detected inside the
vehicle, the Passive Entry function
automatically unlocks all the vehicle
doors and flashes the turn signals.If one or more key fobs are inside the
passenger compartment, the lock button
on the key fob inside the passenger
compartment is temporarily disabled.
The vehicle will not unlock the doors if an
unauthorized key fob has been detected
close to the outside of the vehicle.
If the Passive Entry function is disabled
using the Information and Entertainment
System, the keyless-go system to avoid
accidentally leaving the key fob inside
the vehicle is deactivated.
Liftgate Access
Approaching the liftgate with a valid key
fob, push the opening button to open the
liftgate.
Note:
If the key fob is inadvertently
forgotten inside of the cargo area, and
an attempt is made to close it from
outside, the liftgate will not lock. With
the doors locked, the liftgate unlocked,
and the key fob detected inside the
vehicle, the liftgate will unlock again and
the lights flash twice.
Before driving, make sure the
liftgate is closed correctly.
Liftgate Lock
The liftgate of the vehicle may still be
locked by pushing the lock button on the
key fob, pushing the door lock button on
the door handles, or pushing the lock
button on the interior door panel of the
vehicle.
On vehicles equipped with Passive Entry,
the liftgate and the doors can be locked
by pushing the button located near the
opening button of the liftgate.0101132136USInterior Lock Switch Panel
0101132145USDo NOT Grab The Door Handle When Locking
04056V0005EMExternal Liftgate Release Button
04056V0005EMPassive Entry Liftgate Button
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System Activation/Deactivation
The Passive Entry system can be
activated or deactivated using the
Information and Entertainment System.
General Information
The following regulatory statement
applies to all radio frequency (RF)
devices equipped in this vehicle:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules and with Industry Canada
license-exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation is subject to the following two
conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful
interference, and
2. This device must accept any
interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired
operation.
Note:Changes or modifications not
expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the
user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Power Lock
The power lock is a safety device that
prevents the operation of the interior
door handles and the door lock and
unlock buttons. The power lock also
prevent opening of the doors from inside
the passenger compartment.
It is recommended to lock the vehicle
doors each time the vehicle is parked.
Activating The Power Lock
The power lock is enabled on all the doors
by quickly pushing the lock button on the
key fob twice.
The turn signals will flash to let you know
that the power lock is active.
If one or more of the doors are not closed
correctly, the power lock will not activate,
preventing a person from getting stuck
inside the passenger compartment by
entering the vehicle, and then closing, the
open door.
Deactivating The Power Lock
The power lock disengages
automatically:
When the doors are unlocked, pushing
the unlock button on the key fob.
When the keyless ignition is placed in
the ON position.
Child Safety Locks
To provide a safer environment for small
children riding in the rear seats, the rear
doors are equipped with a
Child-Protection Door Lock system.
This device can only be engaged with the
doors open.
Lock position: device locked (door
opened from exterior only)
Unlock position: device unlocked (door
may be opened from the inside)
The Child Safety Locks remain locked
even if the doors are unlocked.
Note: The rear doors cannot be opened
from the inside when the Child Safety
Lock is engaged.
04056S0007EMChild Safety Lock Positions
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Unlocking The Doors With A Discharged
Battery
Proceed as follows to unlock the doors if
the vehicle battery is discharged.
1. With the doors unlocked insert the
emergency key from the key fob into the
door lock manual release lock cylinder.
2. Turn the manual release lock cylinder
clockwise for the right door locks or
counterclockwise for the left door locks.3. Remove the key/screwdriver from the
manual release lock.
Proceed in one of the following ways to
realign the door lock device (only when
the battery charge has been restored):
Push the lock button on the electronic
key
Push the unlock button on the door
panel
Unlock driver’s door lock with the
emergency key
Operate the internal door handle
Note: For the rear doors, if the Child
Safety Locks are engaged, and the
previously described locking procedure is
carried out, operating the internal handle
will not open the door. Instead, it will only
realign the lock release device. To open
the door, the outside handle must be
used. The door central locking/unlocking
buttons are not deactivated when the
emergency lock is engaged.
SEATS
The front seats can be adjusted to ensure
maximum comfort for the occupants.
When adjusting the driver’s seat, keep
the shoulders resting firmly against the
backrest, the wrists within reach of the
top of the steering wheel, and the seat
close enough to allow the driver to fully
depress the brake pedal.
Warning!
It is dangerous to ride in a cargo area,
inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision,
people riding in these areas are more likely
to be seriously injured or killed.
Do not allow people to ride in any area of
your vehicle that is not equipped with seats
and seat belts. In a collision, people riding in
these areas are more likely to be seriously
injured or killed.
Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a
seat and using a seat belt properly.
04056S0008EMDoor Lock Manual Release Lock Cylinder
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2. Place the seat belt so that it doesn't
impede the movement of the backrest
while tilting it.
3. Pull both seat back release levers to
fold down the backrests. They will fold
forward automatically. If necessary,
assist the backrests during the initial
stage of tilting.
It is also possible to disengage the
sections of the rear seat from inside the
luggage compartment or by using one of
the two levers located below the rear
seat. Each lever folds down the section of
the backrest on the same side.Repositioning The Backrests
Move the seat belts to the side, making
sure that they are correctly extended and
not twisted. Also make sure that they are
not caught on anything behind the
backrests of the seats. Then, lift the
backrests by pushing them rearward until
you hear the lock click into place on both
attachment mechanisms.
Warning!
Be certain that the seatback is securely
locked into position. If the seatback is not
securely locked into position the seat will not
provide the proper stability for child seats
and/or passengers. An improperly latched
seat could cause serious injury.
Central Backrest Section Tilting
Before tilting the backrest, make sure
that the rear center seat belt is not
fastened and that there aren't any
objects on the seat itself (if there are any,
remove them).
Pull the release strap upward to release
the central part of the backrest from its
housing and tilt it forward using the head
restraint.Central Backrest Section Repositioning
Using the head restraint, lift the central
portion upwards, manually guiding it back
into place. Lightly push to make sure that
it is properly latched. Make sure that the
armrest is properly latched by gently
trying to move it. If it is not latched,
repeat the operation.
0403132223USSeat Back Release Lever Below Rear
Seat
0403132219USCenter Backrest Section Tilting
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STEERING WHEEL
Steering Wheel Adjustments
The steering column is able to be tilted
upward or downward. It also allows you
to lengthen or shorten the steering
column. The tilt/telescoping lever is
located below the steering wheel at the
end of the steering column.
Warning!
Do not adjust the steering column while
driving. Adjusting the steering column while
driving or driving with the steering column
unlocked, could cause the driver to lose
control of the vehicle. Failure to follow this
warning may result in serious injury or death.
To Adjust The Position:
1. Pull the Tilt/Telescoping Control
Handle down to the open position.
2. Adjust the steering wheel to the
desired position.
3. Lock the desired position by pushing
the Tilt/Telescoping Control Handle to
the closed position.
Warning!
It is absolutely forbidden to carry out any
after-market operation involving steering
system or steering column modifications
(e.g. installation of anti-theft device) that
could adversely affect performance. Doing
so could void the New Vehicle Limited
Warrant, cause SERIOUS SAFETY
PROBLEMS INCLUDING INJURY, and also
result in the vehicle not meeting
type-approval requirements.
0403132225USSteering Wheel Adjustment
1 — Tilt/Telescoping Control Handle
2 — Closed
3 — Open
0403132226USSteering Wheel Adjustment
4 — Tilt Movement
5 — Telescoping Movement
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Power Folding
With the power mirror control knob in the
neutral position, rotate it to the power
folding position. Rotate the knob back to
the neutral position to return the mirrors
to the driving position.
If the power mirror control knob is moved
again during door mirror folding (from
closed to open position and vice versa),
the movement direction is reversed.
Automatic Activation
Activating the central door locking
system from outside the vehicle
automatically folds the mirrors. The
mirrors return to the driving position
when the vehicle is then unlocked.
If the door mirrors were folded using the
power mirror control knob, they can only
be returned to the driving position by
rotating the knob again.Note:
The power folding operation can
be enabled only when the vehicle speed is
lower than 31 mph (50 km/h).
Automatic Dimming Mirrors — If
Equipped
Like the electrochromic mirror, an
automatic dimming feature is also
available on the outside rear view mirrors
to prevent glare. The automatic dimming
button for these mirrors is the same as
the electrochromic mirror.
Warning!
Vehicles and other objects seen in an outside
convex mirror will look smaller and farther
away than they really are. Relying too much
on side convex mirrors could cause you to
collide with another vehicle or other object.
Use your inside mirror when judging the size
or distance of a vehicle seen in a side convex
mirror.
Heated Mirrors
Push the rear defrostbutton, located
within the climate controls, to activate
the heated mirrors.
EXTERIOR LIGHTS
Headlight Switch
The headlight switch is located to the left
of the steering wheel on the instrument
panel. This switch controls the operation
of the headlights, parking lights,
instrument panel lights, instrument panel
light dimming, interior lights and rear fog
lights.
In addition, there are buttons for parking
sensors deactivation and stop/start.
Refer to “Starting And Operating” for
further information.
04106S0005EMFolding Mirror
04126V0001NAHeadlight Switch
1 — Parking Sensors Deactivation But-
ton
2 — Parking Light, Daylight Running
Lights, Headlight Switch
3 — Instrument Panel Dimmer
4 — Rear Fog Light Button
5 — Stop/Start Button
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Note:Before exiting the vehicle, ensure
that the overhead lights are off. This will
prevent the battery from discharging
once the doors are closed. If a light is left
on accidently, the overhead lights will
turn off automatically approximately
15 minutes after the engine has been
cycled OFF.
Overhead Light Timing
On certain models, to assist getting in
and out of the vehicle at night or in
poorly-lit areas, two timed modes have
been provided.
Timing While Getting Into The Vehicle
— The overhead lights turn on according
to the following modes:
Will illuminate for a few seconds when
the doors are unlocked.
Will illuminate for approximately three
minutes when one of the doors is opened.
Will illuminate for a few seconds when
the doors are locked.
Timing is interrupted when the ignition is
cycled to ON mode.
Three Modes Are Available For Turning
Off Overhead Lighting:
When all doors are closed after
entering the vehicle, the three-minute
timer will stop and a seconds timer will
start for the interior lights. This timing
will stop when the ignition is cycled to ON
mode.
When doors are locked (either with key
fob or with key inserted on driver side
door), the overhead light turns off.
The interior lights will turn off after
15 minutes to preserve the battery.
Timing While Getting Out Of The
Vehicle — After cycling the ignition to
STOP mode, the overhead lights will turn
on as follows:
For a few seconds after the engine
stops.
For approximately three minutes when
one of the doors is opened.
For a few seconds when the last door
is closed.
The timing stops automatically when the
doors are locked.
Vanity Mirror Lights — If Equipped
On the driver and passenger sun visor,
there is a light that illuminates the sun
visor mirror when the sun visor is folded
down and the mirror cover is lifted. The courtesy light turns on automatically
by lifting the cover.Glove Compartment Light
This light turns on automatically when the
glove compartment is opened and turns
off when it is closed.
The light turns on and off regardless of
the ignition status.
0403132211USLift For Sun Visor Mirror
04136V0003EMGlove Compartment Light
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CLIMATE CONTROL
Passenger Compartment Air Vents
Side Air Vents
To adjust the position of the Side Air
Vents, move the Side Air Vent Adjuster
(2) in any direction.
Rotate the Side Air Vent Adjuster (2)
to adjust the air flow. Rotating the Side
Air Vent Adjuster (2) clockwise will close
the vent. Rotating it counterclockwise
will open the vent. Central Air Vents
To adjust the position of the Central
Air Vents, move the Central Air Vent
Adjuster (2) up or down.
Rotate the Central Air Vent Air Flow
Adjuster (4) to adjust the air flow.
Rotating Central Air Vent Air Flow
Adjuster (4) up will open the vents,
allowing for maximum airflow. Rotating it
down will close the vents. Rear Air Vents
To adjust the position of the Rear Air
Vents, move the Rear Air Vent Adjuster
(2) in any direction.
Rotate the Rear Air Vent Adjuster (2)
to adjust the air flow. Rotating the Rear
Air Vent Adjuster (2) clockwise will close
the vent. Rotating it counterclockwise
will open the vent.
0313132160USSide Air Vents
1 — Fixed Side Air Vents
2 — Side Air Vent Adjuster
0313132161USCentral Air Vents
1 — Adjustable Central Air Vents
2 — Central Air Vent Adjuster
3 — Central Air Vent Air Flow Adjuster
04156V0004EMRear Air Vents
1 — Adjustable Rear Air Vents
2 — Rear Air Vent Adjuster
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Climate Control Display Settings
The Climate Control settings are visible
on the Information and Entertainment
System radio screen.
The display on the Information and
Entertainment System is a pop up
window (1), which is activated by pushing
the buttons or turning the knobs on the
Climate Control system. The indicator
lights located on the buttons and knobs
indicate that the selected feature is
on/off. If no operation is performed for a
predetermined time, the pop-up will close
on the display.
Air Temperature Adjustment
Rotate the driver or passenger
Temperature Adjustment Knob clockwise
for warmer temperatures or
counterclockwise for cooler
temperatures. The set temperatures are
shown on the Information and
Entertainment System.
Push the SYNC button to sync the driver
and passenger air temperatures.
Rotate the passenger Temperature
Adjustment Knob to cancel the SYNC
function. This will set a new passenger
side temperature.
Rotate the Temperature Adjustment
Knob fully clockwise to engage the HI
(maximum heating) setting or fully
counterclockwise to engage the LO
(maximum cooling) setting. To deactivate
these functions, rotate the Temperature
Adjustment Knob to the desired
temperature.
Rear passengers’ temperature is linked
to driver side selection.
Air Distribution Selection
Push the Air Distribution Selection
button on the faceplate to change the
mode of air distribution. The follow
selectable option are explained below:
Air flow to the windshield and
demister window vents to
demist/defrost them.
Air flow at the central and side
dashboard vents to ventilate the
chest and the face.
Air flow to the front and rear floor
vents. This setting heats the
passenger compartment the
quickest.
Air flow distributed between the
floor vents (hotter air) and the
central and side dashboard vents
(cooler air). This air distribution
setting is useful on sunny days
during spring and autumn.
Air flow distributed between the
floor vents, windshield, and front
side window defrosting/demisting
vents. This distribution setting
warms the passenger compartment
while preventing the windows from
fogging up.0521128655USClimate Control Display Settings
1 — Climate Control Pop-up Display
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Air flow distribution between the
windshield demisting/defrosting
vents, and side/central dashboard
vents. This distribution setting
sends air to the windshield in sunny
conditions.
Air flow distribution to all vents on
the vehicle.
In AUTO mode, the Climate Controls
automatically manage the air
distribution. When set manually, the
respective symbols on the Information
and Entertainment System indicate the
air distribution setting.
Fan Speed Adjustment
Turn the Blower Speed Knob to increase
or decrease the blower speed. The speed
is displayed with lighted indicators in the
Information and Entertainment System
display.
Maximum fan speed = all indicators
illuminated on the Information and
Entertainment System display
Minimum fan speed = one indicator
illuminated on the Information and
Entertainment System display
The fan can be turned off by rotating the
Blower Speed Knob clockwise to position
O (all segments on the Information and
Entertainment System display are turned
off).
Note: To restore automatic control of
the fan speed, push the AUTO button.
AUTO Button
When the AUTO button is pushed
(indicator illuminated), the Climate
Control system automatically adjusts the
following settings:
Quantity and distribution of air flow in
the passenger compartment
The air conditioner
Air recirculation
Cancels any manual settings
Selecting the AUTO function illuminates
the indicator on the A/C button.
If air distribution or the fan speed is
manual adjusted, the AUTO button
indicator will turn off to indicate that the
Climate Control system is no longer in
AUTO mode.
After a manual adjustment, push the AUTO
button to resume the automatic system.
SYNC Button
Push the SYNC button (indicator
illuminated) to sync the passenger side
air temperature with the driver side air
temperature.
This function makes temperature
regulation easier when the driver is
traveling alone.
Turn the passenger Temperature
Adjustment Knob or push the passenger
side Air Distribution Selection Button to
change the passenger side air
temperature and return to separate air
temperature management.
Air Recirculation And Air Quality
System (AQS)
Air Recirculation is managed according to
the following operating mode:
Automatic engagement: indicator is
illuminated above the “A” on the Air
Recirculation Button
Forced activation (air circulation
always activated): indicator illuminated
above the
icon on the Air
Recirculation Button
Forced deactivation (air recirculation
always off with intake of outside air):
both indicators not illuminated on the Air
Recirculation Button
The three operating conditions are
obtained by pushing the Air Recirculation
Button
in sequence.
Enabling The Air Quality System (AQS)
Function — If Equipped
When the automatic recirculation
function is selected, the AQS function
automatically activates internal air
recirculation when the outside air is
polluted (e.g. in heavy traffic and tunnels).
At low external temperatures or in high
humidity, the automatic function turns
off to avoid fogging up the windows. The
user can select the function again by
pushing the Air Recirculation Button.
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