warning ALFA ROMEO STELVIO 2022 Owner's Guide

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WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND
WASHERS
The windshield wiper stalk is located on the right
side of the steering wheel.
The windshield wipers will only operate with the
ignition is placed in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
WINDSHIELD WIPER OPERATION
Rotating the switch to the Low Continuous Wiper
Speed position (2) activates the first (low) level
continuous speed of the windshield wipers in
manual mode.Rotating the switch to the High Continuous Wiper
Speed position (1) activates the second (high)
level continuous speed of the windshield wipers
in manual mode.
Windshield Wiper Stalk
Rain Sensors
Rotating the switch to the Low Sensitivity Rain
Sensing position (4), activates the first, less
sensitive level of the Rain Sensing function.
Rotating the switch to the High Sensitivity Rain
Sensing position (3), activates the second, more
sensitive level of the Rain Sensing function
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To use the washer, pull the windshield wiper lever
toward the steering wheel and hold.
Both the windshield washer jet and the
windshield wiper will be activated. The wipers and
washers will continue to operate until you let go
of the lever.
The windshield wiper stops working three strokes
after the stalk is released, followed by a final
stroke six seconds later to complete the cycle.
Mist
Push the lever upward to the MIST position and
release for a single wiping cycle.

NOTE:
The Mist feature does not activate the washer
pump; therefore, no washer fluid will be sprayed
on the windshield. The wash function must be
used in order to spray the windshield with washer
fluid.
For information on wiper care and replacement,
see

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CAUTION!
Turn the windshield wipers off when driving
through an automatic car wash. Damage to
the windshield wipers may result if the wiper
control is left in any position other than off.
In cold weather, always turn off the wiper
switch and allow the wipers to return to the
“park” position before turning off the engine.
If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers
freeze to the windshield, damage to the
wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is
restarted.
Always remove any buildup of snow that
prevents the windshield wiper blades from
returning to the off position. If the windshield
wiper control is turned off and the blades
cannot return to the off position, damage to
the wiper motor may occur.
1 — High Continuous Wiper Speed
2 — Low Continuous Wiper Speed
3 — High Sensitivity Rain Sensing
4 — Low Sensitivity Rain Sensing
5 — Windshield Wiper Off
WARNING!
Sudden loss of visibility through the
windshield could lead to a collision. You might
not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To
avoid sudden icing of the windshield during
freezing weather, warm the windshield with
the defroster before and during windshield
washer use.
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INTERIOR STORAGE AND
EQUIPMENT
GLOVE COMPARTMENT
The glove compartment is located on the
passenger side of the instrument panel.Opening The Glove Compartment
Pull the release handle to open the glove
compartment.
When the glove compartment is opened, a light
turns on to illuminate the inside of the
compartment.

NOTE:

If equipped with a lock, unlock the glove
compartment by placing the emergency key in
the lock on the handle.
Do not insert large objects that will prevent the
glove compartment from closing completely.
CENTER CONSOLE
The center console storage compartment is
located between the front seats.
To access the center console storage, lift the
upper part of the center console as shown below.
Center Console
REAR ARMREST
The rear armrest is foldable and can be stored in
the backrest.
To lower the armrest, pull on the tab located at
the top of the seatback and fold it downward.
To close the armrest, lift it until it is inserted
into the backrest.
There are two cupholders and a phone
compartment inside the armrest.
Rear Cupholder

NOTE:
The armrest was not designed to support the
weight of an adult passenger or a child. Only use
it to hold drinks or small objects.
POWER OUTLETS
The Instrument Panel Power Outlet is located on
the center stack under the climate controls. It will
only operate when the ignition is in the ON/RUN
position.
WARNING!
Do not operate this vehicle with a glove
compartment in the open position. Driving
with the glove compartment open may result
in injury in a collision.
WARNING!
Do not operate this vehicle with a console
compartment lid in the open position. Driving
with the console compartment lid open may
result in injury in a collision.
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Qi is a standard that uses magnetic induction to
transfer power to your mobile device.
Your mobile phone must be designed for Qi
wireless charging.

NOTE:

Do not place the key fob or any other type of
metal/magnetized object inside the mobile
phone housing or near the wireless charging
pad.
Be sure to place the mobile device correctly
(display facing upward) on the wireless
charging pad.
The ignition must be in the ON/RUN position in
order for the phone to charge.
To avoid interference with the key fob search,
the wireless charging pad will stop charging
when any door is opened.
The following messages will display in the radio
system:
“Your phone is being charged” — The phone
has begun to charge.
“Phone Fully Charged” — The phone has
completed charging its battery.
“Foreign Object Detected” — The phone is not
enabled for wireless charging or an object that
is not permitted has been placed on the
wireless charging pad.
“Unavailable System” — There is a malfunction
with the wireless charging pad.
The driver can deactivate these messages
through the radio system. Refer to the
Information and Entertainment System Owner’s
Manual Supplement for further information.
POWER WINDOWS
POWER WINDOW CONTROLS
The power window switches work with the ignition
in the ACC or ON/RUN position and for three
minutes after the ignition has been placed in the
OFF position. When one of the front doors is
opened, this operation is disabled.
The window controls on the driver's door control
all the door windows.
Power Window Switches The passenger door windows can also be
operated by using the single window controls on
the passenger door trim panel.
To open the window part way (manually), push
the window switch down briefly and release. Push
past the detent to activate “continuous
automatic” operation.
If the button is pushed again, the window will stop
in the desired position.
Pull the window switch to the first detent to move
the window upward. Pull the window switch to the
second detent, and the window will go up
automatically.
To close the window, pull the window switch up.
To stop the window during Auto-Up operation,
push or pull the window switch again.
CAUTION!
The key fob should not be placed on the
charging pad or within 6 inches (15 cm) of it.
Doing so can cause excessive heat buildup
and damage to the fob. Placing the fob in
close proximity of the charging pad blocks the
fob from being detected by the vehicle and
prevents the vehicle from starting.
1 — Front Left Window Switch
2 — Front Right Window Switch
3 — Rear Right Window Switch
4 — Window Lockout Switch
5 — Rear Left Window Switch
WARNING!
Never leave children unattended in a vehicle,
and do not let children play with power
windows. Do not leave the key fob in or near
the vehicle, or in a location accessible to
children. Occupants, particularly unattended
children, can become entrapped by the
windows while operating the power window
switches. Such entrapment may result in
serious injury or death.
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OPENING AND CLOSING THE SUNROOF
To open the sunroof’s front panel, push the
open/close button toward the rear of the vehicle
to open to the comfort position (half way).
Pushing the button a second time will open to the
fully open position.
To close the sunroof, push the open/close button
toward the front of the vehicle. The roof will close
completely.
The automatic motion can be interrupted in any
position by pushing the open/close button again.
VENTING SUNROOF
To bring the roof into vent position, push and
release the vent button.
This type of vent opening can be activated
regardless of the position of the sunroof. When
starting with the roof in the closed position,
pushing the vent button automatically causes the
sunroof to open to the vent position. If the roof is
already open, the button must be held until the
roof reaches the vent-opening position.
Pushing the vent button again during automatic
movement of the roof will stop it.
SUNSHADE OPERATION
The sunshade is power operated.
Push the Power Shade open/close button toward
the rear of the vehicle to open the sun shade.
Push the Power Shade open/close button toward
the front of the vehicle to close the sun shade.
The automatic motion can be interrupted in any
position by pushing the Power Shade open/close
button again.
PINCH PROTECT FEATURE

The sunroof has an anti-pinch safety system
capable of detecting the presence of an obstacle
during the closing movement. If an obstacle is
detected, the system intervenes and the
movement of the sunroof is immediately reversed.

RE-INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE
Automatic operation of the sunroof must be
re-initialized in case of faulty sunroof operation. It
may also be necessary to initialize the sunroof
after the vehicle’s battery has been disconnected
and then reconnected.

NOTE:
The anti-pinch safety device is deactivated during
the re-initialization procedure.
Proceed as follows:
1. With the ignition in the ON/RUN position, make sure the sunroof glass is fully closed
(sunshade open).
2. Open the driver’s side door, and place the ignition in the OFF position.
3. Within five seconds, place the ignition in the ACC or ON/RUN position.
4. Within 10 seconds, push and hold the sunroof close switch (forward). After
8 -10 seconds of holding the switch, the
re-initialization process will begin. Continue
to hold the switch while the sunroof motor
cycles, and the sunshade will fully close.
5. Once the sunroof glass and the power sunshade have stopped motion, release the
sunroof close switch, then push and hold it
again within five seconds. Continue to hold
the switch while the sunshade fully opens,
the sunroof glass fully opens, followed by the
glass fully closing then the sunshade fully
closing.
6. Release the switch once all of the operations stop. Re-initialization of the sunroof motors is
now complete.
WARNING!
Never leave children unattended in a vehicle,
or with access to an unlocked vehicle. Never
leave the key fob in or near the vehicle, or in
a location accessible to children. Do not
leave the Keyless Push Button Ignition in the
ON/RUN position. Occupants, particularly
unattended children, can become entrapped
by the power sunroof while operating the
power sunroof switch. Such entrapment may
result in serious injury or death.
In a collision, there is a greater risk of being
thrown from a vehicle with an open sunroof.
You could also be seriously injured or killed.
Always fasten your seat belt properly and
make sure all passengers are also properly
secured.
Do not allow small children to operate the
sunroof. Never allow your fingers, other body
parts, or any object, to project through the
sunroof opening. Injury may result.
CAUTION!
Do not open the sun roof if a roof rack or
crossbars are fitted. Do not open the sun roof
if there is snow or ice on it: you may damage it.
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NOTE:
If the switch is released prior to full completion of
the operations described, the entire re-initializa-
tion procedure must be repeated from step 1.
7. Confirm express operations for the sunroof glass and sunshade are functional for
opening and closing operations.
SUNROOF MAINTENANCE
Use only a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth
to clean the glass panel. Periodically check for
and clear out any debris that may have collected
in the tracks.
HOOD
OPENING THE HOOD
To open the hood, two latches must be released.
1. Pull the release lever located underneath the driver’s side of the instrument panel.
Hood Release Lever
2. Lift the hood slightly. Move the underhood latch from right to left to release the hood. Hood Latch Location
3. Raise the hood completely. The operation is assisted by the addition of two gas props
which hold it in the open position.

NOTE:

Do not tamper with the props and assist the
hood while lifting it.
Use both hands to lift the hood. Before lifting,
check that the windshield wiper arms are not
raised from the windshield or in operation.
Also, ensure that the vehicle is stationary and
that the Electric Park Brake is engaged.
CLOSING THE HOOD
To close, lower the hood to approximately
16 inches (40 cm) from the engine compartment
then let it drop. Make sure that the hood is
completely closed and fully latched.

NOTE:
Since the hood is equipped with a double locking
system, one for each side, you must check that it
is closed on each side.
POWER LIFTGATE
Unlocking of the liftgate is electrically operated
and is deactivated when the vehicle is in motion.
If anything obstructs the power liftgate while it is
closing or opening, the liftgate will automatically
reverse to the closed or open position, provided it
meets sufficient resistance.
OPENING
The liftgate may be released in several ways:
Pressing the liftgate release button on the key
fob twice within five seconds
Pushing the external liftgate release switch
(when the liftgate is unlocked)
Lifting the interior liftgate release button on
the driver’s door panel trim
WARNING!
Be sure the hood is fully latched before driving
your vehicle. If the hood is not fully latched, it
could open when the vehicle is in motion and
block your vision. Failure to follow this warning
could result in serious injury or death.
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Customizing The Liftgate Opening Height
To avoid difficulties in tight spaces, you can set
the height at which the liftgate opens to.
To customize the liftgate opening position, follow
the steps below:
1. Open the liftgate manually and move it to theposition that you want the liftgate to open to.
2. Press and hold one of the closing buttons for at least five seconds (successful program -
ming is indicated by the turn signals flashing
three times).
The liftgate is now programmed to open to the set
position.
This function can be selected on the radio
system.
To set the liftgate opening height, refer to the
Information and Entertainment System Owner’s
Manual Supplement for further information.
Hands-Free Liftgate — If Equipped
To operate the Hands-Free Liftgate system:
1. If the doors are locked, the system must detect the key fob near the liftgate.
2. If the doors are unlocked, the system does not have to detect the key fob near the lift -
gate.
3. Go to the rear of the vehicle, in the center and about 3 feet (1 m) from the liftgate.
4. Move your foot under the bumper, simulating a kick. When you have completed this move -
ment, withdraw your leg. To activate the lift -
gate, both sensors must detect your leg. Hands Free Liftgate Activation Zone
If it is closed, the Hands-Free Liftgate unlocks and
opens completely, and with another movement of
the foot, it stops. A further movement of the foot
reverses the direction and closes the liftgate
completely, if you do not stop it again.
If it is open, with a movement of the foot, the
Hands-Free Liftgate closes completely, and with
another movement of the foot, it stops. If the
liftgate is stopped, another movement of the foot
will reverse the direction and open it completely.

NOTE:
To conserve the battery charge, avoid performing
this operation repeatedly with the engine off.
You can activate/deactivate the Hands-Free
Liftgate on the radio system by pushing the MENU
button to select the Main menu, and selecting the
following items:
1. Settings
2. Doors And Locks
3. Automatic Liftgate Opening
LIFTGATE INITIALIZATION

NOTE:
Automatic operation of the liftgate must be initial -
ized again in case of faulty liftgate operation.
Proceed as follows:
1. Close all the doors and the liftgate.
2. Push the lock button on the key fob.
3. Push the unlock button on the key fob.
WARNING!
Driving with the liftgate open can allow
poisonous exhaust gases into your vehicle.
You and your passengers could be injured by
these fumes. Keep the liftgate closed when
you are operating the vehicle.
If you are required to drive with the liftgate
open, make sure that all windows are closed,
and the climate control blower switch is set
at high speed. Do not use the recirculation
mode.
During power operation, personal injury or
cargo damage may occur. Ensure the liftgate
travel path is clear. Make sure the liftgate is
closed and latched before driving away.
CAUTION!
The Hands-Free Liftgate can be turned off
manually in the radio system to avoid uninten -
tional activation. For further information refer
to the Information and Entertainment System
Owner’s Manual Supplement.
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CARGO AREA FEATURES
Retractable Cargo Area Cover
The Retractable Cargo Area Cover can be rolled
up and removed.
To Use The Cargo Area Cover:
1. From the rolled up (retracted) position, holdthe handle and pull the cover outward toward
the rear of the vehicle.
2. Then assist the cover pins into the slots located just inside the liftgate opening.
Retractable Cargo Area Cover
Removing The Cover:
1. Retract the cover by pulling the handle slightly rearward to release the cover pins.
2. Guide the cover forward until it is fully retracted. 3. Pull the two cover hooks (one on each side)
towards the inside of the cargo area. Then lift
the cover up and remove it.
Cover Attached
Rear Cargo Anchors
The cargo area floor may be equipped with fixed
or mobile anchoring loops that allow you to
anchor and secure luggage safely. The fixed anchor loops are located in the four
corners of the cargo floor.
Anchor Loops
Cargo Area Adjustable Rail — If Equipped
The mobile loops (if equipped), slide on two
guides secured to the cargo area floor.
To position a loop, push down the center button
while sliding the loop along the guide to the
desired position. Release the button and move
the loop slightly to the next fixed position in the
notches on the guide.
Adjustable Anchor Loop — If Equipped
1 — Handle
2 — Cover Pins3 — Cover Hook
WARNING!
In a collision, a loose cargo cover in the
vehicle could cause injury. It could fly around
in a sudden stop and strike someone in the
vehicle. Do not store the cargo cover on the
cargo floor or in the passenger compartment.
Remove the cover from the vehicle when
taken from its mounting. Do not store it in the
vehicle.
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Quadrifoglio Instrument Cluster
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DESCRIPTIONS
1. Tachometer•Indicates the engine speed in revolutions
per minute (RPM x 1000).
• Inside the tachometer there is a light
sensor capable of detecting ambient light conditions and adjusting the operatingmode (night/day) and the brightness of theinstrument panel and the Information andEntertainment System display. 2. Engine Oil Temperature Gauge
•The digital bar indicator monitors the
temperature of the engine oil and starts
supplying indications when the fluid temperature reaches approximately122°F (50°C).
• Under normal usage, the digital scale
should hover around the middle of thescale according to the working conditions.
WARNING!
A hot engine cooling system is dangerous. You
or others could be badly burned by steam or
boiling coolant. It is recommended to call an
authorized dealer for service if your vehicle
overheats

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3. Instrument Cluster Display•The instrument cluster display features a
driver interactive display

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4. Fuel Gauge •The digital bar gauge shows the amount of
fuel in the tank.
• The fuel reserve/limited range warning
light turns on, a message is displayed and
there is an acoustic signal when about 2.4 gallons (9 liters) of fuel are left in the tank.
• The fuel pump symbol points to the
side of the vehicle where the fuel door is
lo cated.
• Proceeding further, the second white
notch will go off and the last one will become red, together with the indication "E" present at the bottom of the tank. Fuel Level Gauge

NOTE:
If the low fuel warning light switches on, refuel at
the earliest opportunity.
5. Speedometer
•Indicates vehicle speed.

NOTE:
The hard telltales will illuminate for a bulb check
when the ignition is first cycled.
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
DISPLAY
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY
D
ESCRIPTION
This vehicle is equipped with a driver interactive
display that is located in the instrument cluster.
When one or more of the doors have been
opened or closed and the ignition is in the OFF
position, the instrument cluster will display the
vehicle mileage for a few seconds.
RECONFIGURABLE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
D
ISPLAY
During operation, the instrument cluster display
is divided into multiple sections which show
driving data, warnings, and failure indications.
Instrument Cluster Display
RECONFIGURABLE DISPLAY ITEMS
1. External Lights (Low Beam/High Beam)Display
2. Front, Side Anti-Collision Systems, Cruise Control Change Information
3. Speed Limiter Display
4. Driving Assistance Systems (FCW, LDW, LKA, HAS) Information Display
5. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) / Cruise Control (CC) Information Display
6. Traffic Sign Information (TSI) / Speed Limiter Information Display
7. Traffic Sign Information (TSI) Information Display
8. Time
9. External Temperature
CAUTION!
Driving with a hot engine cooling system could
damage your vehicle. If the temperature gauge
reads “H” pull over and stop the vehicle. Idle
the vehicle with the air conditioner turned off
until the pointer drops back into the normal
range. If the pointer remains on the “H”, turn
the engine off immediately and call an
authorized dealer for service.
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Race (If Equipped)
The display graphically shows the values of:
• engine torque;
• turbocharger pressure;
• engine oil pressure (L = low pressure/
H= high pressure).

NOTE:
The engine torque and turbocharger pressure
values vary according to the engine type.
Race
Dynamic
Acceleration Gauge The displayed parameters are related to vehi
-
cle stability, the graphs illustrate the trend of
the longitudinal/lateral accelerations (G-me -
ter information), considering gravity accelera -
tion as a reference unit.
Lateral acceleration peaks are also indicated.
11. Driving Mode Display (Alfa DNA System)
12. Distance Traveled (miles/km) display
13. Fuel Consumption
14. Warning Indications Display (e.g. danger of ice, open doors, ABS operation, etc.)
15. Range
CUSTOMER PROGRAMMABLE SETTINGS
Multiple settings can be programmed by the user
using the radio. This section describes only the
basic settings:
Units & Language
Clock & Date
Cluster
To access the settings list in the radio, proceed as
follows:
Press the Home button to access the main
menu.
Select Settings from the main menu using the
Rotary Knob or by pressing Settings on the
touchscreen. Rotary Knob
Units & Language
The following settings can be modified under the
“Units & Language” menu:
Units: select US, Metric, or Custom. The
custom option allows for individual selection of
the unit measures
Language: change the language of the system
Restore Unit & Language Settings: restores the
factory settings
To access and the change the setting, turn and
push the Rotary Pad or press the desired setting
on the touchscreen.
1 — ON/OFF Control And Volume Knob
2 — OPTION Button
3 — Rotary Pad
4 — Home Button
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