open Alfa Romeo 147 2010 Owner handbook (in English)

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THE ALFA ROMEO
CODE SYSTEM
To increase protection against attempted
theft, the car is fitted with an electronic en-
gine lock system (Alfa Romeo CODE) which
is activated automatically when the key is
removed from the ignition. In fact the grip
of each key contains an electronic device
which modulates the radio frequency signal
transmitted when the engine is started by a
special aerial incorporated in the ignition
switch. This modulated signal is the “pass-
word” by which the control unit recognises
the key and only in this condition can the
engine be started.
KEYS
Two keys are delivered together with the
car, (A-fig. 2) with metal insert and re-
mote control function.
The key remote control operates:
– Centralised door unlocking/locking
– Tailgate opening
– Electronic alarm on/off (if existing)
– Window and sunroof (if existing) un-
locking/locking.
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SYMBOLS
On some of the components making up
your
Alfa 147 GTA, or near to them,
special coloured labels have been attached.
These labels bear symbols that remind you
of the precautions to be taken as regards that
particular component.
A summary list of the symbols (fig. 1) is
to be found under the bonnet.

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The key metal insert operates:
– The ignition switch
-– the driver's door lock and, optional for
versions/markets where applicable, the pas-
senger's door lock
– The passenger’s side air-bag deactiva-
tion
– The fuel tank plug lock.
IMPORTANTTo guarantee the perfect
efficiency of the electronic devices contained
in keys, avoid letting tem directly exposed
to sunrays.
Together with the keys the CODE card is
provided (fig. 3), bearing in print the key
codes (both mechanical and electronic for
emergency start up).
The code numbers on the CODE card must
be kept in a safe place, not in the car.The driver should always keep the elec-
tronic code given on the CODE card with
him/her in the event of having to carry out
emergency starting.
WARNING - U.K. VEHICLES ONLY
At the behest of the motor insurance com-
panies the CODE card for emergency start-
ing and remplacement of keys is not pro-
vided. If you need assistance please contact
your nearest Alfa Romeo Dealer or telephone
free phone 0800 717000.If the car changes owner,
the new owner must be
given all the keys and the
CODE card.KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL
For versions/markets where applicable,
the key with remote control (fig. 4) is fit-
ted with:
– a metal insert (A) that can be enclosed
in the key grip
– a button (B) for remote door unlock-
ing and at the same time switching off the
electronic alarm
– a button (C) for remote door locking
and at the same time switching on the elec-
tronic alarm
– a button (D) for remote boot unlocking
– removable hook ring (E)
– a button (F) for power-assisted opening
of the metal insert.
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To insert the metal insert in the key grip,
keep the button (F) pressed and turn the
insert in the direction shown by the arrow
until hearing the click as it locks into place.
Then release the button (F).
To unlock the doors by remote control,
press button (B), the doors unlock and the
direction indicators flash twice. To lock the
doors by remote control, press button (C),
the doors lock and the direction indicators
flash once. Pressing button (B) the doors
are released, if within the next 60 seconds
a door or the tailgate are not opened, the
system automatically locks everything
again.
On cars fitted with electronic alarm system,
pressing button (B) turns it off, pressing but-
ton (C) turns it on while the transmitter
sends the code to the receiver. This code
(rolling code) varies at each transmission.
IMPORTANTIf when pressing button
(B,CorD) the control is rejected or is not
performed, the battery should be replaced
by a new one of the same type to be found
c/o normal retailers.OPENING THE TAILGATE
The tailgate can be opened from outside
by remote control pressing button (D), even
if the electronic alarm is on. Opening of the
tailgate is accompanied by the direction in-
dicators flashing twice; closing is accompa-
nied by a single flash.
If the electronic alarm is fitted, when the
tailgate is opened the alarm system switch-
es off volumetric protection and the tailgate
control sensor, the system (with the excep-
tion of versions for certain markets) “beeps”
twice. The metal insert (A) of the key operates:
– the ignition switch
– the driver's door lock and, optional for
versions/markets where applicable, the pas-
senger's door lock
– the passenger’s side Air bag deactivat-
ing switch
– the fuel cap lock.
When pressing the button
(F), take care to prevent
the metal insert from causing harm
or damage when it comes out. The
button (F) should only be pressed
when the key is away from the
body, in particular from the eyes,
and from objects that can be spoilt
(clothes for instance). Make sure
the key can never be touched by
others, especially children, who
may inadvertently press the but-
ton (F).
WARNING

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2) Should the warning light not be on at
the same time as the display of “IMMOBI-
LIZ. NOT PROGRAMMED” on the re-config-
urable multifunction display, this means that
the car is not protected by the engine block
device. Contact immediately the Alfa Romeo
Authorized Service to have all the keys
stored.
Should the warning light
turn on at the same time as
the display of the message
“IMMOBILIZ. NOT PROGRAMMED”
on the re-configurable multifunc-
tion display, 2 seconds after the ig-
nition key has been set to the po-
sition MAR, this means that the
key codes have not been stored,
and hence the car is not protected
against possible theft by the Alfa
Romeo CODE system. In this case
contact the Alfa Romeo Authorized
Service for storing the key codes. KEY BATTERY
REPLACEMENT
If when pressing button (B,CorD-
fig. 4) the control is rejected or is not per-
formed, the battery should be replaced by
a new one of the same type to be found c/o
normal retailers.Battery replacement:
– press button (A-fig. 5) and move the
metal insert (B) to the open position;
– using a finely-tipped screwdriver, turn
the opening device (C) and pull out the bat-
tery holder (D);
– replace the battery (E) making sure that
the bias is correct;
– re-insert the battery holder in the key
and lock it, turning the device (C).
Used batteries are harm-
ful to the environment.
They should be disposed of
as specified by law in the special
containers provided. Avoid expo-
sure to naked flames and high tem-
peratures. Keep out of reach of
children.
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ELECTRONIC ALARM
(optional for versions/markets
where applicable)
DESCRIPTION
The system comprises: a transmitter, re-
ceiver, control unit with siren and volumet-
ric sensors. The electronic alarm is controlled
by the receiver incorporated in the instru-
ment cluster and it is turned on and off by
the remote control in the key which sends
the crypted and variable code. The electronic
alarm controls: the unlawful opening of
doors, bonnet and boot (perimetral protec-
tion), operation of the ignition key, battery
cable cutting, the presence of moving bod-
ies in the passenger compartment (volu-
metric protection) any abnormal raising/
sloping of the car (for versions/markets
where applicable) and central door locking.
It also makes it possible to cut off the vol-
umetric protection.
IMPORTANTThe engine inhibitor func-
tion is guaranteed by the Alfa Romeo CODE
system which is activated automatically
when the ignition key is removed.
REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL
KEYS WITH REMOTE CONTROL
The receiver can recognise up to 5 keys
with incorporated remote control. Should a
new key with remote control be necessary
for any reason during the life of the car, con-
tact directly Alfa Romeo Authorised Services,
taking with you the CODE card, a personal
identity document and the car’s ownership
documents.
HOW TO ACTIVATE THE ALARM
With the doors, bonnet and boot shut and
the ignition key in the STOPorPARKpo-
sition (key removed), point the key with re-
mote control in the direction of the car, then
press and release the button (C-fig. 6).
With the exception of certain markets, the
system sounds a “beep” and the doors are
locked.
Engagement of the alarm is preceded by
a self-diagnostic test indicated by a different
flashing frequency of the deterrent led (A-
fig. 7) on the dashboard. If a fault is de-
tected the system sounds a further warn-
ing “beep”.
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– if the led continues flashing, but at dif-
ferent intervals than normal, this means that
different attempts to break in have occurred.
Through the number of flashes it is possi-
ble to identify the type of attempt:
1 flash:one or more doors
2 flashes:tailgate
3 flashes:bonnet
4 flashes:ultrasounds
5 flashes:abnormal vehicle lift-
ing/sloping (for ver-
sions/markets where ap-
plicable)
6 flashes:tampering with car starting
cables
7 flashes:tampering with battery ca-
bles or cutting emergency
key cables
8 flashes:connection line to sensors
and siren
9 flashes:at least three causes of
alarm.WHEN THE ALARM
IS TRIGGERED
When the system is on, the alarm comes
into action in the following cases:
– opening of one of the doors, bonnet or
tailgate;
– disconnection of the battery or section-
ing of electric cables;
– intrusion in the passenger compartment,
for example breakage of windows (volu-
metric protection);
– attempt to start the engine (key in
MARposition);
– abnormal car lifting/sloping (for ver-
sions/markets where applicable).
Depending on the markets, the cutting in
of the alarm causes operation of the siren
and hazard warning lights (for about 26 sec-
onds). The ways of operating and the num-
ber of cycles may vary depending on the
markets.
A maximum number of cycles is however
envisaged.
Once the alarm cycle has ended, the sys-
tem resumes its normal control function.
VOLUMETRIC PROTECTION
To make sure that the protection system
works correctly the side windows and sun-
roof (if fitted) must be properly shut.
The function can be cut off (if, for exam-
ple, leaving animals in the car) carrying out
the following operations in rapid succession:
starting from the condition with the igni-
tion key at MAR, move the key to STOP,
then immediately back to MARand then
toSTOPagain, then remove the ignition
key.
The deterrent led (A-fig. 7) on the dash-
board lights up for about 2 seconds to con-
firm that the function has been cut off.
To restore volumetric protection, move and
keep the ignition key at MARfor over 30
seconds.
If, with the volumetric protection function
deactivated, an electric control controlled by
the ignition key at MARis required (e.g.
power windows) turn the key to MAR, op-
erate the control and move the key to
STOPin a maximum time of 30 seconds.
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If the ignition device is
tampered with (for exam-
ple an attempted theft)
have it checked over by Alfa
Romeo Authorised Services before
travelling again.
STEERING LOCK
Engaging:
– move the key to STOPorPARK, then
remove the key and turn the steering wheel
slightly to facilitate the locking action.
Disengaging:
– turn the key to MARgently rocking the
steering wheel from side to side.
DOORS
OPENING/CLOSING FROM
OUTSIDE
To open the driver's door turn the key
clockwise and to open the passengers' door,
optional for versions/markets where ap-
plicable, turn the key anti-clockwise, then
remove the key and press the button (A-
fig. 9).
To close the door, turn the key in the lock
in the opposite direction to the one for open-
ing.
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Before opening a door, al-
ways make sure that it can
be done safely.
WARNING
Never remove the ignition
key with the car on the
move. The steering wheel would
lock automatically the first time the
steering wheel is turned. This al-
so occurs if the car is towed.
WARNING
When leaving the vehicle
always remove the key
from the ignition to prevent any oc-
cupants of the vehicle from acci-
dentally activating the controls.
Never leave children in the vehi-
cle unaccompanied. Remember to
engage the handbrake, and, if the
vehicle is parked on an uphill slope,
to engage first gear. If the vehicle
is facing downhill, engage reverse
gear.
WARNING
It is absolutely forbidden to
carry out whatever after-
market operation involving steering
system or steering column modifi-
cations (e.g.: installation of anti-
theft device) that could badly affect
performance and safety, cause the
lapse of warranty and also result in
non-compliance of the car with ho-
mologation requirements.
WARNING

FRONT SEATSCENTRAL LOCKING
This allows central locking of the door
locks.
To engage central locking, the doors must
be perfectly shut, otherwise, locking is de-
nied.
IMPORTANTWith central locking en-
gaged, pulling the inside lever for opening
one of the doors causes the unlocking also
of the other door.
In the event of a power cut off (blown
fuse, battery disconnected, etc.) it is still pos-
sible to work the lock by hand.
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OPENING/CLOSING
FROM INSIDE
To open the door, pull the handle
(A-fig. 10).
To close the door, pull it; then to prevent
opening from outside, press the button (A-
fig. 11) on the dashboard, the deterrent
led (B) on the actual button lights up with
a yellow light to confirm that locking has
taken place.
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Any adjustments are to be
carried out only with the
vehicle stationary.
WARNING
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POWER WINDOWS
The power windows are fitted with a safe-
ty system with crush-prevention seals. The
electronic control unit that operates the sys-
tem is capable of detecting the presence of
an obstacle during the window closing mo-
tion through the special seals. Should this
occur, the system stops the movement of
the window and reverses it immediately.
IMPORTANTIf the crush-prevention
function is operated for 3 times in 1 minute,
the system automatically sets to the recov-
ery mode (self-protection). To reset the cor-
rect system operating logic, use the control
button. The window will rise in predefined
steps until closing completely. The logic is
reset and if there are no faults, the window
winder automatically resumes normal op-
eration; if not, contact Alfa Romeo Autho-
rised Services.
IMPORTANTWith the ignition key at
STOPor removed, the power windows re-
main activated for about 3 minutes and are
deactivated immediately the moment a door
is opened.
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Passenger’s side (fig. 34)
The button (A) controls the passenger’s
side window.
IMPORTANTThe passenger side pow-
er window is provided with an “automatic
continuous operation” device both to low-
er and to raise the window. A brief push on
the upper or lower part of the button is suf-
ficient to start the run which continues au-
tomatically: the window stops at the re-
quired position by pushing once again in-
differently the upper or lower part of the but-
ton. Driver’s side (fig. 33)
The driver’s door panel contains the but-
tons that control the following windows,
with the ignition key at MAR:
A- left front window
B- right front window.
Press the button to lower the window. Pull
to raise it.
IMPORTANTThe driver’s power window
is fitted with the “continuous automatic op-
eration” device for both lowering and raising
the window. A brief press on the upper or
lower part of the button will cause it to move
and continue automatically: the window
stops in the required position by pressing ei-
ther the upper or lower part of the button
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Do not keep the button
pressed when the window
is completely raised or
lowered.
IMPORTANTAfter locking the doors,
keeping the corresponding button of the re-
mote control pressed for about 2 seconds
causes automatic closing of the windows
and sunroof (if present). The remote control
button should be pressed until the windows
have completed their stroke; releasing the
button sooner, the windows stop in the po-
sition they are in at that moment.
On all versions, after unlocking the doors,
keeping the remote control button pressed
for about 2 seconds the windows and sun-
roof (if present) are opened.SEAT BELTS
USING THE SEAT BELTS
The belt should be worn keeping the chest
straight and rested against the seat back.
Take hold the tongue (A-fig. 35) and in-
sert it into the buckle (B), until hearing the
locking click.
At removal, if it jams, let it rewind for a
short stretch, then pull it out again without
jerking.
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Improper use of power
windows can be danger-
ous. Before and during use, always
make sure that the passengers are
not exposed to the risk of harm ei-
ther directly by the moving win-
dows or by personal objects drawn
or knocked by them. When leaving
the car, always remove the ignition
key to prevent the power windows
from being operated inadvertent-
ly, and harming anyone left on
board.
WARNING