weight Alfa Romeo 147 2010 Owner handbook (in English)

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
32
GROUP 1
Starting from 9 kg to 18 kg in weight, chil-
dren may be carried facing forwards with
seats fitted with front cushion (fig. 44),
through which the car seat belt restrains both
child and seat. The results of research on the best pro-
tection for a child are summarised in Euro-
pean Standard ECE-R44, which in addition
to making them compulsory, subdivides re-
straint systems into five groups:
Group 0 until 10 kg in weight
Group 0+ until 13 kg in weight
Group 1 9-18 kg in weight
Group 2 15-25 kg in weight
Group 3 22-36 kg in weight
As it may be noted, the groups partially
overlap and in fact, in commerce it is pos-
sible to find devices that cover more than
one weight group (fig. 42).
All the restraint devices must bear the ho-
mologation data, together with the control
brand, on a solidly fixed label which must
absolutely not be removed.
Over 1.50 m in height, from the point of
view of restraint systems, children are con-
sidered as adults and wear belts normally.
The Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo includes
seats for each weight group, which are the
recommended choice because they have
been designed and specifically experiment-
ed for Alfa Romeo cars.
GROUP 0 and 0+
Babies up to 13 kg must be carried fac-
ing behind (fig. 43) on a cradle seat,
which, supporting the head, does not induce
strain on the neck in the event of sharp de-
celeration.
The cradle is restrained by the car safety
belts, as illustrated, and it should in turn
restrain the child with the belts incorporat-
ed on it.
fig. 43
A0A0389m
fig. 44
A0A0390m
The illustration is indica-
tive only for assembly. As-
semble the seat according to the
compulsory instructions provided
with it.
WARNING
The illustration is indica-
tive only for assembly. As-
semble the seat according to the
compulsory instructions provided
with it.
WARNING

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
33
GROUP 2
Starting from 15 to 25 kg in weight, chil-
dren may be restrained directly by the car
seat belts. Child seats only have the func-
tion of positioning the child correctly in re-
lation to the belts, so that the diagonal part
adheres to the chest and never to the neck
and that the horizontal part adheres to the
child’s pelvis and not to the abdomen (fig.
45).
GROUP 3
For children from 22 kg up to 36 kg the
child’s chest is thick enough not to need the
spacer back rest any more.
fig. 46shows proper child seat posi-
tioning on the rear seat.
Over 1.50 m in height, children may wear
seat belts like adults.
fig. 45
A0A0391m
fig. 46
A0A0392m
The illustration is indica-
tive only for assembly. As-
semble the seat according to the
compulsory instructions provided
with it.
WARNING
The illustration is indica-
tive only for assembly. As-
semble the seat according to the
compulsory instructions provided
with it.
WARNING
Seats exist which are suit-
able for covering weight
groups 0 and 1 with a rear connec-
tion to the car belts and its own
belts to restrain the child. Because
of their mass, they can be danger-
ous if installed incorrectly fastened
to the car belts with a cushion.
Strictly adhere to the assembly in-
structions provided.
WARNING

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34
PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON CHILD’S SEAT USE
Alfa 147 GTAcomplies with the new EC Directive 2000/3 regulating child’s seat assembling on the different car seats according to
the following table:
Versions rear seats
U
U
U
U U
U
U
U L
L
L
L 0 - 13 kg
9 -18 kg
15 - 25 kg
22 - 36 kg
Group Range of weight SEAT
Front passenger Rear side Rear centre
passenger seat passenger seat
(inertial seat belt with
three anchor points)
Group 0,0+
Group 1
Group 2
Group 3
Key:
U= suitable for child restraint systems of the “Universal“ category, according to European Standard ECE-R44 for the specified “Groups“
L= suitable for certain child’s restraint systems available at Lineaccessori Alfa Romeo for the specified group

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR
128
OPENING FROM INSIDE
(fig. 126)
Tailgate is released electrically and this can
be performed only when the ignition key
is in positionMARwith car at a standstill
or in STOPorPARKposition for 3 min-
utes without unlocking/locking one of the
doors.
To unlock the tailgate, press button (A)
on the centre console panel.
Tailgate raising is facilitated by the gas
shock springs.
OPENING WITH REMOTE
CONTROL
(fig. 127)
The tailgate can be opened by remote con-
trol from outside pressing the button (A),
also when the electronic alarm is engaged.
Opening of the tailgate is accompanied by
a double flash of the direction indicators;
closing is accompanied by a single flash.
If an electronic alarm is fitted, with the
opening of the tailgate, the alarm system
switches off volumetric protection and the
tailgate control sensor, the system “beeps”
twice (with the exception of certain mar-
kets).
Closing the tailgate again, the control func-
tions are restored, the system “beeps” twice
(with the exception of certain markets).
The gas springs are cali-
brated to ensure correct
tailgate raising with the
weights foreseen by the manufac-
turer. The arbitrary addition of
items (such as spoilers, etc.) may
compromise the correct operation
and safety of the actual tailgate.
fig. 127
A0A0131m
LUGGAGE
COMPARTMENT
The tailgate can be opened:
from the outside of the car - by a
remote control impulse;
from the inside of the door - by de-
pressing the button (A-fig. 126).
IMPORTANTThe non perfect hatchback
closure is shown by the
´symbol being
turned on as the same time as the dedicat-
ed message on the re-configurable multi-
function display.
fig. 126
A0A0129m

CORRECT USE OF THE CAR
182
Tyres
Check the pressure of the tyres routinely at
an interval of no more than 4 weeks: if the
pressure is too low consumption levels in-
crease as resistance to rolling is higher. It
should be underscored that in these condi-
tions tyre wear increases and vehicle per-
formance is lower, therefore also its safety.
Useless loads
Never travel with an overload in the boot.
The weight of the vehicle (especially in ur-
ban traffic), and its geometry heavily affect
consumption levels and stability.
Luggage/ski racks
Remove the luggage rack or ski rack from
the roof as soon as they are no longer used.
These accessories lower air penetration and
adversely affect consumption levels. When
needing to carry particularly voluminous ob-
jects, preferably use a trailer.Electric services
Use electric devices only for the amount of
time needed. Rearscreen heating, addition-
al headlights, windscreen wipers and heater
fan need a considerable amount of energy
therefore, increasing the requirement of cur-
rent increases fuel consumption (up to
+25% in the urban cycle).
Climate control system
The climate control system is a further load
bearing heavily on the engine inducing high-
er consumption levels (up to +20% on av-
erage). Outside temperature permitting,
preferably use the air vents.
Aerodynamic items
The use of non-certified aerodynamic items
may adversely affect air drag and con-
sumption levels.DRIVING STYLE
Starting
Do not warm the engine with the car at a
standstill or at idle or high speed: under
these conditions the engine warms up much
more slowly, increasing electrical consump-
tion and emissions. It is therefore advisable
to move off immediately, slowly, avoiding
high speeds. This way the engine will warm
faster.
Pointless manoeuvres
Avoid accelerating when waiting at traffic
lights or before switching off the engine. This
and also double declutching is absolutely
pointless on modern cars and also increase
consumption and pollution.
Gear shifting
As soon as the conditions of the traffic and
road allow, use a higher gear. Using a low
gear to obtain brilliant performance increases
consumption. In the same way improper use
of a high gear increases consumption, emis-
sions and engine wear.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
243
IDENTIFICATION
LABEL
This (fig. 2) is to be found on the front
cross member of the engine compartment.
It contains the following information:
(A)Space for details of national ho-
mologation
(B)Space for punching the consecutive
chassis number
(C)Space available for maximum
weights authorised by various na-
tional regulations
(D)Space for version and any supple-
mentary indications to those speci-
fied(E)Space for smoke coefficient (Diesel
versions)
(F)Space for punching manufacturer’s
name.
BODYWORK LABEL
This is located in the engine bay, to one
side of the upper right shock absorber
(fig. 3) and contains:
– Type of vehicle: ZAR 937.000
– Manufacturer’s serial number (chassis
number).
IDENTIFICATION
D ATA
You are advised to note the identification
codes. The identification data stamped and
given on the labels and their position are
the following (fig. 1):
1- Identification label
2- Body label
3- Bodywork paint identification label
4- Engine label.
T T
E E
C C
H H
N N
I I
C C
A A
L L
S S
P P
E E
C C
I I
F F
I I
C C
A A
T T
I I
O O
N N
S S
fig. 1
A0A0462m
fig. 2
A0A0246m
fig. 3
A0A0247m

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
253
LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT- SALOON VERSIONS
WEIGHTS
Capacity dm3
Capacity with rear seat back rest folded dm3
3.2 V6 24V
280
1030
Kerb weight kg
Max. permitted weight (*) kg
Payload including driver (**) kg
(*) Weight not to be exceeded. The Driver must arrange the goods in the luggage compartment and/or load surface so that they comply with these limits.
(**) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof etc.) the unladen weight increases, thus reducing the payload as specified in the maximum weight allowed.
3.2 V6 24V
1360
1880
520
3.2 V6 24V Selespeed
280
1030
3.2 V6 24V Selespeed
1360
1880
520

ALPHABETICAL INDEX
281
Starting with an auxiliary
battery..................................... 189
Steering lock ............................... 15
Steering system
- adjustment lever...................... 22
- technical specifications.............. 247
Steering wheel
- adjustment lever ................ 22
Sunroof ...................................... 127
- emergency manoeuvre ............. 128
- opening-closing........................ 127
- raising at rear.......................... 128
Sun visors ................................... 125
Symbols ..................................... 5-6
Tailgate
- opening from inside ................. 128
- opening with remote
control .............................. 8-128
Technical specifications.......... 243Towing the car ............................. 217
Trailer towing............................... 185
Transmission
- specifications .......................... 246
Trip computer .............................. 72
Trip meter reset............................ 51
Tyres
- correct reading ........................ 249
- FIX&GO kit for quick
tyre repairing .......................... 191
- inflating pressure ..................... 248
- snow chains ............................ 186
- types of tyres and rims ............. 248
- winter .................................... 185Use of non-toxic material............. 174
Useful accessories ........................ 187
VDC system .............................. 136
Vehicle data plate ................... 243-244
Vehicle dimensions ....................... 252Vehicle identification ..................... 243
Vehicle inactivity .......................... 186
- using again ............................. 187
Vehicle maintenance.............. 221
Volumetric protection .................... 13
Warning lights .......................... 77
Washing the car
- engine compartment ................ 242
- exterior .................................. 241
- interior ................................... 242
Weights ...................................... 253
Wheels
- FIX&GO kit for quick
tyre repairing .......................... 191
- geometry ............................... 251
- snow chains ............................ 186
- tyre inflating pressure ............... 248
- tyres and rims.................. 249-250