light Alfa Romeo 4C 2015 Owner handbook (in English)

IMPORTANT
11) Keep your speed down when
snow chains are fitted; do not
exceed 50 km/h. Avoid potholes,
steps and pavements and avoid
driving for long distances on
roads not covered with snow to
prevent damaging the car and the
road surface.
CAR INACTIVITY
If the vehicle is to be left inactive for
longer than a month, observe the
following precautions:
❒park the car in covered, dry and if
possible well-ventilated premises and
slightly open the windows;
❒check that the handbrake is not
engaged;
❒disconnect the negative battery
terminal and check the battery
charge. Repeat this check once
every three months during storage.
For optimum preservation of the
battery charge, it is advisable to use
the charge-holder (for versions/
markets, where provided, or
alternatively, available from
Lineaccessori). For more details on
its operation, refer to the attached
Supplement;
❒if the battery is not disconnected
from the electrical system, checks its
state of charge every thirty days;
❒clean and protect the painted parts
using protective wax;❒sprinkle talcum powder on the rubber
blade of the windscreen wiper and lift
it off the glass (for the correct lifting
procedure, refer to the "Windscreen
wiper" paragraph in the
"Maintenance and care" chapter);
❒cover the car with a cloth or
perforated plastic sheet. Do not use
sheets of non-perforated plastic
as they do not allow moisture on the
car body to evaporate;
❒inflate tyres to +0.5 bar above the
standard prescribed pressure and
check it periodically;
❒do not drain the engine cooling
system;
❒every time the car is left inactive for
two weeks or longer, run the air
conditioning system for about
5 minutes, set to outside air and with
fan set to maximum, with the engine
idling; this operation will ensure
adequate lubrication to minimise the
possibility of damage to the
compressor when the system is put
back into operation;
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STARTING THE
ENGINE
Contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership immediately if
warning
light stays on constantly on the
instrument panel.
JUMP STARTING
If the battery is flat, start the engine
using an auxiliary battery with the same
capacity or a little higher than the flat
one.
12)91)
Proceed as follows to start the car:
❒connect the positive terminals (+ sign
near the terminal) of the two batteries
with a jump lead fig. 79;❒with a second lead, connect the
negative terminal(−)oftheauxiliary
battery to an earthing point
on
the engine or the gearbox/
transmission of the car to be started;
❒start the engine; when the engine has
started, remove the leads, reversing
the order above.
If after a few attempts the engine does
not start, do not persist but contact
the dedicated Alfa Romeo Dealership.
IMPORTANT Do not connect the
negative terminals of the two batteries
directly! If the auxiliary battery is
installed on another car, check that
there is no accidental contact between
metallic parts of the two cars.
BUMP STARTING
Never, under any circumstances, jump
start the engine by pushing, towing
or coasting downhill.
IMPORTANT
12) Never use a fast battery charger
to start the engine as this could
damage the electronic systems
and the ignition and engine supply
control units.
WARNING
91) This procedure must be
performed by qualified personnel
as incorrect actions may cause
high-intensity electrical discharge.
Furthermore, battery fluid is
poisonous and corrosive: avoid
contact with skin and eyes. Keep
naked flames and lit cigarettes
away from the battery and do not
cause sparks.
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REPAIRING A WHEEL
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
The car is equipped with a quick tyre
repair device called the "Fix&Go
automatic" kit.
92) 94)
To use it, follow the instructions below.
93) 95) 96)13)2)
"Fix&Go automatic" KIT
It is located in the luggage
compartment.
The kit includes:
❒bottle A fig. 80 containing sealant
and fitted with: filling tube B and
adhesive label C with the wording
“max. 80 km/h” to be placed in
a clearly visible position (e.g. on the
dashboard) after repairing the tyre;
❒compressor D complete with
pressure gauge and connectors;
❒an information leaflet fig. 81,
providing instructions for using the kit
correctly. This booklet should be
given to the persons charged with
handling the tyre treated with this kit;
❒a pair of gloves located in the side
compartment of the compressor;
❒adaptors for inflating different
elements.IMPORTANT The sealant is suitable for
use at temperatures in the range from
−20°C to +50°C. The sealant has an
expiry date.INFLATION PROCEDURE
Proceed as follows:
97)
❒engage the handbrake, unscrew the
tyre valve cap, take out filler hose A
fig. 82 and tighten ring nut B on
the tyre valve;
❒make sure that switch A fig. 83 for
the compressor is in position 0 (off),
start the engine, insert the plug
into the cigar lighter socket on the
central tunnel (see fig. 84) and switch
on the compressor by bringing
switch A fig. 83 to I (on);
❒inflate the tyre to the pressure
indicated in the “Wheels” paragraph
in the “Technical data” chapter. In
order to obtain a more precise
reading, check the pressure value on
pressure gauge B fig. 83 with the
compressor off;
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WARNING
92) Indicate the presence of the
stationary car in accordance with
current regulations: hazard
warning lights, warning triangle,
etc. Those on board should get
out of the vehicle and wait for the
wheel to be repaired away from
the threat posed by the traffic.
If parked on a slope or rough
surface, chock the wheels with
wedges or other suitable devices
(for the correct procedure for
parking the car safely, refer to the
"Parking" paragraph in the
"Starting and driving" chapter).
93) Give the booklet to the
technicians who will be handling
the tyre that was treated using
the "Fix&Go automatic" kit.
94) A repair is not possible if the
wheel rim is damaged (groove
is deformed, causing air to
escape). Do not remove foreign
bodies (screws or nails) from the
tyre.95) Do not use the compressor for
more than 20 consecutive
minutes. Risk of overheating. The
kit is not suitable for definitive
repairs, so the repaired tyres may
only be used temporarily.
96) The bottle contains ethylene
glycol and latex: it may cause
an allergic reaction. It is harmful if
swallowed. Eye irritant. It may
cause sensitisation if inhaled or
on contact. Avoid contact with
eyes, skin and clothes. In the
event of contact, rinse
immediately with plenty of water.
If ingested, do not induce
vomiting. Rinse out your mouth,
drink large quantities of water and
seek immediate medical attention.
Keep out of the reach of children.
The product must not be used
by asthmatics. Do not inhale the
vapours during insertion and
suction. Call a doctor immediately
if allergic reactions are noted.
Store the bottle in its special
compartment, away from sources
of heat. The sealant has an expiry
date. Replace the bottle if the
sealant has expired.
97) Wear the protective gloves
provided with the kit.98) Apply the adhesive label where it
can be easily seen by the driver as
a reminder that the tyre has been
treated with the quick repair kit.
Drive carefully, especially on
corners. Do not exceed 80 km/h.
Avoid sudden acceleration or
braking.
99) If the pressure has fallen below
1.8 bar, do not drive any further:
the Fix&Go automatic quick tyre
repair kit cannot guarantee proper
hold because the tyre is too
damaged. Contact a dedicated
Alfa Romeo Dealership.
100) Always indicate that the tyre
was repaired using the quick
tyre repair kit. Give the booklet to
the personnel charged with
handling the tyre treated with the
repair kit.
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WARNING
101) The space-saver wheel (for
versions/markets, where
provided) is specific to your car,
do not use it on other models,
or use the space-saver wheel of
other models on your car. The
space-saver wheel must only be
used in the event of emergency. It
must only be used for the
distance necessary to reach a
service point and the car speed
must not exceed 80 km/h. The
space-saver wheel has an orange
label that summarises the main
cautions for use and limitations.
Never remove or cover the label.
The following information is
provided in four languages on the
label: "Important! For temporary
use only! 80 km/h max! Replace
with a standard wheel as soon as
possible. Never cover this
indication."102) Use your hazard lights, warning
triangle, etc to show that your car
is stationary. Passengers should
get out of the car and wait for the
wheel to be changed away from
the traffic. In the event of a wheel
change on a slope or on
unsurfaced roads, chock the
wheels.
103) Car handling is modified with
the space-saver wheel fitted.
Avoid violent acceleration and
braking, abrupt steering and fast
cornering. The overall duration
of the space-saver wheel is of
about 3000 km, after which the
relevant tyre must be replaced
with another one of the same
type. Never install a standard tyre
on a rim that is designed for use
with a space-saver wheel. Have
the wheel repaired and refitted as
soon as possible. Using two or
more space-saver wheels at the
same time is forbidden. Do not
grease the stud bolt threads
before you fit them, because they
could suddenly come loose.104) Use the jack only to replace
wheels on the car with which it
is supplied or on other cars of the
same model. Never use the jack
for other purposes, such as lifting
other car models. Never use it
for repair operations under the
car. Incorrectly positioning the
jack may cause the car to fall. Do
not use the jack for loads higher
than those shown on the label.
105) The space-saver wheel cannot
be fitted with snow chains.
IMPORTANT
14) Contact a dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership as soon as possible to
have the correct tightening of
the wheel stud bolts checked.
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CHANGING A BULB
15)
106) 107) 108)
GENERAL
INSTRUCTIONS
❒Before changing a bulb check the
contacts for oxidation;
❒replace blown bulbs with others of
the same type and power;
❒after replacing a headlight bulb,
always check its alignment;
❒when a light is not working, check
that the corresponding fuse is intact
before changing the bulb. For the
location of fuses, refer to the
paragraph “If a fuse blows” in this
chapter.IMPORTANT
15) Halogen bulbs must be handled
by holding the metallic part only.
Touching the transparent part
of the bulb with your fingers may
reduce the intensity of the
emitted light and even reduce the
lifespan of the bulb. In the case
of accidental contact, rub the
lamp with a cloth and spirit and
leave to dry.
WARNING
106) Modifications or repairs to the
electric system that are not
carried out properly or do not take
the system technical
specifications into account can
cause malfunctions leading to the
risk of fire.
107) Halogen bulbs contain
pressurised gas; in the case of
breakage they may burst.108) Due to the high supply voltage,
gas discharge bulbs (Bi-Xenon)
should only be replaced by
specialised personnel: danger of
death! Contact a dedicated Alfa
Romeo Dealership.
IMPORTANT When the weather is cold
or damp or after heavy rain or washing,
the surface of headlights or rear lights,
may steam up and/or form drops of
condensation on the inside. This is
a natural phenomenon due to the
difference in temperature and humidity
between the inside and the outside
of the glass which does not indicate a
fault and does not compromise the
normal operation of lighting devices.
The mist disappears quickly when the
lights are turned on, starting from
the centre of the diffuser, extending
progressively towards the edges.
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Bulbs Type Power Ref. Figure
Front side lights/Daytime running lights (DRL) LED - -
Rear side lights LED - -
Dipped/Main beam headlights (versions with
Bi-Halogen headlights) (for versions/markets,
where provided)H7 55 W D
Dipped/Main beam headlights (versions with
Bi-Xenon headlights) (for versions/markets, where
provided)D1S 35 W -
Dipped/Main beam headlights (versions with
Bi-LED headlights) (for versions/markets, where
provided)LED - -
Front direction indicators PY21W 21 W B
Rear direction indicators PY21W 21 W B
Side direction indicators WY5W 5 W A
Brake lights LED - -
3rd brake light LED - -
Number plate lights W5W 5 W A
Rear fog light W16W 16 W A
Reversing light W16W 16 W A
Roof light C10W 10 W C
Luggage compartment light W5W 5 W A
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REPLACING
EXTERIOR BULBS
FRONT LIGHT CLUSTERS
These contain the bulbs for the side
lights/daytime running lights (DRL),
dipped beam headlights, main beam
headlights and direction indicators. The
bulbs are arranged as follows fig. 96:
ASide lights/daytime running lights
BDipped/main beam headlights
CDirection indicators
To replace the bulbs for the dipped and
main beam headlights and for the
direction indicators open the
corresponding protective flaps on the
inner wheel arch fig. 97 that can be
located by steering the wheel
completely.A - direction indicator bulb protective
flap
B - dipped/main beam headlight bulb
protective flap
Side lights/daytime
running lights (DRL)
These are LEDs. For the replacement,
contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
Dipped/main beam
headlights
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒steer the wheel completely;
❒open the protective flap B fig. 97 by
rotating the fixing screw;
❒take out the electric connector A fig.
98 and then rotate the bulb holder B
clockwise and remove it;
❒extract the bulb and replace it;❒refit the new bulb, making sure that it
is locked correctly, and reconnect the
connector A;
❒close the protective flap B fig. 97.
Direction indicators
Front
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒steer the wheel completely;
❒open the protective flap A fig. 97 by
rotating the fixing screw;
❒take out the electric connector A fig.
99 and then rotate the bulb holder B
clockwise and remove it;
❒extract the bulb and replace it;
❒refit the new bulb, making sure that it
is locked correctly, and reconnect the
connector A;
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❒close the protective flap A fig. 97.

Side
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒adjust the lens A in the point shown
in figure fig. 100 to compress the
retaining clip B, then pull the cluster
outwards;
❒turn the bulb holder B anticlockwise,
extract the bulb and replace it;
❒refit the bulb holder B in the lens and
turn it clockwise;
❒refit the cluster making sure that the
internal clip clicks into position.REAR LIGHT CLUSTERS
These contain the bulbs for the side
lights, direction indicators and brake
lights.
Direction indicators
To change the bulb, proceed as follows:
❒remove the protective cap A fig. 101
(one for each side) on the side cover
of the luggage compartment.
❒remove the second protective cap in
rubber B fig. 102 inserting the hand
inside the hole.
❒rotate the bulb holder and extract it;
❒replace the bulb by pressing it and
turning it anticlockwise;
❒refit the previously removed
protective caps.Side lights/brake lights
These are LEDs. For the replacement,
contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
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REAR FOG LIGHT/
REVERSING LIGHT
109)
To replace the rear fog light bulbs A fig.
103 or the reversing lights B fig. 103
proceed as follows:
❒turn the bulb holder C fig. 104
anticlockwise, extract the bulb and
replace it.3
rdBRAKE LIGHTS
These are LEDs. For the replacement,
contact the dedicated Alfa Romeo
Dealership.
NUMBER PLATE LIGHTS
To replace the bulbs proceed as
follows:
❒adjust the lens A in the point shown
in figure fig. 105 laterally to compress
the retaining clip, then pull the
number plate light cluster A out;
❒turn bulb holder B fig. 106
anticlockwise, extract bulb C and
replace it.
WARNING
109) The rear fog light and the
reversing light are located close to
the exhaust pipes; take the
utmost care not to get burnt
during the bulb replacement.
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