ECU Alfa Romeo Giulietta 2017 Owner's Manual

THE KEYS
MECHANICAL KEY
Operation
The metal insert 1 fig. 1 operates:
the ignition switch;
the door lock.
KEY WITH REMOTE CONTROL(for versions/markets, where provided)
Operation
The metal insert 1 fig. 2 operates:
the ignition device;
the door lock.
Press button 2 to open/close the metal
insert.
1)
Door and boot locking
Brief press of button
: locks doors,
switches off internal roof lights with
single flash of direction indicators (for
versions/markets, where provided).
Press twice or hold down the button
on the remote control to open the
luggage compartment remotely. The
direction indicators will flash twice to
indicate that the boot has been opened.
REQUESTING ADDITIONAL REMOTE
CONTROLS
The system can recognise up to 8 keys
with incorporated remote control. If you
need to request a new remote control,
contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership, taking
the CODE Card (for versions/markets,
where provided), an identity document
and documents proving ownership of the
car with you.
REPLACING THE BATTERY IN THE KEY
WITH REMOTE CONTROL
Procedure
1)
press button 1 fig. 3 and move the
metal insert 2 to opening position; turn
screw 4 to
using a fine bit
screwdriver;
remove battery compartment 5 and
replace battery 3, respecting the polarity;
reinsert compartment 5 in the key and
secure it by turning screw 4 to
.
SAFE LOCK DEVICE(for versions/markets, where provided)
This safety device inhibits the operation
of the interior door handles and the door
locking/unlocking button. We recommend
that you activate this device each time
you park your car.
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Heating can be set to 3 different levels (0
= seat heating off).
REAR SEATS
Folding the seats
Proceed as follows:
raise the head restraints to the
maximum height and remove them
following the procedure as described in
the paragraph "Head restraint".
move the seat belts to the side,
making sure that they are correctly
extended and not twisted;
raise lever 1 fig. 11 to fold the left or
right side of the backrest and then guide
the backrest onto the cushion (when
lever 1 is raised, you will see a “red band”
2).Repositioning the rear seat
Move the seat belts to the side, making
sure that they are correctly extended and
not twisted.
Raise the previously folded backrest until
you hear the click of the locking
mechanism, visually checking that the
“red bands” on levers 1 fig. 11 are no
longer visible. The “red band” indicates
that the backrest is not secured.
Finally, reposition the head restraints,
inserting them correctly into their
housings.
WARNING
6)All adjustments must be made with the
car stationary.7)Once you have released the adjustment
lever, always check that the seat is locked on
the guides by trying to move it back and
forth. If the seat is not locked into place, it
may unexpectedly slide and cause the driver
to lose control of the car.
8)For maximum safety, keep the backrest
upright, lean back into it and make sure the
seat belt fits closely across your chest and
pelvis.
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WARNING
17)A heavy load that has not been secured
may cause serious injuries to passengers in
the event of an accident.
18)If you are travelling in an area with
limited opportunities for vehicle refuelling
and you wish to bring petrol with you in a
petrol can, you must do so in compliance with
current regulations and using an approved
can, appropriately secured to the load
securing attachments. In the event of a
collision the fire risk is increased all the
same.
HEADLIGHTS
LIGHT BEAM DIRECTION
The correct orientation of the headlights
is important for the driver's comfort and
safety as well as for all other road users.
This is also covered by a specific rule of
the highway code.
The headlights must be correctly
directed to ensure the best visibility
conditions for all drivers. Contact a Alfa
Romeo Dealership to have the headlights
checked and adjusted, if necessary.
FOG LIGHTS ALIGNMENT(for versions/markets, where provided)
Contact a Alfa Romeo Dealership to have
the headlights checked and adjusted, if
necessary.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLIGHTS ABROAD
The dipped beam headlights are aligned
to comply with the regulations of the
country of purchase. When driving in
countries with a different traffic
direction, to avoid blinding the drivers
travelling in the opposite direction, it is
necessary to cover the areas of the beam
according to the provisions of the
Highway Code of the country you are
driving in.
Alfa DNASYSTEM (Car dynamic
control system)
This device allows, using lever 1
fig. 33 (on the central tunnel), three car
response modes to be selected according
to driving style and road conditions:
d=Dynamic(sports driving mode);
n=Natural(mode for driving in normal
conditions);
a=All Weather(mode for driving in
poor grip conditions, such as rain and
snow).
The lever 1 is of the monostable type. In
other words, it always remains in a
central position.
The selected driving mode is indicated by
the corresponding LED switching on in
the panel and by an indication on the
reconfigurable multifunction display.
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SEAT BELTS
USING THE SEAT BELTS
The belt should be worn keeping the
torso straight and rested against the
backrest.
To fasten the seat belts, hold the tongue
1 fig. 41 and insert it into the buckle 3,
until it clicks into place.
On removal of the belt, if it jams, let it
rewind for a short stretch, then pull it out
again without jerking.
To unfasten the seat belts, press button
2 and guide the seat belt with your hand
while it is rewinding, to prevent it from
twisting.
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The retractor may lock when the vehicle
is parked on a steep slope: this is
perfectly normal.Furthermore, the reel mechanism locks
the belt if it is pulled sharply or in the
event of sudden braking, collisions and
high-speed bends.
The rear seat is fitted with inertia seat
belts with three anchor points and a
retractor.
Wear the rear seat belts as illustrated in
fig. 42.
IMPORTANT IMPORTANT The backrest
is correctly secured when the red band 1
fig. 43 on the backrest folding handles
2 disappears. This red band indicates
that the backrest is not secured.IMPORTANT When putting the rear seats
back to their normal position, make sure
the seat belts are positioned so they are
ready to use.
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WARNING
53)Never press button 2 when travelling.
54)Remember that, in the event of an
accident, the rear seat passengers not
wearing seat belts are exposed to a very
serious risk and also represent a serious
danger for the front seat occupants.
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secured on both sides (red bands not visible)
to prevent it from moving forward in the
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62)Should it be necessary to carry a child on
the passenger side front seat in a rear facing
child restraint system, the passenger side
front airbag and side bag must be
deactivated through the display main menu
(see the "Display" paragraph, "Knowing the
instrument panel" chapter), verifying
deactivation by checking whether the
OFF LED has switched on in the trim
located on the dashboard. Move the
passenger's seat as far back as possible to
avoid contact between the child seat and the
dashboard.
63)Do not move the front or rear seat if a
child is seated on it or on the dedicated child
restraint system
FITTING "UNIVERSAL" CHILD
RESTRAINTSYSTEM (with seat
belts)
GROUP 0 and 0+
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Babies up to 13 kg must be carried with a
rear facing child restraint system of a
type as shown in fig. 48 which, supporting
the head, does not induce stress on the
neck in the event of sudden
decelerations.
The child restraint system is secured by
the vehicle seat belts, as shown in
fig. 48 and it must restrain the child in
turn with its own belts.
GROUP 1
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Children of weight from 9 to 18 kg may
be transported in forward facing child
restraint systems fig. 49.
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PASSENGER SEAT COMPLIANCE WITH REGULATIONS ON UNIVERSAL CHILD RESTRAINTSYSTEM USE
According to the European Directive 2000/3/EC the suitability of each passenger seat position for the fixing of universal child
restraint systems is shown in the following table:
Group Weight groups Front passenger's seat(*)Rear (side and central) seats
Group 0, 0+ up to 13 kgU (**) U
Group 1 9-18 kgU (**) U
Group 2 15-25 kgU (**) U
Group 3 22-36 kgU (**) U
(*) IMPORTANT: NEVER fit a rearward-facing child seat in the front passenger seat if the airbag is active. If you wish to fit a rearward-facing child seat
in the front passenger seat, first deactivate the relative airbag (see instructions in the paragraph (Supplementary protection system (SRS) –
Airbag”)
U (**) With a height adjustable seat, put the backrest in the vertical position.
U= suitable for child restraint systems of the “Universal” category, according to European Standard EEC-R44 for the specified “Groups”.
WARNING
64)Child restraint systems with Isofix attachments are available for a safe anchoring to the seat without using the car seat belts. See paragraph
"Isofix child restraint system setup" for the fitting instructions.
65)The diagram is indicative and for fitting purposes only. Fit the child restraint system according to the instructions, which must be included.
66)When the child restraint system is not used, secure it with the seat belt or with the ISOFIX anchorages, or remove it from the vehicle. Do not
leave it unsecured inside the passenger compartment. In this way, in the case of sudden braking or an accident, it will not cause injuries to the
occupants.
67)After installing a child restraint system, do not move the seat: always remove the child restraint system before making any adjustment.
68)Always make sure that the diagonal section of the seat belt does not pass under the arms or behind the back of the child. In the event of an
accident the seat belt will not be able to secure the child, with the risk of injury, including fatal injury. Therefore the child must always wear the seat
belt correctly.
69)Incorrect fitting of the child restraint system may result in an inefficient protection system. In the event of an accident the child restraint
system may become loose and the child may be injured, even fatally. When fitting a restraint system for newborns or children, strictly comply with
the instructions provided by the Manufacturer.
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ISOFIX CHILD RESTRAINT
SYSTEM SETUP
The vehicle is equipped with ISOFIX
anchorages, a new standard which makes
fitting a child restraint system quick,
simple and safe.
Traditional child restraint systems can be
fitted alongside Isofix child restraint
systems on different seats in the same
car.
As an example, fig. 52 shows an example
of a Universal Isofix child restraint
system for weight group 1.
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The other weight groups are covered by
specific Isofix child restraint systems,
which can be used only if specifically
tested for this car (see list of cars
provided with the child restraint system).
IMPORTANT The central rear seat is not
approved for any type of Isofix child
restraint system.
INSTALLING A UNIVERSAL ISOFIX
CHILD RESTRAINTSYSTEM
Proceed as follows:
attach the child restraint system to
the special lower metal rings 2 fig. 53,
located inside the rear seat backrest (to
access the rings lift hinge 1);
secure the upper belt (available
together with the child restraint system)
to the special attachments 1
fig. 54 located in the rear part of the
backrest.It is possible to have a mixed assembly of
traditional child restraint systems and
Universal Isofix ones. Remember that
when using a Universal Isofix child
restraint system, you can only use
approved child restraint systems with
the marking ECE R44 (R44/03 or
superior) “Universal Isofix”.
The Universal Isofix "Duo Plus" child seat
and the special "G 0/1 S" seat are
available from Lineaccessori MOPAR®.
For any further installation/usage details,
refer to the “Instruction Manual”
provided with the child restraint system.
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Main recommendations to carry
children safely
Install the child restraint systems on
the rear seat, which is the most protected
position in the event of an impact.
Keep children in rearward facing child
restraint systems for as long as possible,
at least until 3–4 years old.
Should a rearward facing child
restraint system be installed on the rear
seats, it is advisable to position it as far
forward as the position of the front seat
allows.
If the passenger side front airbag is
deactivated always check the permanent
switching on of the warning light
in
the trim above the interior rear view
mirror to make sure that it has actually
been deactivated.
Carefully follow the instructions
supplied with the child restraint system
itself. Keep the instructions in the vehicle
along with the other documents and this
handbook. Do not use second-hand child
restraint systems without instructions.
Only one child is to be strapped into
each restraint system; never carry two
children simultaneously.
Always check that the seat belts do
not rest on the child’s neck.
Always check that the seat belt is well
fastened by pulling on it.
While travelling, do not let the child sit
incorrectly or unfasten the belts.
Never allow a child to put the belt's
diagonal section under an arm or behind
their back.
Never carry children on your lap, even
newborns. No one can hold a child in the
case of an accident.
In the event of an accident, replace the
child restraint system with a new one. In
addition, and depending on the type of
child restraint system installed, replace
the seat belt with which the child
restraint system was connected.
WARNING
70)The diagram is indicative and for fitting
purposes only. Fit the child restraint system
according to the instructions, which must be
included.
71)If a Universal ISOFIX child seat system
is not fixed to all three anchorages, it will not
be able to protect the child correctly. In a
crash, the child could be seriously or fatally
injured.
72)Fit the child restraint system when the
car is stationary. The child restraint system
is correctly secured to the brackets when
you hear the click. Follow the instructions for
assembly, disassembly and positioning that
the Manufacturer must supply with the child
restraint system.
73)Do not use the same lower anchorage to
install more than one child restraint system.74)Fit the child restraint system when the
car is stationary. The child restraint system
is correctly secured to the brackets when
you hear the click. Follow the instructions for
assembly, disassembly and positioning that
the Manufacturer must supply with the child
restraint system.
75)If the vehicle was involved in an accident
of a certain severity, have the ISOFIX
anchorages and the child restraint system
replaced.
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WHEN PARKED
Always remove the ignition key when
leaving the car.
When parking and leaving the car,
proceed as follows:
engage a gear (1st gear if facing uphill
or reverse if facing downhill) and leave
the wheels turned;
stop the engine and engage the
handbrake.
Block the wheels with a wedge or a stone
if the car is parked on a steep slope.
On versions equipped with Alfa TCT
transmission, before releasing the brake
pedal, wait for letter P to be displayed.
IMPORTANTNEVERleave the car with
the gearbox in neutral (or, on versions
equipped with Alfa TCT transmission,
before placing the gear lever at P).
HANDBRAKE
To engage the handbrake, pull lever 2
fig. 62 upwards until the car is secured.
When the handbrake is engaged and the
ignition key is on MAR-ON, the
instrument panel warning light
will
switch on.
To release it, raise lever 2 slightly, hold
down button 1 and lower the lever: the
warning light
on the instrument
panel switches off.
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IMPORTANT Carry out these
manoeuvres with the brake pedal
pressed.
IMPORTANT For cars equipped with a
front armrest, lift it up to ensure that it
does not interfere with the action of the
handbrake.
WARNING
95)Never leave children unattended in the
car. Always remove the key from the ignition
when leaving the car and take it with you.
96)The car should be braked after a few
clicks of the parking brake: if this is not so,
contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have it
adjusted. Always park the car safely as
indicated by the Highway Code and as
described above.
TWIN CLUTCH TRANSMISSION
(for versions/markets, where provided)
SELECTOR LEVER
The lever has the following positions:
P= Park
R= Reverse
N= Neutral
D= Drive, (automatic forward speed)
+= Sequential upshifting
−= Sequential downshifting
If the lever is used in sequential mode,
moving the latter from D to the left, the
positions towards + or – are unstable.
The lever has a button A, which must be
pressed to move the lever to P or R.
Shifting from D to "Sequential mode" and
vice versa is free.
Shifting from D to N is free.
Shifting from N to R and from R to P is
possible only with button on gear lever
pressed.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Starting is only permitted with gear lever
in position P or N (with or without brake
pedal pressed).
On starting, the system is at N or P (the
latter means neutral, but with the car’s
wheels locked mechanically).
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When reverse gear is engaged an
acoustic signal is automatically activated
if there is an obstacle within the range of
operation.
The acoustic signal:
increasesas distance between the car
and the obstacle decreases;
becomes continuouswhen the
distance between the car and the
obstacle is less that 30 cm and stops
immediately if the distance increases;
is constantif the distance is unvaried;
if this situation occurs for the side
sensors, the signal will stop after about
3 seconds to avoid, for example,
indications in the event of manoeuvres
alongside walls.
OPERATION WITH A TRAILER
Parking sensor operation is automatically
turned off when the trailer electric cable
plug is fitted into the car tow hook
socket.
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The sensors are automatically
reactivated when the trailer's cable plug
is removed.
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IMPORTANT NOTES
During parking manoeuvres, pay the
utmost attention to any obstacles that
could be located above or below the
sensors.
Objects set close to the car rear, under
certain circumstances are not detected and
could therefore cause damage to the car or
be damaged.
The following conditions may influence the
performance of the parking assistance
system:
reduced sensor sensitivity and a
reduction in the parking assistance
system performance could be due to the
presence on the surface of the sensor of:
ice, snow, mud, thick paint
The sensors may detect a non-existent
obstacle (echo interference) due to
mechanical interference, for example when
washing the car, in rain (strong wind), hail.
The signals sent by the sensors can also
be altered by the presence of ultrasonic
systems (e.g. pneumatic brake systems or
pneumatic drills) near the vehicle.
sensor performance can also be
influenced by the position of the sensors.
For example by a change in the ride setting
(caused by the wear of the shock
absorbers, suspension), overloading the car
and carrying out specific tuning operations
that require the car to be lowered;
The detection of obstacles at the top
part of the car may not be guaranteed
because the system detects obstacles that
could cause an impact with the car in the
bottom part.
IMPORTANT
31)The sensor must be free of mud, dirt,
snow or ice in order for the system to work.
Be careful not to scratch or damage the
sensors while cleaning them. Avoid using dry,
rough or hard cloths. The sensors must be
washed using clean water, with the addition
of vehicle shampoo if necessary. When using
special washing equipment such as high
pressure jets or steam cleaning, clean the
sensors very quickly keeping the jet more
than 10 cm away.
WARNING
103)Only have the bumpers repainted or
any retouches to the paintwork in the area of
the sensors carried out by an Alfa Romeo
Dealership. Incorrect paint application could
affect the operation of the parking sensors.
104)Parking and other dangerous
manoeuvres are, however, always the
driver’s responsibility. While carrying out
these manoeuvres, always make sure that
no people (especially children) or animals are
in the area concerned. The parking sensors
are an aid for the driver, but the driver must
never allow their attention to lapse during
potentially dangerous manoeuvres, even
those executed at low speeds.
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