phone Alfa Romeo MiTo 2011 Owner handbook (in English)

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR CAR123
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RADIO TRANSMITTERS AND CELLULAR PHONES
Radio transceiver equipment (vehicle mobile phones, CB radios,
amateur radio and similar equipment) shall not be used inside
the car unless a separate aerial is mounted on the roof.
IMPORTANT The use of these devices inside the passenger com-
partment (without a separate aerial) may cause the vehicle elec-
trical systems to malfunction. This could compromise safety in ad-
dition to constituting a potential hazard for passengers.
In addition, transmission and reception of these devices may be af-
fected by the shielding effect of the car body. With regards to the
use of EC-approved mobile phones (GSM, GPRS, UMTS), adhere
strictly to the instructions for use provided by the mobile phone
manufacturer.
PARKING SENSORS
(for versions/markets, where provided)
The parking sensors are located in the rear bumper fig. 80 and their
function is to inform the driver, through an intermittent buzzer, of
the presence of obstacles behind the car.
ACTIVATION
The sensors are activated by engaging reverse gear. As the distance
from the obstacle behind the car decreases, the acoustic alarm
becomes more frequent.
fig. 80A0J0088m

IN AN EMERGENCY163
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In an emergency we recommend that you call the freephone number found in the Warranty Booklet.
You can also consult www.alfaromeo.com to find Alfa Romeo Authorised Services your nearest
Starting the engine ..................................................................... 164
Replacing a wheel ....................................................................... 165
“Fix&Go Automatic” Kit ............................................................... 173
Changing a bulb .......................................................................... 178
Replacing exterior bulbs................................................................ 180
Replacing an interior bulb.............................................................. 184
Replacing fuses ........................................................................... 187
Recharging the battery ................................................................. 196
Lifting the car ............................................................................. 199
Towing the car ............................................................................ 199

218CARE AND MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT If the battery remains with the charge below 50%
for a long time it becomes damaged through sulphation and its
starting capacity is reduced.
The battery will also be more at risk of freezing (this can happen
as early as –10°C). Refer to the paragraph “Car inactivity” in chap-
ter “3” if the car is left parked for a long time.
If after having purchased your car you decide to add accessories re-
quiring permanent electrical power (alarm etc.) or accessories that
require large amounts of power, please consult an Alfa Romeo
Authorised Services. They can calculate the overall electrical re-
quirement.
The battery fluid is poisonous and corrosive. Avoid
contact with the skin and the eyes. Keep naked
flames and sources of sparks away from the bat-
tery: risk of explosion and fire.
Running the battery with an excessively low liquid
level will damage the battery beyond repair and
may even cause an explosion.
Incorrect assembly of electric and electronic devices
may cause severe damage to your car. Go to an Al-
fa Romeo Authorised Services if you want to in-
stall accessories after having purchased your car (alarms,
mobile phone, etc.): they will be able to suggest the most
suitable devices and advise you if a higher capacity bat-
tery needs to be installed.
Batteries contain substances that can be very dan-
gerous for the environment. Contact an Alfa Romeo
Authorised Services to replace the battery.
If the vehicle must remain unused for a long time
at very low temperatures, remove the battery and
take it to a warm place, to avoid freezing.
When performing any operation on the battery
or near it, always protect your eyes with the spe-
cial goggles.

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Lane Change” function ................ 77
Load limiters............................... 135
Luggage compartment
– closing ................................. 100
– extending the luggage
compartment ........................ 101
– opening ................................ 99
Main beam headlights
– activation............................. 77
– bulb replacement ................... 180
Maintenance
– demanding use of the car ........ 207
– periodic checks...................... 207
– scheduled maintenance ........... 202
– scheduled servicing plan .......... 203
Menu ........................................ 32
Menu options ............................. 32
MSR (system)............................ 110
Multifunctional display .................. 26
Navigation system (wiring) ......... 121
Number plate lights
– bulb replacement ................... 183
Oddment compartment ............... 89
Oil engine .................................. 214
S.B.R. system ............................ 133
Safe lock (device) ....................... 51
Safety ....................................... 131
Saving fuel................................. 158
Seat belts
– pretensioners........................ 135
– S.B.R. system ....................... 133
– seat belt maintenance ............ 137
– using the seat belts ................ 132
Seats
– adjustment ....................... 56-57
– cleaning ............................... 225
– Easy Entry ............................ 58
– seat warming ........................ 58
Sensors
– automatic headlights ..............76
– rain ..................................... 80
– parking ................................ 123
Service Plan ............................... 203
– regular checks....................... 207
Setting off and driving .................. 153
Side bags ................................... 149
Sidelights/daytime lights
– activation............................. 76
– bulb replacement ...............180-182
Snow chains ............................... 162Paint ........................................ 223
Parking ...................................... 156
– handbrake ............................ 156
Performance ............................... 241
Power windows ........................... 96
Pretensioners.............................. 135
Protecting the environment ........... 130
Puddle lights
– bulb replacement ................... 187
Radio transmitters and
cellular phones.......................... 123
Radio wiring system ..................... 121
Rear fog lights
– activation . ............................ 87
– bulb replacement ................... 183
Rear screen wiper
– activation............................. 79
– brushes ................................ 220
– sprays .................................. 221
Rear view mirrors ........................ 61
Reconfigurable
multifunctional display ................ 27
Reversing light
– bulb replacement ................... 183
Roof rack/ski rack ....................... 104