Alfa Romeo Giulia (2022 year). Manual in english — page 6

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AST (Alfa™ Steering Torque) SYSTEM

52)

The AST function integrates the ESC

system with the electric power steering

to increase the safety level of the whole

car.
In critical situations (braking on surfaces

with different grip conditions), through

the AST function, the ESC system

controls the steering to implement an

additional torque contribution on the

steering wheel, to suggest the most

correct manoeuvre to the driver.
The coordinated action of the brakes

and steering increases the sensation of

safety and control of the car.

ATV (Alfa™ Active Torque Vectoring)

SYSTEM

The dynamic drive control is used to

optimise and balance the drive torque

between the wheels of the same axis.

The ATV system improves grip when

cornering by sending more drive torque

to the outside wheel.
Given that, in a turn, the external wheels

of the car travel more than the internal

ones and therefore turn faster, sending a

higher thrust to the external rear wheel

allows for the car to be more stable

and to not suffer a phenomenon called

"understeer". Understeer occurs when,

during a turn, a car tends to widen the set

trajectory, in this situation the lateral

acceleration the car is subjected to

becomes higher that the grip of the tyres,

which are unable to maintain the car in

the trajectory set by the driver through

the steering angle determined by turning

the steering wheel.

WARNING

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For maximum efficiency of the braking

system, a bedding-in period of about 500 km

(310 miles) is required: during this period it

is advisable to avoid sharp, repeated and

prolonged braking.

41)

If the ABS intervenes, this indicates that

the grip of the tyres on the road is nearing

its limit: you must slow down to a speed

compatible with the available grip.

42)

The system cannot overrule the natural

laws of physics, and cannot increase the grip

available according to the condition of the

road.

43)

The system cannot prevent accidents,

including those due to excessive speed on

corners, driving on low-grip surfaces or

aquaplaning.

44)

The capability of the system must never

be tested irresponsibly and dangerously,

in such a way as to compromise personal

safety and the safety of others.

45)

For the correct operation of the system,

the tyres must of necessity be the same

make and type on all wheels, in perfect

condition and, above all, of the prescribed

type and dimensions.

46)

The features must not induce the driver

to take unnecessary or unwarranted risks.

Your driving style must always be suited

to the road conditions, visibility and traffic.

The driver is, in any case, responsible for

safe driving.

47)

There may be a brief delay in shifting to

AWD mode after a tyre slipping event.

48)

When a DTC system failure symbol

appears, the driver must be aware of the

different driving reaction and therefore
reduce the speed The symbol

warns the

driver not to drive in areas that require four-

wheel drive or on snow-covered roads.

49)

The ESC system cannot prevent

accidents, including those due to excessive

speed on corners, driving on low-grip

surfaces or aquaplaning.

50)

The HSA system is not a parking brake;

therefore, never leave the car without

having engaged the electric parking brake,

turned the engine off and engaged first

gear, so that it is parked in safe conditions

(for further information read the "Parking"

paragraph in the "Starting and driving"

chapter).

51)

There may be situations on small

gradients (less than 8%), with vehicle laden,

in which the Hill Start Assist system may not

activate, causing a slight reversing motion

and increasing the risk of collision with

another vehicle or object. The driver is, in

any case, responsible for safe driving.

52)

The AST system is an aid for driving and

does not relieve the driver of responsibility

for driving the car.

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DRIVING ASSISTANCE

SYSTEMS

The car can feature the following driving

assistance systems:

BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring)
ABSA (Active Blind Spot Assist)
FCW (Forward Collision Warning)
TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring

System)

DAA (Driver Attention Assist)

For the operation of the BSM / ABSA

/ FCW / TPMS / DAA systems, see the

following pages.
The car may also be fitted with the

following driving assistance systems:

LDW (Lane Departure Warning)
LKA (Lane Keeping Assist)
HAS (Highway Assist)
TJA (Traffic Jam Assist)
ACC (Active Cruise Control)
ISC (Intelligent Speed Control)
TSR (Traffic Sign Recognition)

For the operation of the LDW / LKA /

HAS / TJA / ACC / ISC / TSR systems, see

the "Starting and driving" chapter.

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BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring) SYSTEM

(where provided)
The BSM (Blind Spot Monitoring) system

uses two radar sensors, located in the

rear bumper (one for each side - see

fig. 93), to detect the presence of cars

(cars, trucks, motorbikes, etc.) in the rear

side blind spots of your car.

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The system warns the driver about the

presence of vehicles in the detection

area by lighting up, on the relevant side,

the warning light located on the door
mirror fig. 94 and, where provided, by

means of an acoustic warning (if the

respective item is programmed on the

Connect system).
The default setting is “Sound and

Display”.

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When the engine is started the warning

light turns on to signal the driver that the

system is active.

Activation / deactivation

The system can be

activated/deactivated using the "Driver

Assistance" menu and then selecting

"Safety" on the Connect system.

Sensors

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The sensors are activated when any

forward gear is engaged at a speed equal

to or higher than 6 mph (10 km/h), or

when reverse gear is engaged.
The sensors are temporarily deactivated

when the car is stationary and the P

(Park) mode active.
The detection area of the system covers

about a lane on both sides of the car

(around 10 ft / 3 metres).

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This area begins from the door mirror

and extends for about 6 metres towards

the rear part of the vehicle.
When the sensors are active the system

monitors the detection areas on both

sides of the car and warns the driver

about the possible presence of cars in

these areas.
While driving, the system monitors

the detection area in three different

situations:

when you are being overtaken by a

vehicle;

when you are overtaking a vehicle;
when a vehicle approaches from the

side;
to check whether it is necessary to send

a signal to the driver on both sides.

Important notes

The system does not signal the presence

of fixed object (e.g. safety barriers,

poles, walls, etc.). However, in some

circumstances, the system may activate

in the presence of these objects. This

behaviour is normal and does not

indicate a system malfunction.
The system does not warn the driver

about the presence of cars coming from

the opposite direction, in the adjacent

lanes.
If a trailer is hitched to the car, the

system automatically deactivates.

For the system to operate correctly,

the rear bumper area where the radar

sensors are located must stay free from

snow, ice and dirt gathered from the road

surface.
Do not cover the rear bumper area where

the radar sensors are located with any

object (e.g. adhesives, bike rack, etc.).
If, after purchasing the vehicle, you

wish to install the tow hook, you need to

deactivate the system via the Connect

system. To access the function, on the

main menu select the following items in

sequence: "Settings", "Safety" and "Blind

Spot Alert".

Rear view

The system detects vehicles

approaching from the rear of the car

on both sides and entering the rear

detection area with a difference in speed

of less than approximately 25 mph

(40 km/h) with respect to your car.

Overtaking vehicles

If another vehicle is overtaken slowly

(with a difference in speed of less than

about 15.5 mph / 25 km/h) and this stays

in the blind spot for about 1.5 seconds,

the warning light on the door mirror of

the corresponding side lights up.
If the difference in speed between the

two vehicles is greater than about

15.5 mph (25 km/h), the warning light does

not light up.

RCP (Rear Cross Path detection)

This function helps the driver during

reverse maneuvers in the case of

reduced visibility.
The RCP function the rear detection

areas on both sides of the car, to detect

objects moving towards the sides of the

car at a minimum speed between about

0.6 mph (1 km/h) and 2 mph (3 km/h) and

objects moving at a maximum speed of

22 mph (35 km/h), as generally happens in

parking areas.
The function activation is signaled to the

driver by a visual and acoustic warning.
WARNING If the sensors are covered by

obstacles or vehicles, the system will not

warn the driver.

Operating mode

The system may be

activated/deactivated via the Connect

system. On the main menu select the

following items in sequence: "Settings",

"Safety" and "Blind Spot Alert".

"Blind Spot Alert", "Visual" mode

When the system is enabled and

presence of a vehicle in the blind spot is

detected, a visual warning is sent to the

door mirror on the side of the detected

object.
The visual warning on the mirror will blink

if the driver switches on the direction

indicators to indicate the intention to

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change lane in the direction of the

detected object.
The warning will be fixed if the driver

stays on the same lane.

"Blind Spot Alert" function

deactivation

When the function is deactivated ("Blind

Spot Alert" mode at "OFF"), the BSM

or RCP systems will not emit neither

acoustic nor visual warnings.
The BSM system will store the operating

mode running when the engine was

stopped. Each time the vehicle is started

the previously stored mode will be

recalled and used.

ABSA (Active Blind Spot Assist)

SYSTEM

(where provided)

56) 57) 58)

It is a driving assistance system able to

avoid/limit lateral collisions with cars

coming from adjacent lanes by changing

the trajectory of the vehicle with the aim

of keeping it in the detected lane.
If the direction indicator on the

corresponding side is switched on, the

system alerts you of the presence of

vehicles in the detection area by flashing

the light on the door mirror fig. 95 on the

corresponding side. Acoustic warnings

and/or steering wheel vibrations and/or

counter-steering torque on the steering

wheel may be applied according to

the corresponding settings set in the

"Driver Assistance" menu on the Connect

system.
When the engine is started, the warning

light turns on to indicate to the driver

that the system is active (the warning

light comes on if the system is activated

through the Connect system menu).

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Sensors

The system uses two radar sensors,

located in the rear bumper (one for each
side - see fig. 96) to detect the presence

of vehicles (cars, trucks, motorbikes,

etc.) in the rear side blind spots of the

car.
The sensors are activated when any

forward gear is engaged at a speed equal

to or higher than 6 mph (10 km/h), or

when reverse gear is engaged.
The sensors are temporarily deactivated

when the car is stationary and the P

(Park) mode active.
The detection area of the system covers

about a lane on both sides of the car

(around 10 ft / 3 metres). This area begins

from the door mirror and extends for

about 20 ft (6 metres) towards the rear

part of the car.

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While driving, the system monitors

the detection area in three different

situations:

when you are being overtaken by a

vehicle;

when you are overtaking a vehicle;
when a vehicle approaches from the

side;
to check if it is necessary to intervene in

order to keep the vehicle inside the lane

on both sides.

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Activation / deactivation

The system can be

activated/deactivated by using the

"Driver Assistance" menu on the Connect

system selecting signal type, strength

levels and sensitivity.

System intervention

The system intervenes in the following

conditions:

the direction indicators have been

turned on;

there is a vehicle in the adjacent

lane on the same side of the direction

indicator (blind spot area);

lane lines are not correctly detected;
the driver tries to change lane

intentionally.
If the system detects the presence of

a vehicle in the other lane, it applies a

torque on the steering wheel (if it has

been set through the "Settings" menu of

the Connect system), in order to warn the

driver of the need to keep the car inside

the lane and thus avoid collisions with

other vehicles.
The application of torque is however only

available with a car speed from 40 mph

to 110 mph (60 km/h to 180 km/h).
The visual, auditory and vibration

indications are only available with a car

speed from 6 mph to 110 mph (10 km/h to

180 km/h).

The application of torque, as well as of

the vibration, is suppressed/inhibited if:

the torque given by the driver to the

steering wheel is high;

lateral acceleration is high;
the trailer is connected to the correct

control module;

at least one hand is not detected on

the steering wheel for longer than a

specific time.

System availability

Particularly sporty driving of the car, or

driving on the marking line, will prevent

the system from operating correctly.
When the stability and braking systems

(FCW, ESC, ABS) intervene, they prevent

the ABSA system from operating.
Changing lanes without activating the

direction indicator disables the system

for a certain period of time.
The road must also comply with some

characteristics, such as maximum-

minimum width, it must be provided

with a lane clearly delimited by two

demarcation lines and, only in specific

cases and for a limited period of time, by

lane with single demarcation line.
NOTE "lane lines demarcations" mean

the limits with painted lines.

Hands presence on the steering wheel

detection

The system is able to detect the

presence of the driver's hands on the

steering wheel.

if the driver has not yet returned his

or her hands to the steering wheel for a
few seconds, a dedicated screen fig. 97

will appear on the instrument panel. No

acoustic warning will be emitted in this

case;

when the system does not detect

the presence of hands on the steering

wheel for a few seconds, a dedicated

screen will appear on the instrument

panel display. A short acoustic warning

will sound in this case;

If the driver continues not to return

his or her hands to the steering wheel,
this screen fig. 98 will appear on the

instrument panel display. A continuous

acoustic warning will sound in this case;

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Important notes

The system does not signal the presence

of fixed object (e.g. safety barriers,

poles, walls, etc.). However, in some

circumstances, the system may activate

in the presence of these objects. This

behaviour is normal and does not

indicate a system malfunction.
The system does not warn the driver

about the presence of cars coming from

the opposite direction, in the adjacent

lanes.
The steering wheel torque is not applied

if the system is unable to detect a

lane or the direction indicator for the

appropriate side has not been switched

on.
Hands on the steering wheel are

detected by a capacitive sensor installed

in it.

RCP (Rear Cross Path detection)

This function helps the driver during

reverse maneuvers in the case of

reduced visibility.
The RCP function the rear detection

areas on both sides of the car, to detect

objects moving towards the sides of the

car at a minimum speed between about

0.6 mph (1 km/h) and 2 mph (3 km/h) and

objects moving at a maximum speed of

22 mph (35 km/h), as generally happens in

parking areas.
The function activation is signaled to the

driver by a visual and acoustic warning.
WARNING If the sensors are covered by

obstacles or vehicles, the system will not

warn the driver.

Changing the system sensitivity

Acting on the "Settings" menu of the

Connect system it is also possible to

change the sensitivity and the strength

of the torque intervention on the

steering wheel.

FCW (Forward Collision Warning)

SYSTEM

(where provided)

55) 59) 60) 61) 62) 63) 64) 65) 66)

24) 25) 26) 27) 28) 29) 30) 31) 32)

This is a driving assistance system which

comprises a radar located behind the
front bumper fig. 99 and a camera

located in the central part of the
windscreen fig. 100.

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In the event of an imminent collision the

system may intervene by braking the car

automatically to prevent the crash or

reduce its effects.
The system provides the driver with

acoustic and visual warnings through

specific messages on the instrument
panel display fig. 101.

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The system may intervene automatically

in case of imminent collision or impact

against a pedestrian crossing the road

(speed 31 mph / 50 km/h): the following
screen fig. 102 will appear on the

instrument panel display.

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The acoustic and visual warnings before

the system cuts in depend on the car

speed. No acoustic/visual warning is

generated at speeds slower than 20 mph

(30 km/h).

Acoustic/visual warning is generated at

speeds faster than 20 mph (30 km/h),

instead.
The system may lightly brake to warn

the driver if a possible frontal accident

is detected (limited braking). Signals and

limited braking are intended to allow

the driver to react promptly, in order

to prevent or reduce the effects of a

potential accident.
In situations with the risk of collision,

if the system detects no intervention

by the driver, it may provide automatic

braking to help slow the vehicle and

mitigate the potential frontal collision

(automatic braking).
If intervention by the driver on the

brake pedal is detected but not deemed

sufficient, the system may intervene in

order to improve the reaction of the

braking system, therefore reducing

vehicle speed further (additional

assistance in braking stage).
WARNING For safety reasons, when the

car has stopped, the brake calipers may

remain blocked for about 2 seconds.

Depress the brake pedal if the vehicle

should advance slightly.

Engagement / disengagement

The system may be disengaged (and

engaged again) in the "Driver Assistance"

menu of the Connect system.

The system can be deactivated even with

the ignition device in the ON position.
WARNING The system status can be

changed with car at a standstill only.

Activation / deactivation

The Forward Collision Warning system is

activated whenever the engine is started

regardless of the Connect system

setting.
After deactivation, the system will not

warn the driver about a possible collision

with the vehicle ahead, regardless of

the setting selected with the Connect

system.
WARNING Each time the engine is

started, the system is activated

regardless of where was when it was

previously switched off.
This function is not active at a speed

lower than 2.5 mph (4 km/h) or higher

than 124 mph (200 km/h).
The system is active:

each time the engine is started;
when the ignition device is at ON;
when it is activated ("ON") on the

Connect system;

when the vehicle speed is between 2.5

and 124 mph (4 and 200 km/h);

when the front seat belts are correctly

fastened;
WARNING If the safety belts of the

front seats are not correctly fastened,

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the system will not intervene on the

braking system (only acoustic and visual

warnings will be provided).

Changing the system sensitivity

The sensitivity of the system can be

changed through the Connect system

menu, choosing from one of the following

three options: "Near", "Med" or "Far". See

the description in the Connect system

supplement for how to change the

settings.
The pre-set option is "Med". With this

setting, the system warns the driver of

a possible collision with the vehicle in

front when that vehicle is at a standard

distance, between that of the other two

settings.
With the system sensitivity set to "Far",

the system will warn the driver of a

possible collision with the vehicle in front

when that vehicle is at a greater distance,

thus providing the possibility of acting on

the brakes more lightly and gradually.

This setting provides the drivers with

the maximum possible reaction time to

prevent a potential accident.
With the option set to "Near", the system

will warn the driver of a possible accident

with the vehicle in front when that

vehicle is close. This setting offers the

driver a lower reaction time compared to

the "Med" and "Far" settings, in the event

of a potential collision, but permits more

dynamic driving of the vehicle.
The system sensitivity setting is kept in

the memory when the engine is switched

off.

Limited System Functionality Message

If the dedicated message is displayed, a

condition limiting the system operation

may have occurred. The possible reasons

of this limitation are something blocking

the camera view or a fault.
In this condition it will still be possible

to drive the car normally, but automatic

braking will not be available in the event

of an impending collision.
If an obstruction is signalled, clean the

area of the windscreen indicated in

fig. 100.
When the conditions limiting the system

functions end, this will go back to normal

and complete operation. Should the

fault persist, contact an Alfa Romeo

Dealership.

System Fault Message

If the system switches off and a

dedicated message is shown on the

display, it means that there is a fault on

the system.
In this case, it is still possible to drive the

vehicle, but you are advised to contact

an Alfa Romeo Dealership as soon as

possible.

Radar indication not available

If conditions are such that the radar

cannot detect obstacles correctly, the

system is deactivated and a dedicated

message appears on the display.
This generally occurs in the event of poor

visibility, such as when it is snowing or

raining heavily.
The system can also be temporarily

dimmed due to obstructions such as

mud, dirt or ice on the bumper. In such

cases, a dedicated message will be

shown on the display and the system

will be deactivated. This message can

sometimes appear in conditions of high

reflectivity (e.g. tunnels with reflective

tiles or ice or snow).
When the conditions limiting the system

functions end, this will go back to normal

and complete operation.
In certain particular cases, this dedicated

message could be displayed when the

radar is not detecting any vehicles or

objects within its view range.
If atmospheric conditions are not the real

reason behind this message, check if the

sensor is dirty.
It could be necessary to clean or remove

any obstructions in the area shown in
fig. 99.
If the message appears often, even in the

absence of atmospheric conditions such

as snow, rain, mud or other obstructions,

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contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership for a

sensor alignment check.
In the absence of visible obstructions,

cleaning the radar surface, by manually

removing the decorative cover trim,

could be required. Have this operation

performed at an Alfa Romeo Dealership.
WARNING It is recommended that you

do not install devices, accessories or

aerodynamic attachments in front of the

sensor or darken it in any way, as this can

compromise the correct functioning of

the system.

Frontal collision alarm with active

braking

(where provided)
If this function is selected, the brakes are

operated to reduce the speed of the car

in the event of potential frontal impact.
This function applies an additional

braking pressure if the braking pressure

applied by the driver does not suffice to

prevent potential frontal impact.
The function is active with speed above

2.5 mph (4 km/h).

Driving in special conditions

In certain driving conditions, such as, for

example:

driving close to a bend;
the vehicle ahead is leaving a

roundabout;

vehicles with small dimensions and/or

not aligned in the driving lane;

lane change by other vehicles;
vehicles travelling at right angles to

the vehicle;
System intervention might be

unexpected or delayed. The driver must

therefore be very careful, keeping

control of the vehicle to drive in

complete safety.
WARNING In particularly complex traffic

conditions, the driver can deactivate the

system manually through the Connect

system.

Driving close to a bend

When entering or leaving a wide bend,

the system may detect a vehicle that is in

front of you, but that is not driving in the
same lane fig. 103. In cases such as these,

the system may intervene.

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The vehicle ahead is leaving a

roundabout

On a roundabout, the system could

detect the presence of a vehicle ahead

which is leaving the roundabout and cut
in fig. 104.

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Vehicles with small dimensions and/or

not aligned in the driving lane

The system cannot detect cars in front

of you but outside the range of the radar

sensor and may therefore not react

in the presence of small cars, such as
bicycles or motorcycles fig. 105.

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Lane change by other vehicles

Vehicles suddenly changing lane,

entering the same lane as your car and

within the radar sensor’s operating
range, may cause the system fig. 106 to

intervene.

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Vehicles travelling at right angles to

the vehicle

The system could temporarily react to a

vehicle that is passing through the radar

sensor’s operating range at right angles
fig. 107.

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TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring

System)

(where provided)

67) 68) 69) 70) 71) 72) 73)

33) 34)

The car is equipped with Tyre Pressure

Monitoring System (TPMS), which

can advise the driver in the event of

insufficient tyre pressure according to

the cold inflation pressure set by the

driver (see indications in the "Technical

specifications" chapter, "Cold tyre

inflation pressure" table).
The system comprises a radio-frequency

transmitter sensor fitted to each wheel

(on the rim inside the tyre), which is able

to send information on the inflation

pressure of each tyre to the control
module fig. 108.

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Inflation pressure varies in relation to

temperature by about (0.07 bar) every

43.7 °F (6.5 °C). This means that when

the outdoor temperature falls, the tyre

pressure decreases. Always adjust the

tyre inflation pressure when cold. This

is defined as the tyre pressure after at

least 3 hours of car inactivity or travel of

less than 1 mile (1.6 km) after the 3 hour

interval.
The cold tyre inflation pressure must not

exceed the maximum pressure indicated

on the shoulder of the tyre: for further

details see the instructions in the "Rims

and tyres" paragraph, in the "Technical

Specifications" chapter.
Tyre pressure increases when the

vehicle is driven. This is normal, and no

adjustment of the pressure is required.
The TPMS signals the driver a possible

insufficient pressure if this falls below

the warning limit for any reason,

including the effects of low temperature

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and normal loss of pressure from the

tyre.
The TPMS will stop indicating

insufficient tyre pressure when it is equal

to or greater than the prescribed cold

inflation pressure.
Therefore, if insufficient tyre pressure is
indicated (warning light

on instrument

panel on), increase the inflation pressure

up to the prescribed cold inflation value.
Once the system receives the updated

inflation pressures, the system will
automatically update and the

indicator light will turn off. The vehicle

might need to be driven at a speed higher

than about 15.5 mph (25 km/h) up to 20

minutes for the TPMS to receive this

information.

Operating example

Supposing that the prescribed cold

inflation pressure (i.e. vehicle stationary

for at least 3 hours) is 33.4 psi (2.3 bar), if

the ambient temperature is 68°F (20°C)

and the detected tyre pressure is 28.3 psi

(1.95 bar), a temperature reduction of

19.4°F (−7°C) results in a decrease in tyre

pressure, bringing it to approximately

24 psi (1.65 bar).
This pressure is sufficiently low to
activate the warning light .
Heating of tyres due to driving the

car may increase tyre pressure up to

approximately 28.3 psi (1.95 bar), but

the warning light

will stay on. In this

situation, the warning light will switch off

only after the tyres are inflated to the

prescribed cold pressure value for the

car.

WARNING

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When driving on two-way roads where

there is no lane dividing centre line (e.g. on

country roads), the use of the ABSA, HAS,

TJA, LKA systems is strongly discouraged

as this system could detect the entire

carriageway as single-lane dividing lines.

54)

The driving assistance systems are

designed to help driving the car. The driver

must always maintain a sufficient level of

attention to the traffic and road conditions

and for controlling the trajectory of the car.

55)

The system is an aid for car driving, it

DOES NOT warn the driver about incoming

cars outside of the detection areas. The

driver must always maintain a sufficient

level of attention to the traffic and road

conditions and for controlling the trajectory

of the car.

56)

The accident risk persists despite the

application of torque to the steering wheel

by the ABSA system.

57)

Applying a torque that corrects the

steering wheel stroke does not always

prevent an accident. It is always the

driver's responsibility to steer, brake or

accelerate, especially after the ABSA

system warning or after the steering wheel

torque intervention. It is also recommended

to always keep a safe distance to the sides.

Failure to comply with these precautions

may cause serious accidents and injuries.

58)

In some cases, the system could apply

an improper torque to the steering wheel.

This application can be interrupted at

any time turning the steering wheel in the

opposite direction.

59)

The capability of the Forward Collision

Warning system must never be tested

irresponsibly or dangerously, in such a way

as to compromise personal safety and the

safety of others.

60)

The system has not been designed

to prevent impacts and cannot detect

possible conditions leading to an accident in

advance. Failure to take into account this

warning may lead to serious or fatal injuries.

61)

The system may be activated, assessing

the trajectory of the car, in case of

reflecting metal objects different from

other cars, such as safety barriers, road

signs, barriers before parking lots, tollgates,

level crossings, gates, railways, objects near

road constructions sites or higher than the

car (e.g. a flyover). In the same way, the

system may intervene inside multi-storey

car parks or tunnels, or due to a glare on the

road surface. These possible activations are

a consequence of the real driving scenario

coverage by the system and must not be

regarded as faults.

62)

The system has been designed for

road use only. If the vehicle is driven on a

track, the system must be deactivated to

avoid unnecessary warnings. Automatic

deactivation is signalled by the dedicated

warning light/symbol switching on in the

instrument panel (see the instructions in the

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"Warning lights and messages" paragraph,

"Knowing the instrument panel" chapter).

63)

The system is an aid for the driver,

who must always pay full attention while

driving. The responsibility always rests with

the driver, who must take into account

the traffic conditions in order to drive in

complete safety. The driver must always

maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in

front.

64)

If the driver depresses the brake pedal

fully or carries out a fast steering during

system operation, the automatic braking

function may stop (e.g. to allow a possible

manoeuvre to avoid the obstacle).

65)

The system intervenes on vehicles

travelling in the same lane. People, animals

and things (e.g. pushchairs) are not taken

into consideration.

66)

If the car must be placed on a roller

bench for maintenance or if it is washed

in an automatic car wash with an obstacle

in the front part (e.g. another car, a wall or

another obstacle), the system may detect

its presence and activate. In this case the

system must be deactivated through the

settings of the Connect system.

67)

The presence of the TPMS does not

permit the driver to neglect regular checks

of the tyre pressure, including for the spare

tyre, and correct maintenance: the system is

not used to signalling a possible tyre fault.

68)

Tyre pressure must be checked with

tyres rested and cold. Should it become

necessary for whatever reason to check

pressure with warm tyres, do not reduce

pressure even though it is higher than the

prescribed value. Repeat the check when the

tyres are cold.

69)

Should one or more wheels be fitted

without sensors, the system will no longer

be available and a warning message will

be shown on the display, until wheels with

sensors are fitted again.

70)

The TPMS cannot indicate sudden tyre

pressure drops (e.g. if a tyre bursts). In this

case, stop the car, braking with caution and

avoiding abrupt steering.

71)

Changes in outside temperature may

cause tyre pressures to vary. The system

may temporarily indicate insufficient

pressure. In this case, check the tyre

pressure when cold and, if necessary,

restore the inflation values.

72)

Replacing standard tyres with winter

tyres and vice versa requires TPMS system

adjustment that must only be performed by

Alfa Romeo Dealerships.

73)

When a tyre is removed, it is advisable

to replace the rubber valve seal as well:

contact an Alfa Romeo Dealership. The

fitting/removal of the tyres and/or rims

require special care. To avoid damaging or

fitting the sensors incorrectly, tyre and/or

rim fitting/removal operations should only

be carried out by specialised staff. Contact

an Alfa Romeo Dealership.

IMPORTANT

24)

The system may have limited operation

or not work at all in weather conditions such

as: heavy rain, hail, thick fog, heavy snow.

25)

The section of the bumper in front the

sensor must not be covered with stickers,

auxiliary headlights or any other object.

26)

System intervention might be

unexpected or delayed when other cars

transport loads projecting from the side,

above or from the rear, with respect to the

normal size of the car.

27)

Operation can be adversely affected by

any structural change made to the car, such

as a modification to the front geometry,

tyre change, or a heavier load than the

standard load of the car.

28)

Incorrect repairs made on the front

part of the car (e.g. bumper, chassis) may

alter the position of the radar sensor, and

adversely affect its operation. Go to an Alfa

Romeo Dealership for any operation of this

type.

29)

Do not tamper with or carry out any

intervention on the radar sensor or on the

camera on the windscreen glass. In the

event of a sensor failure, contact an Alfa

Romeo Dealership.

30)

Do not wash with high-pressure jets

in the bumper lower area: in particular do

not operate on the system's electrical

connector.

31)

Be careful in the case of repairs and

new paintings in the area around the sensor

(panel covering the sensor on the left side

of the bumper). In the event of a frontal

collision the sensor may automatically

deactivate and display a warning to indicate

that the sensor needs to be repaired. Even

without a malfunction warning, deactivate

the system operation if you think that the

position of the radar sensor has changed

(e.g. due to low-speed frontal collision as

during parking manoeuvres). In these cases,

go to an Alfa Romeo Dealership to have the

radar sensor realigned or replaced.

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32)

When towing a trailer, a car or during

loading manoeuvres on a car transporter

(or in car for transport), the system must be

deactivated via the Connect system.

33)

The Tyre Repair Kit, provided with the

car, is compatible with the TPMS sensors.

Using sealants different from that in the

original kit may compromise its operation.

If sealants not equivalent with the original

one are used, it is recommended to have

the TPMS sensor operation checked by a

qualified repair centre.

34)

The TPMS is designed for original tyres

and wheels. The prescribed pressures and

consequent alarm thresholds set in the

TPMS are based on the dimensions of the

tyres fitted on the car. Using spare wheels

of a size, type and/or design different from

the original ones may cause an irregular

operation of the system and damage the

sensors. Aftermarket fitted wheels may

damage the sensors. Using aftermarket

tyre sealants may damage the Tyre

Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) sensor.

If aftermarket tyre sealant is used it is

recommended to go to an Alfa Romeo

Dealership to have the sensors checked.

After checking or adjusting the tyre of the

pressure, always refit the valve cap to

prevent humidity and dirt from entering,

these may damage the Tyre Pressure

Monitoring System sensor.

DAA (Driver Attention Assist)

SYSTEM

(where provided)

It is a driving assistance system that can

detect the driver’s fatigue.

74)

ACTIVATION / DEACTIVATION

The system can be

activated/deactivated using the "Driver

Assistance" menu and then selecting

"Safety" on the Connect system.

SYSTEM INTERVENTION

Using information from the front camera,

the system implements two operating

logics:

the first operating logic takes the

driving style into account, observing

the road and detecting to what extent

the driver can continue driving with

few oscillations and few lane marking

crossing events;

the second operating logic measures

the time spent behind the wheel with

the vehicle speed is above 60 km/h and

below 180 km/h. If the "Standard" option

is selected, in these conditions, the "dozy

driver" message may appear after 3

hours of driving. If the "Early" option is

selected and these conditions occur, the

"dozy driver" message will be displayed

after 2 hours of driving.
NOTE If the conditions described above

are not detected continuously during the

entire driving period, the "dozy driver"

message may be displayed later than 2 or

3 hours. If the driving style indicates that

the driver is unable to follow the road

trajectory and respect the horizontal
lane markings, the red symbol

fig. 109

with a cup will appear on the instrument

panel display to suggest that the driver

should stop for a break. An auditory

signal is also emitted.

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If the driver

accepts

the suggestion

provided by the system by pressing

the MENU button on the left steering

wheel stalk and stopping for a pause, the

message will disappear from the display
and the symbol

will be displayed in

the dedicated area of the instrument

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panel display fig. 110 up to the next

engine shutdown/restart.

If the driver

ignores

the warning

provided by the system and does not

stop, the message will continue to

remain on the display, together with the
symbol

in the dedicated area of the

instrument panel display fig. 110.

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In the second case, a dedicated message

is shown on the instrument panel display

and disappears automatically after a few

seconds.
In the event of a primary intervention,
with the

symbol (red) shown on the

display, the secondary event is not

considered/monitored.
WARNING If the ABS system activates,

the word "ABS ACTIVE" will be displayed
instead of the symbol

(red) and it

will remain active until the ABS system

finishes its operation.

WARNING In the event of a system fault,
the amber

symbol appears on the

instrument panel display together with a

dedicated message.

Changing the system sensitivity

The system intervention sensitivity can

be adjusted using the "Driver Assistance"

menu and then selecting "Safety" on the

Connect system.
WARNING If the "RACE" mode is used

(where provided), the DAA system is

automatically deactivated and it will

therefore not be possible to change its

sensitivity.
WARNING In the case of camera failure,

the system sensitivity cannot be

changed.

WARNING

74)

The DAA system is an aid for driving and

does not relieve the driver of responsibility

for driving the car. If you experience fatigue

while driving, pull over safely for a break

without waiting for the DAA to intervene.

Only get back on the road when you are in

the right physical and mental condition to

prevent endangering yourself and other

road users.

OCCUPANT PROTECTION

SYSTEMS

The following protection systems are

among the most important safety

equipment of the car:

seat belts;
SBA (Seat Belt Alert) system;
head restraints;
child restraint systems;
Front air bags and side bags.

Read the information given the following

pages with the utmost care. It is of

fundamental importance that the

protection systems are used in the

correct way to guarantee the maximum

possible safety level for the driver and

the passengers.
For the description of the head restraint

adjustment see the "Head restraints"

paragraph in the "Knowing your car"

chapter.

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SEAT BELTS

All the seat belts have three anchor

points and a retractor.
The reel mechanism operates locking

the belt in the event of sharp braking or

strong deceleration due to a collision.

This allows the belt strap to slide freely

and to adapt to the body of the occupant.

In the event of an accident, the belt will

lock reducing the risk of impact inside

the passenger compartment and of being

projected outside the car.
The driver is responsible for respecting,

and ensuring that all the other occupants

also respect, the local laws in force in

relation to the use of the seat belts.
Always fasten the seat belts before

setting off.

USING THE SEAT BELTS

The seat belt should be worn keeping

the chest straight and rested against the

backrest.
To fasten the seat belts, hold fastening
tongue (1) fig. 111 and insert it into buckle

(2), until it clicks into place.

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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

(3) and guide the seat belt with your hand

while it is rewinding, to prevent it from

twisting.

75)

The retractor may lock when the car 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.
Wear the rear seat belts as shown in

fig. 112 and fig. 113.

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Unlike the side seat belts, the central

rear one (where provided) has a double

buckle.
Unwind the seat belt from its retractor,

grip the fastening tongue (3) fig. 112 and

introduce it into the housing (4), then

tongue (2) in the housing (1); check that

both fasteners are correctly secured.
To release tongue (3) press button (5),

using either belt fastening tongue.

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WARNING

75)

Never press button (3) when travelling.

76)

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.

SBA (Seat Belt Alert) SYSTEM

The SBR system warns the passengers

of the front and rear (where provided)

seats if their seat belt is not fastened.
The system warnings unfastened seat

belts with visual warnings (warning lights

on in the instrument panel and icons on

the display) and an acoustic warning (see

the following paragraphs).

FRONT SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT

BEHAVIOUR

When the ignition device is turned to the
ON position, warning light

(see fig. 114)

comes on for a few seconds, regardless

of the status of the front seat belts (seat

belts fastened or unfastened).
With car moving slower than 12 mph (20

km/h), if the driver side seat belt or the

passenger side seat belt (with occupant

seated) is unfastened, the warning light

stays on constantly.

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As soon as a speed threshold than 12 mph

(20 km/h) (variable speed according

to car conditions) is reached, with

driver side seat belt or the passenger

side seat belt (with occupant seated)

unfastened, an acoustic signal is

activated simultaneously with warning
light

flashing for about 105 seconds.

Once activated), this warning cycle stays

active for the entire time if the car is

moving faster 5 mph (8 km/h) or if

reverse gear is not engaged or until the

seat belts are fastened.
If reverse is engaged during the warning

cycle, the acoustic signal is deactivated
and the

warning light turns on fixed.

The warning cycle will be reactivated as

soon as the car exceeds 12 mph (20 km/h)

again.
If the car speed drops to less 5 mph

(8 km/h) or if reverse gear is engaged

during the warning cycle, the tone will

be interrupted and the warning light

switches on fixed.
If the entire time has not elapsed

and reverse gear is not engaged, the

indication cycle is reactivated as soon as

the car speed 12 mph (20 km/h) again.

REAR SEAT BELT ICON BEHAVIOUR

(where provided)
The icons are shown on the instrument

panel display fig. 115 after a few seconds

have elapsed since the ignition device is