User manual ALFA ROMEO 166

[. . . ] Your Alfa 166 has been designed to guarantee the safety, comfort and driving pleasure typical of Alfa Romeo. This booklet will help you to get to know the characteristics and operation of your vehicle. The following pages contain all the indications necessary for you to be able to maintain the high standards of performance, quality, safety and respect for the environment which characterise this Alfa 166. The Warranty Booklet also contains the regulations, the warranty certificate and a guide to the services offered by Alfa Romeo - services which are essential and precious because, when you purchase an Alfa Romeo you are not only acquiring a car, but the tranquillity that comes from knowing that an efficient, willing and widespread organization is at your service for any assistance problems you may have. [. . . ] 145) on the instrument cluster turn on glowing steadily. Conditions of use or fault Engine starting (turning key to MAR) ASR on Driving in Normal Conditions ASR off Manually ASR on ASR off Manually The table below summarises the indications given by the warning lights in the different operating conditions. In the event of a failure to the VDC or ASR systems, the car behaves like the version not equipped with these systems: at all events, you are recommended to contact Authorised Alfa Romeo Services as soon as possible. ABS warning light on cluster On for about 4 seconds Off Off Off Off Off Off Off On On EBD warning light on cluster On for about 4 seconds Off Off Off Off Off Off Off Off On System status Lamp check ASR enabled VDC enabled ASR disabled VDC enabled ASR active VDC active ASR disabled VDC active ASR disabled VDC disabled VDC/ASR disabled ABS/VDC/ASR disabled ABS/VDC/ASR/EBD disabled ASR warning light on button On for about 4 seconds Off On Off On On Off On On On VDC warning light on cluster On for about 4 seconds Off Off Flashing Flashing On On On On On Driving in Conditions that might cause skidding ASR system fault Fault VDC Fault VDC/ASR Fault ABS Fault EBD 123 SOUND SYSTEM The vehicle is fitted with a complete radio system. system and, optional for versions/markets where applicable, it can be integrated with the DSP (Digital Sound Processing System) and Compact Disc player. The features of the radio, DSP (Digital Sound Programming) system and Compact Disc player are described in the Alfa Romeo I. C. S. 146) The front speakers are housed in the front door panels A - Tweeter B - Woofer. REAR SPEAKERS (fig. 148) (optional for versions/ markets where applicable) When the complete sound system (DSP - Digital Sound Processing system and Compact Disc player) is required the car is supplied with a parcel shelf fitted with speakers housed at the ends of the parcel shelf. COMPACT DISC PLAYER (fig. 149) (optional for versions/ markets where applicable) The Compact Disc player is housed in the special compartment (A) on the lefthand side of the boot, under the CD player for the Alfa Romeo I. C. S. navigation system. REFUELLING PETROL ENGINES In order to prevent the vehicle being The anti-pollution devices present on the vehicle impose the use of four-star unleaded fuel with an octane number (R. O. N. ) above 95. Filled with leaded petrol the diameter of the filler neck is smaller than the nozzle used on pumps delivering leaded petrol. 585PGSm 563PGSm If the catalyst is not working properly harmful emissions reach the exhaust resulting in environment pollution. fig. 149 125 Under no circumstances should conventional leaded petrol be used as this would irreparably damage the catalyst. if the tank is accidentally filled with leaded fuel, even in minute quantity, DO NOT START THE ENGINE. Drain the entire fuel circuit and tank. DIESEL ENGINES The car must be refuelled only with fuel oil for motor vehicles, in conformity with European specification EN590. The use of other products or mixtures may damage the engine irreparably resulting in invalidation of the warranty for the damage caused. If another type of fuel is accidentally added to the fuel tank do not start the engine. If the engine has been run even for an extremely brief period the supply circuit must be drained together with the tank. If these precautions are not observed the engine will suffer serious damage. Fill the fuel tank before it is completely empty in order to prevent air from getting into the circuit. During cold weather (external temperature below ­10°C) the additive DIESEL MIX should be used especially if the vehicle is lying inactive for long periods. This product should be mixed with the diesel fuel in the quantities specified on the bottle. 126 FUEL CAP The fuel cap is released from inside the car pushing the button (A-fig. To avoid misplacing it when refuelling, the cap is connected to the filler neck with a cord. WARNING Do not go near the fuel filler with naked flames or lit cigarettes: danger of fire. Also avoid going too near the filler with the face to avoid inhaling harmful vapours. EMERGENCY FLAP OPENING DEVICE If the electrical control fails to work it is still possible to open the flap by pulling the cord (A-fig. Access to the cord is gained opening the lid (B). If necessary, replace the fuel filler cap only by another original one, otherwise the efficiency of the fuel vapour recover y system could be compromised. IMPORTANT The fuel tank is sealed hermetically and pressure may build up inside. Any noise of rushing air when the cap is removed is perfectly normal. 1051PGSm A0D0030m fig. 152 127 565PGSm AUTOMATIC FUEL CUT-OFF SWITCH The car is equipped with a safety switch which is triggered in the event of a crash to interrupt the flow of fuel and stopping the engine as a consequence. [. . . ] Do not tamper with these springs and always accompany the bonnet while raising it. Try lifting it to make sure that it is shut completely and not simply caught in the safety position. If the bonnet does not close properly do not push it down but open it again and repeat the above procedure. WARNING For safety reasons the bonnet shall always be perfectly closed when travelling. [. . . ]