Alfa Romeo 156 - User Manual

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Engine Start-Up3
Parking over Flammable Material3
Protecting the Environment4
Electrical Accessories4
Code Card4
Scheduled Servicing4
The Symbols Used in this Booklet6
Personal Safety6
Vehicle Safety6
Alfa Romeo Code System7
The Keys7
Getting to Know Your Car7
Symbols7
Key with Remote Control8
Opening the Boot9
Operation10
Changing Battery of Key with Remote Control11
Electronic Alarm (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)12
Description12
Remote Control12
Request for Additional Keys with Remote Control13
Activating the Alarm13
Surveillance13
Self-Diagnosis and Monitoring of Doors and Bonnet/Boot14
Deactivating the Alarm14
Automatic Engagement of the Alarm (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)15
When the Alarm Is Triggered15
Interrupting the Alarm15
Volumetric Protection16
Cutting out Operation of the Siren (for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)16
Ministerial Homologation17
Door Locking System17
Ignition Device18
The Switch18
Steering Lock19
Doors19
Opening/Closing from Outside19
Front and Rear Doors19
Opening/Closing from Inside20
Centralized Locking20
Child Safety Lock21
Front Seats22
Moving the Seats Backwards or Forwards22
Adjusting the Height of the Driver’s Seat22
Adjusting the Angle of the Backrest22
Backrest Angle Electric Adjustment (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)23
Lumbar Adjustment of the Driver’s Seat (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)23
Centre Armrest (Where Required)23
Seat Warming (Optional for Versions/Markets Owhere Applicable)23
Adjusting the Headrests24
Rear Seat24
Ski Compartment (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)25
Headrest25
Steering Wheel Adjustment26
Adjusting the Rear-View Mirrors26
Internal Rear-View Mirror26
Door Mirrors27
Electrically Adjustable27
Folding27
Defrosting/Demisting27
Power Windows28
Driver’s28
Passenger’s28
Rear (Where Required)28
Using the Seat Belts29
Rear Central Abdominal Belt31
Rear Abdominal Centre Belt Housing32
Adjusting the Height of Front and Rear Side Seat Belts (Sportwagon Versions Only)32
Pre-Tensioning Devices33
General Instructions for the Use of the Seat Belts34
How to Keep the Seat Belts Always in Efficient Conditions35
Carrying Children Safely36
Group 0 and 0+37
Group 137
Group 2 and 338
Passenger Seat Compliance with Regulations on Child’s Seat Use39
Front and Rear Seat (Saloon and Sportwagon Versions)39
Below Is a Summary of the Safety Rules to be Observed When Carrying Children40
Presetting for Installing the “Isofix Type” Child Restraint System40
Installation of the Seat for the 0 and 0+ Groups42
Installation of the Seat for Weight Group 142
Description and Operation43
Front and Side Air Bags43
Passenger's Front Air Bag44
Manual Deactivation of Passenger’s Front Air Bag45
Side Air Bags (Side Bag-Window Bag)45
General Cautions47
Steering Wheel Levers49
Left-Hand Lever49
Main-Beam Headlights49
Flashing50
Direction Indicators50
Right-Hand Lever51
Windscreen Wiper-Windscreen Washer51
Rain Sensor (for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)52
Headlight Washers (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)53
Cruise Control (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)54
General54
To Memorise the Speed55
To Reset the Memorised Speed55
To Increase the Memorised Speed56
To Reduce the Memorised Speed56
Resetting the Memorised Speed56
Dashboard57
Instrument Cluster58
T.spark Versions58
JTS and T.spark (Equipped with VDC System)59
2.5 V6 24V Versions60
JTD Versions (Equipped with VDC System)61
JTD Versions62
Rev Counter63
Fuel Gauge and Reserve Warning Light63
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge and Maximum Temperature Warning Light63
Mileage Display (with Double Meter Display)64
Infocenter Display Rheostat Lights Adjustment (Where Required)64
Infocenter Display (Where Required)65
Set-Up Menu65
Control Buttons67
Menu Description68
Initial Check69
Engine Oil Level Check (JTD Versions Only)71
Access to the Menu Screen73
Speed Limit (Speed)74
Speed Limit Exceeded Indication75
Trip B On/Off (Trip B)76
Date Setting/Time Setting (Date)77
Language Selection79
Units Selection80
Warning/Failure Buzzer Volume Setting (Buzzer)81
“Winter” Tyres Speed Limit (Winter Tyres)82
Programmed Maintenance (Service)83
Display Contrast Adjustment (Contrast)85
Default Value Reset (Default Values)86
Exit Menu (Menu Off)87
General Trip-Trip B88
Start of Journey Procedure (Reset)88
Reset General Trip91
Reset Trip B91
Warning Lights and Indications93
Low Brake Fluid And/Or Handbrake on94
Brake Pad Wear94
High Engine Coolant Temperature95
Air Bag Failure96
Passenger’s Front Air Bag Deactivated96
Low Oil Pressure97
Low Battery Charge97
Seat Belts Not Fastened97
Incomplete Door Closing98
Engine Control System (EOBD) Failure99
Possible Presence of Ice on the Road100
Glow Plugs (JTD Engines)101
Water in the Fuel Oil Filter (JTD Engines)101
Engine Oil Sensor Failure (JTD Versions)102
Inefficient ABS System103
Inefficient EBD Electronic Braking Distributor103
VDC System (Vehicle Dynamics Control) (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)104
Outside Light Failure104
Fuel Reserve105
Reduced Range105
Speed Limit Exceeded105
Scheduled Maintenance105
Rear Fog Lights106
Front Fog Lights (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)106
Left-Hand Direction Indicator (Intermittent)106
Right-Hand Direction Indicator (Intermittent)106
Sidelights and Dipped-Beam Headlights107
Constant Speed Adjustment (Cruise Control) (Where Applicable)107
Direction Indicators if a Trailer Is Towed107
Selespeed Gearbox Failure108
Q-System Automatic Gearbox Failure108
Climate Control System109
Upper Vent Adjustment110
Centre Vent Adjustment110
Upper Side Vent Adjustment110
Rear Swivel Outlet Adjustment111
Manual Climate111
Control System111
Heating112
Quick Front Window Demisting/Defrosting (Max-Def Function)112
Preventive Demisting Procedure113
Rearscreen and Wing Mirror (Where Applicable)113
Demisting/Defrosting113
Fan Speed113
Switching the Inside Air Re-Circulation Function on114
Climate Control114
Cooling Adjustment115
Looking after the System115
Automatic Two-Zone Climate Control System115
Controls119
How to Use the Automatic Two-Zone Climate120
Air Temperature Adjustment Knobs121
HI Function (Highest Heating Power)122
LO Function (Highest Cooling Power)123
Mono Button for Alignment of the Temperatures Set124
Fan Speed Adjustment Knob125
Air Distribution Selection Button127
Compressor On/Off Enable Button128
Inside Air Recirculation On/Off Button130
Button Auto Automatic Operation132
Quick Front Window Demisting/Defrosting Button133
Wing Mirror and Rearscreen Defrosting/Demisting Button134
Pollen Filter135
Additional Heater (JTD Engines) (for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)136
Tailgate Opening136
Hazard Warning Lights136
Front Foglights (Where Required)137
Rear Fog Guards137
Dashboard Lighting Adjustment137
Inertial Fuel Cut-Off Switch138
Opening the Fuel Flap138
Headlight Corrector139
Hand Brake139
Gearshift Lever140
Selespeed Gearbox (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)142
System Activation144
Operation with the Engine off144
Turning the Engine off and System Deactivation146
Moving off147
Warnings147
Stopping the Car148
Semiautomatic Operation (Manual)149
Automatic Operation (City)151
Failure Signalling151
Signalling with the Buzzer152
Parking the Vehicle152
Towing the Vehicle152
Q-System Automatic Gearbox (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)153
Starting the Engine153
Selecting Automatic/Manual Gearshifting154
Automatic Operation155
Selector Lever155
P-Park155
R-Reverse155
N-Neutral156
D-Automatic Forward Gear156
Shifting to Lower Gear (Kick Down)156
Selecting the Driving Modes157
City157
Sport157
Ice157
Manual Operating Mode, Q-System Activation158
Fault Signalling159
Warning Light Glowing Steadily159
Warning Light Flashing159
Acoustic Warning160
Push Starting160
Towing the Car161
Internal Fittings162
Glovebox162
Grab Handles162
Ceiling Lights163
Front Roof Light163
Courtesy Light (Where Required)164
Rear Roof Light (Except Versions with Sunroof)164
Centre Rear Roof Lamp (Only Versions with Sunroof)164
Front Ashtray and Cigar Lighter165
Rear Ashtrays165
Oddments Recesses on Centre Console166
Oddments Recesses on Dashboard166
Front Doors Compartments and Pockets166
Sun Visors167
Telephone Provision (on Request for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)167
Accessories Purchased by the Owner168
Radio Transmitters and Cellular Telephones168
Luggage Compartment169
Opening from Inside169
Opening with Remote Control170
Closing the Boot170
Boot Lighting170
Securing the Load171
Cautions for Carrying Luggage171
Bonnet172
To Open172
To Close173
Roof Rack Provision174
Headlights175
Light Beam Aiming175
Compensation for Tilt175
Adjusting the Front Foglights (for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)176
Gas Discharge Headlights (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)176
Dipped Beam Headlight Aiming for Left-Hand/Right-Hand Driving (Only for Versions with Gas Discharge Headlights)177
Abs178
VDC and ASR System (Where Required)180
VDC System (Vehicle Dynamics Control): General180
VDC System Operation181
ASR Function (Antislip Regulation): General182
Cutting in of the VDC System182
Turning on the ASR Function182
Warning Light on Instrument Panel183
EOBD System183
Sound System Presetting System (for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)184
Technical Information185
Speakers185
Aerial185
Refuelling186
Petrol Engines186
Diesel Engines186
Fuel Cap187
Emergency Flap Opening Device187
Parking Sensors (for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)188
Acoustic Signal188
Environmental Protection188
Use of Non-Toxic Materials188
Emission Reducing Devices (Petrol Engines)189
Trivalent Catalytic Converter (Catalytic Silencer)189
Emission Reducing Devices (JTD Engines)189
Oxidising Catalytic Converter189
Correct Use of the Car190
Procedure for Petrol Engines190
Procedure for JTD Versions191
Warming the Engine191
Switching off191
Parking192
Safe Driving193
Before Driving off193
When Travelling193
Night Driving194
Driving in the Rain195
Driving in the Fog195
Mountain Driving195
Driving on Snow and Ice196
Driving with Abs196
Reducing Running Costs and Environment Pollution196
General Considerations196
Style of Driving197
Luggage/Ski Rack197
Electrical Devices197
Air Conditioner197
Top Speeds198
Conditions of Use198
Cold Starting198
Economy and Environment-Friendly Driving198
Protecting Emission Reducing Devices199
Towing Trailers200
Warnings and Suggestions200
Installing the Tow Hook200
Installation Layout201
Winter Tyres203
Snow Chains203
Vehicle Inactivity204
Removing from Storage205
Useful Accessories205
In an Emergency206
Emergency Starting206
Starting with an Auxiliary Battery207
Starting by Inertia208
In the Event of a Puncture208
General Instructions208
Changing a Wheel (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)210
Refitting a Normal Wheel212
For Versions with Steel Rims212
For Cars with Alloy Rims212
Fix & Go Kit for Quick Tyre Repairing (for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)213
Inflating Procedure215
When Needing to Change a Bulb218
Types of Bulbs219
If One of the External Lights Goes out221
Front Light Units221
Replacement of Xenon Lights (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)222
Dipped-Beam Headlamps222
Main Beam Headlamps223
Sidelights224
Front Direction Indicators224
Front Fog Lights (Where Required)226
Front Sidelights227
Main-Beam Headlamps227
Side Direction Indicators228
Rear Light Units228
Reversing Lights and Rear Fog Guards228
Direction Indicators/Sidelights and Stop Lights229
Number Plate Lights230
Additional Stop Light (3Rd Stop)231
If One of the Internal Lights Goes out231
Rear Rooflight Bulbs (Except Versions with Sunroof)232
Centre Rear Roof Lamp232
Courtesy Lights (Where Required)233
Glovebox Light233
Luggage Compartment Light234
In the Event of a Burnt Fuse235
Generalities235
Fuse and Relays in the Main Fusebox236
Fuses above the Main Fusebox237
Fuses and Relays Accessible from the Glovebox237
Fuses and Relays in Engine Bay237
Fuse Summary Table239
In the Event of a Flat Battery243
Charging the Battery243
If the Vehicle Is to be Towed244
Towing the 2.0 JTS Selespeed Version245
Towing the Version with Automatic Gearbox (2.5 V6 24V Q-System)245
If the Vehicle Is to be Lifted246
Using the Jack246
Using an Arm Lift or Workshop Lift246
If an Accident Occurs247
If Anyone Is Injured248
First-Aid Kit248
Car Maintenance249
Programmed Maintenance249
Scheduled Maintenance Programme250
Annual Inspection Programme252
Additional Operations252
Fuel Oil Filter253
Air Cleaner253
Checking Fluid Levels255
1.6 T.spark, 1.8 T.spark Versions255
2.0 JTS Version255
2.5 V6 24V Version256
JTD Version256
JTD 16V Multijet Version257
JTD 20V Multijet Version257
Engine Oil258
Engine Oil Consumption259
Selespeed Gearbox Hydraulic System Oil260
Q-System Automatic Gearbox Oil Level261
Engine Coolant Level262
Power Steering Oil Level263
Brake and Hydraulic Clutch Fluid264
Windscreen/Headlight Washer Fluid265
Air Filter266
Diesel Filter266
Draining Condensation Water266
Battery267
Pollen Filter267
Checking the Charge268
Replacing the Battery270
Useful Hints to Extend the Life of Your Battery270
Electronic Control Units271
Wheels and Tyres272
Tyres Pressure272
Rubber Hoses273
Windscreen/Rear Screen Wipers274
Changing the Windscreen Wiper Blade274
Spray Jets275
Headlight Washers(Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)275
Bodywork275
Protection from Atmospheric Agents275
Recommendations to Preserve the Bodywork276
Paint276
Windows277
Engine Compartment277
Interior Fittings278
Cleaning Seats and Fabric and Velvet Parts278
Cleaning Leather Seats278
Interior Plastic Parts278
Alfa 156 Sportwagon279
Rear Doors279
Child Safety Device280
Seats280
Ski Compartment281
Rearscreen Wiper–Rearscreen Washer282
Changing the Blade282
Spray Jet282
Closing the Tailgate284
Restraining the Load284
Oddments Compartment285
Current Socket (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)286
Objects Retainer Net (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)286
Luggage Cover288
Upper Passenger Compartment Separation Net (Where Required)289
Lower Passenger Compartment Separation Net (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)289
Extending the Boot290
1/3 Partial Extension290
2/3 Partial Extension290
Total Extension291
To Extend the Boot291
To Take the Seats Back to the Normal Position292
Emergency Fuel Flap Opening293
Roof Bars-Ski Rack (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)293
Sound System (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)294
Automatic Rear Geometry Control (Optional for Versions/Markets Where Applicable)294
Tool and Spare Wheel Housing (for Versions/Markets Where Required)295
If an Exterior Light Goes out295
Direction Indicators and Side/Stop Lights296
Additional Stop Lights (3Rd Stop)298
If an Interior Lights Goes out298
Tailgate Light298
If a Fuse Blows299
Technical Specifications300
Identification Data300
Body Label300
Engine Labels300
Bodywork Paint Identification Label301
Identification Label301
Engine and Body Version Codes302
Engine303
Fuel Supply305
Transmission305
Spark Plug306
Brakes306
Steering306
Wheels and Types307
Tyre Inflation Pressures Cold311
Rims and Tyres311
Correct Tyre Reading312
Load Index (Capacity)312
Maximum Speed Index313
Compact Spare Wheel313
Correct Rim Reading313
Wheel Geometry314
Performance315
Dimensions316
Luggage Compartment-Saloon Versions318
Weights-Saloon Versions318
Luggage Compartment-Sportwagon Versions319
Weights-Sportwagon Versions319
Refilling320
Fluids and Lubricants321
Usable Products and Their Specifications321
Fuel Consumption323
Fuel Consumption According to Directive 1999/100/EC (Litres X 100 Km)324
CO2 Emissions325
Radio Frequency Remote Control: Ministerial Homologations326
Alphabetical Index327
Provisions for the Processing of a Vehicle at the End of Its Life-Cycle335
Instrument Panel344
Air Bag351
Model SQ Direct Drive И Model BSQ Belt Drive353
Fuses IM the Main Fusebox353

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Brand	Alfa Romeo
Model	156
Category	Automobile
Language	English

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