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This supplement describes all the main characteristics of the Alfa TCT 6-speed twin dry clutch automatic transmission fitted on the car.

In order to be able to use the gearbox correctly, this Supplement must be read completely in order to understand the correct, permitted operations from the outset.

For all other information, comply with the instructions in the Owner Handbook.

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INDEX

USING THE TRANSMISSION .............................................................................................................................................. 4

SELECTOR LEVER ............................................................................................................................................................... 4

DISPLAY............................................................................................................................................................................. 5

POSITIONS OF THE LEVER.................................................................................................................................................. 6

STARTING THE ENGINE .....................................................................................................................................................

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START&STOP SYSTEM......................................................................................................................................................... 8

STOPPING THE ENGINE..................................................................................................................................................... 9

MOVING THE CAR ............................................................................................................................................................ 9

AUTOMATIC DRIVING MODE............................................................................................................................................. 10

SEQUENTIAL DRIVING MODE............................................................................................................................................ 11

ACOUSTIC SIGNAL............................................................................................................................................................ 1 3

PARKING THE CAR............................................................................................................................................................. 13

TOWING THE CAR............................................................................................................................................................. 1 4

GENERAL WARNINGS....................................................................................................................................................... 14

WARNING LIGHTS AND MESSAGES.................................................................................................................................. 15

REPLACING FUSES............................................................................................................................................................. 16

SERVICING AND CARE...................................................................................................................................................... 16

CHECKING LEVELS ............................................................................................................................................................ 1 7

ENGINE CODE - BODYWORK VERSIONS........................................................................................................................... 1 8

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TRANSMISSION ................................................................................................................................................................ 18

ENGINE ............................................................................................................................................................................ 1 9

PERFORMANCE................................................................................................................................................................. 19

WEIGHTS .......................................................................................................................................................................... 20

FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS .................................................................................................................................................. 2 1

FUEL CONSUMPTION ........................................................................................................................................................ 2 2

CO2 EMISSIONS ............................................................................................................................................................... 22

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USING THE TRANSMISSION

The car is equipped with an electronically managed Alfa TCT

6-speed automatic transmission where gearshifting takes place automatically according to the instantaneous car usage parameters

(car speed, road gradient and accelerator pedal position).

The new transmission is completely innovative, as it matches the

Start&Stop system with the most recent alternative to traditional automatic transmissions with built-in torque converter.

There is also the choice of changing gear manually by using the gear lever in sequential mode position.

SELECTOR LEVER

The lever fig. 1 (left hand drive versions) or fig. 2 (right hand drive versions), can be placed in the following positions:

❒ P = Park;

❒ R = Reverse; fig. 1 - Left hand drive versions

A0J0360 fig. 2 - Right hand drive versions

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❒ 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.

DISPLAY

The display can show the following:

❒ in automatic driving mode , the gear selected (P, R, N, D) fig. 3;

❒ in sequential driving mode , the manual engagement of a

(higher or lower) gear, with the relevant number fig. 4; fig. 3

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POSITIONS OF THE LEVER

PARKING (P)

Position P corresponds to the neutral position of the transmission and locks drive wheels mechanically.

It should only be engaged with the vehicle stationary and the handbrake should be applied, if necessary.

With the ignition key in MAR or with engine running, or when the engine switches off, if the gear lever is not correctly positioned in P, the gear lever trim starts flashing next to letter P.

In this case, position the lever correctly in P.

REVERSE (R)

The engine cannot be started with the lever in position R.

Shifting from R to N or D is free, while shifting from R to P can be made by the button on the gear lever, with engine at idling speed.

Engage reverse only with the car stationary, engine at idling speed and accelerator fully released.

If the car is on a gradient, always pull the handbrake BEFORE placing the gearbox lever in P.

The ignition key can be removed only when the lever is in position

P. Moving the lever from P to D must be performed only when the car is stationary and the engine at idling speed.

Shifting from P to any other position of the selector lever, with ignition key in MAR position, must be made pressing the brake pedal and using the button on the gear lever (see paragraph

"Selector lever").

If the battery is flat, to release the lever you need to remove the gaiter and operate the lever A fig. 5.

IMPORTANT NEVER leave the car before having positioned the selector lever in P.

fig. 5

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NEUTRAL (N)

It corresponds to neutral for a standard, manual gearbox. The engine can be started with the lever in position N.

Engage N in case of prolonged stops.

To move the lever from position N, release the accelerator and make sure the engine is stable at idling speed.

Shifting from N to D is free, while shifting from N to R or P can only be made by the button on the gear lever.

DRIVE (D - automatic forward speed)

It is the lever position in standard running conditions.

Shifting from D to N is free, while shifting from D to R or P can only be made by the button on the gear lever.

SEQUENTIAL MODE (+/-)

Shifting the lever from position D, on side in stable position, the transmission is used in sequential mode.

Shifting the lever in unstable position + or − gears are changed.

IMPORTANT

All movements of the gear lever must be performed with car stationary and engine idling only.

The drive wheels are mechanically locked in position P.

Shifting from P to R is possible with brake pedal pressed and button on gear lever pressed.

Shifting from R to N and from N to D is free.

Shifting from D to sequential mode is free.

Shifting from Sequential mode to D is free.

Shifting from D to N is free.

Shifting from N to R is possible with button on gear lever pressed.

Shifting from R to P is possible with button on gear lever pressed.

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STARTING THE ENGINE

The car is fitted with an electronic engine lock device. If the vehicle fails to start, refer to the “Alfa Romeo CODE system” paragraph, in the “Knowing your car” chapter, in the Owner Handbook.

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).

START&STOP SYSTEM

With the car stationary and the Start&Stop system activated (see the

Owner Handbook), the engine stops if the gear lever is in a position other than R.

The Start&Stop system does not operate when the gear lever is in R, in order to make parking manoeuvres easier.

When stopped facing uphill, switching off the engine is deactivated to make the “HILL HOLDER” function available (active only with engine running, as described in the “Knowing your car” chapter in the Owner Manual).

The engine restarts automatically if:

❒ the brake pedal is released and the lever is not at N or P;

❒ the lever is shifted to an unstable position: +, − or R;

❒ the lever is moved from D to the left in sequential mode;

❒ by the + or – levers on the steering wheel (for versions/markets, where provided)

During the car switching off and on sequence, the system passes through the automatic engagement of neutral and the display shows

N.

IMPORTANT In some conditions (for example with small gradients and brake pedal not fully depressed), engine switching off is not deactivated. In this case, fully depress the brake pedal to make the “HILL

HOLDER” function available and restart the engine, using the gear lever or the levers on the steering wheel (for versions/markets, where provided) as described previously.

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STOPPING THE ENGINE

Engine can be switched off in any position of the gear lever.

VERSIONS WITH START&STOP

To switch the engine off, you need to stop the car by pressing the brake pedal firmly; if the pressure is insufficient, the engine will not be stopped.

This feature can be exploited so that the engine does not switch off in particular traffic conditions.

REMOVING THE IGNITION KEY

The ignition key can be removed only if the gear lever is in position

P:

❒ if the engine is switched off with the gear lever in position P the ignition key can be removed within 30 seconds;

❒ if the engine is switched off with the gear lever in a position other than P, the P letter on the instrument panel display and on the gear lever trim flashes for 5 seconds. At the same time there is also a sound signal. Move the lever to P within 5 seconds; then it will be possible to remove the ignition key for 30 seconds.

In both cases, if the described conditions and times are not respected, the ignition key will be automatically locked.

To remove the key, turn it to MAR and then to STOP.

MOVING THE CAR

To move the car, from P press the brake pedal and, using the button on the gear lever, move the lever to the desired position (D, R or sequential).

The display shows the gear engaged.

When the brake pedal is released, the car starts moving forwards or backwards, as soon as the manoeuvre is activated ("creeping" effect). The accelerator does not need to be pressed.

IMPORTANT The inconsistency between the speed actually engaged, shown on the display of the control panel, and the position of the gear lever is indicated by the letter corresponding to the position of the lever flashing on the trim, accompanied by an acoustic signal.

This condition should not be interpreted as an operational fault, but simply as a request by the system to repeat the manoeuvre.

IMPORTANT With engine running and car stationary, in sequential mode, the request for engaging 2 nd gear is not accepted by the system

(whether the brake pedal is pressed or not).

handbrake and insert the screwdriver supplied in the hole under the dashboard A fig. 6 pressing slightly, until the ignition key is removed.

If the battery is flat and the ignition key is engaged, the latter is locked in position. To remove the key manually, pull up the fig. 6

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If, with 1 st occur: gear or reverse (R) engaged, the following conditions

❒ road slope of more than 5%;

❒ clutch overheated;

❒ engine torque constant for a given period (e.g. if the car hits the pavement or is parked downhill/uphill); car movement is achieved by pressing the accelerator pedal.

IMPORTANT With handbrake released and brake pedal released, engine at idling speed and gear lever in position D, R or sequential, pay the utmost care because the car can move even without the operation of the accelerator pedal.

This condition can be used with the car on a level surface during tight parking manoeuvres using the brake pedal only.

AUTOMATIC DRIVING MODE

D can be selected from sequential operation in any driving conditions.

In automatic driving mode, the best ratio is selected by the electronic transmission control unit according to speed, engine load

(accelerator pedal position) and gradient of the road.

To resume speed quickly, when the accelerator pedal is pressed fully, the transmission control system downshifts (kick-down function).

IMPORTANT When driving on roads with poor grip conditions (snow, ice, etc.) avoid activating the kick-down device.

fig. 7

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INTEGRATION WITH "Alfa DNA"

SYSTEM

Operating the "Alfa DNA" system fig. 7, three different driving modes can be selected:

❒ "Na tura l": gearshifting at low engine speeds, enhancing comfort and reducing consumption;

❒ "Dynamic": gearshifting at higher engine speeds, enhancing sporty driving;

❒ "All Weather": driving programme on roads with poor grip

(example snow, ice, mud, etc.).

GEARSHIFTING SUGGESTION

With the transmission in automatic mode (selector lever in position

D), when gearshifting is required by the levers on the steering wheel

(for versions/markets, where provided), the system shifts to fully manual mode, with relevant displaying of the gear engaged, for about 5 second.

When this time has elapsed, if the levers are not operated anymore, the system goes back to the automatic mode (D), with following displaying.

SEQUENTIAL DRIVING MODE

In sequential driving mode, the transmission operates like a manual gearbox.

GEAR CHANGE VIA GEAR LEVER

Move the lever sideways (to the left) manually from position D to the sequential position:

❒ lever towards +: engage higher gear;

❒ lever towards −: engage lower gear.

The lever correct position in sequential mode is signalled when the symbols + and − come on and the symbol D comes off.

The gear engaged is displayed.

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GEAR CHANGE VIA STEERING WHEEL

LEVERS

(for versions/markets, where provided)

On some versions, the steering wheel controls can be used to change gear fig. 8.

To use the controls on the steering wheel, the gear lever must be in sequential position or in D position:

❒ steering wheel lever + (pulling lever towards driver fig. 9): engage higher gear;

❒ steering wheel lever − (pulling lever towards driver fig. 9): engage lower gear.

Using the levers incorrectly (levers pushed towards the dashboard, see fig. 10) could break them.

The engagement of a lower or higher gear is only accepted if the engine speed allows it.

If the car is stopped with a higher gear than 1 st transmission will automatically engage 1 st gear.

engaged, the fig. 8

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A0J0375 fig. 10

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12 fig. 9

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ACOUSTIC SIGNAL

For safety reasons, an acoustic signal is heard when:

❒ the driver's side door is opened with engine running and the gear lever is in a position other than P;

❒ if engine is switched off with gear lever in a position other than P.

With the car stationary, the engine started and (1), (D) or (R) engaged, the system activates the acoustic signal and automatically places the transmission in neutral (N) when:

❒ the accelerator/brake pedals are not pressed for at least 3 minutes with creeping deactivated (for example with handbrake engaged);

❒ the brake pedal is pressed for longer than 10 minutes;

❒ the driver's door is opened with creeping deactivated (for example with handbrake engaged) without pressing brake and/or accelerator pedals;

❒ a fault has been detected in the gearbox.

IMPORTANT Shifting to neutral (N) - operated by the system - involves a situation of inconsistency between gear lever position and speed engaged. The manoeuvre is accompanied by an acoustic inconsistency signal. The acoustic signal continues until the gear lever is placed in P or

N, to restore the correct usage condition.

PARKING THE CAR

To park safely, with the brake pedal pressed, P must be engaged and, in case of parking uphills/downhills, the handbrake must be engaged.

Before releasing the brake pedal, wait until P appears on the display.

IMPORTANT NEVER leave the car before having positioned the lever in

P.

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TOWING THE CAR

Make sure that the transmission is in neutral (N), checking that the car moves off and proceed in the same way as for towing a normal car with a manual gearbox (see description in Owner Handbook).

IMPORTANT If the gearbox cannot be put in neutral (N), do not tow the car and contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services. Should the lever be in

P, see the release procedure described in paragraph "Positions of the lever" before towing it.

GENERAL WARNINGS

With the car stationary and a gear engaged, always keep the brake pedal pressed until you decide to set off, then release the brake and accelerate slowly.

During prolonged stops with the engine running, it is advisable to keep the gearbox in neutral (N).

To protect the clutch, never use the accelerator to keep the car stationary (for example when stopped uphills): clutch overheating could damage it. Use the brake pedal instead or the handbrake and only press the accelerator pedal when you wish to set off.

If reverse (R) is engaged, only engage the 1 st when the car is completely stopped.

gear or vice versa

Although it is strongly unadvisable, if you are driving downhill and, for unexpected reasons, you let the car move forward with the transmission in neutral (N), when there is a request to engage a speed, depending on the actual speed of the car, the system will automatically engage the best speed for the correct transmission of drive torque to the wheels.

Never leave children unattended in the car. Always remove the ignition key when leaving the car and take the key with you.

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WARNING LIGHTS AND

MESSAGES

Automatic transmission failure

(red)

When the key is turned to MAR-ON, the warning light (for versions/markets, where provided) switches on, but it should switch off after a few seconds.

The warning light on the panel begins to flash (on some versions, together with the symbol and a message in the display) to indicate an automatic transmission failure.

If the automatic transmission is faulty, contact an Alfa Romeo

Dealership as soon as possible to have the system checked.

The messages that can be shown on the display together with the warning light are:

Check transmission message

Gear not available message

Manual mode not available message

In this case sequential driving mode is not available and the transmission switches to automatic operating mode.

Automatic mode not available message

In this case it is necessary to move the control lever to sequential driving mode and continue to drive by engaging the gears manually.

Incompatible manoeuvre requested message

The message is displayed when a manoeuvre not compatible with correct system operation is carried out (e.g. attempt to engage reverse with car moving).

The message on the display is accompanied by an acoustic signal.

Clutch overheating message

The warning light (or the symbol on the display) switches on to indicate clutch overheating.

In this case it is necessary to limit the gear changes and/or change the condition of use, until normal operating conditions are restored.

If the driver continues, the warning light (or symbol on the display) will switch off and the warning light (or symbol on the display) will switch on, together with a message on the display, to indicate an automatic transmission failure.

In this case, stop immediately, operate the handbrake, stop the engine and wait 5 minutes: after this, normal transmission operation conditions will be restored.

Should transmission failure conditions persist, contact Alfa Romeo

Authorized Services.

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REPLACING FUSES

The automatic transmission components are protected by specific fuses. Contact Alfa Romeo Authorized Services to have them replaced.

For all other fuses, refer to the Owner Handbook.

SERVICING AND CARE

SCHEDULED SERVICING PLAN

In addition to all the operations described above (see the Owner

Handbook, chapter "Care and Maintenance"), the Scheduled

Servicing Plan also includes the check and, if necessary, top-up of the electro-hydraulic actuator oil level every 120,000 km.

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CHECKING LEVELS

ALFA TCT ACTIVATION SYSTEM OIL

To check the transmission control oil level, contact exclusively Alfa

Romeo Authorized Services.

Used transmission fluid contains substances that are harmful to the environment. We advise contacting Alfa

Romeo Authorized Services to change the oil as they are equipped to dispose of the used oil in accordance with legislation and without harming the environment.

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ENGINE CODE - BODYWORK VERSIONS

Versions Engine code

955A7000 1.4 Turbo MultiAir 135 HP TCT

(*)4-seater version

(**)5-seater version

TRANSMISSION

Versions

1.4 Turbo MultiAir 135 HP TCT

Transmission

Automatic, dual clutch with 6 speeds

Bodywork versions

940AXR11 12 (*)

940AXR11 12B (**)

Drive

Front

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ENGINE

GENERAL INFORMATION

Type code

Cycle

Number and arrangement of cylinders

Piston bore and stroke (mm)

Total displacement (cm³)

Compression ratio

Maximum power (EEC) (kW)

Maximum power (EEC) (HP) corresponding engine speed (rpm)

Max torque (EEC) (Nm)

Maximum torque (EEC) (kgm) corresponding engine speed (rpm)

Spark plugs

Fuel

PERFORMANCE

Versions

1.4 Turbo MultiAir 135 HP TCT

NORMAL

190

19,3

1.4 Turbo MultiAir 135 HP TCT

955A7000

Otto

4 in line

72.0 x 84.0

1368

9,8

99

135

5000

DYNAMIC

230

23,4

4250 1750

NGK IKR9F8

Unleaded petrol 95 RON or 98 RON (EN 228 specification)

Top speed (km/h)

207

Acceleration from 0-100 km/h (secs)

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WEIGHTS

1.4 Turbo Petrol 135 HP TCT

Versions

4-seater 5 seats

Unladen weight (with all fluids, fuel tank filled to 90% and without optional equipment) (kg):

Payload including the driver (kg): (*)

Maximum permitted loads (kg) (**)

– front axle:

– rear axle:

– total:

1170

480

950

850

1650

1170

560

950

850

1730

Towable loads (kg)

– braked trailer:

– non-braked trailer:

Maximum load on roof:

500

400

40

500

400

40

Maximum load on the ball (braked trailer) (kg): 60 60

(*) If special equipment is fitted (sunroof, tow hitch, etc.) the unladen car weight increases, thus reducing the specified payload with respect to the maximum permitted load.

(**) Loads not to be exceeded. The user is responsible for arranging goods in the luggage compartment and/or load platform within the maximum permitted loads.

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FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS

Your car is equipped with an engine oil that has been thoroughly developed and tested in order to meet the requirements of the Scheduled

Servicing Plan. Constant use of the prescribed lubricants guarantees the fuel consumption and emission specifications. Lubricant quality is crucial for engine operation and duration.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Use

Fluid and lubricant features for a correct use of the car

Replacement interval

Automatic transmission lubricant

SAE 75W-85 grade synthetic base lubricant FIAT classification 9.55550-MZ6

Lubricant for electrohydraulic actuator

Fully synthetic oil with dedicated additive FIAT classification

9.55550-SA1

Genuine fluids and lubricants

TUTELA TRANSMISSION

GEARFORCE Contractual

Technical Reference No.

F002.F10

TUTELA CS SPEED

Contractual Technical

Reference No. F005.F98

According to Scheduled

Servicing Plan

According to Scheduled

Servicing Plan

In case of emergency, if lubricants with the prescribed specifications are not available, products with the minimum indicated ACEA performance can be used for topping up; in this case optimal performance of the engine is not guaranteed.

For MultiAir system engines only use lubricants with indicated SAE grade and specifications.

The use of products with different specifications than those indicated above could cause damage to the engine that are not covered by the warranty.

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FUEL CONSUMPTION

FUEL CONSUMPTION ACCORDING TO THE CURRENT EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE

(litres/100 km)

Versions Urban Extra-urban Combined

1.4 Turbo MultiAir 135 HP TCT

CO

2

EMISSIONS

The CO

2 emission figures refer to combined consumption.

CO

2

EMISSIONS ACCORDING TO THE CURRENT EUROPEAN DIRECTIVE

1.4 Turbo MultiAir 135 HP TCT : 126 g/km

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