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Alfa Romeo Dashboard Symbols and Warning Lights

Alfa Romeo Symbols

So, what is that light on your dashboard? What follows is easily the most complete list available of symbols and warnings that may appear in and on your car’s dashboard or instrument cluster.

The following are warning lights and indicators found in vehicles built by Alfa Romeo. Click the link to the right of each one to learn more.

How They Are Presented

They are roughly ordered by importance, which tends to be by color (red, amber, yellow, orange, green, blue, gray). There are over 90 of them, so search carefully!

Serious trouble or fault indicators
Charging System Trouble Indicator SymbolCharge system trouble indicator -- click for more
Brake Trouble IndicatorBrake trouble indicators -- click for moreBrake fault indicator
Brake Trouble Indicator CanadaMore brake trouble indicators -- click for moreBrake Temperature Indicator
Brake Trouble IndicatorElectronic brake force distribution (both lamps lit) -- click for moreABS Trouble Indicator Canada
Parking Brake Engaged IndicatorPark brake indicators -- click for morePark brake applied
Park brake appliedMore park brake indicators -- click for moreElectric Park Brake Indicator
electric park brake trouble indicatorElectric park brake malfunction -- click for more
Oil Trouble Indicator SymbolOil warning lights -- click for moreLow Oil Level Symboloil temperature indicator
Oil pressure sensor malfunctionOil sensor failure indicators -- click for moreOil Level Sensor Failure
SRS Air Bag Indicator SymbolAir bag warning indicator -- click for more
Common and routine indicators
Seat Belt Reminder SymbolSeat belt reminder -- click for more
Security Lock IndicatorSecurity indicator -- click for more
Door Ajar Warning IndicatorDoor, trunk, etc. ajar indicators -- click for moreTrank ajar indicator
Service ReminderService warning light -- click for more
Low Coolant IndicatorLow coolant indicator -- click for more
Low Fuel IndicatorLow fuel indicator -- click for more
Windshield Washer Fluid Low IndicatorLow washer fluid indicator -- click for more
Frost warningFrost warning indicator -- click for more
Trouble and fault indicators
Amber Master Warning Light SymbolAttention indicator -- click for more
Steering Trouble IndicatorElectric power steering fault indicator -- click for more
AST failure indicatorSteering torque failure -- click for more
Keyless system malfunctionKeyless system failure indicator -- click for more
Check engine lightCheck engine light -- click for moreCheck Engine Light Text
Electronic throttle control failureElectronic throttle control failure -- click for moreElectronic Throttle Control Indicator
Slip Indicator SymbolStability, traction control and fault indicator -- click for moreESC indicator
Slip Control Off IndicatorStability control off indicator -- click for moreESC OFF indicator
Tire Pressure Monitor SymbolTire pressure monitor indicator -- click for more
Brake Pad Wear Warning SymbolBrake wear indicators -- click for moreCCB indicator
ABS Trouble Indicator CanadaAnti-lock brake system and fault indicators -- click for moreABS active indicatorABS Trouble Indicator US
Drivetrain Trouble IndicatorTransmission fault indicator -- click for more
Transmission Temperature WarningTransmission oil temperature indicators -- click for moreTransmission oil temperature indicator
Suspension Setting SymbolSuspension settings and fault indicators -- click for moreSuspension warning
Transmission Temperature WarningDynamic drive malfunction indicator -- click for more
All wheel drive failureAll wheel drive fault indicators -- click for moreAll wheel drive failure
Check Gas CapLoose gas cap indicator -- click for more
Fuel level sensor indicatorFuel level sensor fault indicator -- click for more
Fuel cut offFuel shut off indicators -- click for moreFuel cut off failure
Wiper failure indicatorWindshield wiper failure indicator -- click for more
Sound fault indicatorAudio system failure indicator -- click for more
Electric and hybrid vehicle indicators
Ready Mode IndicatorHybrid ready indicator -- click for more
Traction battery warningTraction battery malfunction warnings -- click for moreTraction battery cut off
Hybrid Service IndicatorService hybrid system indicator -- click for more
Charge cord connectedCharge status indicators -- click for morePlug in Indicator
Power Limitation IndicatorPower limitation indicator -- click for more
EV mode onEV mode indicator -- click for more
E-boost indicator 2E-Boost indicators -- click for moreE-boost indicatorE-boost indicator 3
Driver assist system indicators
Highway Assist System fault indicatorHighway assist system -- click for more
Start stop indicatorStart stop function indicators -- click for moreStart Stop Malfunction Indicator
Blind Spot IndicatorBlind spot monitor indicators -- click for moreBlind Spot Alert Malfunction
Lane keeping indicatorLane keeping indicators -- click for moreAlert System Service Indicator
Collision WarningCollision warning system indicators -- click for moreForward Collision System Fault Indicator
Park assist failurePark assist trouble indicator -- click for more
Grade assist 2Hill descent control indicator -- click for more
Active Cruise Control SymbolAdaptive cruise control indicators -- click for moreSCC Warning Indicator 2
Accessory and special feature indicators
Cruise Control Indicator SymbolCruise control indicator -- click for more
Mirror defroster activeDoor mirror defroster indicator -- click for more
Rain sensor twoRain sensor failure -- click for more
Attention Alert Indicator SymbolAttention alert indicators -- click for moreAlert Time Indicator SymbolAttention indicator
Limiter malfunctionSpeed limiter malfunction indicator -- click for more
Trailer Fault WarningTow mode indicator -- click for more
SOS battery faultSOS battery malfunction indicator -- click for more
Lighting indicators
Headlamp outLamp out indicator -- click for more
Cornering Light Malfunction Indicator 2Adaptive front lighting system failure -- click for more
Dusk sensor failureAuto headlight adjustment failure -- click for more
High beam assistantActive high beam indicators -- click hereHeadlamp Malfunction 2Automatic high beams
Tail Light Indicator CanadaPark lights on indicator -- click for more
Fog Lamp Indicator SymbolFog lamp indicators -- click for moreRear Fog Lamp Indicator
Turn Signal IndicatorTurn signal indicator -- click for more
High Beam On IndicatorHigh or low beam indicators -- click for moreLow beam indicator

Models examined include 4C, Giulia, Stelvio and Tonale.

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the  use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2021/01/alfa-romeo-warning-lights-and-symbols/

Alfa Romeo Videos: Handling Dead Key Fob Batteries

How to Open, Start and Replace Fob Batteries in Alfa Romeo Vehicles

We have two videos thus far for Alfa Romeo owners

The video will help Alfa Romeo owners get in and start keyless start their Giulia, Stelvio and Tonale models .

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Alfa Romeo key fob battery replacement.

 

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the  use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2020/04/alfa-romeo-video-help-with-dead-key-fob-batteries/

Start an Alfa Romeo with a Dead Key Fob

How to Start an Alfa Romeo with a Dead Key Fob

Alpha back upTo start your Alfa Romeo Giulia, Stelvio or Tonale with a dead key fob battery, you will need a back up location to place the fob. For the first two models, it can be found in the center console.

Clear away anything cluttering the bottom of the console. You should then see the outline of the key fob on the floor (right) with lines radiating from the top.  These are meant to indicate radio waves.

Tonale back up startIn the Tonale, the spot is in the front cup holder, as shown to the right. There is no marking we are aware of.

Place the fob on the spot. The car will recognize the fob even though the fob’s internal battery is dead and will start normally. The key fob can be removed once the car is started.

Note that Alfa Romeo says that to shut down the engine when the fob’s battery is dead, you will need to press and hold the Start / Stop button for several seconds. We’ve not seen this in any other vehicle…

Click here for video help!

… Return to Part I, Getting In

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the  use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2018/12/alfa-romeo-dead-key-fob-help-part-ii-getting-started/

Open an Alfa Romeo with a Dead Key Fob

How to Open an Alfa Romeo with a Dead Key Fob

Alfa Romeo introduced push button start in the new Giulia model in 2017, followed by the Stelvio in 2018. Alpha fob pushThey use the same key fob.

Getting Inside

A mechanical key will be needed to unlock the driver’s door. The fob will need to be removed from any key ring its attached to first. The mechanical is hiding in  the fob and the cover on the back must be removed to find it. Squeeze the sides of fob at the wide end marked by raised ribs, as shown in the image (right).

Alpha keyThe back cover can now be pulled away moving, it towards where the key ring was attached. The mechanical key is seen inside and can then be pulled out.

Insert the key into the lock cylinder at the back of the driver’s door and turn, and you’ll be in the car.

Click here for video help!

Continue to Part II, Getting Started …

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Remember that only proper service and repair procedures will ensure the safe and reliable operation of your car. In addition, proper safety procedures and precautions, such as the  use of safety goggles, the right tools and the equipment should be followed at all times to eliminate the possibility of personal injury or improper service which could damage the vehicle or compromise its safety.

These posts are for information sharing purposes only, and should not be used in lieu of an OEM service manual or factory authorized service procedure. We are not in the auto repair business nor do we publish automotive service manuals. Nothing we include on these pages and posts has been reviewed, approved or authorized by any vehicle manufacturer.

Technology is always changing and what is current and accurate today may be literally out-of-date and inaccurate tomorrow. And when it comes to the current state of flux in the auto industry, nothing is more true.

Permanent link to this article: https://dashboardsymbols.com/2018/12/alfa-romeo-dead-key-fob-help-part-i-getting-in/