2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio Lights and Wipers Instruction

The lighting and wiper systems in the 2020 Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio are perfect examples of how Italian style and high-performance functions can work together in harmony. With a variety of new features that can be used in a variety of situations, these systems are carefully designed to improve both safety and driving pleasure. The Giulia Quadrifoglio’s lighting and wiper systems make sure that every drive is not only thrilling but also clear and reliable. They do this by using cutting-edge lighting technology to provide beautiful lighting and precise and easy-to-use wiper controls. This car truly shows Alfa Romeo’s dedication to excellence in both form and function.

EXTERIOR LIGHTS

Headlight Switch
The headlight switch is located to the left of the steering wheel on the instrument panel. This switch controls the operation of the headlights, parking lights, instrument panel lights, instrument panel light dimming, interior lights and rear fog lights.
In addition, there are buttons for parking sensors deactivation and stop/start. Refer to “Starting And Operating” for further information.

Headlight Switch

1. Parking Sensors Deactivation Button
2. Parking Light, Daylight Running Lights, Headlight Switch
3. Instrument Panel Dimmer
4. Rear Fog Light Button
5. Stop/Start Button

The exterior lights can be activated only when the ignition is in the ON position, except for the parking lights. Refer to “Parking Lights” in this section for more information. The instrument panel and the various controls on the dashboard will be illuminated when the exterior lights are turned on.

Automatic Headlights
This system automatically turns the headlights on or off according to ambient light levels.

Function Activation
From the O (off) position, turn the light switch to the (AUTO) position.
Note: The function can only operate with the ignition position cycled to ON.

Function Deactivation
To deactivate the function, turn the light switch to a position other than the (AUTO) position.

Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
With the ignition cycled to ON, and the light switch turned to the position, if the dusk sensor detects sufficient external light, the Daytime Running Lights will turn on automatically while the other lights remain off. If the turn signals are operated, the brightness of the corresponding Daytime Running Lights will be decreased as long as the turn signals are on.

The DRL can be activated/deactivated from the Information and Entertainment System, by selecting the following functions in sequence on the main MENU:

1. “Settings.”
2. “Lights.”
3. “Daytime Running Lights.”
   Note: The Daytime Running Lights cannot be deactivated in Canadian markets.

Rear Fog Light
The rear fog light switch is integrated with the headlight switch. Push the button to turn the rear fog lights on/off. The rear fog lights turn on only when the headlights or parking lights are turned on. The lights can be turned off by pushing the button again or by turning the headlight switch to the O (off) position. When the engine is stopped with the rear fog lights on, they will remain off the next time the engine is started.

Parking Lights
With the ignition in the STOP position, turn the headlight switch to the position to turn the parking lights on. All of the parking lights will turn on for eight minutes, and opening the door activates an audible warning. Leave only the lights on one side
(right/left) illuminated, you must move the multifunction lever (located on the left side of the steering wheel) to the side that you want to remain on. With the parking lights on, the warning light on the instrument panel will illuminate.
Note: Cycling the ignition to ON turns off the parking lights, which were only illuminated on one side.

Headlight Off Delay
The “Headlight Off Delay” function delays the turning off of the headlights for a set time when the ignition is cycled OFF.
The function can be activated from the Information and Entertainment System by selecting the following functions in sequence on the main menu:

1. “Settings.”
2. “Lights.”
3. “Headlight Off Delay.”

The side lights and the headlights stay on for a time that can be set between 30, 60, and 90 seconds.

Function Activation
With the headlights on, cycle the ignition to STOP, the timer will then start.
Note: To activate this function, the headlights must be deactivated within two minutes after the ignition has been cycled to STOP.

Function Deactivation
This function is deactivated by turning on the headlights, and the side lights, or by cycling the ignition to ON.

Adaptive Frontlight System (AFS Function) — If Equipped
This is a system combined with Xenon headlights (Bi-Xenon 35 W headlamp if equipped) which directs the headlights horizontally and continuously and automatically adapts them to the driving conditions around bends or when cornering. The system directs the headlights to light up the road in the best way, taking into account the speed of the vehicle and the bend or corner angle, as well as the speed of steering. The adaptive lights are automatically activated when the vehicle is started.

High Beam Headlights
To activate the fixed high beam headlights, push the multifunction lever, located on the left side of the steering wheel, towards the instrument panel. The headlight switch must be turned to the  (AUTO) or (ON) position. With high-beam headlights on, the High Beam Indicator on the instrument panel will illuminate.
The high beam headlights are turned off by pulling the lever to its original position. The warning light/icon will turn off in the instrument panel when the headlights are turned off.

Flashing The Headlights
Pulling the multifunction lever toward the steering wheel will activate the high-beam headlights manually. The lights will remain on as long as the lever is held. Once the lever is released, the lights will resume the previous position.

Automatic High Beam Headlights — If Equipped
The Automatic High Beam Headlights system provides increased forward lighting at night by automating high beam control through the use of a digital camera mounted on the windshield. This camera detects vehicle-specific light and automatically switches from high beams to low beams until the approaching vehicle is out of view.
This function is enabled with the Information and Entertainment System, and can only be activated with the light switch turned to (AUTO). If the high-beam headlights are on, the blue icon/warning light will illuminate the instrument panel. When the speed is higher than 37 mph (60 km/h) and the function is active, the lights will turn off if the multifunction lever is pushed again. When the speed is lower than 15 mph (25 km/h) and the function is active, the function switches the high-beam headlights off. If the high beam headlights are operated quickly again (pushing the multifunction lever towards the instrument panel), the warning light/icon will illuminate the instrument panel, and the high beam headlights will turn on constantly until the speed exceeds 37 mph (60 km/h). When the speed of 37 mph (60 km/h) is exceeded again, the automatic functioning is reactivated. If the multifunction lever is pushed again with the Automatic High Beam Headlights activated, the Automatic High Beam Headlights function deactivates. To deactivate the automatic headlight function, rotate the headlight switch to the position.
Note: If the system recognizes heavy traffic areas, the automatic functions remain disabled independently of the vehicle’s speed.

Turn Signals
To activate the turn signals function, move the multifunction lever, located on the left side of the steering wheel, up or down until it reaches the detent. Moving the lever upward flashes the right turn signal and moving the lever downward will flash the left turn signal.
The turn signal will blink on the instrument panel. The turn signals turn off automatically when the vehicle is brought back onto a straight course.

“Lane Change” Function
Tap the lever up or down once, without moving beyond the detent, and the turn signal (right or left) will flash five times. Then, the turn signal (right or left) will automatically turn off. To turn off the flashing before the end of the cycle, move the lever in the opposite direction until the first click (about halfway).

Static Bending Light Function (SBL) —If Equipped
The SBL function utilizes Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) in order to better illuminate the street and increase the light angle while turning. This function is enabled by rotating the light switch to position or (AUTO). The SBL LEDs activate when the speed is below 25 mph (40 km/h). This function can be activated/deactivated on the Information and Entertainment System by selecting the following functions in sequence on the main menu:

1. “Settings.”
2. “Lights.”
3. “Cornering Lights.”

INTERIOR LIGHTS

Front Map Reading Lights
The front map/reading and overhead lights are mounted in the overhead console. Each light can be turned on by pushing the corresponding switch on the console. These switches are backlit for nighttime visibility. To turn the lights off, push the switch a second time.

Overhead Console

1. Driver’s Reading/Map Light Switch
2. Rear Overhead Lights Switch
3. Overhead Lights Switch
4. Front Map Reading Lights Switch
5. Passenger’s Reading/Map Light Switch
6. Passenger’s Reading/Map Light
7. Center Reading/Map Light
8. Driver’s Reading/Map Light

Note: Before getting out of the vehicle, ensure that the overhead lights are off. This will prevent the battery level from being drained once the doors are closed. If a light is left on accidentally, the overhead lights turn off automatically approximately 15 minutes after the engine has been turned OFF.

Overhead Light Timing
To assist in getting in and out of the vehicle at night or in poorly lit areas, two timed modes are available to keep the interior lighting on after the engine is cycled OFF.

Timing While Getting Into The Vehicle
The overhead lights will illuminate as follows:

• For a few seconds when the doors are unlocked.
• For approximately three minutes one of the doors is opened.
• For a few seconds, the doors are locked.
• Timing is interrupted when the ignition is cycled to ON.

Exiting Overhead Light Timing
The overhead lights will turn off as follows:

• After all doors are closed upon entering the vehicle, the three-minute timer will stop and a second timer will start for the overhead lights. This timing will end when the ignition is cycled to ON.
• When the doors are locked (either with the key fob or with the key inserted on the driver’s side door).
• After 15 minutes preserve the battery.

Timing While Getting Out Of The Vehicle
After cycling the ignition to STOP, the overhead lights will turn on as follows:

• For a few seconds after the engine stops.
• For approximately three minutes one of the doors is opened.
• For a few seconds, the last door is closed.
• The timing ends automatically when the doors are locked.

Vanity Mirror Lights
On the driver and passenger sun visor, there is a light that illuminates the sun visor mirror when folded down. The courtesy light turns on automatically by lifting the cover.

Glove Compartment Light
This light turns on automatically when the glove compartment is opened and turns off when it is closed. The light turns on and off regardless of the ignition status.

Interior Ambient Lighting
The brightness of the interior lighting can be adjusted via the Information and Entertainment System.
To access the adjustment function, on the main menu select the following items in sequence:

1. “Settings.”
2. “Interior Ambient Lighting.”
3. “Lights.”

The lights can be adjusted to seven different levels of brightness.

Door Light
This vehicle is equipped with door courtesy lamps that illuminate the entryway for the driver or passenger when the door is opened and turn off when it is closed. The light turns on and off regardless of the ignition status. As part of the “Passive Entry” system, another light can be found under each exterior door handle.

Rear Overhead Light
The rear overhead lights are activated or deactivated by two on/off switches located within the lights on the ceiling above the rear seats.

Rear Overhead Light

1. Passenger Rear Overhead Light
2. Driver Rear Overhead Light
3. Driver Rear Overhead Light Switch
4. Passenger Rear Overhead Light Switch

The light turns on when a door is opened.
Note: The light will turn off automatically after a few minutes if a door is left open. To turn it on again, open another door or close and reopen the same door.

Courtesy Trunk Lights
The trunk features two courtesy lights. These courtesy lights turn on automatically when the trunk is opened and turn off when it is closed. The courtesy lights will turn on and off regardless of the ignition status.
Note: If the trunk is left open, the lights will automatically turn off after 15 minutes to preserve battery life.

Instrument Panel Dimmer Control
With the daytime running lights or headlights on, rotate the dimmer control upward to increase the instrument panel brightness and the control button icons. Rotate the dimmer control downward to decrease brightness.

WINDSHIELD WIPERS

Windshield Wiper Stalk
The windshield wiper stalk is located on the right side of the steering wheel. The windshield wipers will only operate with the ignition cycled to ON.
Caution

• Turn the windshield wipers off when driving through an automatic car wash. Damage to the windshield wipers may result if the wiper control is left in any position other than off.
• In cold weather, always turn off the wiper switch and allow the wipers to return to the “Park” position before turning off the engine. If the wiper switch is left on and the wipers freeze to the windshield, damage to the wiper motor may occur when the vehicle is restarted.
• Always remove any buildup of snow that prevents the windshield wiper blades from returning to the off position. If the windshield wiper control is turned off and the blades cannot return to the off position, damage to the wiper motor may occur.

Windshield Wiper/Washers

Operation: The switch on the wiper stalk can be set to the following positions:

• 0 Windshield Wiper Off.
• Low Sensitivity Rain Sensing.
• High Sensitivity Rain Sensing.
• Low Continuous Wiper Speed.
• High Continuous Wiper Speed.

Windshield Wiper Operation
Rotating the switch to the position activates the first (low) level continuous speed of the windshield wipers in manual mode. Rotating the switch to the position activates the second (high) level continuous speed of the windshield wipers in manual mode.

Rain Sensors
Rotating the switch to the  position activates the first, less sensitive level of the rain-sensing function. Rotating the switch to the  position activates the second, more sensitive level of the rain-sensing function. Refer to “Rain Sensor” in this section for more information on how this system functions.

Windshield Washer Operation
Pull the stalk toward the steering wheel to operate the windshield washer. Keep the stalk pulled to activate both the windshield washer jet and the windshield wiper with a single movement. The wipers and washers will continue to operate until you let go of the stalk. The windshield wiper stops working three strokes after the stalk is released, followed by a final stroke six seconds later to complete the cycle.

Mist
Use this feature when weather conditions make occasional usage of the wipers necessary. Push the stalk upward to the MIST position and release for a single wiping cycle. This function is useful to remove small deposits of dust from the windshield or morning dew.
Note: This function does not activate the windshield washer. To spray windshield washer fluid onto the windshield, the washing function must be used.
Warning: Sudden loss of visibility through the windshield could lead to a collision. You might not see other vehicles or other obstacles. To avoid sudden icing of the windshield during freezing weather, warm the windshield with the defroster before and during windshield washer use.

Rain Sensor
The Rain Sensor is located behind the interior rear-view mirror. This feature senses moisture on the windshield and automatically activates the wipers for the driver.
The feature is especially useful for road splash or overspray from the windshield washers of the vehicle ahead. Rotate the end of the multifunction lever to one of four settings to activate this feature. The sensor has an adjustment range that varies progressively from wiper still (no stroke) when the windshield is dry, to wiper at continuous speed (fast operation) with intense rain.

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